The Nest Drakensberg Mountain Resort Hotel

"We enjoy returning to the quiet rustic charm of the hotel. Simple, lovely and homey. Its a good base to the Monks Cowl hikes. Its a little retreat and not bold and brashy like many Berg hotels ... a nice place to nurse a cup of tea on the lawn after a hike"

Montusi Mountain Lodge

"An absolute gem! I fell in love with this piece of heaven and didn’t want to leave. We experienced hospitality at its finest—warm & personalized, with attention paid to every small detail. From being greeted by name, receiving refreshing mocktails, and a quick tour of the lodge on arrival, to kind gestures in our chalet; a welcome note & gift of scrumptious cookies, to thoughtful touches of home-baked rusks, umbrellas, swimming towels, and water bottles. The lodge blends luxury with a welcoming, unpretentious charm. It is smaller than other berg hotels, - creating an intimate and peaceful setting with breathtaking views. While we didn’t go horse-riding, we witnessed a 10 day old foal with its mom, (my heart!) swam in the stunning pool and went on a few well-marked hiking trails, accompanied by friendly knowledgeable guides. Dinners were delicious, and beautifully presented. All their staff were exceptional in their service and interactions with us."

Atkv Drakensville

"Had a pleasant 3 day midweek break. Nice resort, will come again. The hot water indoor pool is the main attraction. "

Dragonview Lodge

Esiweni Luxury Safari Lodge

"Esiweni is an extremely special place! Sophie and the whole team are just amazing. Robert, our game ranger, took the time to ensure we saw all of the animals we wanted to around the reserve and we even managed a very special cheetah sighting. Babs, the chef, is also an absolute legend and we are convinced she is super human as she makes everything from scratch and it’s all absolutely delicious. Lucky, the lodge manager, is also wonderful and very knowledgeable about the reserve. They all went out of their way to make sure we had a super special holiday and we did. Not sure how we’ll ever top it."

Nambiti Plains

"Our stay at Nambiti Plains was absolutely unforgettable and the perfect honeymoon destination. Magdel and Betty were amazing and made us feel so welcome from the moment we arrived. Sindy and Mabaso made every meal a joy, and Roy and Siyanda’s food was absolutely delicious. The rooms were beautiful and the entire lodge was the perfect place to relax and enjoy the bush. A special thank you to Phillip, our guide, who was phenomenal and truly took our experience to the next level with his knowledge, passion, and care. This was the best bush trip we have ever had and will be incredibly hard to top. We are so glad we chose Nambiti Plains for our honeymoon and will treasure these memories forever."

Drakensberg Sun Resort

"The service at the restaurant is excellent. Every single staff member was accommodating and friendly. Check in was great except for Rashida who is very friendly with certain race groups and not so much with others. Enquiring about the water was met with a frown and blunt answer when I chatted to her. The rooms on the ground floor are nice but the noise levels outside was disturbing. I would prefer a quieter, higher room in future. While the rooms were relatively clean, there was hair from the previous occupants in the bathroom and towel and the counters had coffee stains which I had to wipe. The carpets do need a deep clean as they feel grimes underfoot and we insisted on my child keeping her shoes on. The hotel is old and needs some maintenance. The reception couches need some cleaning. The buffet was dismal on Friday night but there was improvement on Saturday night. I would rate the hotel 3 star and with some minor tweaks, and more care I believe it can be restored to its former glory. Well done to the ground staff as the gardens and pool area are beautifully maintained."

Cosy Cottage with Magnificent Lake and Mountain Views