Drakensberg Mountain Retreat
Drakensberg Mountain Retreat
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Set on a ridge overlooking the northern and central Drakensberg Mountains, Drakensberg Mountain Retreat features an indoor swimming pool, library, shared lounge area and conference facilities. Each room at Drakensberg Mountain Retreat has an en suite bathroom, and complimentary toiletries are provided for your comfort. Guests can enjoy home-cooked meals in the dining room. They can also relax by the swimming pool or in the garden. The games room offers darts and a billiards table. Free Wi-Fi access is available in public areas. Drakensberg Mountain Retreat is located 30 km outside of Bergville and is 35 km from the Amphitheatre Golf Club. Harrismith is 40 km away and Royal Natal National Park is 50 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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1 double bed | ||
2 single beds and 1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 single bed and 1 double bed | ||
1 single bed and 1 large double bed | ||
2 single beds and 1 large double bed | ||
2 single beds and 1 large double bed |
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Guests who stayed here loved
Mel
Germany“Very nice location with some hikes around the property, lovely views, good food, very comfortable beds!”
Steve
South Africa“The location was superb, incredible views of the Drakensberg mountains. Paul and Patricia were very welcoming and made sure we were well informed about the area and introduced us to the estate horses, even provided carrots. A delight. Evening meal...”
Regina South Africa“I absolutely loved my stay at the lodge! It’s the perfect hideaway, offering a perfect blend of peace and entertainment. The location is ideal, with stunning views and beautiful hiking trails right on the property. The setup and decor of the...”
Zamokuhle South Africa“The friendly hosts,staff 🥰 the Mountain View in the morning ☺️”
Maximo
Netherlands“The hosts Paul and Patricia made us feel like home! You will feel you are part of a big family! Stunning views!”- Rajesh South Africa“Peaceful experience, friendly, caring, and welcoming staff. We were truly spoilt. Great views. Variety of hikes. Beautiful horses. Delicious and hearty meals. Treated like family.”
- D Netherlands“We recently stayed at Drakensberg Mountain Retreat and had a very pleasant experience. The location offers excellent views of the mountains, and the property strikes a good balance between rustic charm and comfort. Hosts Paul and Patricia are...”
- Selina South Africa“This was the best stay for my birthday celebration. The place is very relaxing.”
- Yoli South Africa“If you are looking for a retreat, this is the place to be, it is so peaceful and the views are incredible. The food was made with love. Paul and Patricia were amazing hosts, very attentive and welcoming. The staff treated us really well.”
- Attie South Africa“The breakfast was very good. Although we are used to gravel roads, this road is very bad as we love exploring the area and had to use the road several times to get to different destinations.”
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Property information
Languages spoken
Afrikaans,English,Xhosa,ZuluProperty surroundings
Facilities of Drakensberg Mountain RetreatGreat facilities! Review score, 8.6
Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Clothes rack
PetsPets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Themed dinner nightsAdditional charge
- Walking tours
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Darts
- Billiards
- Games room
Food & Drink
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
- Parking garage
Reception services
- Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business facilities
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Tile/marble floor
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Indoor swimming poolFree!
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Plunge pool
- Shallow end
- Pool/beach towels
- Fence around pool
Languages spoken
- Afrikaans
- English
- Xhosa
- Zulu
House rulesDrakensberg Mountain Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 14 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Drakensberg Mountain Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
FAQs about Drakensberg Mountain Retreat
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Drakensberg Mountain Retreat is 16.8 miles from the centre of Bergville. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Guests staying at Drakensberg Mountain Retreat can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
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Yes, Drakensberg Mountain Retreat is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Check-in at Drakensberg Mountain Retreat is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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The prices at Drakensberg Mountain Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Drakensberg Mountain Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Billiards
- Games room
- Darts
- Walking tours
- Swimming Pool
- Themed dinner nights
- Live sport events (broadcast)
