The 10 best hotels in Drakensberg Region, South Africa

family-owned Cathedral Peak Hotel offers unrivaled access to the Drakensberg Mountains within a World Heritage Site. The resort hotel caters for leisure, conference and weddings and offers an exceptional leisure experience, sumptuous buffet meals & warm hospitality. Accommodation is provided in family rooms, standard rooms, Superior rooms, seven honeymoon suites & the Presidential suite. Seasonal special offers cater for all budgets. A host of activities ranging from guided hikes, mountain and quad biking, helicopter flips, horse and pony rides, swimming pools, tennis, badminton, squash, lawn bowls, 9 hole golf course, floodlit mini adventure golf, in season children’s entertainment program and much, much more...

Ardmore Guest Farm is situated in the heart of the scenic Champagne Valley in the central Drakensberg mountain range. Here you can enjoy stunning views of the three highest peaks in South Africa - Mafadi (highest peak at 3450m), Injisuti Dome (3410m) and the majestic Champagne Castle (3377m) which are all situated within the World Heritage site. We are surrounded by breathtaking views and fantastic opportunities for hiking and exploring the local area. We also have our won Ardmore Museum and art gallery, and the African Loom weaving centre for those who are interested in local crafts and artwork. We provide comfortable farm style accommodation, with dinner and breakfast included. We have a total of 18 units, situated either in a traditional thatch rondawel or in one of our beautiful mountain facing cottages or garden rooms. All rooms are en-suite with private fireplaces and free firewood. Wake up to a traditional farmhouse breakfast (full English) overlooking Ardmore's extensive gardens. Relax in our pub with a cold drink before joining us for a relaxed four course lantern lit dinner with complimentary wine served in our yellow wood dining room.

The Drakenberg Mountain Retreat is a stunning destination in the northern Drakensberg with breathtaking views. Accommodation at the Lodge is fully catered for breakfast and Dinner. Lunch can be ordered and can be enjoyed on the patio or a picnic basket for your walk in the mountains. The rooms range in quality and size so chat to the management if you want something specific. There are 2 luxurious rooms for romantic couples wanting a totally private retreat. Our pet friendly rooms have enclosed gardens and our large family rooms are wonderful for relaxing with the kids. There are no fixed entertainment activities for the kids. There are marked hiking trails for the fit and not so fit. Enjoy the streams, rivers and just be captured by the quiet of nature. Bring some board games for kids and some of their books from home. Useful on rainy days. The Lodge is set high on a ridge overlooking the northern Drakensberg, the Maluti mountains and most of the central Drakensberg. A wonderful base from which to experience what this part of the Drakensberg has in store for you. The BARNHOUSE is our Self Catering option on the same premises. It offers accommodation for groups and conferences. Enjoy the "homely" atmosphere and caring hosts.

The resort offers 14 modern self-catering log cabins in park-like surroundings. Eland Valley is the ideal getaway for the whole family, fishermen, and nature lovers. Each of the two-bedroomed cabins accommodates up to six persons (adults and children). We also have one bedroom cabins for couples. Cabins are fully furnished, equipped with TV, and are self-catering and serviced daily by maids. Guests need only bring food and beverages. Braai areas are available. A gas cylinder can be hired for a gas heater. Facilities: Braai/Barbecue, Swimming Pool, Canoes, Satellite TV, Wi-Fi, Bathroom, Fridge, Lounge, Shower * Please enquire for further details. Languages Spoken - English Response Rate: 100% Enquiry Response Time: 24 hours Type: Self-catering Sleeps: 68 Check-in: 2:00 PM Check-out: 10:00 AM Important Information Tariffs per chalet: (Subject to change without notice) R700.00 per person sharing per night, or R500 single. Subject to availability and restrictions. Above prices subject to change without notice. Regrettably no personal cheques are accepted. A refundable key/breakage deposit of R400.00 is payable on arrival. Chalets will only accommodate the number of persons booked. Guests are not allowed to have day visitors. Strictly no pets of any kind are allowed.

The Drakensberg is one of South Africa’s most acclaimed tourist destinations and it is little wonder why. Set in the breathtaking Cathkin Peak area of the Drakensberg Mountains, the Drakensberg Sun not only offers guests panoramic views of the region but some of the best resort facilities and amenities imaginable. If you’re interested in visiting the Drakensberg during your next holiday, the Drakensberg Sun resort is the accommodation offering for you.

Situated in the Southern Drakensberg in Underberg, Malachite Manor is a country getaway with a touch of class. From scrumptious breakfasts in the restaurant to mouth watering dinners, enjoy a night cap at the bar with majestic views of the country side. Enjoy a relaxing nights sleep in one of the 6 beautifully decorated rooms, each room offers an extra-length queen size bed with quality linen. your stay can be anything from business to leisure, there a wide array of activities birding, hiking, mountain climbing, and golfing available in close proximity of Malachite Manor

We have 9 fully equipped self-catering units, breathtaking views of the Drakensberg Mountains and Sterkfontein Dam, and surrounded by nature. Comfortable rooms, all have their own braai areas and DSTV. Free wifi, units are serviced daily.

KarMichael is a family run farm. We are situated just outside the village of Himeville. We have up market self catering cottages and Bed 'n Breakfast accommodation. Access is easy, along tarred roads and guests just love the peace and quiet of the place. Close (30km) to the Famous Sani Pass boarder

If you are looking for a place to relax and recharge, Sani Window is perfect for you! We are situated at the end of a peaceful close in the neighbourly town of Underberg. The house is set on a large property facing onto the golf course with magnificent views of the Drakensberg Mountains.