The 10 best hotels in Ladysmith, South Africa

This upmarket, country-style lodge is situated in a pretty suburb of Ladysmith, in the heart of the Anglo- Boer War Battlefields. We offer superior accommodation in a beautiful setting which boasts a superb outlook over the town, towards the central Drakensberg.

Nambiti Plains is an exclusive, intimate 5* Lodge in the heart of the malaria free Big5 Nambiti Game Reserve. Offering our guests a private bush experience where Africa meets absolute luxury in an earthy environment. Allow Nambiti Plains to indulge you in an unforgettable get-away experience of fine dining, exquisite rooms, attentive staff and magical game drives. ONLY 3 HOURS DRIVE FROM DURBAN AND 4 HOURS DRIVE FROM JOHANNESBURG

Welcome to Farquhar Lodge Bed & Breakfast. Set in a beautiful "jungle like" garden. Situated in Central Ladysmith, close to all the main amenities of this historic town. Our fifteen comfortable en-suite rooms are available at affordable tariffs. Each room is heated, air conditioned and are fully equipped with tea and coffee making facilities. You can relax in front of the TV in the comfort of you own room, scrolling though the selected DSTV channels, while enjoying refreshments from the fully stocked mini-bar in the room. Park your car in the assured safety of the large undercover parking area while enjoying the privacy of the gardens surrounding the rooms. Breakfast or dinner at your request can be enjoyed in our Thatched Glass-enclosed lapa complete with bar facilities looking onto the swimming pool area. Our gymnasium offers you the opportunity to relax your mussels in our infrared sauna or have a great workout to get rid of all the stress caused by a hard days work. The Lapa is a perfect venue to host intimate conferences or presentations for small office parties or functions all to be enjoyed in a relaxing "Out of Africa" atmosphere.

The five-star Nambiti Hills Private Game Experience offers intimate and luxurious accommodation in the midst of the spectacular African beauty of the Nambiti Big 5 Game Reserve. It is a haven of sophistication surrounded by wild terrain. Perfect for anyone seeking privacy and romance, or simply time to reflect whilst searching for the Big Five or taking in the exquisite vistas from the quiet comfort of the lodge deck.

Nambiti Game Reserve is a 20,000 acre Private Reserve near to Ladysmith in KZN and is home to the Big 5 as well as Cheetah, Hippo and over thirty species of free roaming plains game. Escape to this pristine MALARIA FREE wilderness; relax and celebrate nature, her beauty and the small moments with us. The Sundays River attracts several rare bird species and an enviable array of raptors and vultures. A birders delight! While the Big Five experience alone is enough to attract visitors, guests staying at Springbok Lodge leave with a different idea of "camping"... Accommodation in 21 elevated safari style en suite tents. Children welcome! Activities offered at Springbok Lodge include Game Drives and guided walks within our fenced area. Springbok Lodge is easily accessible from the N3 route Johannesburg and Durban bound. The Lodge is an ideal venue for family get togethers, conferences, getaways & soul rejuvenation. Springbok Lodge offers a 'value for money" stay.

Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge is a 5-Star property located on Nambiti Big 5 Game Reserve. Nestled atop a rocky outcrop, Guests are spoilt with Breathtaking Views, an Intimate Setting and Luxurious Hospitality experience. The Lodge features 4 Luxurious Suites, 4 Luxurious Chalets, as well as a Presidential Suite (with Jacuzzi). All rooms are air conditioned, and are fitted with large picture windows to maximize game viewing. In addition to a private bathroom, each suite has an outdoor shower, so our guests can immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of the African Bush , a truly unforgettable African experience. An added indulgence is the flat screen TV with satellite channels to catch up with the world that seems so far away – should you wish to! Guests can experience the truly magnificent views from the expansive wooden decks or the rim flow swimming pool, while sipping cocktails or Drinks from BFE Gin Bar. Perhaps enjoy an indulgent body massage in the Health Spa. During your stay you will be assured of a superb culinary bush or boma experience as the chef conjures up master pieces to delight the palate. Guests enjoy 3 exquisite meals a day A full English Breakfast, Buffet Lunch and a scrumptious 4 Course Dinner. This Malaria free area provides an unrivaled safari experience with the opportunity to view Africa’s Big 5, including cheetah, under African skies. This luxurious lodge specializes in Romantic Getaways, Honeymoons, Wedding Anniversaries, Birthdays, Family Holidays, Small Weddings or just a great bush experience, ensuring that your safari is beyond expectation! Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge is situated in the heart of the KwaZulu Natal Midlands only 4 hours from Johannesburg, 2.5 hours from Durban or 40 minutes from the Drakensberg, just off the main N3 freeway!

An exclusive, Malaria-free Big Five Private game lodge situated on the Nambiti Private Game Reserve near Ladysmith, Kwa-Zulu Natal. It is geared for utimate relaxation and indulgence of wild life and natural surroundings of the bushveld. Visitors are accommodated in exlusive suites offering maximum privacy. There are a wealth of interesting activities for visitors to participate in. Lions Valley Lodge is situated near to historic battlefields and trips can be arranged. Bush braais and fishing in the dams can be arranged. Guests who want to unwind can laze around at the pool deck which overlooks the waterhole. Succumb to a massage by one of our trained therapists. Lions Valley Lodge offers a unique setting for corporate or team-building breakaways and conferences whilst being surrounded by the spectular sights and sounds of the African Bushveld.

Esiweni Lodge offers five, luxurious, individual suites. Each has an indoor shower, magnificent views from the bath and a private, outdoor shower. Two of the suites are interconnected for use as a family unit. Each suite has underfloor heating for cold winter nights and overhead fans for warm, summer evenings. Our honeymoon suite has a private, outdoor bath with stunning views across the valley.Fully retracting patio doors open onto private decks where you can enjoy the majestic views of the Sundays River, waterfall and valley below. The decor of the main lodge is elegant depicting a colonial safari theme. Large, stone hearths warm the lounge and dining areas on cold, winter nights. During good weather, outdoor dining overlooking the valley is served on the vast, wooden deck. An intercom system is in place to connect each suite to the lodge staff in case of emergencies. Safes are also provided.

Cheetah Ridge Lodge Cheetah Ridge Big 5 Lodge is the ultimate safari destination and comes complete with a swimming pool, boma and 10 luxurious free standing suites overlooking our private waterhole allowing guests to quietly observe African wildlife congregating from their front door. Cheetah Ridge is ideal for individuals, family vacations, photo safaris, game and bird safaris or conferencing Cheetah Ridge self-catering Bush Lodge - Nambiti House Enjoy our affordable self-catering accommodation in the Cheetah Ridge Bush Lodge. Set apart from Cheetah Ridge Lodge, Nambiti House is a fantastic family get away destination and can accommodate 10 people comfortably. The private Boma is the perfect setting for the family to gather around the fire to chat about the days happenings while enjoying a traditional South African braai. The open garden allows guests the opportunity to do some mid-morning bird-watching while keeping a watchful eye for any passing wildlife.

Surrounded by low hills that slope up to the towering peaks of the Drakensberg and Free State Mountains. Spion Kop Lodge is the ideal place from where to explore the battlefields, set on an echo farm in Kwazulu-Natal. General Buller’s headquarters during the relief of the Ladysmith campaign, Mount Alice, is located on the farm. The beautifully restored, 8 bedroomed colonial-style farmhouse, is set in tranquil, secure grounds with superb views. Added to this there are two cottages, offering self-catering accommodation in an out-of-Africa setting. There is a library with an excellent collection of historical books, a dining room, cozy pub and a swimming pool. The owner and registered guide, Raymond Heron (F.R.G.S), guides guests to the many historic Battlefield sites, as does his son Alastair. We have 250 different bird species, hiking on the property and Sunset Boat Cruises and horse riding amongst the rhino, giraffe and various other animals. "Arrive as guests, leave as friends."