The 10 best hotels in Mooi River, South Africa

Eccentric, romantic Treehouse accommodation on the Kwa- Zulu Natal Midlands Meander. We are a Dinner, Bed & Breakfast establishment Our Unique artistically designed Treehouses will inspire and encourage you to relax, unwind and relive your childhood fantasies. Come and enjoy yourself by either soaking in a Jacuzzi Spa bath, warming yourself by a cosy fire or indulging in a glass of wine whilst watching the sunset over Giants Castle

Midlands Saddle and Trout is a family holiday resort, situated near Mooi River, just 60km from Pietermaritzburg and offers 59 fully equipped luxury chalets ranging from 1-bedroom to 4-bedroom chalets. With an array of on-site facilities, not only is Midlands Saddle and Trout perfect for family getaways but it is also ideal for weddings and conferences. On-site facilities include WiFi, restaurant, bar, in-room dining, wellness spa, swimming pool and kiddies pool, mashie golf course, putting green, adventure golf, open-air chess, daily entertainment, speciality shop, fly fishing, bird watching, horse riding, bicycle hire, bowls, tennis, volleyball, playground and animal farm. Midlands Saddle and Trout is ideal for those looking to relax in the countryside, explore the Midlands Meander, arts and crafts or enjoy all the exhilarating activities on offer - ranging from canopy tours to candle dipping, and almost anything imaginable in between.

“A tranquil gem! Just what we needed to completely relax, unwind, and destress from city life! It is unlike anything we have experienced- tucked away, it provides a mountain and bush experience wrapped-up in one! A bespoke and unique getaway, we will certainly be back!” – Carmen-Kaye ZuluWaters Game Reserve promises a uniquely intimate experience with the African wilderness. Relax and unwind in luxury and serenity in the only private game reserve in the Drakensberg. Offering you exclusive use of its 3000-hectare estate, and with three award-winning, luxurious accommodation options, your time here is sure to revitalize you. Whether you want to take a horseback ride amongst the herds of buffalo, fish for wild brown trout, or enjoy a sunset picnic after an adventurous game drive, Zulu Water’s blend of exclusivity and adventure makes for an African experience unlike any other. Those who spend time at ZuluWaters are left with a sense that something in them has changed – they are perhaps a little more fulfilled – a little more inspired. “Imagine paradise and you are close. Already the drive to the reserve is breathtaking. The moment you get through the gate you know for sure: You made the right decision! Waking up, having a coffee on the terrace while inhaling the wonders of nature sets you instantly in recovery mode and you feel how your batteries are being charged. The pictures do not do justice to what is awaiting you here”- Sabine

Eccentric, romantic Treehouse accommodation on the Kwa- Zulu Natal Midlands Meander. We are a Dinner, Bed & Breakfast establishment Our Unique artistically designed Treehouses will inspire and encourage you to relax, unwind and relive your childhood fantasies. Come and enjoy yourself by either soaking in a Jacuzzi Spa bath, warming yourself by a cosy fire or indulging in a glass of wine whilst watching the sunset over Giants Castle

Peering through one teakwood door at Hartford House, you face an historic world. Opening another, the distant sounds of an ancient people at work lilt across the silent landscape, a country of great space, spectacular mountains and big skies. This place commands a headland between the world of traditional cultures and the splendid style of the 1800s. It is the resolution of all South African safaris. The journey’s exclamation point, a retreat from the hubbub where you make sense of a fast life and its senseless details. This is where we learn to redress ourselves on a first name basis. There are too many luxury hotels these days offering the same: a chocolate on the pillow, canned romance, and cuisine called “haut” because it’s spelled in French. Hartford stands apart for its integrity; its architecture and its views, its sounds, its scents and its colours; its racehorses and its people are all exhilarating surprises, unique to this Zululand, this culture, to Africa. Yes, you come here to be pampered, but at Hartford luxury is the journey, not the destination. The truth is, Hartford just happened. A home, and a grand one at that, which grew into a hotel. A community looks to it as its watering hole, its nexus of entertainment, its fountain of gossip. In so many ways, it’s gained and regained inspiration from the cultures it celebrates. It is life’s exception, a place at the same time comfortable beyond dreams, yet innocent of pretence. Moulded by its people, their vibrancy and their enterprise. And driven by a wish to be remembered.

Rearsby Farm is nestled in the beautiful KZN Midlands in Mooi River, and overlooks the majestic Giants Castle mountain, with six beautifully arranged and private cottages, friendly staff, and breathtaking scenery.

Surrounded by mountains with exquisite views over the Drakensburg and the Kamberg Valley, the Lodge is an ideal getaway, far from the madding crowd. Only two hours from Durban through the rolling farmlands of the Midlands Meander, you are welcomed to this luxury 4 star lodge with home from home family hospitality. The 7 luxury family suites have all the mod-cons including under floor heating and DSTV. There are also 2 fully equipped self catering units. The bedrooms rooms, the two lounges and the dining room all have fantastic views of the mountains. Wild antelope are often surprised as guests walk up the slopes above the Lodge and often Eland are seen grazing around the Lodge in winter. Birdlife is abundant including the Crested Eagle which Silver Hill has used as its logo. Small to medium weddings and conferences are especially catered for at the lodge.There are many things to do in the area and on the 300ha estate that abuts Highmoor and the uKhahlamba Drakensburg Park. Activities include hiking, fly fishing, boating, volley ball and a 300m golf driving range. For the children, there is a play area that includes a swimming pool, trampoline and a jungle gym.

Set on 935 hectares of sprawling farmlands with a stunning backdrop in the idyllic KZN Midlands, Sierra Resort's history dates as far back as 1900, when it was a quaint single story outpost affectionately known as The Grove. It has since established itself as one of the most popular Midlands getaway destinations for families, friends and couples. The magic of Sierra Resort is its wide open spaces, dinner bed and breakfast packages, delicious home-cooking and a host of activities to keep all members of the family actively involved.

We are a small quiet guestfarm not too far from the N3 and within reach of Giants Castle and the Midlands Meander. We have self-catering facilities, braai area large garden, childrens play area and various animals. All guests are welcomed to an open friendly atmosphere where we treat you like family members.