The best available hotels & places to stay near Zululand

Ama Zulu Guesthouse is set in the heart of Hluhluwe and the beautiful untamed Elephant Coast in KwaZulu Natal This newly renovated house offers guests comfortable accommodation in a relaxing atmosphere at affordable rates. The taste fully furnished and decorated bedrooms all have private entrances, en-suite bathrooms and are equipped with coffee and tea making facilities, bar fridge and colour TV with M-Net. A Continental and full English Breakfast is served daily. Dinners on request. Guests are welcome to relax in the courtyard or at the pool area and enjoy the fresh air and sunny skies. Braai/ barbeque facilities are available! Laundry service available! Children welcome! This Guesthouse greatest asset is it's location ideally situated between the world renowned Hluhluwe/Umfolozi Game Reserve and the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park. Where the untamed wildlife and marine reserves meet creating an eco-system of unparalleled bio-diversity. Ama Zulu Guesthouse is also within easy reach of Sodwana Bay, St Lucia, Cape Vidal, Lake Sibaya, Mkuze Game Reserve, as well as Ndumo Game Reserve, Tembe Elephant Park and Lake Josini. The "umHluhluwe Safaris" arranges three, six and nine hour safaris into the game reserve. Champagne breakfasts, bush braai's, lunch packs as well as picnics in the Park can also be arranged on request. Qualified field guides will take you on safari in comfortable, modern open game drive vehicles.

Choose between self-catering, dinner bed & breakfast or all inclusive packages. Bushwillow Collection offers 3 different accommodation style options to suit your mood. Stay at our LODGE with warm wooden floors, reed ceilings and muted colours for a feeling of serenity and oneness with nature, together with good, honest home cooking. Meet fellow travellers at the central lodge area with pool deck and share adventures. Choose one of our BOUTIQUE self-catering chalets with private pool and quirky design and let the bright and cheerful colour schemes lift your spirit whilst still allowing nature to bring balance. Ask nicely, and we can bring you breakfast... or try an evening meal at our lodge one evening, subject to availability.

Hluhluwe River Lodge is an intimate forest lodge situated far from the hustle and bustle, offering a tranquil environment and relaxed atmosphere. The lodge is ideal for self drive visitors looking for a fully catered restaurant facility and spacious living area. The main lodge has a lounge, expansive terrace and Wifi facilities. Ideal for a family getaway or a couples retreat, our attention to detail and personal touch will make your stay memorable. Upon request, we offer guided walks into False Bay Park which includes forest and lake shore experiences where the focus is on the little details and magic of our greatest asset, the Sand Forest.

Shonalanga Lodge remains a popular lodge to stay at in Vryheid because of its friendly staff, clean rooms, hearty breakfast, competitive room rates, FREE Wifi and 60% of the rooms have their own, next to the room undercover parking. Even though Vryheid is a very safe town with lovely residents, we have taken extra care to ensure your safety. Therefore, our property is surrounded by high perimeter walls and the entrance to the lodge is controlled by an electric gate and manned by a gate attendant throughout the night.

Chalets & campsites in a lush garden of indigenous treesBushbaby Lodge is the perfect break-away in the heart of Elephant Coast. In a picturesque tropical garden under the shade of enormous indigenous trees with South African hospitality at its best. Treat yourself to traditional home cooking, or make use of the equipped communal kitchen and cater for yourself. Enjoy leisurely walks while viewing the rich bird live and game of the area. We are only 20 minutes away from the Hluhluwe/Umfolozi Game Reserve and various exciting activities can be organized in the area.

One-On-Hely is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Mtunzini, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. One-On-Hely is a family-friendly guest house offering a refrigerator and air conditioning in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free wifi is offered to guests. Plus, guests can enjoy a pool and breakfast, which have made this a popular choice among travelers visiting Mtunzini. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. While in Mtunzini be sure to experience local ribs favorites at The Clay Oven. Looking to explore? Then look no further than Umlalazi Nature Reserve (0.5 mi), which is a popular Mtunzini attraction – and it is conveniently located within walking distance of the guest house. We are also a World renown Birding area so be sure to book your birding guide when making a reservation so as not to miss your "lifers". Enjoy your stay in Mtunzini!

Umkhumbi Lodge offers spacious accommodation in beautiful air-conditioned chalets, all privately nestled in the bush inside a private nature reserve: Kuleni Game Park. We have a range of rooms available from Self-catering Family cottages (sleeps 4) to non-self-catering En-suite TWIN rooms , En-suite DOUBLE rooms (King size bed) and FAMILY chalets. Family chalets have 2 en-suite bedrooms. All bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms. Each bathroom has a bath and shower. All rooms are fitted with a fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, private veranda and air-conditioning. Our usual package includes a 3-course dinner and full breakfast. A B&B option is also available. Game walks and night walks available on site. 30 mins from Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park.

Following the 2015 voting period, Emdoneni Lodge has won: Global Winner in the Luxury Game Lodge category of the World Luxury Hotel Awards. Located in the heart of Zululand lies Emdoneni Lodge. The lodge offers unique opportunities for the visitor, as you get up close and personal with local wildlife. From sitting by the pool watching Zebra, Nyala, duiker and impala in their natural Sand Forest habitat, to coming face to face with Cheetah, Serval, Caracal and African Wild Cats at the Cat Sanctuary! Air-conditioned, en-suite rooms allow you to escape the heat of the day, and in the evenings you have a variety of meals to choose from at the buffet restaurant. Dinner in the Boma adds a different atmosphere as you eat under the African night sky, and get a glimpse into one of South Africa's great cultures with our Zulu dancers.

Zululand Lodge is a small secluded lodge located on a private game reserve, in the heart of Zululand, northern KwaZulu Natal, near the town of Hluhluwe. The lodge is located within walking distance of the Msinene River and offers accommodation in nine secluded safari-style canvas rooms feature large windows and a small deck with views of the African bush. Each has a private bathroom. The camp has a main lodge with lounge and a dining area where guests can relax and admire the wilderness views. We offer guided bush walks on the conservancy and game drives in the surrounding game reserves. Zululand Lodge is close to Hluhluwe Game Reserve, Mkuzi Game Reserve and the St Lucia Wetland Park, iSimangoliso.

WE Bushcamp & Horse Safaris was known before as Wildebees ecolodge. After recent renovations and the arrival of a new team we decided it was time for change. So from now on we are WE. The Bushcamp is situated on a small private reserve, bordering the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, about 13km away from the rural town of Hluhluwe. We offer several accommodation options to a maximum of 38 guests in 17 houses and chalets. WE are not only a bushcamp, next to accommodation, bar and restaurant we offer ‘on site’ horse riding safaris. Our horses roam freely on our property so don’t be surprised if if you meet some of them around your room. The camp is owner managed. Both owners come from the Netherlands, most of the staff members have a Zulu background and live in traditional, rural communities. WE Bushcamp & Horse Safaris tries to operate the camp with environmental awareness and social responsibility in mind.