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A thatched-roof structure with a red carpet leading to a central area with a chandelier.

A narrow, dimly lit hallway with wooden doors labeled "The Cellar."

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and two chairs. There is a balcony with a view of the countryside.

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a window seat with a view, and a table with bottles.

1. Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

Lidgetton West

Stephen

HK$938

HK$1,079 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and large windows, surrounded by potted plants and stone flooring.

A covered brick pathway leading to a building entrance with a lantern above.

A mosaic-tiled bathtub with two showerheads and a drain.

A dining area with a variety of food items, a large decorative plant, and a mirror with a leaf pattern.

2. Fordoun Hotel & Spa

Nottingham Road

Bennett

HK$1,387

HK$1,611 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a fireplace. There are multiple seating options including a chaise lounge and armchairs. The room features exposed wooden beams on the ceiling and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A dining area with a glass table, upholstered chairs, and pendant lighting.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, a wooden dresser, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

3. Pleasant Places by Sanaandi

Lidgeton

Mahima

HK$839

HK$965 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A row of brick structures with curved roofs, possibly a series of small buildings or sheds, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

A brick building with arched windows and a garden with various plants.

A bedroom with a brick wall, a bed with white bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, and a striped rug.

A compact kitchen with a brick wall, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a small seating area with a sofa.

4. The Old Mushroom Farm

Howick

Johan Robins

HK$698

HK$802 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring leather sofas, patterned chairs, and a central coffee table.

Two people sitting on a bed with a tray of food and drinks, reading books.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a blue armchair.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

5. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

Hilton

paul

HK$720

HK$828 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden beams and stone tiles.

A modern kitchen with black cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a built-in oven.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and patterned furniture.

A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a green sofa, and a large painting on the wall.

6. Bali and Eva Midlands

Zenzani

"Our stay at Bali and Eva was nothing short of exceptional from start to finish—a definitive five-star experience in every sense. The owners have done a phenomenal job curating a world-class luxury retreat right in the heart of the Midlands. Every detail of the accommodation reflects impeccable taste, comfort, and thoughtful design, making it the perfect setting to unwind in style. Beyond the beautiful property, the hospitality truly sets this place apart. The staff were genuinely warm,...

Kevin

HK$2,199

HK$2,199 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A large stone building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance, and a well-maintained garden with various flowers and shrubs.

A stone building with a wooden pergola covered in pink flowers, a dog sitting in the foreground, and a garden path leading to the building.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a small table with a lamp, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A spacious room with a pool table, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a stone fireplace.

7. The FarSide Farm

Nottingham Road

Joshua

HK$653

HK$750 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A room with a white desk, a light blue chair, a mirror with decorative elements, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a sofa, and a headboard.

A building labeled 'THE DAIRY' with a front entrance, two potted plants, and a signboard.

A bed with a leaf-patterned bedspread, a bedside table, and a small rug on a tiled floor.

8. The Retreat Country Lodge

Howick

HK$568

HK$738 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A house with a covered patio, a swimming pool, and a garden.

A dining table set with various dishes, drinks, and a centerpiece of white flowers.

A white house with a garden, a satellite dish, and a well-lit outdoor area.

A neatly made bed with a large pillow, a bedside lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

9. Loxley House

Nottingham Road

Desmond

HK$1,111

HK$1,277 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A building with multiple windows, a garden area with steps, and outdoor lighting.

A room with a bed, a sofa, a small table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A buffet table with various food items including fruits, cheeses, and cereals.

An outdoor wedding venue with white drapes and floral arrangements.

10. Rawdons

Nottingham Road

Leigh

HK$1,231

HK$1,416 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern house with a central patio, a pond with a decorative vase, and two illuminated structures with glass doors.

A modern bar area with a curved wooden counter, black pendant lights, and seating including a red armchair and a leather sofa.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a nightstand, and a view of a grassy area through a door.

A swimming pool surrounded by rocks and greenery, with trees and a grassy field in the background.

11. Lythwood Lodge

Lidgetton West

Anonymous traveller

HK$1,044

HK$1,208 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A large, illuminated building with a reflective water surface in front, surrounded by trees.

A playground with a slide and swings, a small building labeled "CRAFT BEER", and a grassy area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk, and a chair.

A room with a bed, a desk, and a chair, with a window and a door.

12. St Ives Lodge

Lidgetton West

Kylie

HK$576

HK$662 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A traditional house with a steeply pitched roof, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden.

A modern building with a glass door entrance, a patio with outdoor furniture, and a garden with a statue of a horse and rider.

A dining area with multiple tables set for four, each with a lace tablecloth and wooden chairs.

A rustic wooden archway with a metal gate, surrounded by lush greenery and a dirt path.

13. Biggy Best Cottages

Howick

Cheyne

HK$492

HK$566 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A garden pathway leading to a house with a brick border, surrounded by various trees and plants.

A garden with palm trees and a white fence.

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a nightstand, a lamp, and an air conditioning unit.

A dining table set with a red tablecloth, white plates, and a red vase.

14. Sunbird Guest House

Howick

Irene

HK$456

HK$524 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel with a dome and arched entrance, illuminated by warm lighting.

A spacious lobby with a large wall clock, a reception desk, and a tiled floor.

A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a fireplace with a framed picture above, and a vase of flowers.

A building with a white facade and a balcony. There are outdoor tables and umbrellas.

15. Nottingham Road Hotel

Nottingham Road

Grant

HK$783

HK$900 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A room with a sofa, a table with a plant, and a view of a forested hillside through large glass doors.

A cozy, open-air structure with a wooden roof and large windows, surrounded by lush trees and greenery.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A circular pool with a brick border, surrounded by grass and trees, with the sun setting in the background.

16. The Hilton Bush Lodge

Hilton

Louren

HK$677

HK$778 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A tranquil lakeside scene with houses and trees.

A white building with a pond in front, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering trees.

A room with large windows overlooking a body of water, a wicker chair, a wooden table, and a dresser with a mirror.

A covered outdoor seating area with a brick fireplace, a table and chairs, and a view of the countryside.

17. Beacon Vlei Guest Farm

Balgowan

Anonymous traveller

HK$485

HK$557 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A covered patio area with outdoor seating, a pergola, and lush greenery.

A covered outdoor area with a brick pathway leading to a building, surrounded by greenery and a lawn.

A cozy living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a bed.

A banquet hall with tiered white cakes, wooden chairs, and chandeliers.

18. Old Halliwell Country Inn

Curry's Post

Geoff

HK$678

HK$780 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a bathtub, and a canopy bed.

A row of traditional houses with thatched roofs, situated on a grassy hillside.

A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, large windows with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, a patterned sofa, and a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a thatched roof.

19. Otters Den Self Catering Cottages

Fort Nottingham

HK$731

HK$840 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A cozy dining area with a fireplace, a wooden wall, and a decorative horse sculpture above it.

A modern kitchen with a wooden bar and seating area, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a wall clock, and a window with blinds.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden paneling, a fireplace, and a wine display.

20. Bosch Hoek Lodge

Curry's Post

GFT

HK$1,284

HK$1,477 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Top Esseldene Hotel Reviews

ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

10/10 Excellent

"Such friendly staff made the stay that much more enjoyable."

Biggy Best Cottages

8/10 Good

"Location and grounds were lovely. Room was advertised as the "Stables Suite", but it was very small. We had to go outside and into another locked room to access our kitchenette. Front desk staff was very dry and not welcoming. She did not seem to like her job. Breakfast started 45 minutes after advertised. Listing and signage say "breakfast, lunch and dinner", but they only serve breakfast. Bed was very old and creaky. Lots of potential. Needs TLC."

The Hilton Bush Lodge

8/10 Good

"Kettle was dirty inside, and dead spiders left on the walls after being sprayed with doom... a small stove would be nice as will a braai /fireplace outside Otherwise, lovey and will be back"

Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were helpful and accommodating, rooms were spacious and breakfast great"

The FarSide Farm

10/10 Excellent

"Had a wonderful one night stay. Rooms are beautiful and the communal areas cosy with log burner, pool table and honesty bar. The owner Ryan is a friendly guy who can give you great local recommendations. Breakfast was exceptional served by Abel the chef who made a fabulous sourdough loaf."

Loxley House

10/10 Excellent

"Although it was very cold the staff went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable and provided a heater A bit disappointing was the restaurant was closed they required 24 hrs notice There was a excellent pub just 5 minute drive away The breakfast was very good again excellent staff provided a full English We had a lovely massage followed by a drink in front of a blazing fire and a very pleasant dinner"

The Old Mushroom Farm

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay at the Old Mushroom Farm was fantastic. The converted mushroom house into an apartment is awesome and very comfortable. I would recommend it for anyone wishing to explore the Howick/Karkloof area."

Fordoun Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hidden gem. We were so spoiled"

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HK$730

HK$730 total

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

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7/10 Good! (27 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Esseldene?

Located 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from the heart of Esseldene, Fordoun Hotel & Spa is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your stay in the area are ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg and Granny Mouse Country House & Spa. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Esseldene.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Esseldene has to offer?

Millgate Cottage: This holiday home rental outside of Esseldene is located in a rural location, and has an outdoor pool, a patio and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a microwave and an electric kettle. It offers a terrace, a garden and a selection of games so that you can immerse yourself in your holiday. See all vacation rentals in Esseldene.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Esseldene, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Esseldene.

How is it staying in Esseldene?

Visitors to Esseldene will definitely find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 66 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Esseldene.

What should I do while I'm visiting Esseldene?

Places to visit in the wider area include Midmar Dam, Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument and Howick Public Falls. You'll also find Gowrie Farm Golf Course and Fordoun Spa in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Esseldene guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Esseldene?

The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Esseldene is 994 mm.

Esseldene hotels from HK$524

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Our top choices for Esseldene hotels

1. Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

2. Fordoun Hotel & Spa

3. Pleasant Places by Sanaandi

4. The Old Mushroom Farm

5. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

6. Bali and Eva Midlands

7. The FarSide Farm

8. The Retreat Country Lodge

9. Loxley House

10. Rawdons

11. Lythwood Lodge

12. St Ives Lodge

13. Biggy Best Cottages

14. Sunbird Guest House

15. Nottingham Road Hotel

16. The Hilton Bush Lodge

17. Beacon Vlei Guest Farm

18. Old Halliwell Country Inn

19. Otters Den Self Catering Cottages

20. Bosch Hoek Lodge

Top Esseldene Hotel Reviews

ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

Biggy Best Cottages

The Hilton Bush Lodge

Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

The FarSide Farm

Loxley House

The Old Mushroom Farm

Fordoun Hotel & Spa

More cheap stays in Esseldene

ANEW Hotel Hilton

AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping

Ilawu Hotel

Cosy 2 Bedroom Apartment, in Hilton

The Narina Trogon Nest

Brevisbrook Bed And Breakfast

Frequently asked questions

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