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A stone building with a wooden deck and a hammock chair.

A room with a bed under a canopy, a wooden cabinet, a small table, and a refrigerator.

A rustic cabin with a large deck, surrounded by dry grassland and trees, featuring a water tower and a small tower structure.

A view through a window with a unique wavy frame design, offering a landscape view of fields and distant hills.

1. Antbear Drakensberg Lodge

Umtshezi

"Esme, Andrew & Conny’s hospitality was amazing! We stayed for 5 nights in 2 different rooms, the standard room then the Luxury cave suite (both were great but the cave suite is out of this world! Jason, the chef is so passionate about food & that really comes through in the meals, the food here is truly lovely. All staff were so friendly & the local tips provided by Andrew set us up to ensure our time was spent perfectly whilst staying in Drakensberg. The farm has loads of cute animals,...

Gemma

HK$1,442

HK$1,658 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

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

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

A courtyard with a central pathway leading to a building with a tower-like structure.

2. Fordoun Hotel & Spa

Nottingham Road

Bennett

HK$1,372

HK$1,593 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

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.

3. Loxley House

Nottingham Road

Desmond

HK$1,099

HK$1,264 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A traditional house with a thatched roof, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with a stone bench and a small table.

A building with a thatched roof and multiple windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with chairs, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

A rectangular swimming pool surrounded by a metal fence, with a grassy area in the foreground and trees in the background.

4. The Nest Drakensberg Hotel

Cathkin Park

Lodewyk Stephanus De

HK$553

HK$636 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

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 pool table in a room with a stone fireplace, a dining area, and a view of a grassy yard.

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.

5. The FarSide Farm

Nottingham Road

Joshua

HK$645

HK$742 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A hotel entrance with double wooden doors, a plaque, and two potted plants.

A bar area with stools and a counter, featuring signs for 'Rum', 'Wine', 'Port', 'Stout', 'First Boo', 'Spirits', and 'Sherry'.

A double bed with two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a desk, computer, and chairs. There is a window with curtains and a door with glass panels.

6. Royal Hotel Ladysmith

Ladysmith

Maureen

HK$544

HK$626 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

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

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

A spacious, modern interior with a large wooden floor, a central seating area with sofas, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

7. Bali and Eva Midlands

Zenzani

Kevin

HK$2,175

HK$2,175 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A wooden pathway leading to a building with a stone wall on one side.

A modern building with a wooden facade, a central doorway, and a small potted plant.

A two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a round black coffee table, a houndstooth armchair, and a wooden side table.

8. Cheetah Ridge Lodge

Ladysmith

HK$7,861

HK$9,041 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a cozy seating area with a sofa and cushions.

A well-lit bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

A rustic house with a wooden pergola, a garden with flowers, and a view of mountains in the background.

A rustic cabin with large windows, a garden in the foreground, and mountains in the background.

9. Molweni Kamberg Valley Bed and Breakfast

Elandskop

Ivan

HK$767

HK$767 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A natural pool surrounded by rocky terrain and a mountain backdrop.

A natural water feature with rocks and greenery, a shaded area with a table and chairs, and a view of distant hills.

A modern building with a waterfall feature in front.

A man seated at a table with a view of green hills and a mountain range in the distance.

10. Dragonview Lodge

Cathkin Park

Thando

HK$1,738

HK$2,209 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern, well-lit outdoor area with a pool, wooden deck, and seating areas.

A stone entrance with steps leading to a covered area, illuminated by wall-mounted lights.

A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a hanging chandelier.

A kitchen with a wooden island, bar stools, and a vase with flowers.

11. Qambathi Mountain Lodge

Elandskop

Geoff

HK$2,799

HK$3,228 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

Two drinks on a table with a pool and mountains in the background.

A modern living room with a balcony, a flat-screen TV, and a wooden coffee table.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a stainless steel refrigerator.

12. Cayley Mountain Resort

Cathkin Park

Brett

HK$590

HK$678 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

Two people seated at a table with a candle, overlooking a scenic landscape.

A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, a window, and a door leading outside.

A rustic dining area with wooden tables set for a meal, surrounded by large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A rustic wooden bar area with a built-in refrigerator, a chandelier, and a seating arrangement with wooden chairs and a red sofa.

13. Sycamore Avenue Treehouses

Mooirivier

"Beautiful tree houses and neat premises, however the manager on site, Martin, kept changing his mind on what time we should leave the entertainment area because he was tired and needed to sleep because of two busy previous nights, I refused to leave the bar at 1930 as we had agreed to 2100, he proceeded to tell me 'ok I will suffer through it', I'm sure the previous two nights those patrons went late into the night and I didn't realize My paying stay was a suffer to Sycamore Treehouses, he then...

Mr Sushen

HK$771

HK$886 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A balcony with a wooden bench and two chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape with trees.

A wooden deck with a pool and a lounge chair overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A cozy living room with a large window, a wooden dining table, and a sofa.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a chair. There are curtains, a window, and framed pictures on the wall.

14. Three Tree Hill

Bergville

Anonymous traveller

HK$4,581

HK$5,556 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A sign for 'The Homestead' at GAMBATHI MOUNTAIN LODGE, indicating a rural, natural setting with a dirt path leading towards the lodge.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A wooden hot tub on a patio with a scenic view of hills and trees.

15. The Homestead

KAMBERG

HK$1,670

HK$1,920 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

An outdoor dining area with white chairs and tables, surrounded by trees and string lights.

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

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

16. Rawdons

Nottingham Road

Leigh

HK$1,475

HK$1,696 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A cozy room with a bed, a wooden table, and a stone wall.

A spacious room with a large window offering a view of a garden. There are two sofas, a dining table, and a piano.

A hallway with a chandelier, a console table with vases, and a large window with a view of the outside.

A building with a sloped roof, large windows, and potted plants in front.

17. Nauntons Guest House

Ladysmith

Michele

HK$408

HK$469 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

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

A view through a window with a grid pattern, revealing a lush green landscape, a stone structure, and a building with a red roof.

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

18. Nottingham Road Hotel

Nottingham Road

Grant

HK$885

HK$1,018 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A bedroom with a large window, wooden furniture, and a view of rolling hills.

A large house with a swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery.

A courtyard with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with arches.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a chandelier. There is a view of a kitchen and a scenic landscape through large windows.

19. Crestwood

Curry's Post

Clarissa

HK$892

HK$1,025 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

A cozy interior with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, and a chandelier.

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$1,270

HK$1,461 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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Stay near popular Umtshezi attractions

Moor Park Nature Reserve

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Moor Park Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Umtshezi. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.

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Fort Durnford Museum

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Fort Durnford Museum during your trip to Estcourt. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

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Wagendrift Dam

You can find out about the history of Umtshezi with a stop at Wagendrift Dam. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

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Bloukrans Monument

Find out about the history of Umtshezi when you take a trip to Bloukrans Monument. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

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St Matthews Church

After visiting St Matthews Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Estcourt. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

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Top Umtshezi Hotel Reviews

Ardmore Guest Farm

10/10 Excellent

"we had dinner , bed & breakfast , and OMG the food was amazing - well presented , and thought out with attention to detail. the room was clean & the bed was super comfy . the animals on the farm were lovely & ideal for a family getaway. we loved our stay our dogs were happy there a lovely place to go"

Bali and Eva Midlands

10/10 Excellent

"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, attentive, and eager to ensure every part of our stay was effortless. Paired with consistently fantastic food that exceeded expectations at every meal, it made for an unforgettable getaway. Bali and Eva delivers an all-round masterclass in luxury hospitality. We cannot recommend it highly enough and will definitely be back."

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."

Cayley Mountain Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean rooms and warm reception from. Seurity officers to reception to helpers who cleaned the villa. Will just the resort again"

Royal Hotel Ladysmith

8/10 Good

"Historical building with interesting pictures showing the important events and characters of the town and surrounding areas over the years."

Dragonview Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"View from the hotel is stunning"

Fordoun Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hidden gem. We were so spoiled"

SpionKop Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean, spacious, and quiet. Restaurant food is very good. We had breakfast (included) and dinner (E295pp for 3 course set menu). The grounds are beautiful with several cows roaming around. The drive up to reception is quite long (felt like about 2-3km) but don’t worry, you’re on the right track! You’ll meet several cows on that road too so don’t go too fast! Overall an idyllic setting. "

The Nest Drakensberg Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean perfect only shower spilling water down through curtain"

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Umtshezi?

Antbear Drakensberg Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This lodge offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options for your trip include Lindo Guest House and 57 On Lorne Guesthouse. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Umtshezi.

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

The Homestead: This holiday home rental outside of Umtshezi is located in a national park, and has a fireplace, a garden and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Amenities such as an electric kettle and free parking are also available for your convenience. See all vacation rentals in Umtshezi.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Umtshezi.

What's the best dog-friendly hotel in Umtshezi?

Antbear Drakensberg Lodge is a top lodge for people travelling with their pets, and offers a restaurant and a bar/lounge for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Umtshezi.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Umtshezi?

Fordoun Hotel & Spa: Provides a full-service spa, an indoor pool and a sauna. Cayley Mountain Resort and The Nest Drakensberg Hotel are a couple of other choices that feature an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Umtshezi.

How is it to stay in Umtshezi?

Visitors can enjoy all that Umtshezi has to offer, including the parks, monuments and museums. Tourists to the city can also enjoy its welcoming locals. In Umtshezi, there are 7 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Umtshezi.

What should I see while I'm in Umtshezi?

Landmarks like Fort Durnford Museum, Bloukrans Monument and Wagendrift Dam might be worth a visit. Additionally, you might want to add Moor Park Nature Reserve to your itinerary. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Umtshezi guide.

What's the weather like in Umtshezi?

The hottest months are usually January and December, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Umtshezi is 747 mm.

Umtshezi hotels from HK$469

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Our top choices for Umtshezi hotels

1. Antbear Drakensberg Lodge

2. Fordoun Hotel & Spa

3. Loxley House

4. The Nest Drakensberg Hotel

5. The FarSide Farm

6. Royal Hotel Ladysmith

7. Bali and Eva Midlands

8. Cheetah Ridge Lodge

9. Molweni Kamberg Valley Bed and Breakfast

10. Dragonview Lodge

11. Qambathi Mountain Lodge

12. Cayley Mountain Resort

13. Sycamore Avenue Treehouses

14. Three Tree Hill

15. The Homestead

16. Rawdons

17. Nauntons Guest House

18. Nottingham Road Hotel

19. Crestwood

20. Bosch Hoek Lodge

Stay near popular Umtshezi attractions

Moor Park Nature Reserve

Fort Durnford Museum

Wagendrift Dam

Bloukrans Monument

St Matthews Church

Top Umtshezi Hotel Reviews

Ardmore Guest Farm

Bali and Eva Midlands

The FarSide Farm

Cayley Mountain Resort

Royal Hotel Ladysmith

Dragonview Lodge

Fordoun Hotel & Spa

SpionKop Lodge

The Nest Drakensberg Hotel

More cheap stays in Umtshezi

AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping

Lindo Guest House

The Narina Trogon Nest

Champagne Valley Resort 3-bedroom WBT Rentals

Cozy Self Catering Unit in De Wet Street

Antbear Eco Lodge

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