The Nest Drakensberg Mountain Resort Hotel

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Scored 7.8
Rated good

Staff

9.0

Property highlights

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About this property

This hotel offers spacious accommodation with views of the garden or Drakensberg Mountain. It is surrounded by lush green fields in the Ukhahlamba-Drakensberg UNESCO World Heritage Site. The bright rooms are situated throughout the grounds and feature a traditional, country-style décor. Heating and a fan are available for climate control. Toiletries are provided in the bathroom. The Nest’s restaurant serves traditional South African country cooking, including a multi-course table d'hote dinner. In the morning and afternoon, tea and coffee is offered on the veranda overlooking the Drakensberg Mountain. In the main building, there is a bar with a lounge area featuring plush chairs and a fireplace. Guests can play a game of billiards or swim in the outdoor pool. Younger guests can enjoy the playground. The Nest Drakensberg Mountain Resort Hotel offers free private parking on site.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

  • Free parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
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1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
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1 double bed
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1 bunk bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Charmaine
South Africa South Africa
“We loved the peace and quiet. The staff were very friendly, especially our server at our meals(sibonga) she was fabulous. The bar staff were also great.”
Bright
South Africa South Africa
“The restaurant was excellent, both the service and the food. It's perhaps a given that the views from the hotel are to die for.”
Vedanth
South Africa South Africa
“Everything about the place is good. Very accommodating according to our special diet.”
Kassie
South Africa South Africa
“Beautifull scenery Very friendly staff and the food was amazing”
Trevor
South Africa South Africa
“The room we had was amazing, we were really accommodated with our preferences. The food was good. The staff especially were very friendly and assisted with everything we needed. Great facilities for the kids.”
Nombulelo
South Africa South Africa
“I loved that they offer electric blankets because winter months are extremely cold nowadays 🥰 You're never bored at The Nest because they cater for the whole day in terms of meals.”
Elzabe
South Africa South Africa
“The room was spacious and clean. Dinner and breakfast was very good.”
Engel
South Africa South Africa
“The half-board is great. Breakfast and dinner. Beautiful view and location. Great bar. Nice staff. Good value for money.”
Loganathan
South Africa South Africa
“Good location, friendly and helpful staff, good food.”
Bhikha
South Africa South Africa
“Staff were friendly ! Hats off for the Chef, food was excellent”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African • Italian • Mediterranean • German • South African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly

House rules

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Check-in
From 13:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 525 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.