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

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.

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

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

P11,495

P13,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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.

A building with a thatched roof and multiple windows.

2. The Nest Drakensberg Hotel

Cathkin Park

Lodewyk Stephanus De

P4,409

P5,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

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

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

3. Fordoun Hotel & Spa

Nottingham Road

Bennett

P10,935

P12,701 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

A house with a covered patio, a dining area, and a garden with a birdcage.

4. Loxley House

Nottingham Road

Desmond

P8,759

P10,072 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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

A pool area with a thatched-roof building, outdoor seating, and a clear sky.

5. Royal Hotel Ladysmith

Ladysmith

Maureen

P4,337

P4,987 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

6. The FarSide Farm

Nottingham Road

Joshua

P5,145

P5,917 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

A long wooden table set for dining with wine glasses, plates, and a candle centerpiece.

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

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

7. Cheetah Ridge Lodge

Ladysmith

P62,662

P72,062 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

A cozy bar area with wooden tables and benches, a fireplace, and string lights.

8. Molweni Kamberg Valley Bed and Breakfast

Elandskop

Ivan

P6,114

P6,114 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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 modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a large window with a view of the countryside, and a balcony with outdoor seating.

9. Dragonview Lodge

Cathkin Park

Thando

P13,851

P17,606 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

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

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

10. Qambathi Mountain Lodge

Elandskop

Geoff

P22,308

P25,729 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

A restaurant with a view of rolling hills and a wooden ceiling. Tables are set with chairs and centerpieces.

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

11. Cayley Mountain Resort

Cathkin Park

Brett

P5,225

P6,009 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A dining table set for a meal with candles, framed pictures, and a view of the outdoors.

12. Three Tree Hill

Bergville

Anonymous traveler

P36,513

P44,287 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

A spacious living area with a stone wall, a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

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

13. The Homestead

KAMBERG

P13,309

P15,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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.

14. 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

P6,143

P7,064 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

A garden with a pergola structure, hanging planters, and a decorative urn.

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

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

15. Nauntons Guest House

Ladysmith

Michele

P3,249

P3,737 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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.

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

16. Rawdons

Nottingham Road

Leigh

P11,757

P13,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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

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

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

17. Nottingham Road Hotel

Nottingham Road

Grant

P6,172

P7,098 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A clear swimming pool with a stone border, surrounded by rocks and greenery, and a stone building in the background.

A bedroom with two beds, wooden wardrobe, and a ceiling fan.

A cozy living room with a high wooden ceiling, a stone fireplace, and a television on a table.

A stone house with a green roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a large tree.

18. SpionKop Lodge

Ladysmith

Gunnar

P4,460

P5,128 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A rustic house with a thatched roof, stone walls, and a chimney.

A rustic house with a stone foundation, a wooden door, and a thatched roof.

A room with a wooden ceiling, a bed, a chair, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a wooden ceiling, a fireplace, and leather furniture.

19. Ardmore Guest Farm

Ardmore

Christopher

P7,824

P8,998 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

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

20. Crestwood

Curry's Post

Clarissa

P7,106

P8,172 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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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 exploring the galleries in 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 when you stop by 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 spend time at 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."

Nauntons Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Best room and staff very helpful. They accommodated me for my meeting and the breakfast was devine"

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. "

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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 traveler data. This lodge offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options for your visit include Lindo Guest House and 57 On Lorne Guesthouse. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Umtshezi.

What's the top vacation rental that Umtshezi has to offer?

The Homestead: This vacation home near Umtshezi is located in a national park and has a fireplace, a garden, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Amenities like 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! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Umtshezi.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation in Umtshezi?

Antbear Drakensberg Lodge is a top lodge for people traveling 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 accommodations 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 onsite pool. View all hotels with pools in Umtshezi.

What's it like staying 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 accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Umtshezi.

What are the top places to visit 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. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Umtshezi guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Umtshezi?

The hottest months are usually January and December with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are July and June with an average of 54°F. Average annual precipitation for Umtshezi is 29 inches.

Umtshezi Hotels

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Our top choices for Umtshezi hotels

1. Antbear Drakensberg Lodge

2. The Nest Drakensberg Hotel

3. Fordoun Hotel & Spa

4. Loxley House

5. Royal Hotel Ladysmith

6. The FarSide Farm

7. Cheetah Ridge Lodge

8. Molweni Kamberg Valley Bed and Breakfast

9. Dragonview Lodge

10. Qambathi Mountain Lodge

11. Cayley Mountain Resort

12. Three Tree Hill

13. The Homestead

14. Sycamore Avenue Treehouses

15. Nauntons Guest House

16. Rawdons

17. Nottingham Road Hotel

18. SpionKop Lodge

19. Ardmore Guest Farm

20. Crestwood

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

Nauntons Guest House

The FarSide Farm

Cayley Mountain Resort

Royal Hotel Ladysmith

Dragonview Lodge

Fordoun Hotel & Spa

SpionKop Lodge

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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