Drakensberg Sun Resort

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.4
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Drakensberg Sun Resort in Winterton offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and modern amenities. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, TV, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy spa facilities, a swimming pool with stunning views, sun terrace, and lush gardens. Additional amenities include a tennis court, bowling, and a kids' pool. Dining Experience: The on-site restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a variety of menus catering to special diets. A bar and pool bar provide relaxing spaces for refreshments. Activities and Surroundings: The resort offers canoeing, hiking, and cycling. Nearby attractions include Monks Cowl Country Club (7 km), Winterton Museum (30 km), and Spioenkop Nature Reserve (45 km). Pietermaritzburg Airport is 149 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Resorts
Hotel chain/brand
Resorts

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Buffet

Free parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
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2 double beds
1 double bed
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2 double beds
2 double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 double beds
2 single beds
2 double beds
1 double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Madhu
South Africa South Africa
“We had an very good stay a Drakensberg Sun, clean rooms, friendly staff, food was excellent Will definitely be going back”
Mncwabe
South Africa South Africa
“Friendly staff, food was good and atmosphere was incredible. We enjoyed every moment”
Nthabeleng
South Africa South Africa
“Perfect location, adequate cleanliness, child friendly, great facilities for different activities and friendly staff”
Hloni
South Africa South Africa
“The size of the rooms and the staff are very friendly especially the chefs they were very friendly and overall it was a very good stay for improvement I think the dinner buffet you can make more effort in making sure there is different types of...”
Candice
South Africa South Africa
“This was our second time visiting and we’ve already booked the 3rd. Food is exceptional, service always with a smile and rooms kept in immaculate condition.”
Sibongile
South Africa South Africa
“The stuff was very friendly and the buffer breakfast was good and perfect location they even went as far as making nice surprise for our unnivesary”
Thandeka
South Africa South Africa
“food was great, served by friendly staff. best place to enjoy with family, lot of activities”
Joshua
South Africa South Africa
“The rooms were big and nice, breakfast was excellent”
Nqobile
South Africa South Africa
“I liked everything, the food (breakfast and supper) was delicious, the best hiking ever! Boat cruise was a bonus! It is highly recommended, good value for money!”
Cherry
South Africa South Africa
“The buffet dinner and breakfast were really superb. Service throughout our stay was exceptional. A lovely walk up the river to a waterfall through indigenous forest.”

Hotel surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Exceptional breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$10.92 per person.
  • Menu style
    Buffet
  • Additional dining options
    Lunch • Dinner
Lakeview Restaurant
  • Service
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Menu
    Buffet & à la carte
More food and drink
More food and drink
Meals • Restaurants • Facilities

House rules

Drakensberg Sun Resort takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:30
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 18 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 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

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.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners Club Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that dinner is not included for children aged 17 and below.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.