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Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge

R 57 Witsieshoek, 9870 Phuthaditjhaba, South Africa – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 664 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.1
Very Good
664 reviews

vicinity to hike trails. shuttle availability. food access

Alicia United States of America

Beautiful location in the middle of the mountains; ideal base from which to explore surrounding Drakensberg and in particular hiking to Tugela falls.

Mark Netherlands

everything!!! the lodge is so beautiful, on top of the mountains with 3 day hikes that you can do. the staff knows them very well and can arrange guides as well. the staff was so friendly, always smiling, ready to help. the restaurant and bar is amazing thank you so much for the amazing stay!

Alexandra France

Great location, close to the start of the tugella falls hike. Good transport service to sentinel parking. Friendly staff.

Rafi Israel

The view is amazing. The staff were all very friendly and kind. Breakfast was okay. Soup was delicious. Location is great and the road leading up to the hotel is a good quality brick road.

Lynette South Africa

The friendly personal and the food in the restaurant.

Roel Netherlands

Breakfast was great and staff friendly and keen to assist

Stallwood South Africa

everything the stuff and the food. room was so amazing

Admire South Africa

amazing views of the mountains with cozy rooms and beds. staff was super helpful and food was amazing. coordinated shuttle to hike Tugela Falls and retrieved me in a rainstorm too. will come back someday!

Adam United States of America

The staff gave us clarity on the hiking trails and were very helpful with our arrival and accommodation. All round relaxing and comforting experience at the lodge.

Lukas South Africa
8.1
Very Good
664 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “vicinity to hike trails. shuttle availability. food access”
    Alicia Alicia United States of America United States of America
  • “Beautiful location in the middle of the mountains; ideal base from which to explore surrounding Drakensberg and in particular hiking to Tugela falls.”
    Mark Mark Netherlands Netherlands
  • “everything!!! the lodge is so beautiful, on top of the mountains with 3 day hikes that you can do. the staff knows them very well and can arrange guides as well.”
    Alexandra Alexandra France France
  • “Great location, close to the start of the tugella falls hike. Good transport service to sentinel parking. Friendly staff.”
    Rafi Rafi Israel Israel
  • “The view is amazing. The staff were all very friendly and kind. Breakfast was okay. Soup was delicious. Location is great and the road leading up to the hotel is a good quality brick road.”
    Lynette Lynette South Africa South Africa
  • “The friendly personal and the food in the restaurant.”
    Roel Roel Netherlands Netherlands
  • “Breakfast was great and staff friendly and keen to assist”
    Stallwood Stallwood South Africa South Africa
  • “everything the stuff and the food. room was so amazing”
    Admire Admire South Africa South Africa
  • “amazing views of the mountains with cozy rooms and beds. staff was super helpful and food was amazing. coordinated shuttle to hike Tugela Falls and retrieved me in a rainstorm too.”
    Adam Adam United States of America United States of America
  • “The staff gave us clarity on the hiking trails and were very helpful with our arrival and accommodation. All round relaxing and comforting experience at the lodge.”
    Lukas Lukas South Africa South Africa

Categories:

  • Staff8.7
  • Facilities 8.0
  • Cleanliness 8.6
  • Comfort 8.6
  • Value for money7.9
  • Location 9.6
High score for Phuthaditjhaba
8.1
Very Good
664 reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.7
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.6
High score for Phuthaditjhaba
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Located in the Maloti Drakensberg Transfrontier Conservation Area, Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge overlooks the Drakensberg's Sentinel Peak and Amphitheater. At 7,500 feet above sea level, this lodge is the highest in the Northern Drakensberg.

Witsieshoek offers bungalow accommodations with bathrooms.

There is a central restaurant which provides breakfast for visitors. Lunch and dinner are offered on an a la Carte basis, and a pub is open to all guests.

Activities in the area include hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking and bird watching. Golden Gate Highlands National Park is 37 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Aug 17, 2016

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Most popular amenities
Non-smoking rooms
WiFi
Free parking
Restaurant
Bar

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, American

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.7
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.6
High score for Phuthaditjhaba
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Alicia
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “vicinity to hike trails. shuttle availability. food access”
  • Mark
    NetherlandsNetherlands
    “Beautiful location in the middle of the mountains; ideal base from which to explore surrounding Drakensberg and in particular hiking to Tugela falls.”
  • Alexandra
    FranceFrance
    “everything!!! the lodge is so beautiful, on top of the mountains with 3 day hikes that you can do. the staff knows them very well and can arrange guides as well. the staff was so friendly, always smiling, ready to help. the restaurant and bar is...”
  • Rafi
    IsraelIsrael
    “Great location, close to the start of the tugella falls hike. Good transport service to sentinel parking. Friendly staff.”
  • Lynette
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “The view is amazing. The staff were all very friendly and kind. Breakfast was okay. Soup was delicious. Location is great and the road leading up to the hotel is a good quality brick road.”
  • Roel
    NetherlandsNetherlands
    “The friendly personal and the food in the restaurant.”
  • Stallwood
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “Breakfast was great and staff friendly and keen to assist”
  • Admire
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “everything the stuff and the food. room was so amazing”
  • Adam
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “amazing views of the mountains with cozy rooms and beds. staff was super helpful and food was amazing. coordinated shuttle to hike Tugela Falls and retrieved me in a rainstorm too. will come back someday!”
  • Lukas
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “The staff gave us clarity on the hiking trails and were very helpful with our arrival and accommodation. All round relaxing and comforting experience at the lodge.”
Property questions and answers
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  • Can you organise guides for the Amphitheatre Trail hike? We’d like to do it across two days and camp on the middle
    Morning. Yes we can arrange for a guide for an overnight.
    Answered on 6 February 2020
  • Plan on several day hikes and stay at your property. I'm an international visitor and try and avoid car rental. There are frequent bus runs Durban t..
    There are busses that run from Durban to Harrismith and we will collect you there. The cost to collect and return you there is R800.00.
    Answered on 8 December 2022
  • how much is the transfer to the sentinel car park, from that point, what is the distance of the hike to view to Falls
    Hi the transfer fee to the car park is R160.00 per person there and back. From the car park to the bottom of the chain ladders are 4.3 km it takes yo..
    Answered on 26 March 2021
  • Hi can one do the Sentinel hike/chain ladder hike in a day. how long does it take? Also how would you rate the hike up? can a beginner do it?
    Yes you can, it takes about 6 hours depending on fitness level. Yes beginners can hike the Sentinel, R95/p
    Answered on 15 November 2021
  • Do you have braai fercitilies in the rooms?
    Hi You can ask the reception for a braai stand and you can braai outside the unit. Jan
    Answered on 25 September 2021
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Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
  • Vulture Restaurant
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern
Amenities of Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8
Most popular amenities
Non-smoking rooms
WiFi
Free parking
Restaurant
Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Hiking
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and charges apply.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    General
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Curfew

    The entrance to the property is closed between 10:00 PM and 4:00 AM

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa Cash Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print

    FAQs about Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge

    • Yes, Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking

    • Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge is 11.2 miles from the center of Phuthaditjhaba.

    • The prices at Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Room options at Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge include:

      • Double
      • Chalet

    • Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge has 1 restaurant:

      • Vulture Restaurant

    • Guests staying at Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.8).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish
      • American