About this property

Located in the Maloti Drakensberg Transfrontier Conservation Area, Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge overlooks the Drakensberg's Sentinel Peak and Amphitheater. At 7500 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.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Rowan
    Finland Finland
    The most amazing location. Sitting high in the mountains with full view of the Amphitheater.
  • Norm
    United States United States
    Room was comfortable and the views were spectacular. Staff was able to provide all the services we wanted/needed.
  • Steven
    United States United States
    Such a beautiful view! Food was excellent and staff was very helpful! Thank you!
  • Gareth
    United States United States
    Perfect location, wonderful staff, great facilities.
  • Adam
    United States United States
    Location is spectacular! Well appointed rooms. Very nice staff
  • Shay
    United States United States
    The entire staff from the front desk (Miss Try was so helpful!) to the restaurant staff, to maintenance and the spa, everyone was so kind and knowledgeable. They helped set up a guided hike as a solo traveler. As a vegetarian, there were plenty of...
  • Matthew
    United States United States
    The location is idyllic! The lodge is nestled in the northern Drakensberg mountains with numerous hikes beginning directly from the lodge. They also offer daily shuttle service up to the Sentinel Peak car park where you can hike to the top of...
  • Wayne
    Canada Canada
    Comfortable bed, nice hot showers, good food food value. Very friendly and helpful staff.
  • Lesedi
    South Africa South Africa
    The view of the mountains was breath taking, the facility is very clean. Loved the food and the staff was friendly. Big thanks to Tumi for her friendly and helpful customer service, hope you enjoyed the chocolate. The security that walked us to...
  • Louwrens
    South Africa South Africa
    Perfect place to go to see mountains and nature and be comfortable at the same time.

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • WItsieshoek Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      International • South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

House rules

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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 accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 22:00 and 04:00
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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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.
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