SANI PASS HOTEL and other Drakensberg, South Africa Hotel/Accommodation Reviews

Sani Pass Hotel and Leisure Resort is situated directly at the base of the magnificent Sani Pass, gateway to the Roof of Africa. Make the very exciting trip, either in your own 4x4 or by joining the daily 4x4 or Quadbike tours that will take you right into the Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho. From the rocky foothills of the Sani Valley the rugged Sani Pass climbs a further 1000m high into the Drakensberg. It crosses the border into Lesotho at 2873m above sea level. Close by lies the highest peak south of Kilamanjaro – Thabana Ntlenyana. Tours will explain the history of the Pass, reveal the unique mountain flora and rare birds of this area such as the Orangebreasted Rockjumper, take you past refreshing waterfalls (frozen in winter) and visit a traditional Basotho village, sampling the life of villagers who survive on these windswept mountain slopes and have a drink at the highest pub in Africa. The adventure is unforgettable and the views over the top of the escarpment down into KwaZulu-Natal, magnificent.


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Phone: 033070201320
Website: http://www.sanipasshotel.co.za

Situated in the foothills of the Southern Drakensberg 240 km from Durban and 620 km from Johannesburg, this well-appointed hotel sprawls under the infamous Rhino Peak.

In addition to its three restaurants and three bars, the hotel offers many sporting facilities including a picturesque 18-hole golf-course, boating, trout-fishing, a 27-hole grass putt-putt course, bowls, tennis, riding, swimming, squash, a 9-hole pitch-and-putt course, two sand volleyball courts, a mini zoo for the children and a variety of scenic walks and hikes on the 860-acre estate.


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Phone: 0313374222
Website: www.goodersonleisure.com

Mirrored on the tranquil water of Lake Madingofani, this mountain resort nestles in the scenic foothills of the southern Drakensberg. Dramatic seasons alter the scenery from a green paradise to a snowy winter wonderland.

Built from natural materials, including local sandstone, the two/three-bedroomed cottages with their twin thatched roofs blend in with the surroundings. Each cottage includes a lounge with a fireplace, a spacious dining-room, a fully equipped kitchen and a braai area on the patio. Certain units also have a spa.

Facilities include trout-fishing, boating and canoeing, riding, hiking, two all-weather tennis-courts (one floodlit), mini-golf, a natural rock-hewn swimming-pool, an outdoor chess set, a volley-ball court and a children’s playground. The recreational centre has pool-tables, table-tennis and darts.


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Phone: 0337011405
Website: www.legacyhotels.co.za

Situated in picturesque Himeville in the foothills of the southern Drakensberg, the Himeville Arms offers comfortable, en-suite cottage-style rooms in a delightful garden setting. The Torridon Restaurant serves à la carte cuisine, specialising in succulent steaks and fresh local trout.

The Torridon Cellar has a fine selection of wines, and its medieval décor makes it a popular venue for small conferences and private functions. The Arms Country Pub and Knights Grill serves hearty lunches and suppers, accompanied by a roaring fire.

Guests can relax around the hotel swimming-pool or enjoy the nearby facilities for horse-riding, golf, tennis, hiking, bowls and squash. The Sani Package involves a 4x4 trip up the Sani Pass, spending one night at the Sani Top Chalet - the highest pub in Africa - and one night at the Himeville Arms.


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Website: http://www.drakensberg-tourism.com/himeville-arms-hotel.html