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Child Policy:
Children of all ages are welcome.
Kids under 18 stay and eat breakfast free.
CHILDREN SERVICES
• Babysitting on request
• Special children’s programmes during weekends and school holidays
• Games room with table tennis, arcade games and pool table
• Kiddies movie room
• Jungle Gym
Total number of units available: 78
Accommodation at Drakensberg Sun Resort is comfortable, restful, and relaxing. Our central Drakensberg accommodation is suited to your every need. Rooms are fully equipped with all the amenities required to make you feel right at home.
The hotel’s 78 well-appointed en-suite rooms provide guests with a host of amenities such as 500mb free WiFi per room per day, air conditioning, a fridge, in-room tea and coffee facilities, DStv, and more.
Our rooms offer spectacular views of the stunning gardens and magnificent Cathkin Peak and surrounding mountains. The accommodation is tastefully furnished, with stylish rustic décor that reflects the natural setting, creating an atmosphere of calm relaxation and rejuvenation.
Rooms are available in Standard, Superior, and Executive format, in addition to a Presidential Suite.
Smoking rooms are also available upon request.
Rates include Dinner, Bed & Breakfast. Kids under 18 stay and eat breakfast free.
Drakensberg Sun Resort offers a choice of the top Drakensberg attractions – from right on its doorstep to further afield.
The resort itself is situated in Cathkin Park part of the Drakensberg mountains – an area that inspires exploration, and is famed for its heritage, art, culture and food, all showcased in an idyllic country setting.
From trout fishing in crystal clear rivers to horse riding through Cathkin Park, there is something for everyone at our resort. Nearby attractions include the Drakensberg Canopy Tour, where visitors can explore forests by zip line, as well as several routes which showcase the Boer War battlefields, in addition to several of the ‘Bergs top attractions.
FROM JOHANNESBURG
Follow the N3 from Johannesburg towards Durban, this will take you past Harrismith, through the Van Reenen’s Pass and to the Tugela Toll Plaza. Continue through the Plaza and take the third turnoff (52km from the Toll Plaza). The sign will be posted Bergville / Colenso / Greytown R74 (Sign Board 194). Take the off-ramp and go right over the highway, this road will continue to Winterton (22km). When you get into Winterton you will pass through the town and shops and get to a turn-off towards your left, with the signboard indicating R600 – Central Drakensberg. Take this turn to your left and continue straight. You will continue over an intersection, past Champagne Sports until you see the signboard towards your right for “Drakensberg Sun”. The Drakensberg Sun is 29km from Winterton.
FROM DURBAN
Follow the N3 from Durban towards JHB, continue past the Mooi River Toll Plaza and past the Mooi River North Turnoff. Approximately 36km after the Mooi River Toll plaza you will get to the Escourt (North) / Giants Castle Turnoff (Sign Board 179). Take this towards your left, and continue straight through Loskop for about 31km, where you will reach a signboard saying (R600) Drakensberg World Heritage Site (Central) – An your left there will be a thatched building called “Thokozisa” (if you go onto gravel road – you have missed the turn). Turn left and continue straight for approximately 12km, past the Champagne Sports until you see the signboard for Drakensberg Sun, turn right.
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Child Policy:
Children of all ages are welcome.
Kids under 18 stay and eat breakfast free.
CHILDREN SERVICES
• Babysitting on request
• Special children’s programmes during weekends and school holidays
• Games room with table tennis, arcade games and pool table
• Kiddies movie room
• Jungle Gym
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Deposits are usually required to confirm a booking. Please enquire with Drakensberg Sun Resort for details.
Cancellation Policy:
Please request the cancellation policy when you make your booking.
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HIKING TRAILS
Our 4 on-site hiking trails include the Blue Grotto, Fern Forest, Ellis Hike and the Lake Walk. Hiking in the Drakensberg is as challenging as you would like it to be, with trails for all fitness levels.
HORSE RIDING IN THE DRAKENSBERG
For a unique experience and view of the Drakensberg, a horse ride is a must. Feel the wind through your hair with either a beginners or advanced horse ride through the mountains.
TROUT FISHING
Try your hand at trout fishing in the beautiful Central Drakensberg. Nothing compares to the relaxation afforded by a day’s relaxing trout fishing. Equipment available for rental.
Canoeing
Relax and reinvigorate with a refreshing canoe ride on our Lake.
Playground
Drakensberg Sun Resort is definitely family-friendly. Our resort features an open play area with a variety of exciting play items for children.
Hotel Activities
- Bowling Greens
- Croquet
- Daily entertainment programme
- Horse Riding
- Kids entertainment programme on weekends and school holidays
- Kiddies entertainment centre
- Kiddies dining area with TV
- Mountain Bike Rental
- Outdoor Pool
- Paintball
- Pitch & Putt
- Rowing Boats & Canoes
- Squash & Tennis Courts
- Volleyball Court
Nearby Facilities
- Coffee Shop
- Four Rivers Adventures
- Restaurants
- Craft Centre