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First Group Bushman's Nek

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel with 3 outdoor pools and full-service spa

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Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | View from room
Waterslide
BBQ/picnic area
In-room safe, desk, bed sheets
3 Bedroom Chalet | In-room dining
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

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Bushman's Nek Road, Underberg District, Drakensberg Gardens, KwaZulu-Natal, 3257
  • Popular LocationCobham State Forest40 min drive
  • Popular LocationUnderberg Country Club64 min drive
  • Popular LocationGarden Castle Caves Nature Reserve66 min drive

Room options

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Double Room, 1 King Bed | View from room

Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 35 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 48 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, bed sheets

1 Bedroom Log Cabin

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 31 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 48 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 74 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, bed sheets

Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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3 Bedroom Chalet

3 Bedroom Chalet

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 98 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds

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About the area

Drakensberg Gardens

A family-friendly stay in Drakensberg Gardens awaits you at First Group Bushman's Nek. Within steps you'll find Drakensberg Mountains and Maloti-Drakensberg Park within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this hotel include 3 outdoor swimming pools, a full-service spa and a restaurant. .A day of pampering at La Vita Spa can include hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Bush Pot, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the outdoor tennis court, Hot tub, sauna and kids' swimming pool. A meeting room, conference space, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Drakensberg Gardens hotel include uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park and Mkhomazi Wilderness area.

What's nearby

  • Cobham State Forest - 40 min drive
  • Underberg Country Club - 64 min drive
  • Underberg Studio - 65 min drive
  • Garden Castle Caves Nature Reserve - 66 min drive
  • Reichenau Mission - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pig & Pony - 17 min walk

About this property

First Group Bushman's Nek

Comfortable hotel with 3 outdoor pools and full-service spa
First Group Bushman's Nek offers its guests a full-service spa, 3 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, and a waterslide. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and a meeting room are available. A children's pool, a hot tub, and a sauna are also featured at the family-friendly First Group Bushman's Nek. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Drakensberg Gardens hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1956
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Food/drink service (free)
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
First Group Bushman's Nek offers 55 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Televisions come with satellite channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hairdryers.

La Vita Spa has massage/treatment rooms, couples treatment room(s) and outdoor treatment areas. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bush Pot

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Spa tub
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat

More

  • Built in 1956
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at First Group Bushman's Nek

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Bushmans Nek
Bushmans Nek Drakensberg Gardens
Bushmans Nek Hotel
Bushmans Nek Hotel Drakensberg Gardens
Bushman's Nek Lodge Drakensberg Gardens
Bushman's Nek Lodge
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Bushman's Nek Hotel Drakensberg Gardens
Bushman's Nek Hotel
First Group Bushman's Nek Hotel
First Group Bushman's Nek Drakensberg Gardens
First Group Bushman's Nek
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First Group Bushman's Nek Hotel Drakensberg Gardens

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at First Group Bushman's Nek?

First Group Bushman's Nek offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at First Group Bushman's Nek?

As of 14 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at First Group Bushman's Nek on 15 May 2024 start from AU$73.85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at First Group Bushman's Nek?

Yep, First Group Bushman's Nek has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at First Group Bushman's Nek?

Yep, La Vita Spa is available for guests. It has a hot tub and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and body treatments, as well as Swedish massages.

Does First Group Bushman's Nek have a pool?

First Group Bushman's Nek has 3 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Does First Group Bushman's Nek have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

Is there a free airport shuttle available at First Group Bushman's Nek?

No, First Group Bushman's Nek does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at First Group Bushman's Nek?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at First Group Bushman's Nek?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at First Group Bushman's Nek?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

First Group Bushman's Nek Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 49 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Rowan

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disappointed
Property is extremely dated. Bathroom is uncomfortably small. Funny smell in the room. Shower did not work properly. More interested in trying to sell you there holiday club than give service while you there.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vernnie

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

EJ

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shaylin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

SHERALYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Must visit mountain resort
Had the best long weekend but can easily stay for a week as there is so much to do. Entertainment and activities fill your day. Cleanliness was excellent and staff sanitise all sports equipment. Rooms well cleaned and sanitised. Staff wear masks. Staff are so friendly and helpful, they do the hospitalty industry proud. Just be aware of a gravel road you need to travel on but it is worth it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

SHERALYN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Busy but relaxing day
So much to do at this beautiful resort - walks, hikes, on-site facilities. Entertainment provided throughout the day. Staff are friendly and helpful - they are stars in the hospitality service.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

CJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Venue, is great, the restaurant and food was very disappointing though.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020