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The Nest Drakensberg Hotel

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View
Children’s play area – outdoor
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Garden
Family Duplex, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec

Explore the area

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Off Route 600, Cathkin Park, Central Drakensberg, Cathkin Park, KwaZulu-Natal, 3340
  • Place, Champagne Castle
  • Place, Drakensberg Boys Choir School
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Falcon Ridge Bird of Prey Centre
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Basic Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Basic Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Duplex, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View

Family Duplex, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View

Family Duplex, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 150 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Double or Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

Family Double or Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

Family Double or Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Cathkin Park

A family-friendly stay in Cathkin Park awaits you at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel. You'll be 9.3 km (5.8 mi) from Drakensberg Boys Choir School and 9.4 km (5.9 mi) from Maloti-Drakensberg Park. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include hot stone massages, body scrubs and mani/pedis. Enjoy the outdoor tennis court and pool loungers as well as access to hiking/biking trails and a playground. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a games room and a terrace. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Cathkin Park hotel, you'll be 21.2 km (13.2 mi) from Winterton Museum and 30.9 km (19.2 mi) from Injisuthi.

What's nearby

  • Drakensberg Boys Choir School - 15 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Falcon Ridge Bird of Prey Centre - 18 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Winterton Museum - 28 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Bergville Mosque - 45 min drive - 49.2 km
  • Spioenkop Dam - 63 min drive - 51.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Dragon Peak Pub - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Drakensberg Chocolate Memories - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Purple Giraffe Art Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rusty’s Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Reception Coffee Shop - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Nest Drakensberg Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with full-service spa and free breakfast
The Nest Drakensberg Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly The Nest Drakensberg Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Cathkin Park hotel is smoke free.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Nest Drakensberg Hotel offers 56 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. This Cathkin Park hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include hot stone massages, body scrubs, body treatments and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 2000.0 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Nest Drakensberg Hotel Cathkin Park
Nest Drakensberg Cathkin Park
The Nest Drakensberg
The Nest Drakensberg Hotel Hotel
The Nest Drakensberg Hotel Cathkin Park
The Nest Drakensberg Hotel Hotel Cathkin Park

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel?

Yep, The Nest Drakensberg Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel?

As of 11 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel on 12 Dec 2025 start from AU$190.81, 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 there a spa on site at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs and body treatments, as well as hot stone massages.

Does The Nest Drakensberg Hotel have a pool?

The Nest Drakensberg Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is The Nest Drakensberg Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as supervised childcare, a playground and an arcade, it's no surprise that The Nest Drakensberg Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Nest Drakensberg Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary buffet breakfast is available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel?

No, The Nest Drakensberg Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.