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Qambathi Mountain Lodge

4.0 star property
Upscale lodge with free breakfast and outdoor pool

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Honeymoon Room (Garden)
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Honeymoon Room (Garden)
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

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Qambathi Mountain Reserve, Elandskop, KwaZulu-Natal, 3300
  • Popular LocationuKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park12 min drive
  • Popular LocationKamberg Rock Art Center17 min drive
  • Popular LocationHighmoor Nature Reserve20 min drive

Room options

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Romantic Suite (Garden)

Romantic Suite (Garden)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room (Lodge)

Luxury Room (Lodge)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Fan
Select Comfort bed
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Fan
Select Comfort bed
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Honeymoon Room (Garden)

Honeymoon Room (Garden)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
Fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite (Garden)

Deluxe Suite (Garden)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Fan
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Elandskop

At Qambathi Mountain Lodge, you'll be 0.7 km (0.4 mi) from Maloti-Drakensberg Park and 5.4 km (3.4 mi) from uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park. Highlights at this Art Deco lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .The restaurant, Dinning room, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The lodge's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Elandskop lodge include Drakensberg Mountains and Kamberg Nature Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park - 12 min drive
  • Kamberg Nature Reserve - 14 min drive
  • Kamberg Rock Art Center - 17 min drive
  • Highmoor Nature Reserve - 20 min drive
  • Gowrie Farm Golf Course - 48 min drive

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 180 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cleopatra Mountain Farmhouse - 17 min drive
  • The Knackered Swan Pub & B & B - 10 min drive

About this property

Qambathi Mountain Lodge

Upscale lodge with free breakfast and outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Qambathi Mountain Lodge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Elandskop lodge.

  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2007
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Qambathi Mountain Lodge offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, dressing gowns, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Polish, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee; reservation required
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Dinning room

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Farming classes
  • Game viewing
  • Games
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 5 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2007
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Floor
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste on request
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 23 December and 28 December.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 16 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: ZAR 20 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 5000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Hosted evening meal: ZAR 0

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system 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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 16 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at Qambathi Mountain Lodge.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Qambathi Mountain Lodge?

Yep, Qambathi Mountain Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Qambathi Mountain Lodge?

As of 21 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Qambathi Mountain Lodge on 24 May 2024 start from AU$374.82, 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.

Does Qambathi Mountain Lodge have a pool?

Qambathi Mountain Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Qambathi Mountain Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and romance packages, as well as deep-soaking baths and comfy beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Qambathi Mountain Lodge.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Qambathi Mountain Lodge?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Qambathi Mountain Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, free full brekkie is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Qambathi Mountain Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Qambathi Mountain Lodge?

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 Qambathi Mountain Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Qambathi Mountain Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Qambathi Mountain Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and relaxing. My evening meal steak was unfortunately full of grissel which was disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Qambathi Quality
Wonderful location with welcoming hosts not too mention the amazing food. Well worth the visit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Renier

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning Mountain Retreat
Qambathi was absolutely stunning. We were welcomed by friendly and helpful staff who made sure our stay was all we expected and more. Nadia and Stephen are lovely hosts who really went out of their way to accommodate us with our pets. The rooms were clean and comfortable with lovely garden views. Forest walks and mountain views near by and the food was delicious too. We would definitely return to Qambathi again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Can't wait to return to this idyllic lodge
Beautiful location, views and walks. Nadia and Stephen are excellent hosts creating a warm, peaceful and relaxed environment, assisted by a great team providing friendly service. Superb food is prepared using high quality, fresh local ingredients by a great chef. There is a carefully chosen wine list with reasonable prices.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Thierry

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Formidable
accueil fantastique, personnel très aimable, nourriture excellente
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019