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Cathedral Peak Hotel

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel with full-service spa and golf course

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Free daily self-service breakfast
Reception
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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  • BarBarBar
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Explore the area

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1 Cathedral Peak Drive, Giant's Castle Game Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal, 3340
  • Popular LocationDrakensberg Mountains1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCathedral Peak4 min drive
  • Popular LocationDidima San Rock Art Centre8 min drive

Room options

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In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Superior Room

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Room (Thatched)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Double Room Single Use, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Executive Double Room Single Use, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Superior Double Room Single Use, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Honeymoon)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Deep-soaking bath
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

About the area

Giant's Castle Game Reserve

A family-friendly stay in Giant's Castle Game Reserve awaits you at Cathedral Peak Hotel. Within steps you'll find Drakensberg Mountains and Maloti-Drakensberg Park. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a full-service spa and a golf course. .A day of pampering can include massages and facials. At the hotel's own poolside bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, gym, outdoor tennis court and sauna. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a conference centre and a kids' swimming pool. Free self-service breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Giant's Castle Game Reserve hotel, you'll be 2.2 km (1.3 mi) from Cathedral Peak and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Didima San Rock Art Centre.

What's nearby

  • Drakensberg Mountains - 1 min walk
  • Cathedral Peak - 4 min drive
  • Didima San Rock Art Centre - 8 min drive
  • Drakensberg Boys Choir School - 86 min drive
  • Falcon Ridge Bird of Prey Centre - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • Harry's Bar - 1 min walk
  • Alberts Bar - 1 min walk

About this property

Cathedral Peak Hotel

Upscale hotel with full-service spa and golf course
Cathedral Peak Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, a golf course, and an outdoor tennis court. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a fitness centre are also featured at the family-friendly Cathedral Peak Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Giant's Castle Game Reserve hotel is smoke free.

  • 104 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1939
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Cathedral Peak Hotel offers 104 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. This Giant's Castle Game Reserve hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages and facials.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (ZAR 30 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 9 holes of golf
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Massage

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • Built in 1939
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

Outdoor space

  • Patio

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

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 Cathedral Peak 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:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 40.00 per person, per stay.

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.

  • Self-parking fee: ZAR 30 per day

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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

Cathedral Peak Hotel
Cathedral Peak Hotel Winterton
Cathedral Peak Winterton
Cathedral Peak Hotel Giant's Castle Game Reserve
Cathedral Peak Giant's Castle Game Reserve
Cathedral Peak Hotel Hotel
Cathedral Peak Hotel Giant's Castle Game Reserve
Cathedral Peak Hotel Hotel Giant's Castle Game Reserve

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Cathedral Peak Hotel?

Cathedral Peak Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Cathedral Peak Hotel?

As of 17 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cathedral Peak Hotel on 18 May 2024 start from AU$325.31, 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 Cathedral Peak Hotel?

Yep, Cathedral Peak Hotel has a self car park for ZAR 30 per day.

Is there a spa on site at Cathedral Peak Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Cathedral Peak Hotel. You'll enjoy services like facials.

Does Cathedral Peak Hotel have a pool?

Cathedral Peak Hotel has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Cathedral Peak Hotel?

Cathedral Peak Hotel features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 2 bars.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Cathedral Peak Hotel?

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

Does Cathedral Peak Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary self-service breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cathedral Peak Hotel?

No, Cathedral Peak Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Cathedral Peak Hotel?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Cathedral Peak Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Cathedral Peak Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Cathedral Peak Hotel?

Yep, Cathedral Peak Hotel has a 9-hole golf course. You will also find mini golf.

Cathedral Peak Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 140 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

KL

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARILYN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A happy holiday
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mithasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hussein

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning location
After taking a long slow drive to get to the hotel, the views of the mountains made it all worth it! Everything about the hotel and service were excellent. Will definitely try to come back here in future and try the loads of activities I did not have time for this time around.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

sara r

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lizette

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful views and safe walks for all abilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very relaxing time spent surrounded by stunning scenery. Wide selection of food options and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023