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The Cavern

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and spa services

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Traditional buildings blend seamlessly into the lush forest surroundings.
Relax in comfort with a large bed and sitting area, featuring a chair and small table, and enjoy the view from the large windows.
Relax in a unique cave-like space with a stone bench, wooden table, and comfortable seating.
Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush greenery and a thatched-roof structure.
Relax in a serene outdoor seating area under a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$346
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug

Explore the area

Map
Off R74 Northern Drakensberg, Jagersrust, KwaZulu-Natal
  • Royal Natal National Park
  • Tugela Falls
  • Amphitheatre Golf Course
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Heating
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Heating
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Jagersrust

A family-friendly stay in Jagersrust awaits you at The Cavern. You'll be 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Maloti-Drakensberg Park and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Royal Natal National Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with body scrubs, facials and mani/pedis. Enjoy the outdoor tennis court and kids' swimming pool as well as access to horse riding/hire and mountain biking. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 9 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Jagersrust hotel include All Out Adventures and Amphitheatre Golf Course.

What's nearby

  • All Out Adventures - 18 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Amphitheatre Golf Course - 25 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Kilburn Dam - 44 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Eskom Drakensberg Visitors Centre - 47 min drive - 33.0 km
  • Driekloofdam Pier - 50 min drive - 35.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Heath Resort - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Tower of Pizza restuarant & B & B - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Tavern - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Shop - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Bar - ‬21 min drive

About this property

The Cavern

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and spa services
The Cavern offers its guests a kids' pool, 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 garden are also featured at the family-friendly The Cavern. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Jagersrust hotel.

  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Cavern offers 55 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated accommodation has separate sitting areas. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials.

Languages

English, Zulu

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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 Cavern

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for ZAR 808.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 808.0 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Cavern Hotel Jagersrust
Cavern Jagersrust
The Cavern Hotel
The Cavern Jagersrust
The Cavern Hotel Jagersrust

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Cavern?

Yep, The Cavern has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cavern?

As of 26 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cavern on 3 Aug 2025 start from AU$346.30, 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 Cavern?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments, as well as hot stone massages.

Does The Cavern have a pool?

The Cavern has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool.

What makes The Cavern a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Cavern.

Is The Cavern family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, babysitting services and a playground, it's no surprise that The Cavern is a hit with families.

Does The Cavern serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary full brekkie is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Cavern?

No, The Cavern does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Cavern?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Cavern's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Cavern?

Check-in begins at 1:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Cavern?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

The Cavern Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location and lovely staff

Had a lovely stay at the cavern. The meals are all included and very good and it was so nice not to have to worry about driving back in the evening. The wine cellar was also excellent! Amazing location and awesome staff (special thanks to sandile for all your help in planning amazing walks). Also fun range of activities, we did a lovely night hike the first night there under very clear skies and saw the milky way in all it's glory. Packed lunches were lovely and meant we could go all day hiking and they have games you can borrow to play in the evening. All in it was a brilliant trip, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charlie, Epsom

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was last at the Cavern as a schoolboy in 1967, and while the facilities have been massively upgraded since then, it still retains the warm and cosy atrmosphere it had then. The food is superb, as are the various amenities on offer. A lot of thought has gone into the place - loos by the pool, tennis courts and bowling green come to mind. All tastes are catered for, whether you want to walk, ride, try the sports on offer or simply chill out in the various lounges. A gret place to spend a few days!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

James, Norfolk,united kingdom.

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely countryside,great walks and horse riding. Rooms large and comfortable. Staff helpfull,food good.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Birthday Celebration

Visiting from Scotland to help a friend celebrate her 70th Birthday with her family. Wonderful weekend in a beautiful area. Very impressed with facilities, quality of food and attentiveness of staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Cavern one of the most relaxing places we have visited.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The food was outstanding, the atmosphere was friendly and relaxing and the staff were professional.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christine , Berlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Place for holiday

We had our last stay of our 5 weeks journey through SA at this wonderful place that fits to the nature. It was the best! All we needed was provided particularly extraordinary good food, spa, massage and a guide for hiking. There is a lot to do and it is close to Royal Natal NP. Next time we stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was amazing. Quiet with stunning views and wonderful meals

8/10 Good

Bob, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Oasis in the Drakensberg,

Spacious, comfortable, and though traditional it has everything on site that you could need to spend sometime.

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Voici un endroit splendide pour se détendre, que ce soit en famille pour partager des instants précieux avec les enfants ou en amoureux, au cœur d'un panorama magnifique. Le personnel est aux petits soins, et les repas sont raffinés et délicieux. Nous avons été ravis par toutes les balades et chemins que nous avons parcourus. Ce fut des moments savoureux, nous reviendrons sans aucun doute.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Finn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Michael, Rotterdam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Intrinsacally motivated staff in family resort

Staff was great and when out of their way & beyond. Interior of standard room and common room a tad dated and reminiscent of old times. Surrounded by nature and loads of trails and activities to be done, all excellently managed by their staff