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Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge

3.0 star property
Lodge in Maluti a Phofung with free breakfast and restaurant

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Cabin (Hikers) | View from room
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Hiking
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Mountain View (Sentinel)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
The current price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov

Explore the area

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Maluti, Drakensberg, Maluti a Phofung, Free State
  • Place, Tugela Falls
  • Place, Drakensburg Amphitheatre
  • Place, Royal Natal National Park
    ‪1 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Mountain View (Sentinel)

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Mountain View (Sentinel)

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Mountain View (Sentinel)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Desk, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Pillow menu
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
Located on the ground floor
  • 23 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Pillow menu
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Pillow menu
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Phuthaditjhaba

Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge places you steps from Maloti-Drakensberg Park and within a short 5-minute stroll of Royal Natal National Park. Highlights at this lodge include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Other amenities include a television in a common area and a banquet hall. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Maluti a Phofung lodge, you'll be 8.3 km (5.2 mi) from Tugela Falls and 24 km (14.9 mi) from Mandela Park Shopping Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Royal Natal National Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Basotho Cultural Village - 57 min drive - 44.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Wietsieshoek Mountain Lodge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪'T Verdriet 2.0 - ‬107 min drive
  • ‪cave bar - ‬111 min drive

About this property

Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge

Lodge in Maluti a Phofung with free breakfast and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily.

Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Maluti a Phofung lodge.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge offers 44 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. A pillow menu is available. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Fair Trade Tourism – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a regional park
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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
Cashless transactions are available
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 Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge?

Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge on 13 Nov 2025 start from AU$212.43, 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 Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge?

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

Does Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary buffet brekkie is offered daily from 7 AM to 9 AM.

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

No, Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Witsieshoek 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 Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 86 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was my second stay here and the staff made the stay perfect. They were, pleasant, friendly, knowledgeable and so accommodating. The room floors could do with a scrub as well as washing and tidying up the curtains. Other than that everything else was perfect. Washroom facilities were spot on but shower floor corners need a clean. What we took away...the beautiful staff. They are your best assets there. Then comes the views. Thank you Emma and Team
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here. We stayed in Sentinel Rm. 4, which was large and comfortable. The views from the lodge are fantastic. We ate breakfast and supper each night at the lodge restaurant and were happy with our meals. Like most visitors here, we were here to hike to the top of Tugela Falls via the chain ladders. The hotel handled the logistics for us--the transport to the trailhead and packed lunch. The next day, we had a massage at the spa located on the property, which was also amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here to do the Tugela falls hike . Such a great location with stunning views of the mountains . Great bed and linen slept so well. Staff were also so lovely and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Hanspeter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
A good starting point for walks. The Sentinel room was nice with a good outlook to the mountains. The food in the restaurant was not really special. We wifi in the Sentinel room was very poor.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Alison

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

Overall good experience

The hotel is in a great place for walking and has a beautiful aspect. The rooms are fairly standard with a good bathroom but fridge or tv. The hotel provides a good breakfast and food throughout the day and it is very good value. There are options to hire guides for mountain walking if you’re new to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Elsie

Nice stay. Amazing views

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vishal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bed had bugs. The sheets were not clean. The bathroom floor had tufts of hair everywhere. The restaurant hardly had food. Each time we chose a meal we were told that it wasn't available.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Abdallah

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
location is great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic views, and the best place to start the hike to Tugela Falls. Very quiet. The only sounds at night were the sounds of the horses eating grass. Excellent breakfast. The road to the property is paved, but the road from there to Sentinel Carpark is definitely a rock crawl and best left to a transfer by the lodge. Note that there’s a fee to get to the property (save your receipt for the way out as they ask for it). There is also the transfer fee and hiking fee. Also, the queen size bed is German style (2 mattresses shoved together, each with separate bedding).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique place to stay if you are hiking in the area. Our stay was very brief, arriving on one night and checking out and hiking the next day. The staff was great, assisting with transportation and packing a lunch since we would be missing breakfast. The room was very comfortable sized. Would recommend a side with a view of the mountains if you are staying a bit!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

claudio

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Prudy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaajal

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

Absolutely fabulous place

Agnes at check-in was kind and friendly. Another staff member came through and gave us some advice on our hike. The 4 x 4 trip return was with kind , informative drivers, Mr. Goodwin, I don't recall the gentleman that drove us back. He taught us things about the Drakensburg and Maluti Mountains that we didn't know. Eddie at the Sentinel parking was a gem. I absolutely loved our stay. Clean rooms, bedding and toilet/shower facilities. Thank you and all the best to you all always
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming mountain lodge. The rooms are a little spare, but fine for the purpose of our stay. Clean. The restaurant and bar were excellent. Staff friendly and eager to please. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trusov

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronell

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Olivier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020