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Rorkes Drift Lodge

3.0 star property
Comfortable lodge in Msinga with free parking

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Terrace/patio
Luxury Chalet | BBQ/picnic area
Luxury Chalet | Bathroom shower
Superior Chalet | Private kitchenette
Bathroom shower
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

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Rorke's Drift (via R68), District Msinga, Msinga, KwaZulu-Natal, 3016
  • Popular LocationRorke's Drift Battlefield5 min drive
  • Popular LocationIsandlwana Battlefield46 min drive
  • Popular LocationBig 5 Nambiti Private Game Reserve87 min drive

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Chalet

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Executive Double Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Terrace/patio

Twin Chalet

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Superior Chalet | Garden view

Superior Chalet

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Luxury Chalet

Luxury Chalet

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Rorke's Drift

At Rorkes Drift Lodge, you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Rorke's Drift Battlefield and 29.6 km (18.4 mi) from Isandlwana Battlefield. Highlights at this lodge include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and furnished patios. .Enjoy access to ecotours, horse riding/hire and hiking/biking trails. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, concierge services and a terrace. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 9 AM. .Sights in the vicinity of this 3-property class Msinga lodge include Cassino Roman Catholic Church and Ncome Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Rorke's Drift Battlefield - 5 min drive
  • Isandlwana Battlefield - 46 min drive
  • Ncome Museum - 86 min drive
  • Big 5 Nambiti Private Game Reserve - 87 min drive
  • Blood River Heritage Site - 90 min drive

About this property

Rorkes Drift Lodge

Comfortable lodge in Msinga with free parking
As a guest of Rorkes Drift Lodge, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. Rorkes Drift Lodge also features a garden, a picnic area, and concierge services. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Msinga lodge is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1925
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Rorkes Drift Lodge offers 3 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to furnished patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3-star lodge has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas.

Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include a safe and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7 AM to 9 AM for a fee: ZAR 50 to 300 for adults and ZAR 50 to 300 for children

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

More

  • Built in 1925
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

Outdoor space

  • Furnished patio
  • Yard

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Late check-in fee: ZAR 500.00 for check-in between 7 PM and 7 PM
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 - 7:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately ZAR 50.00 to 300.00 for adults and from ZAR 50.00 to 300.00 for children
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 500.00 for check-in between 7 PM and 7 PM

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, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Rorkes Drift Lodge Msinga
Rorkes Drift Msinga
Rorkes Drift Lodge Lodge
Rorkes Drift Lodge Msinga
Rorkes Drift Lodge Lodge Msinga

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Rorkes Drift Lodge?

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

Is parking available at Rorkes Drift Lodge?

Yep, Rorkes Drift Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Rorkes Drift Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily between 7 AM and 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rorkes Drift Lodge?

No, Rorkes Drift Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rorkes Drift Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Rorkes Drift Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Rorkes Drift Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catharina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Must see! Don’t miss it :)
A must see! I highly recommend that you come and stay here. The views from our room across the valley were jaw-droppingly beautiful. Our chalet was very spacious and decorated to a high standard. Kitchen had everything you need for self catering. The property was clean and tidy throughout. The team was super friendly and helpful and made us feel very much at home. The tour of the battle sites was informative and really transported us back in time for a slice of Anglo-Zulu history.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we loved the uninterrupted views from the patio of our unit which was Kubili.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peace perfect peace
The most peaceful place we stayed in SA with amazing views and some delicious food delivered to our kitchen area. Access road challenging but just about do-able - we took 25 minutes to cover 5km in a Toyota Corolla - glad it was a hire car an not my own! Paul amazingly knowledgable about the local history (the reason for the visit) and his tour was brilliant. Room beautiful with spiral staircase down to gorgeous bathroom.

2/10 Terrible

Peter, Ascot, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you want to see the battlefield, avoid here
The highly misleading Expedia website puts Rorke's Drift Hotel Pty Ltd at the top of the page, when you type in Rorke's Drift Hotel, with which Expedia does not have a relationship. I was mislead into booking into Rorke's Drift Lodge, which is down a long, almost impassable, dirt road, consisting of four rooms, disinterested management and is self catering. My friends and family went ballistic when they saw the 'lodge', having just visited the 'hotel', which had plenty of vacancies and was a really great place, easily accessible and close to the battlefields. We stayed at the hotel for a very pleasant stay. Expedia should make it clear it has no relationship with the Rorke's Drift Hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

AILSA, INVERNESS, SCOTLAND

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Home from home in the bush
Our hosts and staff were very accommodating and helpful and the facilities were excellent, the food was fab and Paul was our guide for the Battlefield Tour - very knowledgable and had a fantastic day = even though the weather tried to spoil it! Would recommend staying at Rorke's Drift Lodge to anyone who wants peace and quiet but also comfort and a home from home feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night in the veld
Peaceful night in a lovely room with a separate living area and outdoor area. Beautiful views!

8/10 Good

fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Off the beaten track
The lodge is over 20km on a dirt road with the last 5km being a bit rougher but we managed in our small rental car. If you are planning to self cater, as we did, stop in town to get your supplies beforehand. Meals are available but need to be pre ordered, and as locals we found them to be pricey. However, considering where supplies come I can understand why. There is a braai and we used it both nights we were there. Our suite was huge, with a kitchen, lounge, big bedroom and separate shower and toilet. It was clean and bedding was spotless. In fact the bed was so comfortable that we checked the mattress for brand! There are 2 friendly dogs and one accompanied us on a walk above the lodge. We did a full day Battlefield trip with Paul who is very passionate and well informed about the wars. It was interesting but a long day with a lot of information and would probably appeal more to a history buff. I later mentioned this to someone who'd been to the area and they'd done two 1/2 day trips, which would be more relaxing but we didn't have the time to do it that way.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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