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Fordoun Hotel & Spa

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An indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and large windows, surrounded by potted plants and stone flooring.
A courtyard with a central pathway leading to a building with a tower-like structure.
A mosaic-tiled bathtub with two showerheads and a drain.
A covered brick pathway leading to a building entrance with a lantern above.
A dining area with a variety of food items, a large decorative plant, and a mirror with a leaf pattern.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$296
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug

Explore the area

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Nottingham Road, Midlands, Nottingham Road, KwaZulu-Natal, 3280
  • Place, Fordoun Spa
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bill Barnes Crane and Oribi Nature Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Gowrie Farm Golf Course
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pietermaritzburg (PZB)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed (Dam Facing)

A large, single-story building with a blue roof, surrounded by a grassy field and a body of water reflecting the structure.

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed (Dam Facing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

A bathroom with two sinks, a large mirror, and a bathtub.

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a sofa, and a chair.

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Luxury Room

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chandelier, and a window with curtains.

Luxury Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Chalet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed (Dam Facing)

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a chandelier, an air conditioning unit, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed (Dam Facing)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Nottingham Road

A luxury stay in Nottingham Road awaits you at Fordoun Hotel & Spa. Within steps you'll find Fordoun Spa and Bill Barnes Crane and Oribi Nature Reserve within a 20-minute stroll. Highlights at this boutique hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and body wraps along with access to the mud bath and sauna. The fine-dining restaurant, Skye restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and sauna as well as access to bike hire. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available for free. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 5-property class Nottingham Road hotel include Sherwood Centre and The Junction.

What's nearby

  • Fordoun Spa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bill Barnes Crane and Oribi Nature Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Gowrie Farm Golf Course - 12 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument - 34 min drive - 36.4 km
  • Pietermaritzburg City Hall - 52 min drive - 63.1 km

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blueberry Café - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ultra Stop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Bierfassl - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chocolate Heaven - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Braai Spot - ‬24 min drive

About this property

Fordoun Hotel & Spa

Fordoun Hotel & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A fitness centre, a sauna, and a library are also featured at the luxury Fordoun Hotel & Spa. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Nottingham Road hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Fordoun Hotel & Spa offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has 11 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. The spa is equipped with a mud bath, a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Similar properties

Front of property – evening/night
Nottingham Road Hotel
Nottingham Road
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
4.1 out of 5, Very good, 38 reviews
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Nottingham Road Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Skye restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 11 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Mud bath
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • 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.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property class

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Fordoun
Fordoun Hotel
Fordoun Hotel Nottingham Road
Fordoun Nottingham Road
Fordoun Hotel & Spa Hotel
Fordoun Hotel & Spa Nottingham Road
Fordoun Hotel & Spa Hotel Nottingham Road

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Fordoun Hotel & Spa?

Fordoun Hotel & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Fordoun Hotel & Spa?

As of 12 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fordoun Hotel & Spa on 13 Aug 2026 start from AU$296, 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 Fordoun Hotel & Spa?

Yep, Fordoun Hotel & Spa has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Fordoun Hotel & Spa?

The closest beach to Fordoun Hotel & Spa is Craigie Burn Dam (30.8 km).

Is there a spa on site at Fordoun Hotel & Spa?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Fordoun Hotel & Spa. It has a hot tub, a steam room, a sauna and a mud bath. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as hot stone massages.

Does Fordoun Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Fordoun Hotel & Spa has an indoor pool.

What makes Fordoun Hotel & Spa a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as deep-soaking baths and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Fordoun Hotel & Spa.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Fordoun Hotel & Spa?

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

Does Fordoun Hotel & Spa serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary buffet brekkie is on offer at Fordoun Hotel & Spa.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Fordoun Hotel & Spa?

No, but there's an airport shuttle on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Fordoun Hotel & Spa?

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 Fordoun Hotel & Spa?

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

Are pets allowed at Fordoun Hotel & Spa?

No, pets are not allowed.

Fordoun Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bennett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hidden gem. We were so spoiled
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

YanLian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room is comfortable and super clean. Staff are quite friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
pleasant environment enjoyed the time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

DR C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellent all round service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chanel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a treat to stay at the Fordoun Hotel and Spa. Beautiful surroundings, great service, excellent food.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Consistently great

Usual great service and cuisine.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Urvashi Ramdass

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location, service, Spa all were excellent and staff were great. We spent a relaxing 3 days at Fordoun.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

geoff

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

relaxing

Very comfortable and relaxing with attetive staff and good food
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spa food was average though, quite disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

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

A midland gem

A fabulous experience. Loved the spa and the food at the restaurant was on point.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CLIFFORD

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

well done team , awesome

An Exceptionally high standard of hospitality , well done to the Fordoun Team . Highly recommended . Thoroughly enjoyed the stay .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bruce and Jody

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

Weekend break

Our stay was lovely, the superior suite was nice and spacious and clean. The staff were very friendly and food was awesome! The grounds are beautifully kept. We had spa treatments which we enjoyed. Overall a lovely, relaxing weekend away
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

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

A Haven in the midlands

Fordoun was just the most wonderful stay for me travelling solo. The spa is superb and my room was just divine! Felt like home and so comfortable and classy! A haven in the midlands . The staff went beyond and Jules the manager was exceptionally kind and helpful. i would definitely stay there every time I return to South Africa.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grant

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

All one needs for a break

A wonderful mid winter break. Cosy and felt pampered. Wonderul room and little nicieties added to the stay. Staff were professional and friendly. Well recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

mahomed

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

MSA

STAY WAS LOVELY. WAS DISSAPPOINTED WITH THE WATER PRESSURE IN THE ROOM SHOWER. FLOTATION POOL WAS OUT OF ORDER AND THE POOL WATER WAS NOT HEATED.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sona

Liked: Cleanliness
On the surface this property is set on lovely grounds but take a look closer and the service could be far better for the price we paid. we got to the spa for 10:30am one morning and the umbrellas were not up, sun beds didn’t have their mattress laid until after 11am. There isn’t poolside service for drinks. I had booked two rooms as I had my parents stay as well, we were visiting for an onsite welding. The second room didn’t have shower-gel topped up on entering and the safe was not unlocked from a previous stay. The turn down service was lovely but they kept turning up the heating to 24degrees along with the under floor heating, which was not necessary as we live in the uk it was not heating weather for us. Service st breakfast was brilliant from the staff and food was lovely, no complaints here. Generally staff around the resort are friendly and helpful but service/attention to detail needs improvement as mentioned. Would I stay here again, not for the price we paid I’m afraid, I would expect far more of a luxury feel and service to be upgraded, being used to those levels in the uk, for price paid.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Magnus

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

Fantastiskt bra!

Fantastiskt trevligt hotell med ödmjuk lyx och harmonisk stämning. Underbart läge och en stor egendom med trevliga promenadvägar. Ett av de bästa hotell jag och min fru bott på.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Soraya

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

Wonderful place to unwind

Loved every minute of it..Will definitely be back soon.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

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

Fordoun stay

Fantastic hotel and staff. We always love coming to Fordoun. The food was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Duran

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

Forduin Hotel is Charming

Fordoun always has the charm and service is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louisa

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

Amazing stay

Amazing stay - booked wrong dates and the hotel still accommodated me without extra charge
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hermann

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

awesome place to stay

The accommodation was excellent, and the food was sublime. The staff are awesome, the place is well worth a visit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Vuyani

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

Relaxing stay

We stayed at the superior suite which overlooks the mountains great views but dry surroundings. The room is big with beautiful big bathroom and outside shower, but is slightly dated. Staff is super friendly and always willing to assist but Service could be improved further as we received no turn down service on the third day. Breakfast was ok and dinner also ok (lamb shank was amazing ) and could do with improvement. Tennis courts and walking trails are great. The Spa and las ladies who did mine and my wife’s massages were amazing as we had wanted deep tissue massages and they delivered brilliantly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A warm and welcoming country hotel , log fires burning and a cosy restaurant with outstanding food - try the lamb curry. Wine list also very good. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019