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Review score

Based on 187 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 28 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Lovely place but lounge lights too bright and no lampshade in lounge

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pressure of the shower The electricity trips when the kettle is switched on

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2025

    8.0
    Clean, comfortable and quiet stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The ugly bush/felled trees in front of the porch/braai deck…a nice manicured lawn or garden would really make a difference

    Great view from unit 504…no other units in front of it and private

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2025

    9.0
    Amazing, clean, cosy and excellent value for Money! The staff are incredibly helpful and service oriented! The views fro
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location and facilities at the resort are amazing! There is so much to do for a family with young children! All of the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful! The cottage was very clean and cosy and had a well stocked kitchen. The view from the Willow cottage was this fantastic! Can’t wait to go back!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wifi was limited to 1 gig for the entire stay for 6 people,which was used up very quickly. Proper lighting or outside lights should be considered for the pathway leading down to the reception from the mountain view Cottages

    It was exactly as in the pictures Everything was perfect, we had a decent amount of utensils, towels etc. We absolutely loved the fireplace which kept us warm. Staff were very friendly.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2025

    9.0
    Most enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    The Road to get there.

    Meals very very good and staff friendly

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I understand check in was at 3 but we arrived at 2pm with a baby, and we were not allowed to go to our room yet. It would have been nice to get the keys a little earlier so we could settle our child. But overall - a good stay and we enjoyed our time there.

    We had a lovely stay, our cottage was beautiful and clean and had great views. The staff were all very friendly.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2025

    8.0
    Berg at its Best
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds are too soft

    Location

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property has an infestation of flies. When initially entered the property, there were lots of flies and we had to buy doom to kills these pests. But even with keeping all doors and windows closed all of the time, there were still files in the property. The beds were uncomfortable. The head board in the main bedroom is loose and keeps making noises when you are trying to sleep. The second sliding door does not open. There is also ants inside the property.

    The accommodation was neat and clean, easy access to the various facilities within the resort. The covered porche with dinning table and braai area was convenient. The heated pool located close to the property was nice .

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff where fantastic! Good facilities and great views!

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 January 2025

    8.0
    Hidden gem
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds could use some updating. Some were a bit squeaky and worn

    Great facilities and location, friendly staff

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 December 2024

    8.0
    We enjoyed our stay, the environment 😚😚
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was water issues on our checking out day, we struggled to bath

    It was clean, and we enjoyed the heated pool

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 December 2024

    8.0
    We hope to return... Not too sure
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds are too soft. Wall near reception collapsed on my mum resulting in injuries. Management was not responsive on the days that followed. I hope to receive a response from management

    Pools and hikes

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Power was on and off in our charlet

    Mountain view and horse 🐎 riding

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The heated pool could be made bigger and the road coming up to the cottage needs a bit of improvement.

    Stunning views, loved the layout of the cottage and that the cottage was so spacious. Loved that there was a heated pool was right at our door step.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2024

    8.0
    Great location, close to the mountain with multiple different accommodation options and good amenities
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

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    Good amenities, access to hiking trails on the property

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds were too soft or highly used in the main bedroom. The destroyed Chalet next to unit 505, was an eyesore and detracted us negatively daily. It's improper concealment was not ideal. It changed and affected our minds and holiday spirits daily. It was unfortunate for us. I hope Drakensberg Gardens resort, responds appropriately.

    Views, location and hot pool

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Generator problems

    Snow was fantastic

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2024

    9.0
    Excellent place to be with family and friends
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Breakfast was not included in my booking. I booked a self catering Charlet

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some of the facilities like volleyball and the air rifle range where not operational

    Hiking trails, cleanliness

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2024

    7.0
    I have always enjoyed Drakensberg Gardens
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The smell from the burnt unit next door a the staff using the path in front of the unit to get to their accommodation.

    The view an very spacious

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2024

    9.0
    Brilliant holiday get away for the family.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kids were a little disappointed that a family near us had been allowed so many board games and each time they went to get we were told we can’t hire after 5pm (even after phoning to confirm we are coming down) or there wasn’t any. Maybe a limit per a family should be introduced so everyone can have a chance.

    We stayed in unit 505 we loved the play area and pool right at our door step. Staff were so friendly. A lot of different activities to try. Adventure park zip line is a must for all!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wi fi connection limited Repairs not prompt

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2024

    8.0
    It was a pleasant and lovely experience with great facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We requested our Jacuzzi pool to be drained and refilled as it contained a lot of bugs, the maintenance crew only used a net to pick up the bugs and debris. Would appreciate if they took our request more serious. The roads had a lot of potholes despite being a private facility

    Enjoyed the friendly staff, the clean and tidy cottage, appreciate the effort made to clean consistently

    Stayed in June 2024

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