The Nest Drakensberg Hotel

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Children's play area - outdoor
Garden
Family Duplex, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Off Route 600, Cathkin Park, Central Drakensberg, Cathkin Park, KwaZulu-Natal, 3340
  • Place, Champagne Castle
  • Place, Drakensberg Boys Choir School
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Falcon Ridge Bird of Prey Centre
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Family Duplex, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View

  • 1615 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Double or Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Cathkin Park

The Nest Drakensberg Hotel is located 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Drakensberg Boys Choir School and 5.9 mi (9.4 km) from Maloti-Drakensberg Park. This 56-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Drakensberg Boys Choir School - 15 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Falcon Ridge Bird of Prey Centre - 18 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Winterton Museum - 28 min drive - 15.5 miles
  • Bergville Mosque - 45 min drive - 30.6 miles
  • Spioenkop Dam - 63 min drive - 32.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Dragon Peak Pub - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Drakensberg Chocolate Memories - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Thokozisa - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lihong's Chinese Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rusty’s Grill - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Nest Drakensberg Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast
Guests staying at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hotel include an outdoor tennis court, an arcade/game room, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Coffee makers, ceiling fans, and ironing boards are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor tennis court and an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include hot stone massages, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
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 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 2000.0 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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 and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 1 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Nest Drakensberg Hotel Cathkin Park
Nest Drakensberg Cathkin Park
The Nest Drakensberg
The Nest Drakensberg Hotel Hotel
The Nest Drakensberg Hotel Cathkin Park
The Nest Drakensberg Hotel Hotel Cathkin Park

Frequently asked questions

Will I be able to park at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

How much does it cost to stay at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel?

As of Oct 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel on Nov 10, 2025 start from $114.45, excluding 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 at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include hot stone massages, couples treatments, body scrubs, and mani/pedis.

Does The Nest Drakensberg Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, The Nest Drakensberg Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a full-service spa.

Are there hot tubs at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Nest Drakensberg Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Nest Drakensberg Hotel serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does The Nest Drakensberg Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel.

Does The Nest Drakensberg Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Nest Drakensberg Hotel.