The Old Hatchery

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Drakensberg Gardens with spa services and a restaurant

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Restaurant
Fishing Cabin  | Garden view
Restaurant
Family Room | Private kitchen
Double Room | 1 bedroom, soundproofing

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Drakensberg Gardens Road, Drakensberg Gardens, KwaZulu-Natal, 3257
  • Sani Pass
  • Cobham State Forest
  • Garden Castle Caves Nature Reserve
    ‪45 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Double Room

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 10 Twin Beds

Luxury Tent

  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Double Room

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Villa

  • 1399 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 5 Twin Beds

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Luxury Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Basic Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Fishing Cabin

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Double Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Drakensberg Gardens

The Old Hatchery places you within a 5-minute walk of Maloti-Drakensberg Park. This 6-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a terrace, and laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • Underberg Country Club - 43 min drive - 22.5 miles
  • Underberg Studio - 44 min drive - 22.9 miles
  • Clocktower Centre - 44 min drive - 23.3 miles
  • Garden Castle Caves Nature Reserve - 45 min drive - 24.0 miles
  • Himeville Museum - 51 min drive - 27.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Castleburn Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bergview Resturant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fairways Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Old Hatchery

Guesthouse in Drakensberg Gardens with spa services and a restaurant
Guests of The Old Hatchery enjoy features like spa services, a terrace and laundry facilities. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide tour or ticket assistance. Additional amenities include barbecue grills, a picnic area, and a garden.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, facials, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 95 for adults and ZAR 75 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2006
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 95 for adults and ZAR 75 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-8 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM

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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the guesthouse at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Old Hatchery Guesthouse Drakensberg Gardens
Old Hatchery B&B
Old Hatchery B&B Underberg
Old Hatchery Underberg
Old Hatchery House Drakensberg Gardens
Old Hatchery Drakensberg Gardens
Old Hatchery Drakensberg Garn
The Old Hatchery Guesthouse
The Old Hatchery Drakensberg Gardens
The Old Hatchery Guesthouse Drakensberg Gardens

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around The Old Hatchery?

This guesthouse is located in Drakensberg Gardens within a short 3-minute walk of Maloti-Drakensberg Park.

Will I be able to park at The Old Hatchery?

No, there isn't parking at this guesthouse.

Is there a spa at The Old Hatchery?

Spa services at the guesthouse include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, and aromatherapy.

Does The Old Hatchery include a casino on the premises?

No, The Old Hatchery doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Old Hatchery?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What do couples enjoy most about The Old Hatchery?

There are many amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including a bar and a restaurant plus some accommodations feature fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at The Old Hatchery?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does The Old Hatchery have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Old Hatchery serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Are there connecting rooms at The Old Hatchery?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Old Hatchery?

Yes, some accommodations at The Old Hatchery offer a furnished patio and may feature garden views.

The Old Hatchery Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

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

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Nosipho

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

I shan’t be returning

The rooms are okay and they are perfect for the price. However, the host did not tell us we would be sharing the house with other guests abs this caused a startle with those we found in the house already. The gyser was not working and this was on a 9degree Celsius weather where we had to take a night and morning cold shower. Supper was a disaster: upon arriving at 7pm, we were told there’s no food as they had hosted a group of people earlier and couldn’t cater for us. We managed to get leftover stew guised as curry on dirty tables. To top it off, the place only starts serving breakfast after 9am; the kitchen staff only arrives at 9 so you get served around 10. Even that breakfast, the eggs were burnt on Saturday, did not offer variety and dare you ask for a second cup of coffee, you’d be slapped with a R24 bill. The chef was injured on her hand with what looked like unsanitary bandage. To top it off, while we were dining, a guest whisks into the kitchen with kiddies diapers to be disposed offand the chef “gladly assists” her- all in full view of us eating. Overall, I shan’t be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Silindile

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

Peaceful & refreshing retreat

It was the most peaceful and relaxing place I've ever been to
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brett

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

Happy days at The Old Hatchery

The staff at The Old Hatchery were amazing and friendly. Rooms very clean with a stunning view towards the Berg. Would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stay in the bush

Okay stay but would go back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Charming hotel in beautiful setting

Room was cozy with small fully equipped kitchen, nice bathroom, sofa, and fireplace overlooking a pond. Food was delicious for breakfast and dinner. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

4/10 Poor

Inga, Claes Valbo

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Drakensberg!

Bodde där för att vara med om en dagstur i Drakensberg, och den var riktigt intressant.