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About this property

Set in the heart of the Northern Drakensberg, Cavern Resort & Spa provides family-friendly accommodation located 65 km from Harrismith and 48 km from Bergville. This historic property is over 75 years old. Providing garden views, all rooms at the resort are equipped with a patio, tea-and-coffee making facilities and en suite bathrooms. Some of the rooms come with a seating area and a fireplace. Free WiFi is available in public areas. The daily room rate is inclusive of 3 meals and 2 guided morning hikes. A set menu is served for breakfast and dinner, whilst a light lunch is served buffet-style. Guests are also treated to morning and afternoon tea. Adventure seekers can enjoy hiking and trekking, mountain biking, fly-fishing and horse trails. Guests can also relax alongside the outdoor swimming pool or make use of the tennis court. The on-site spa provides selected massages and beauty treatments. Cavern Resort & Spa welcomes children to enjoy the playground, pony rides and scheduled group activities. The restaurant provides a children's menu and babysitting services are available for a surcharge. The resort is home to over 195 bird species and indigenous fauna and flora. Points of interest nearby include the Sterkfontein Dam and Drakensberg Amphitheatre. King Shaka International Airport is located 306 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
and
2 bunk beds
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2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • John
    South Africa South Africa
    Outstanding facilities, fantastic food and such friendly, attentive staff. We loved everything about the hotel and will definitely return sometime in the near future.
  • Jörg
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Beautiful family oriented hotel. Many guests seem to come back again and again which speaks for itself. Perfect starting point for hikes in the royal natal national park.
  • Shane
    South Africa South Africa
    We loved everything about the property. It is in a beautiful part of the Drakensberg, the hotel and rooms are spotless and well maintained, the staff are very friendly and helpful, the full board meals are excellent and the daily hikes into the...
  • Sanele
    South Africa South Africa
    The whole environment ,staff member were very friendly.
  • Ronel
    South Africa South Africa
    Full board, activities and Just homely en iron ent. Didn't have to go any where, everything in one spot!
  • Anesh
    South Africa South Africa
    Heaven on earth, magnificent views, incredible garden and facilities.
  • Lois
    South Africa South Africa
    Cavern is a very special place to spend a few days with excellent food very welcoming staff and great walks arranged that are all part of the inclusive experience, highly recommend the Cavern.
  • Simonne
    Netherlands Netherlands
    This place is amazing, the location is beautiful, the food is excellent and the staff are super friendly. Highly recommend! We definitely want to come here again.
  • Lephoi
    South Africa South Africa
    Amazing location with attentive and friendly staff.
  • Jean
    South Africa South Africa
    Absolutely magnificent resort. Situation is breathtaking, staff were attentive and friendly. Food absolutely delicious. Hikes well planned and something to do for everyone. Will definitely return.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Dining Room
    • Cuisine
      South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly

House rules

Cavern Resort & Spa takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:30 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

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All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners Club Cash is not accepted
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Cavern Resort & Spa in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.