See all properties

SpionKop Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star lodge with outdoor pool

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for SpionKop Lodge

A clear swimming pool with a stone border, surrounded by rocks and greenery, and a stone building in the background.
A balcony with two chairs, a stone building in the background, and a view of the landscape.
A bedroom with two beds, wooden wardrobe, and a ceiling fan.
A cozy living room with a high wooden ceiling, a stone fireplace, and a television on a table.
A stone house with a green roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a large tree.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

View in a map
Off R600, Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal, 3370
  • Place, Spioenkop Dam
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Winterton Museum
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Drakensberg Boys Choir School
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Cottage (Aloe)

A stone house with a green roof and a small front porch.

Cottage (Aloe)

  • Garden view
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Lodge Rooms

A bedroom with a large bed, two nightstands, a wooden wardrobe, and a ceiling fan.

Lodge Rooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Cottage (Acacia)

A stone building with a green roof, a covered patio with a table and chairs, and a small tree in front.

Cottage (Acacia)

  • Garden view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Twin Room

A room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and a tropical-themed wall mural.

Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Ladysmith

In historical district.You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Spioenkop Dam and 9 miles (15 km) of Winterton Museum. Spioenkop Battlefield is within 20 miles (32 km) and Bergville Mosque is within 32 miles (40 km).
View more Lodges in LadysmithOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Spioenkop Dam - 17 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Winterton Museum - 22 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Emnambithi Cultural Centre - 41 min drive - 27.4 miles
  • Drakensberg Boys Choir School - 56 min drive - 31.4 miles
  • Falcon Ridge Bird of Prey Centre - 58 min drive - 33.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Saleyard Steakhouse - ‬9 min drive

About this property

SpionKop Lodge

Family-friendly 4-star lodge with outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly SpionKop Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Ladysmith lodge is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 4 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1888
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
SpionKop Lodge offers 13 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary newspapers. These individually furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include change of towels.

Similar properties

Property entrance
Royal Hotel Ladysmith
Ladysmith
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
4.2 out of 5, Very Good, 21 reviews
$55 nightly
The price is $63
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total with taxes and fees
Royal Hotel Ladysmith

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 110 for adults and ZAR 80 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Bicycle tours
  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 2:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:30 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

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 110.00 for adults and ZAR 80.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 4200.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

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

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24-hours a day.

Property is also known as

SpionKop Lodge Lodge
SpionKop Ladysmith
SpionKop Lodge
SpionKop Lodge Ladysmith
SpionKop Lodge Ladysmith
SpionKop Lodge Lodge Ladysmith

Frequently asked questions

Does SpionKop Lodge have an airport shuttle?

SpionKop Lodge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, at scheduled times, for a charge of ZAR 4200.00 per vehicle, one-way.

How much does it cost to stay at SpionKop Lodge?

As of Aug 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SpionKop Lodge on Aug 26, 2026 start from $84, 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.

Does SpionKop Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at SpionKop Lodge, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 110.00 for adults and ZAR 80.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at SpionKop Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at SpionKop Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at SpionKop Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does SpionKop Lodge have a pool?

SpionKop Lodge features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy 24-hour pool access.

Does SpionKop Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does SpionKop Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is SpionKop Lodge to downtown Ladysmith?

SpionKop Lodge is 18.2 mi away from Ladysmith.

SpionKop Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gunnar

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

great stay

Great stay in a lodge in beautifull nature, and with a friendly staff, and a great manager
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and the grounds were stunning. The old colonial style in the bar and restaurant with all of the history attached to it are characterful. The staff were friendly and attentive. The rooms are a little tired in places but that does not detract from the ambiance.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Min-Jeong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, spacious, and quiet. Restaurant food is very good. We had breakfast (included) and dinner (E295pp for 3 course set menu). The grounds are beautiful with several cows roaming around. The drive up to reception is quite long (felt like about 2-3km) but don’t worry, you’re on the right track! You’ll meet several cows on that road too so don’t go too fast! Overall an idyllic setting.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room clean and comfortable. Wonderful, efficient and accommodating staff. Well worth the overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet and just what we wanted. Food options were good. Great service from the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerda M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay at Spioenkop was excellent, the staff so friendly and helpful. Food was on time and delicious. Well done to a great team. We will be back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kumbirai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A historic gem with friendly staff, but the rooms are very worn, and I couldn’t shake the feeling of being transported back to the colonial era — a vibe I’m not fond of for many reasons. So overall, the place was not for me at all.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Huw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay here while visiting the Boer war sites in the area with Raymond. The premises is a renovated historic farm from the war era, retaining as much of the original detail as possible. The bar is cosy and reeks of history while the dining area is a modern addition. I stayed in the old house, which has been converted into a number of en-suite bedrooms. Nature surrounds you in the beautiful grounds and the staff were friendly and attentive. Meals were simple but filling and fantastic. Raymond is incredibly knowledgeable and the tours he gives are full of expert detail. Although I had read a number of books about the war, actually visiting the sites on and around this property really brought home the tragedy and futility of the events. Thanks to Raymond and the staff for looking after me and showing me around!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Arlene

The accommodation was pretty average and I would rate them 3 stars, definitely not 4 stars. Info from Alistair and Lynette was extremely helpful, thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent food and service. Raymond galvez us a fantastic account of the battle of spionkop
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim

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

Wonderful stay in a place steeped in History

I stayed one night at Spion Kop Lodge en route to Isandlwana. The staff were very welcoming, I was the only diner that evening in the restaurant and got excellent service. I loved the many historical artifacts and pictures decorating the lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very difficult to find if you have no internet in the car The GPS doesn t know the place. Had to ask people in petrol stations. But nice place!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rabea

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

Sehr schöne und gepflegte Anlage.

Wir können die Anlage nur weiter empfehlen!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

S

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

Nice hotel and restoraunt with beautiful view

Great place! Had slight problem with the cabin we were going to stay in, but the management handled it very gracefully and without a problem. Overall great environment, beautiful view, friendly people, comfortable spaces.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mmeli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A History Class

A visit to Spionkop Lodge is so enlightening because of the history buried in the area delivered so enchantingly by the hosts. It's a true oasis bang in the middle of an African bush. The cottages however are a bit secluded for my liking, and after dark you really wonder if you are completely safe. But my fears proved unfounded because the surroundings are as tranquil as they come.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Room comfort

Lodge in den Bergen mit interessantem Umfeld

Lodge war nur als Zwischenstopp gedacht. Ist jedoch wert, wiederzukommen. Freundlich, aufmerksam, unterschiedliche Zimmertypen, Frühstück OK, Abendessen möglich, zwei Hauptgerichte zur Auswahl; für Selbstversorger Küche in den Cabanas. Netter kleiner Pool.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

何もせずのんびり静かに過ごしたい方へ

まず言いたいのは、夕食が大変おいしかったということです。スープ、メイン、デザート。食後にチーズが出てきました。その辺のレストランでは食べられないレベルのおいしさでした。 もともとセルフケータリングの部屋を予定していたのですが、ダブルブッキングでキッチンのない部屋へ急遽変更となり、その対応として食事をお願いしたわけですが、それが思いの外おいしくてびっくりしました。不幸中の幸いでした。 ロッジの周りは緑が多く、敷地はよく整備された芝生が広がっていました。小さいプールがあるくらいで、何があるわけではないので、とにかくゆっくりしたい方にはよいと思います。 立地としては、１番近いのは、カテドラルピークで約１時間、ロイヤルナタールが約１．５時間、ジャイアントキャッスルとゴールデンハイランドは約２時間かかるような場所です。 部屋については、鍵が使えないところや、茶色いお湯や水が出てきたりと、気持ちよく使えたかというとそうではなかったかなという感じです。だいぶ年期があるので多少不具合も出てきている感じです。（私が泊まった部屋に関してですが） サービスについては、本当はよいのかもしれません。しかし、私が泊まったのがクリスマスだったことで、オーナーさん方もお休みしていたのかなという感じです。２６日になると従業員の方が増えていたので、南アフリカでクリスマスにサービスを求めてもいけないのかもしれません。ということで、サービスについてはよい印象はありません。実際のところは分かりません。
Verified review

8/10 Good

Annemarie

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

In the middle of nowhere

A very comfortable place despite the temps in the mid to upper 90's(no A/C in the bedroom. but very dry humidity and a gentle wind kept us comfortable.
Verified review

8/10 Good

maria van dommelen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

uitstekend eten, mooi uitzicht

heerlijke locatie, echter het verblijf is erg verouderd, slechte douche, koud in de winterperiode. Eten in het restaurant is super.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

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

Delightful location, close to the mountains

We spent two nights at SpionKop Lodge during the midst of a two week trip to South Africa. Unfortunately our flight was delayed by several hours coming into Durban which resulted in our getting to SpionKop Lodge quite late. We kept in contact via phone and there were people waiting for us even with our late arrival. All of the staff was very helpful. The cottage we were assigned was quite large - well beyond our expectations. The beds should be replaced - we could feel the springs in several of the beds. Our breakfast was quite nice, but was not included - that would have definitely been our preference. We did a Battle site tour our last morning through the lodge and that was excellent! We spent a day hiking in Royal Natal National Park - it was about an hour drive from the lodge. A beautiful location, but it is necessary to have a car when staying here if you want to do anything besides sit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Flochrane

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

Great location in a family run lodge.

A wonderful peaceful location in a family run lodge. Plenty to see and do in the surrounding area, just wish we could have stayed longer
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chranel

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

Friendly service

Peace and quiet for city people. Lovely surroundings, friendly hosts and roomy accommodation. The children enjoyed the pool and we also had a nice dinner.
Verified review

8/10 Good

R.H.

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

4 point 5 out of 5 overall and quite worth it!

Familiar atmosphere, very helpful and assisting hosts, convenient location to visit Drakensberge's scenic points and quite a good value for the money. Worth to go there again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Wonderful retreat rear the Drakensburgs

A fabulous place to stay near the Drakensburgs. The bird life in the gardens is amazing. Be sure you like dogs before booking. The resident dogs are a delight
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025