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Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge

3.0 star property
3-star eco-certified lodge with free parking

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Cabin (Hikers) | View from room
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Mountain View (Sentinel) | Desk, bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Hiking

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
Maluti, Drakensberg, Maluti a Phofung, Free State
  • Tugela Falls
  • Drakensburg Amphitheatre
  • Royal Natal National Park
    ‪1 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Mountain View (Sentinel) | Desk, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Mountain View (Sentinel)

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Desk, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

  • 248 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Phuthaditjhaba

In regional park.Within a 5-minute walk of this Maluti a Phofung lodge, you'll find Maloti-Drakensberg Park and Royal Natal National Park. Tugela Falls is within 6 miles (10 km) and Mandela Park Shopping Centre is within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Royal Natal National Park - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Basotho Cultural Village - 57 min drive - 27.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Cave Bar - ‬142 min drive

About this property

Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge

3-star eco-certified lodge with free parking
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily.

Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Maluti a Phofung lodge.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge offers 44 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. A pillow menu is available. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Fair Trade Tourism, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge.

How much does it cost to stay at Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge?

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge on Jul 30, 2025 start from $121.49, 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.

Does Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge offer free breakfast?

Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

Is there free parking at Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge have a pool?

Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge to downtown Maluti a Phofung?

Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge is 10.2 mi away from Phuthaditjhaba.

Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 85 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was my second stay here and the staff made the stay perfect. They were, pleasant, friendly, knowledgeable and so accommodating. The room floors could do with a scrub as well as washing and tidying up the curtains. Other than that everything else was perfect. Washroom facilities were spot on but shower floor corners need a clean. What we took away...the beautiful staff. They are your best assets there. Then comes the views. Thank you Emma and Team
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here. We stayed in Sentinel Rm. 4, which was large and comfortable. The views from the lodge are fantastic. We ate breakfast and supper each night at the lodge restaurant and were happy with our meals. Like most visitors here, we were here to hike to the top of Tugela Falls via the chain ladders. The hotel handled the logistics for us--the transport to the trailhead and packed lunch. The next day, we had a massage at the spa located on the property, which was also amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here to do the Tugela falls hike . Such a great location with stunning views of the mountains . Great bed and linen slept so well. Staff were also so lovely and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Hanspeter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
A good starting point for walks. The Sentinel room was nice with a good outlook to the mountains. The food in the restaurant was not really special. We wifi in the Sentinel room was very poor.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Alison

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

Overall good experience

The hotel is in a great place for walking and has a beautiful aspect. The rooms are fairly standard with a good bathroom but fridge or tv. The hotel provides a good breakfast and food throughout the day and it is very good value. There are options to hire guides for mountain walking if you’re new to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Elsie

Nice stay. Amazing views

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vishal

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bed had bugs. The sheets were not clean. The bathroom floor had tufts of hair everywhere. The restaurant hardly had food. Each time we chose a meal we were told that it wasn't available.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Abdallah

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
location is great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic views, and the best place to start the hike to Tugela Falls. Very quiet. The only sounds at night were the sounds of the horses eating grass. Excellent breakfast. The road to the property is paved, but the road from there to Sentinel Carpark is definitely a rock crawl and best left to a transfer by the lodge. Note that there’s a fee to get to the property (save your receipt for the way out as they ask for it). There is also the transfer fee and hiking fee. Also, the queen size bed is German style (2 mattresses shoved together, each with separate bedding).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique place to stay if you are hiking in the area. Our stay was very brief, arriving on one night and checking out and hiking the next day. The staff was great, assisting with transportation and packing a lunch since we would be missing breakfast. The room was very comfortable sized. Would recommend a side with a view of the mountains if you are staying a bit!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

claudio

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Prudy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaajal

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

Absolutely fabulous place

Agnes at check-in was kind and friendly. Another staff member came through and gave us some advice on our hike. The 4 x 4 trip return was with kind , informative drivers, Mr. Goodwin, I don't recall the gentleman that drove us back. He taught us things about the Drakensburg and Maluti Mountains that we didn't know. Eddie at the Sentinel parking was a gem. I absolutely loved our stay. Clean rooms, bedding and toilet/shower facilities. Thank you and all the best to you all always
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trusov

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronell

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Olivier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Olivier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020