South Africa
Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge
From €41 /person
A warm, welcoming mountain lodge at the foot of Drakensberg’s Sentinel Peak
Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge is a relaxing getaway situated in the Northern Drakensberg Mountains that welcomes groups of all sizes, including families and hikers, with open arms. Guests can appreciate the mountainous area’s enchanting landscapes and variety of fauna and flora, with highlights like spotting endangered Bearded Vultures soaring up above or admiring the nearby Tugela Falls. After enjoying a buffet breakfast at the restaurant, it’s time to delight in hiking, rock climbing, bird watching, and learning more about local arts and crafts made by the Batlokoa community. These include a great deal of artwork and woven items that can be found in the lodge.
Witsieshoek Mountain Lodge is a relaxing getaway situated in the Northern Drakensberg Mountains that welcomes ...
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Bungalow Large
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2The Bungalow Large units offer more floor space than the standard version, in addition to a separate seating area. The rooms each have a double bed or 2 twin beds and an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. Other amenities include a cupboard, a safe, and coffee and tea facilities.
Mountain View Rooms
1•2Mountain view rooms with large King or 2 x twin beds, The en-suite with walk-in shower has all bathroom amenities. Comfortable bedding with extra blankets, and Sotho-inspired decor. Complementary tea & coffee included.
Sentinel
2•2The Sentinel units each offer a double bedroom with extra-length beds and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. The mountain-facing walls boast floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing excellent views of Sentinel Peak. Finished with provincial stone and adorned with locally made curtains and carpets allow the units to blend in well with the beautiful surroundings.
Bungalow
2•2The Bungalow units boast the same mountain-style look that the lodge has. Each room offers an extra-length king-sized bed, with optional twin bed arrangements, and an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. Other amenities include a cupboard, a safe, and coffee and tea facilities.
Rooms
1•2With either king or 2 x twin beds each room has Sotho-inspired decor, and the en-suit with walk-in shower includes amenities. There's a complimentary tea & coffee tray. These rooms have the strongest wifi reception at the Lodge
Backpackers
2•2The Backpackers Cabin has 6 rooms with 2 twin beds each, ideal for a budget hiker’s holiday. Guests share ablution facilities, one male and one female, as well as a communal cooking and eating area. The front of the cabin overlooks the lush valley and dams below.
Bungalow Large
2•2The Bungalow Large units offer more floor space than the standard version, in addition to a separate seating area. The rooms each have a double bed or 2 twin beds and an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. Other amenities include a cupboard, a safe, and coffee and tea facilities.
Mountain View Rooms
1•2Mountain view rooms with large King or 2 x twin beds, The en-suite with walk-in shower has all bathroom amenities. Comfortable bedding with extra blankets, and Sotho-inspired decor. Complementary tea & coffee included.
Sentinel
2•2The Sentinel units each offer a double bedroom with extra-length beds and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. The mountain-facing walls boast floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing excellent views of Sentinel Peak. Finished with provincial stone and adorned with locally made curtains and carpets allow the units to blend in well with the beautiful surroundings.
Bungalow
2•2The Bungalow units boast the same mountain-style look that the lodge has. Each room offers an extra-length king-sized bed, with optional twin bed arrangements, and an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. Other amenities include a cupboard, a safe, and coffee and tea facilities.
Rooms
1•2With either king or 2 x twin beds each room has Sotho-inspired decor, and the en-suit with walk-in shower includes amenities. There's a complimentary tea & coffee tray. These rooms have the strongest wifi reception at the Lodge
Backpackers
2•2The Backpackers Cabin has 6 rooms with 2 twin beds each, ideal for a budget hiker’s holiday. Guests share ablution facilities, one male and one female, as well as a communal cooking and eating area. The front of the cabin overlooks the lush valley and dams below.
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Verified TravellerWe had the most wonderful experience with Viatu and the trip of a lifetime. My sister and I travelled for 3,5 weeks through Namibia and South Africa, and everything was perfectly planned and just amazing.
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