10 Ranches in KwaZulu-Natal: Best hotel deals for 2023

Dragon Peaks Mountain Resort is a family resort situated in the heart of the Champagne Valley, Central Drakensberg. The resort offers a variety of accommodation types to suit the whole family. Our accommodation ranges from camping and caravan sites through to numerous self-catering options. We offer from our most affordable Drakensberg Park Homes which are 2* through to our newly built 4* Lakeside Suites.

Located in the heart of the verdant and peaceful town of St. Lucia, just minutes away from the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, Lake View Cabanas offers spacious 1, 2 and 3 bedroomed apartments and an abundance of hippos, crocodiles, birdlife and fishing, St Lucia is a nature lover's paradise and Lakeview Cabanas is perfectly located to make the most of it. On-site facilities include WiFi, restaurant, Jacuzzi, sauna, swimming pool, speciality shop, bicycle hire, playground, games room and braai area. Nearby attractions include Hluhluwe – Umfolozi Game Reserve, Cape Vidal, St Lucia Estuary, Hippo and croc tours, whale and dolphin watching.

We offer 2 Garden cottages, perfectly set in a wildlife friendly garden. Located at the end of the main street away from noisy town, still in walking distance to shops etc. All in a natural kept tranquil garden setting. Access to swimming pool and lake side garden via communal path. Garden is visited by resident wildlife and we share our living space with some. 2 Joined, ground floor, fully equipped self catering cottages. Each has little garden separated by plants with bbq/braai facility and garden furniture. Cottages are old style buildings, fittings and furniture are a mix of custom crafty, new, old, homely, standard, comfortable, no-nonsense and clean. Each cottage has 2 separate bedrooms and suitable for couples and families (2 child beds in the lounge areas). The 1 Affordable (budget type) flatlet has 6 steps, is fully equipped and part of a century old house converted. Flatlet has original fittings, new, modern, handmade and bought decor mix. All opening windows- doors have insect netting protection. Parking is under roof cover on site, at car port. The outdoor swimming pool plant hedge fence is not child proof. A Once daily cleaning service is incl. Come relax here, and experience beach and bush close by. On site, we have an in-house gallery and art & craft studio where persons can do an art project with cake and coffee, even bring their own art and just come sit on our garden.

St Ives Lodge & Venue is situated in the heart of the Midlands Meander & close to most wedding venues, our Lodge accomodation is suited for all types of Travellers, Families & Romatics. The accredited 4 star accomodation comes with aircon, Fireplace and Bathroom on suite in all our rooms & use of our large pool area with braais. Boasting 3 Bass fishing dams for our guests as well as Running Trails, BOMA Pizza Bar with Kiddies Play area, Rholands Dining Room casual restaurant Shopping accross the road & picturesque views. Staying at St Ives will for ever change your travels through the Midlands Meander KZN.

Hawklee Country house is situated 13 km outside Nottingham Road on the Fort Nottingham Road. We offer 5 individual thatched cottages with their own private spa baths. You can have a delightful spa bath in the privacy of your own room while overlooking the Lion's River with a magnificent view. Our 6th cottage is situated in the garden called "The Rose" cottage with a lovely view of the forest in the distance. En suite bathrooms with showers. The bedroom has either a queen or king bed and a small sitting room so you can enjoy the view while you read a book. Hawklee offers a fun 6 hole mashie golf course, fly fishing in the river, scenic walks, a wide variety of bird life and luxurious picnics along the river's edge. We have a lovely bar area called "The Leopard's Lair" with a sitting room that has a log fire for those cold winter days. We serve dinners in the evenings which is a 3 course menu with a choice on the menu. Come and enjoy the peace and serenity of Hawklee and relax.

Bonamanzi Game Reserve, a Big 4 Reserve, is a Natural Heritage Site bordered by the spectacular Lake St. Lucia Isimangaliso Wetlands - a World Heritage Site - and the magnificent Hluhluwe River.This privately owned game reserve and safari lodge is widely recognised as one of the best birding destinations in Southern Africa. Lake St Lucia and the Hluhluwe River give Bonamanzi its Zulu name, meaning "Look, Water!". Its almost 4000 ha teams with game, and one of Bonamanzi's special features is that it provides a safe and interactive bush experience in which you can do walks or drive, with or without the company of a trained field guide. To see the Big Five animals, the famous Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve is a short 20 minute drive away or join us on one of our Game Drives.A wonderful climate prevails all year long with splendid summers and warm winter days. Set your own pace as you absorb the peaceful sounds and spectacles of three adjoining eco-systems: coastal grassland, tropical forest, and woodland. Comfortable Accommodation and every facility is available to ensure that your stay is a pleasant one, be it a peaceful getaway for couples or families, or Conference and Events or Weddings parties. And there are plenty of Activities from Boat Cruises, Bird Safari and Game Drives to relaxing at the pool at Lalapanzi Camp to ensure that your every whim is catered for.Bonamanzi Game Reserve is easily accessible, being just a few hours drive from the Durban airport as well as the Golela border post with Swaziland, and perfectly situated to explore the splendour of this heavenly part of the world. Come, and experience Zululand's warm and friendly hospitality at its finest - we'd love to share it with you

Situated in the Babanango Game Reserve, Zulu Rock Lodge offers catered accommodation in an intimate bush setting. The lodge overlooks the valley below its rocky hillside position allowing for panoramic views of the African bushveld. Zulu Rock, with its cool white décor offset by accents of natural tones, entwines luxury with a touch of Africa inspired wilderness for guests to indulge their senses in. Visitors to Zulu Rock can enjoy the abundance of wildlife in the surrounding Babanango Game Reserve, which boasts 22 000-hectares of pristine wilderness waiting to be explored by conservation and nature enthusiasts. Situated 50kms from Vryheid in malaria-free northern KwaZulu-Natal, Babanango Game Reserve boasts 22 000-hectares of pristine wilderness waiting to be explored by conservation and nature enthusiasts.

FREE WI-FI Cottage 1 4 sleeper self catering garden cottage Small unit 2 twin beds partition in between 1 single bed bathroom with shower, toilet and basin small kitchen fully equipped, stove, fridge, cutlery, microwave Linen provided Towels provided Private braai area Parking next to unit Unit serviced daily Fans in unit NO TV No Lounge Cottage 2 2 sleeper bungalow self catering 2 twin beds Unit fully equipped Kitchen stove, fridge, cutlery and microwave Linen provided Towels provided Bathroom with shower, toilet and basin Unit serviced daily Fans in unit NO TV Parking next to unit Private braai area Cottage 3 We do have a 4 sleeper self catering, garden cottage, available. Open Plan room (not 2 bedrooms) Small unit 1 x King Size bed 1 x bunk bed Kitchen fully equipped, stove, fridge, cutlery, microwave Bathroom with bath, toilet and basin. Linen provided. Towels provided Parking next to unit Private braai area Unit serviced daily. Fans in unit No Lounge NO TV Thank you.

Beachfront, self-catering thatched chalets. On the shores of the warm Indian Ocean Emerald Cove is the perfect place to enjoy the pleasures of a beach holiday and explore the KwaZulu Natal South Coast. Swimming Pool, direct beach access, AA Highly recommended, and walking distance to restaurants and shops. A great place to stay for scuba divers here to experience our world famous dives sites on Protea Banks. Attractions of the area include: Oribi Gorge, whale and dolphin watching, 7 world class golf courses, many beautiful beaches, nature walks and hiking trails, and crocodile farm.

Waterwoods is set on a lush and beautiful farm on 75 ha in the historic Fort Nottingham area of the Natal Midlands. The breathtaking beauty of the country side amidst farmlands is a favourite tourist destination and provides for both nature lovers and shoppers who enjoy the many farm stalls and home industries in the area.The property is surrounded by huge trees and offers beautiful walks along the river, dam and forested hill. Birdlife on the property is abundant including Fish Eagles and Crowned Cranes. Children are welcome and by arrangement may feed carrots to the horses and donkeys.Our 8 self catering cottages are new, fully equipped, luxuriously furnished and have braai facilities.Most units have fireplaces and all have electric blankets on the beds. In addition, secure parking is provided and there is 24 hour security on the property. Firewood is available on the property.The cottages are graded as Highly Recommended by the AA. Waterwoods is on the Midlands Meander route and only 12 km’s away from Nottingham Road. We are 30 minutes away from Howick and 45 minutes from Pietermaritzburg.Travelling time from Johannesburg is approximately 4 hours and 2 hours from Durban.Whether you enjoy hiking, cycling, fishing or simply enjoying the view, Waterwoods is your home away and central to the enjoyment of this unique and scenic part of South Africa.Nottingham Road is known as the 'heart' of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands Meander due to its second-to-none hospitality in truly beautiful surroundings.