Bushmans Nek Road, 3257 Drakensberg Garden, South Africa
#7 of 10 hotels in Drakensberg Garden
Guests' ChoiceBased on 932 hotel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Location
8.6
Facilities
8.7
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
4.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 25 April 2024
Khan
South AfricaThe road leading to the resort is bad. The tap water is undrinkable, carry your own.
All good things... would definitely go back. Beautiful, clean, scenic.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Sbonga
South AfricaThere was no WIFI in the room.
Amazing food from the restaurant. The patio views - to die for! The pictures on the website do not do this place justice. I am definitely coming back with my family.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Thandeka
South AfricaThe smell from the septic tank was unbearable especially at night (unit 32)
Upon arrival we were welcomed by the receptionist (Khaye), she was extremely helpful and welcoming. And she made our stay pleasant❤️
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Shannon
South AfricaAmazing resort. We keep returning because it's simply the best
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Vimal
South AfricaNo horse riding on Fridays was. unfortunate. Vegetarian breakfast could be more ample even if the price were to increase.
Location has awesome. Staff were kind and sweet. Njabulo, Doyle, Thulani and each member the entire team were fantastic.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Yogeshan
South AfricaAll was excellent
location, setting, scenery
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Christie
South AfricaBeautiful surroundings and view of the Southern berg. Very friendly and helpful staff. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Zamah
South AfricaMy booking had breakfast included for both mornings but I was still charged a separate bill for breakfast which I was refunded more than 2 weeks after my check out. Can the reception staff kindly be more careful when processing our check ins, check out and any outstanding dues because this mistake was negligence on the property yet caused me great inconvenience.
Lots of facilities for kids to play. Beautiful and well kept lawns, facilities and rooms. We were late for breakfast on Saturday morning after taking a morning hike and the kitchen staff was still kind enough to serve us breakfast after cut off time, we really appreciated that. My kids loved everything about Bushmen’s Nek and they’re already looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Bev
South Africano Tupperware for temporary storage in the fridge. we paid R200 for the games room and used nothing that was for free, but had to pay extra for everything we did use, so it wasn’t really explained but we felt like it wasn’t a good deal. we had African music from 7pm till 5am been played very loudly and singing and shouting in drunk voices by many people that entire time, which kept us awake and annoyed us a lot, we did report it to reception.
. stunning views, large communal area for my whole family, the heated pool was a hit! the animal farm was a good attraction as was the horseride. Bowls was also a fun tradition for our family in the Berg. all in all, a great time was had by all!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Sunderan
South AfricaThe road conditions getting to the resort
Coffees and muffins were great.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Timkellypmb
South AfricaCommunication from First Group was as poor as I've ever experienced dealing with almost any "big" company. Really, really bad in that department. The road to the hotel was in very poor condition on our way there - the pouring rain in the days leading up to us arriving didn't help, but it took us nearly an hour to get through the 17km (one of the two dirt roads to get there from the main, tar road) stretch.
The area is stunning. It really highlights just how lucky we are to live in this immensely beautiful country. We took a walk to a waterfall nearby (2.6 km's each way) and took in the views of the incredible mountains and natural beauty surrounding us. The staff were wonderful. Very warm, friendly and helpful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Dale
South AfricaI missed a really comfortable lounge chair in my room. I love reading and would have appreciated one. Room 37
Very professionally run operation. Beautiful surroundings. I loved the lounge area!!! Very comfortable and well laid out to accommodate many groups of all sizes, without 1 encroaching on another.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Milica
South AfricaEven though there is a gravel road,the road was well maintained and we had no problems traveling on it.The Bergview cottage where we stayed is not on the premises of the property.It is 3.1km away.When I booked originally,I was not aware of the fact as the cottage is advertised as part of Bushmans neck.
The Cottage has all the facilities that one might need-lovely rooms,very comfortable and beautiful view.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Xoli
South AfricaThe staff took about 40minutes to serve us breakfast and they got our order wrong. The hotel could use a method of having a buffet for breakfast instead of being limited to R130 for breakfast. There was a confusion with the bill, the hotel overcharged me for breakfast but then the confusion was sorted out, that is why I suggest the buffet option coz even the staff get confused with working out the correct amount. The restaurant closes at 7.30pm which is ridiculous considering the travel time and the very bad gravel road(35km) going to the hotel, we arrived late at 8pm only to found out that the restaurant was closed and we were very hungry
The 2 bedroom chalet was spacious and comfortable
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Kerry
South AfricaThe price of some of the food/drinks menu items are ridiculous. It’s also little cheeky to pay for a games card as well as having to insert coins to enjoy some of the games room activities
It’s beautifully nestled amongst the mountains and so the views are spectacular Loved that there was a hot pool to enjoy and loved the outfit activities. There was always something to do
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Andile
South AfricaThe road leading to the place. It's not for all types of cars
Everything from reception staff, cleaners, Micaela, to the waiters What stood out was the warm rocky pool
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Jacqui
South AfricaThe small pink air fresheners in the bathrooms and the smell of the rooms. The lack of vegan options on the menu.
The heated pool and the verandah as well as the bring and braai evening
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Shannon
South AfricaThe dirt road in takes a little bit of battle to get over but worth it to get to the hotel.
Wonderful kind and helpful staff, incredible pool and outside area. A wonderful quiet get away.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Jason
South AfricaThere is no WiFi in the room and having dstv is just outdated. WiFi and Netflix app is a must going forward.
The resort is well kept and staff are friendly.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Lily
United StatesWas a bit disappointed that on our second night when we got back after a long day around 8pm, the fresh lemon water dispenser that had been available the first night was empty. We were thirsty and had no other fresh water to drink, and no staff were anywhere to be found.
Awesome location in Constantia near the botanical gardens. Loved the bathroom with its marble and huge tub. Bed was comfortable and room was large. Nice tall ceilings and pretty architecture, like a French country manor. Breakfast was nice.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Navashree
South AfricaThe road to the resort should be better .
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Sandile
South AfricaWe were not made aware the was a electrical issue beyond the normal loadshedding which kinda killed mood to be seating in the dark at 21H00
The view from the pool is amazing
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Hlanzeka
South AfricaThe pool
Peace and staff is very friendly
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 12 March 2024
Krishna
South AfricaFood in the restaurant
Ambiance, friendly service.
Stayed in March 2024
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