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Reviews of Gooderson Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa Resort 3 stars

Southern Drakensberg, Drakensberg Gardens Road , 3257 Drakensberg Garden, South Africa

#8 of 10 hotels in Drakensberg Garden

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1962 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    8.7

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    6.1

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  • Reviewed: 24 July 2023

    7.0
    Enjoyd the snow fall on my second day
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Viewpoint - Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Weather on second day was very windy there was not much to do indoors

    room very clean breakfast lovely super was good

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2023

    8.0
    Winter getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Viewpoint - Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower was not good. Also in a standard room you only get a 8 fin oil heater which does not work. You have to prebook dinner. The food has a lot to be desired. If you are vegetarian or vegan there are very few options. Also if you don't eat beef or pork you choices are limited at dinner.

    The staff was fantastic. The accommodation were clean and neat. The wellness center was amazing.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2023

    8.0
    My stay was amazing, something to be repeated again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Viewpoint - Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really

    Breakfast was amazing 👏, also the view was exactly what it was said to be.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Weavers - Standard Family Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Facilities

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2023

    7.0
    memorable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Kingfisher - Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    safety of the room keys any one can have a key

    food was amazing and all staff were friendly and always great guest, but reception staff looked grumpy and not friendly for from desk stuff. overall I would love to come back every year

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2023

    7.0
    Great views of snow and wonderful staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Fir Tree - 4 Sleeper Self Catering Unit
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The place is run down and looks shabby. Our oven did not work, the legs of the heaters are broken, and some of the crockery is cracked. There is a Teens and kids area upstairs but No kids holiday programme as offered by other resorts in the Berg which was disappointing. Even though there is an activity centre with ziplines and obstacle courses, this is closed most Fridays. There is no place to get coffee/ food until 10am when the bistro opens. This then closes at 17h30 and you need to wait again until 18h30.

    The staff are incredibly friendly and extremely helpful. There are cold water slides and a warm pool. The restaurant has an outstanding breakfast on offer. There is a little shop on site and Elands convenience store nearby if you have forgotten any items behind.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2023

    8.0
    Great.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Viewpoint - Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There should be golf carts made available to get around the resort from one place to another

    Apparently some of the rooms have been renovated and some not. Some has underfloor heating and some not. I booked two rooms. A single and a double. The double room had underfloor heating and my single room didnt!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2023

    7.0
    we had fun
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Viewpoint - Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    i didn't like when questioning many times the age of my son since he is tall, maybe they thought we are lying about his age they should have said we must bring birth certificate than asking same question.

    I loved everything

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Blue Gum - 6 Sleeper Self Catering Unit
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Travelled all day, the unit was not ready on time. We had to find things to do on two occasions waiting for the room to be ready after the confirmed check in time.

    The view and scenery is unmatched.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Blue Gum - 6 Sleeper Self Catering Unit
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I did not like the condition of the rooms and the service of the Abseiling staff.

    I loved the location. It has beautiful views all around.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2023

    8.0
    Had a comfortable stay, the children enjoyed the facilities and were really impressed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Blue Gum - 6 Sleeper Self Catering Unit
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Beds had no electric blankets.

    Spacious rooms, fully equipped kitchen, lots of space for 6 people.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2023

    9.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Kingfisher - Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Couple room had 2 single beds

    Spa

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2023

    7.0
    Good , peaceful atmosphere n a place to unwind from my hectic city life.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Eagles Nest - Superior Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wifi in the self catering units, a better supper buffet wud maybe more meat options (lamb), Seafood like grill fish or prawns not jus a messy seafood paella fit for Pets.try also a wood fire pizza station.

    Good, the buffet kept us going till about 3pm so lunch was not necessary.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Eagles Nest - Superior Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms are right on top of each other making it quite noisy. The restaurants are way over priced and have average food.

    The staff are excellent and very efficient. The location is perfect.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2023

    9.0
    Drakensberg gardens
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Riverside - Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The location of the resort is perfect. You are in the mountains. There is a great variety of activities to choose from.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Riverside - Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The views were exceptionally brilliant,food was delicious staff were veryfriendly.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Viewpoint - Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No fireplace in our cottage

    Bonfires Fire places a good addition Breakfast buffet

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful place and friendly staff. Many activities for young and old. Will definitely visit again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Blue Gum - 6 Sleeper Self Catering Unit
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Heaters were not very useful

    Size of the room and cleanliness

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Riverside - Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom pipes very loud in the room (Orchard 3)from other units also.

    Location, facilities and food!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2023

    8.0
    Fantastic relaxing hotel (except when invaded by baboons!)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Fir Tree - 4 Sleeper Self Catering Unit
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Road all the way from Howick is a huge problem with Potholes. Not the Hotel's fault but needs to be noted. Baboons are out of control at the resort...I don't know what the answer is???

    Stunning view and location for running/walking and hiking.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2023

    8.0
    It was an enjoyable experience and will definitely do it again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Eagles Nest - Superior Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food was of limited variation and bland

    The scenery was excellent

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Weavers - Standard Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The buffet dinner did not have much of a choice for guests like myself that only eat mutton or chicken or vegetables. It would also be awesome if some curries could be available. It would be appreciated if you could consider adding these to the menu. Thanks

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2023

    8.0
    The road from underburg to Goodson is too bad with portholes far to many.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Viewpoint - Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road leading to upper rooms 70 to 85 is un even and scary.

    The service that we received from all the staff was excellent, their breakfast and the cleanes of the place was top noch👌,(Zama the receptionist and Mr NGCOBO the restaurant manager keep up the good work.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2023

    7.0
    Fun family holiday
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Kingfisher - Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kids activities are very few & sometimes no one pitches for them. Archery equipment is very old & difficult to use. Baboons are a huge displeasure.

    The views are amazing. Love the range of things to do. Showers are great!! Pool, table tennis & bowls was fantastic. Spa & golf was great!!!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2023

    8.0
    Overall good experience and would come back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Riverside - Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No decaf coffee in the rooms which I needed since I'm pregnant, asked reception and they said they don't have for the rooms which left me having to wait to get coffee when going out. Pillows were misshapen and not the best condition. Going for dinner some food was either not on burners so hot cold which wasn't great to eat.

    Views, bingo night was great, so much to do on the property, affordable activities, shop was nice and convenient, golf was lovely, stunning location.

    Stayed in June 2023

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