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Reviews of The Nest Drakensberg Mountain Resort Hotel 3 stars

Route 600, Champagne Valley, 3340 Champagne Valley, South Africa

#31 of 37 hotels in Champagne Valley

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 593 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    5.1

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  • Reviewed: 1 March 2023

    8.0
    wonderful staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    excellent Location

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2023

    9.0
    Will revisit.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Warning that the hot water comes with time.

    Food was great, Rooms with a mountain few spot on. Birding was a treat.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2023

    9.0
    Friendly staff, good food, plenty to do or not, if you just wanted to relax. Lovely location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The only small issue we had was our supper was at times a little on the cold side, but they attended to our issue.

    The staff were very friendly they went out of their way to make your stay pleasant. Plenty to do, swimming, tennis, bowls to name a few. Room was just fine, lovely view. Meals good. We felt completely relaxed and will visit again.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2023

    9.0
    Relaxing and valued, personal thank you and farewell from owner, nice touch,,old school balues
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Premier Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Tea and coffee mugs to small.

    Excellent choice, plenty of it.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 January 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2023

    7.0
    great family venue
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    a little bit later f TLC needed in some areas especially the bathrooms

    staff and location

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2023

    7.0
    Nice place, particularly for families.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Premier Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was a lack of organisation on reception and a lack of knowledge regarding the area when we asked about local activities and places to go.

    The hotel has an amazing array of sports amenities, and the location is amazing. The staff are great with a big call out to Heidi. The whole team are responsive and works hard to make sure you are happy. The food is good, but 4 courses, not 5 courses as advertised. On arrival, we were put in the wrong rooms, but this was sorted the next day. The hotel is dated, but that is explained in advance, so there is no issue there. The facilities for children were amazing. It made me wish my son was younger so we could have left him with the team and all the activities.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 January 2023

    9.0
    Short left
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Premier Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not much choices for vegetarian food.

    Location, the place is really good for resting and bonding as a family.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2023

    9.0
    Our stay was adventurous, relaxing, fun, welcoming. Thank you🌻
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms are in desperate need of a thorough deep-cleaning.

    I loved the colonial style of the property as well as the welcoming family atmosphere. My kids absolutely loved the amenities available and the situation of the property is in good proximity to adventure spots outside the property. The staff were absolutely outstanding!! We also loved the a la carte style meals - a fantastic break from the self- catering holidays we’ve become accustomed to.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2023

    9.0
    Great holiday vacation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premier Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast could be improved with other options not bacon and egg everyday. The food was okay but not gourmet classification. The chef should allow for substitutions and exciting menus. I don't eat pork and mutton and the menu was on a tight schedule. There should be consideration for all types of people not a specific group.

    The location. Hospitality and attention to detail

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2022

    9.0
    Fabulous stay with family over Christmas
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom very small.

    Stunning location - wonderful views from main building. Comfortable bed. Powerful shower. Great value - dinner included.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 December 2022

    7.0
    Had a wonderful stay at a low cost, Enjoyed spending my birthday at the place ,got a champaign and f
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Brown water and no aircon

    Breakfast was good, Friendly staff ,Would also like to come with my children

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 December 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some of the rooms need some upgrade Croissants would always run out Our waiter was not so friendly

    Family oriented, very nice and intimate.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 December 2022

    7.0
    pleasant and peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premier Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    property is a bit dated and needs an upgrade

    location and facilities

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very good staff, excellent meals

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2022

    9.0
    We had a wonderful family break away
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    room next door can get a little loud

    Room lovely and comfortable. Food delicious and good variety. Kids care available was wonderful! Beautiful area, scenery, walking routes, activities

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2022

    9.0
    Beautiful location, excellent staff and service and amazing meals.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Premier Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The room we stayed in was a little “tired”, but that said it was clean and comfortable for a couple.

    Breakfast and dinner included in the rom rate, these meals were off the charts good, dinner in particular was outstanding 5 course meal. The staff and general atmosphere was warm, olde world and charming. The gardens had so many little secret places to relax. Overall, and excellent stay and a lovely place to experience the Drakensberg.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 December 2022

    8.0
    generally great for old people who want an escape and peace of mind
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The establishment is very old fashioned and old school. There is a distinct smell that’s off in the rooms (as if they haven’t been used or opened for a long time) I guess it’s great for elderly people but not for us young people since we want comfort and modernity.

    The stuff is great, friendly and welcoming. environment is very relaxing and peaceful

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premier Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    People in the suite next to us, were very noisy, they spoke very loud late at night which was unpleasant.

    The staff and the food was of a very good standard . Nice and relaxing place . Bowling green was very good.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2022

    8.0
    Value for money. Very relaxing. Will definitely go again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premier Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The wastage of water in the bathroom. Have to run the water for 30 minutes before you get hot water.

    Dinner, Breakfast , teas and bar. Service was exceptional. Thw waiter made sure that our need were met.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2022

    9.0
    Magnificent views, very attentive staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premier Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly staff, the waiters in particular went out of their way to assist during meals. Heidi & Vincent looked after us. Beautiful, memorable views !! The gardens are beautiful & well looked after

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 November 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food was nice in general. It would have been very nice if they had a better choice for vegetarians. Sometimes it was very very narrow choice or get the food without meat, specially for breakfast.

    We enjoyed our stay overall.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2022

    8.0
    We enjoyed the stay very much after we were moved to a room with hot water.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some of the rooms do not have hot water. You have to ask for a room close to the hot water

    Staff very friendly and helpful. We had a problem with hot water and they moved us to another room the following day The food was good but if you are a big eater I would recommend you to eat elsewhere too as the portions are small.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2022

    8.0
    Amazing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Premier Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the staff was really friendly, the food was just amazing and it was very peaceful

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2022

    8.0
    It was one of the unique visits perfect for a retired person like myself who’s interested in recharging in the tranquil
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premier Double or Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very little activity variety. They can at least introduce hiking trails to enhance health of visitors and see the nature.

    The environmental setting integrated with nature.

    Stayed in October 2022

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