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    Drakensberg Mountain Retreat

    226 Reviews
    #3 of 11 Specialty Lodging in Bergville
    Scheepersrus Farm | Bergville District Okhahlamba, Bergville 3350, South Africa
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    4.5
    226 reviews
    • Excellent59%
    • Very good31%
    • Average7%
    • Poor2%
    • Terrible1%
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    Free Internet
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    Breakfast included
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    1 - 5 of 215 reviews

    Reviewed 6 days ago
    Just what we needed

    It was a the night before the Berg and Bush MTB 3 day Race: we stayed in Alex as the Hotel was full : I was great value:,it really poured with rain so mud and slush everywhere: great view: no one else around: I will...More

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    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Stunning Views

    We were very happy to be greeted by friendly staff, and a beautiful view of the Drakensberg. Our rooms were clean and the food was delicious, the coffee was also lovely. I would recommend however, checking first with visitors, as we were placed in a...More

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    Response from DrakensbergRetreat, Guest Relations Manager at Drakensberg Mountain RetreatResponded 5 days ago

    Thank you for the feedback following your stay with us at Drakensberg Mountain Retreat. We value your many positive comments. Our policy, in line with legislation, is to prohibit all smoking inside the Lodge. As Room 3 is often preferred by guests as a "family...More

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Over night stay

    Stayed over night before the Berg & Bush Mountain Bike race. Easy location from event. Directions provided and booking process was simple, quick and spot on Great value, team made allot of effort to ensure nourishing 3 course meal the night before and was willing...More

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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Amazing Mountain getaway

    This place s simply amazing. We had a fantastic, relaxing long weekend during which we experienced all four seasons. The Estate Managers keep the facilities in a spotless condition. Breakfast, lunch and dinner was of exceptional quality and our room (no 3) was very spacious....More

    Thank J0hn_1C
    Response from DrakensbergRetreat, Guest Relations Manager at Drakensberg Mountain RetreatResponded 2 weeks ago

    Thank you for the complimentary review of your stay at Drakensberg Mountain Retreat. Management and staff aim to ensure that our guests enjoy the time spent with us at this unique "Get-away" so they can return home satisfied, happy and relaxed. We hope it won't...More

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    WOW!!!

    Our stay was out of the books! The food was amazing and the couple who runs the place is absolutely FANTASTIC. Attention for detail! We have a baby of 4 months and when we arrived our room was setup with a camping cot, baby towels...More

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    Response from DrakensbergRetreat, Guest Relations Manager at Drakensberg Mountain RetreatResponded 2 weeks ago

    We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us at Drakensberg Mountain Retreat and thank you for your complimentary review. Our aim is to ensure that all our guests' needs are taken care of so that they leave with fond memories of the time...More

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    Amenities
    • Top amenities
    • Pool
    • Free Parking
    • Bar/Lounge
    • Room Service
    • Free Internet
    • Breakfast included
    • Hotel Amenities
    • Free Parking
    • Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
    • Room Service
    • Breakfast included
    • Dry Cleaning
    • Laundry Service
    • Banquet Room
    • Multilingual Staff
    • Conference Facilities
    • Breakfast Available
    • Things to do
    • Pool
    • Bar/Lounge
    • Indoor pool
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    • Price range
    • US$80 - US$164 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    • Non-Smoking Rooms ,
    • Family Rooms ,
    • Suites
    • Number of rooms
    • 9
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    "Upstairs rooms have better views"
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    "Some of the rooms offer a small lounge with a fireplace and have a bath overlooking the mountains."
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    "Rooms are all close together so there is a bit of noise but not unbearable"
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