Drakensville Mountain Resort

Holiday Resort / Self Catering Units / Rooms / Caravan Park in Bergville
R74, Nearby Bergville, KwaZulu-Natal
 
Outdoor dining experience
 
Information about Drakensville Mountain Resort
 
ATKV Drakensville Holiday Resort is a premier resort, nestled in the foothills of the northern Drakensberg, an internationally recognised world heritage site. Our location and wide range of accommodation options make Drakensville an ideal venue for weddings, conferences, teambuilding, group visits and tour destinations or simply, a weekend getaway. ATKV Drakensville offers a wide range of accommodation, from self catering units for two to spacious family houses for up to eight people as well as luxury bed and breakfast rooms. All units are serviced daily and are comfortably furnished, fully equipped and they have DSTV. The caravan park boasts lovely lawns and well kept ablution facilities and power points. Each stand has its own braai (barbecue) facility.

Our guests enjoy all the elements of the environment and a wide diversity of outdoor activities. Breathtakingly beautiful sights and with historical landmarks that surround the resort. It would be true to say that ATKV Drakensville's distinguishing attributes are our exceptional atmosphere and boundless hospitality. People automatically feel welcome and comfortable in the natural surroundings.

Testimony to this is our extremely high return rate and the fact that the resort has been awarded a top resorts listing. You are assured of the utmost personal attention and flexibility within our conference centre, including access to all facilities that the resort has to offer. You can enjoy your wedding in gracious elegance against the backdrop of the magnificent northern Drakensberg mountain range. The resort has a beautiful rose garden with an unspoilt view and the hand built stone and thatched chapel can accommodate 160 guests. We offer a selection of superb menus, as well as absolute personal attention and flexibility at our conference and wedding venues.
 
Accreditations / Awards Achieved
 
3 Star (TGCSA - Tourism Grading Council of South Africa)
AA Quality Assured - Highly Recommended Accommodation
FEDHASA - Federated Hospitality Association of Southern Africa
The establishment offers both 2 and 3 Star (TGCSA) accredited accommodation. AA Accommodation Awards Finalist (2002 - 2005, 2010, 2011). Top 100 Resorts (2002 - 2004, 2010, 2011). Diners Club - Merit Award (2002). Member of SAACI, KwaZulu-Natal Tourism Authority, South African Tourism Authority, CCSA.
 
Facilities
 
In Room / Unit Facilities

Air-conditioning (ALL Rooms)
Bar fridge (SOME Rooms)
Bath (SOME Rooms)
Bathroom (en-suite) (SOME Rooms)
Bathroom (shared) (ALL Rooms)
Bathroom towels (ALL Rooms)
Bed linen (ALL Rooms)
Blankets (ALL Rooms)
Braai / BBQ (ALL Rooms)
DSTV (ALL Rooms)
Desk (SOME Rooms)
Fridge / freezer (SOME Rooms)
 Iron / ironing board (SOME Rooms)
Kitchen (equipped) (SOME Rooms)
Kitchenette (SOME Rooms)
Patio / balcony (SOME Rooms)
Private entrance (ALL Rooms)
Shower (SOME Rooms)
Tea / coffee facilities (ALL Rooms)
Television (ALL Rooms)
Toiletries (SOME Rooms)

On-Site Facilities and Services

Ablution block(s)
Bar (fully licenced)
Braai / BBQ area(s)
Business facilities
Camping / caravanning (with electrical point)
Childcare service
Conference facilities
Dining room
Family friendly
Garden(s)
Gay friendly
Guest lounge
 Housekeeping
Parking (off-street)
Reception desk
Restaurant
Safety deposit box
Security (fenced)
Shop
Swimming pool
TV / games room
Wedding facilities
Wheelchair friendly

Activities On-Site / Nearby

Horse riding (On-site)
Swimming (On-site)
Abseiling, paintball and archery (On-site)
Bars / entertainment (On-site)
Kayaking / canoeing (On-site)
Children's entertainment (On-site)
Fishing (On-site)
Volleyball and squash (On-site)
Putt-putt (mini golf) (On-site)
Bird watching (On-site)
Cycling / mountain bike trails (On-site)
Farm activities (On-site)
Hiking trails (On-site)
Tennis court(s) (5 km)
Cultural experiences (10 km)
Game viewing (10 km)
Galleries / museums (10 km)
4x4 trails (10 km)
Quad biking (10 km)
Golf course(s) (10 km)
Hang- / paragliding (15 km)
Hot air ballooning (30 km)
Climbing (mountain / rock) (30 km)

Services Nearby

Grocery Store (28 km)
Restaurants / Eateries (28 km)
Laundromat (28 km)
Internet Cafe (28 km)
Bank and/or ATM (28 km)
Post Office (28 km)
Medical Centre (28 km)
 
Rates & Specials
 
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Directions
 
Location   R74, Nearby Bergville, KwaZulu-Natal

From Johannesburg

Take the N3 to Durban / Harrismith, and then take the second off-ramp at Harrismith - Bethlehem N5. Turn right towards Bethlehem and bypass Harrismith. Travel 4.5km and turn left onto the R712 Qwa-Qwa / Phuthaditjhaba / Bergville Road, the alternative route to Durban. Travel a further 8.5km and turn left onto the Bergville R74. Drakensville Mountain Resort is situated another 43km at the bottom of the Oliviershoek Pass. At the first cross road at the bottom of the pass turn left (on your right will be the road to the Northern Berg Resorts). Travel for 2km until you come to a T-junction then turn right. Turn right at the next stop street and travel another 2km following the canal road until you reach a bridge, turn left over the bridge. The entrance to Drakensville Mountain Resort will be situated further up the road on your right hand side.

From Durban

Take the N3 to Johannesburg. Turn off at the Colenso / Bergville R74 off-ramp (this is the first off-ramp after the Estcourt Shell Ultra City). Turn left following the signs to Winterton. Travel through Winterton and Bergville to Drakensville Mountain Resort. The resort is situated 28km from Bergville. Turn right at the road sign saying "Drakensville, Drakensville Koekeloer" and "Jagersrust Township". Travel 8km further and the entrance to the Drakensville Mountain Resort will be on your left hand side.

GPS Coordinates

Latitude: S 28° 36’ 38.6''
Longitude: E 29° 07’ 38.6''
 
Bookings & Enquiries
 
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