Cathedral Peak Hotel
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Cathedral Peak Hotel

No.2 of Family Hotels in KwaZulu-Natal
R394 Cathedral Peak Hotel Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park Cathedral Peak, Gaints Castle Game Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal 3340, South Africa
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With a stay at Cathedral Peak Hotel in Giant's Castle Game Reserve, you'll be steps from Drakensberg Mountains and Maloti-Drakensberg Park. This family-friendly hotel is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Cathedral Peak and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park.Show More
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Highlights
Lots to do
Parking available
Delicious Breakfast
Amenities
Golf Course
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach Volleyball
Horse Riding
Hiking
Spa
Massage Room
Fitness Room
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Property Description
With a stay at Cathedral Peak Hotel in Giant's Castle Game Reserve, you'll be steps from Drakensberg Mountains and Maloti-Drakensberg Park. This family-friendly hotel is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Cathedral Peak and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park.
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4.4/5
Very Good
Excellent food, stunning surroundings in the Drakensberg mountains.
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Surroundings
Landmarks: Drakensberg QUAD and ADVENTURES
(440m)
Landmarks: Cathedral Peak Golf Club
(550m)
Landmarks: Westline Aviation - Cathedral Peak
(590m)
Landmarks: Doreen Falls
(1.7 km)
Landmarks: Nhlonhlweni
(2.2 km)
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Rooms

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Services & Amenities

Policies

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Honeymoon)
6

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Honeymoon)

1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Connecting rooms
Terrace
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Superior Double Room with King Size Bed
7

Superior Double Room with King Size Bed

1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Terrace
Mountain view
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Superior Room
5

Superior Room

1 Double bed or 2 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
Private entrance
Private toilet
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Standard Double Room
11

Standard Double Room

1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Terrace
Mountain view
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Standard Room
11

Standard Room

2 Single bed or 1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
Private entrance
Private toilet
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Executive Double Room with 1 King Bed
8

Executive Double Room with 1 King Bed

1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Terrace
Mountain view
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Standard Room (Thatched)
4

Standard Room (Thatched)

1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Terrace
Mountain view
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Two-Bedroom Family Room
16

Two-Bedroom Family Room

Bedroom 1:2 Single bed and 1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
Private entrance
Private toilet
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King Double Room
4

King Double Room

1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Terrace
Mountain view
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Guest Reviews

4.4/5
Very Good
60 reviews
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  • Cleanliness4.4
  • Amenities4.4
  • Location4.4
  • Service4.4
Average for similar properties in Gaints Castle Game Reserve
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AI Summary
Cathedral Peak impresses with its scenic location, offering diverse activities. Guests appreciate the spacious, comfortable rooms and commend the attentive, friendly staff for their outstanding service.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
August 12, 2023
Excellent food, stunning surroundings in the Drakensberg mountains.
T‍h‍u‍l‍i
August 3, 2023
very helpful and kind staff.Excellent service. nice and clean😍😍😍😍😍
K‍a‍t‍i‍ ‍C
September 27, 2024
We loved our six-night stay at the Cathedral Peak Hotel this September. At least 12 hikes leave from the premises — we recommend taking the guided hike to One Tree Hill (or do it yourself on a nice day, but be prepared to pick your way across the river), the views are absolutely stunning! The hotel itself is a bit of a “blast from the past”in terms of style, but still very comfortable, with such friendly staff and a wide ranging buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our superior room was lovely with a comfy bed, and big shower with hot water. A big highlight for us was the gift shop. Jenny and Michelle were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about the area and hikes, and the shop carried detailed hiking maps for the entire Drakensberg (not easy to find), as well as a good selection of local goodies. Finally, you can’t beat the views from the terrace, so if you aren’t up for hiking, you’ll still feel right in the middle of the mountains. 10/10, we hope to come back!
T‍a‍n‍i‍a‍ ‍E
July 19, 2024
This is the coziest hotel on the mountain peak with the most stunning view! There are plenty of activities to partake in during the day which leaves little room for boredom. The meals are to die for and all the staff members are super friendly and helpful.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 7, 2025
A gorgeous location with nice, clean rooms and good food, but facilities are tired and staff were unhappy. We didn't have a the warmest welcome. We arrived 10 mins early for check-in and we were asked to wait until 2pm exactly to get our room. 10 mins later, a queue formed at check-in with everyone wanting their keys, and loads of people needing their bags taken to rooms, causing congestion and confusion. It's definitely not a customer/guest focused culture at Cathedral Peak Hotel. Generally speaking, service was bad. The front desk staff in particular were little to no help when asking questions about activities, hikes, petrol, and parking. We did have a wonderful guided hike with Samson, our walking guide, but otherwise we didn't find the staff very friendly. It was rare to get a hello or smile from any staff walking by. On the positive side the food is abundant and delicious. There is something for everyone in the main dining room. There is a lot to do at this resort, but the PDF doesn't do the best job of explaining what's on offer or of enticing guests to attend. A suggestion for this resort would be to hire some activity coordinators. E.g. people walking around getting to know the guests and informing them about what is going on at the resort and what is available to do - this would be especially nice on rainy days (which we had a lot of). A lot of the included activities were tailored towards groups with children. I can see how this would be more of an enjoyable stay for families, rather than couples or solo travellers. While we didn't play mini golf, the course definitely looked like it needed a bit of maintenance. We did play badminton and we were given a broken birdie and rackets that were full of rust. Overall, we made the most of our stay. We enjoyed the nature, hikes, food, large rooms, and facilities for what they were worth. Though, for the price, it's not great value and the service does not reflect the 4-star rating.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
December 24, 2024
We spent 6 nights at Cathedral Peak Hotel last week, with our two 20something children. It was an exceptional week. From mini golf to squash to chilling at the pool, my son’s round of golf, the hikes we did, the spectacular views and the exceptional array of dishes in the dining room, we had a fabulous stay. We must make special mention of Zweli, the guide who accompanied us on the Ribbon falls hike, the bird walk and the Albert falls via Doreen falls hike. He was attentive to everyone’s needs, ensured the pace was correct for the slowest walker, and took extra special care when scrambling up rocks to pull those of us up who needed assistance. Needless to say we are checking our diaries to book for April so we can do some other hikes and complete the Cathedral Four Challenge.
J‍o‍n‍a‍t‍h‍a‍n‍ ‍D
November 25, 2024
The location is spectacular and the room was neat and clean, but the aircon was broken and twice when I went to reception to get the WIFI details there was no one there, so, still a stunning destination, but with a few caveats this time.
G‍o‍0‍8‍6‍7‍2‍1‍6‍4‍9‍7‍3
November 24, 2024
I enjoyed my stay at the hotel. The staff were friendly and helpful. The guests were friendly too. The highlights of my trip were the walks and hikes. The food was really good, with a full selection to cater for everyone's needs. The drinks were a bit pricy and I thought that the corkage charge of R80.00 per bottle was excessive. The maintenance of the property needs some attention.

Services & Amenities

Outdoor swimming pool
Fitness Room
Bar
Restaurant
Meeting Room
Children's Playground
Restaurant
Restaurant
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More Amenities
Internet
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking, and Charge, ZAR 36.00 (approx. NZD 3.40) Daily. Reservation needed.
Front Desk Services
Languages Spoken
Food & Drink
Health & Wellness
Activities
Public Areas
Cleaning Services
Facilities for Children
Business Services
Accessibility
Safety & Security

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 14:00
Check-out: 07:00–10:00

Front desk hours: 24/7

Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cots and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.

Breakfast
TypeFull English/Irish
StyleBuffet
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Service Animals
Service animals are not allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.

Paying at the Hotel

Property Description

  • Opened: 1939
  • Renovated: 2008
  • Number of Rooms: 148
With a stay at Cathedral Peak Hotel in Giant's Castle Game Reserve, you'll be steps from Drakensberg Mountains and Maloti-Drakensberg Park. This family-friendly hotel is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Cathedral Peak and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park.

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. After practicing your swing on the golf course, you can enjoy other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and an outdoor tennis court. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and an arcade/game room.

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 104 guestrooms. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the check-in and check-out times at Cathedral Peak Hotel?

The check-in time at Cathedral Peak Hotel is 14:00 and the check-out time is 10:00.

What amenities and services does Cathedral Peak Hotel have?

Cathedral Peak Hotel has the following amenities and services: .

Does Cathedral Peak Hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, Cathedral Peak Hotel has a pool.

Are pets allowed at Cathedral Peak Hotel?

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at Cathedral Peak Hotel.

Does Cathedral Peak Hotel provide breakfast?

Yes, guests at Cathedral Peak Hotel can enjoy breakfast during their stay. Breakfast option(s): Full English/Irish.

How much does it cost to stay at Cathedral Peak Hotel?

Prices at Cathedral Peak Hotel are subject to change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. To view prices, please search for the dates you wish to stay at the hotel.

What is the cancellation policy for Cathedral Peak Hotel?

The cancellation policy for Cathedral Peak Hotel varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

About This Property

Average Price FromNZD433
Hotel Star Rating4