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SpionKop Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly lodge with an outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Cottage (Acacia) | Individually furnished, bed sheets
Bar (on property)
Cottage (Acacia) | Terrace/patio
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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Cottage (Acacia) | Terrace/patio

Cottage (Acacia)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
3 bedrooms
  • 40 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room | Individually furnished, bed sheets

Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Refrigerator
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Cottage (Aloe) | Terrace/patio

Cottage (Aloe)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Lodge Rooms | Individually furnished, bed sheets

Lodge Rooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Refrigerator
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Ladysmith, SpionKop Lodge is in the historical district and near a train station. Winterton Museum and Ladysmith Siege Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit The Oval Mall and Murchison Mall. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game drives and game viewing.
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3370, KwaZulu-Natal, Ladysmith, Off R600

What's nearby

  • Spioenkop Dam - 16 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Bergville Mosque - 32 min drive - 39.5 km
  • Emnambithi Cultural Centre - 37 min drive - 44.0 km
  • Spioenkop Battlefield - 41 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Drakensberg Boys Choir School - 55 min drive - 49.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Saleyard Steakhouse - ‬9 min drive

About this property

SpionKop Lodge

Upscale family-friendly lodge in the historical district
Take advantage of an airport shuttle, a poolside bar, and a terrace at SpionKop Lodge. Adventurous travelers may like the boating and horseback riding at this lodge. The on-site restaurant, Dinning Area, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A banquet hall, meeting rooms, and bicycle tour information
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free newspapers.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

Languages

English, French, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 110 for adults and ZAR 80 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bar
  • Dinning Area

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Bicycle tours
  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1888
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 2:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 110.00 for adults and ZAR 80.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 4200.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access

Property is also known as

SpionKop Lodge Lodge
SpionKop Ladysmith
SpionKop Lodge
SpionKop Lodge Ladysmith
SpionKop Lodge Ladysmith
SpionKop Lodge Lodge Ladysmith

Frequently asked questions

Does SpionKop Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

Is SpionKop Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at SpionKop Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at SpionKop Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 2:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at SpionKop Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does SpionKop Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 4200.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is SpionKop Lodge located?

Located in the historical district, this family-friendly lodge is 6 mi (9.6 km) from Spioenkop Dam and 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Winterton Museum. Murchison Mall and The Oval Mall are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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SpionKop Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gunnar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great stay

Great stay in a lodge in beautifull nature, and with a friendly staff, and a great manager
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room clean and comfortable. Wonderful, efficient and accommodating staff. Well worth the overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet and just what we wanted. Food options were good. Great service from the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Huw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay here while visiting the Boer war sites in the area with Raymond. The premises is a renovated historic farm from the war era, retaining as much of the original detail as possible. The bar is cosy and reeks of history while the dining area is a modern addition. I stayed in the old house, which has been converted into a number of en-suite bedrooms. Nature surrounds you in the beautiful grounds and the staff were friendly and attentive. Meals were simple but filling and fantastic. Raymond is incredibly knowledgeable and the tours he gives are full of expert detail. Although I had read a number of books about the war, actually visiting the sites on and around this property really brought home the tragedy and futility of the events. Thanks to Raymond and the staff for looking after me and showing me around!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Francois

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Arlene

The accommodation was pretty average and I would rate them 3 stars, definitely not 4 stars. Info from Alistair and Lynette was extremely helpful, thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent food and service. Raymond galvez us a fantastic account of the battle of spionkop
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tim, St. Francis Bay, South Africa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay in a place steeped in History

I stayed one night at Spion Kop Lodge en route to Isandlwana. The staff were very welcoming, I was the only diner that evening in the restaurant and got excellent service. I loved the many historical artifacts and pictures decorating the lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very difficult to find if you have no internet in the car The GPS doesn t know the place. Had to ask people in petrol stations. But nice place!

10/10 Excellent

Rabea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sehr schöne und gepflegte Anlage.

Wir können die Anlage nur weiter empfehlen!

10/10 Excellent

S, Deutschland, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel and restoraunt with beautiful view

Great place! Had slight problem with the cabin we were going to stay in, but the management handled it very gracefully and without a problem. Overall great environment, beautiful view, friendly people, comfortable spaces.

8/10 Good

Mmeli, Umkomaas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A History Class

A visit to Spionkop Lodge is so enlightening because of the history buried in the area delivered so enchantingly by the hosts. It's a true oasis bang in the middle of an African bush. The cottages however are a bit secluded for my liking, and after dark you really wonder if you are completely safe. But my fears proved unfounded because the surroundings are as tranquil as they come.

8/10 Good

Michael, Lugano

Liked: Room comfort

Lodge in den Bergen mit interessantem Umfeld

Lodge war nur als Zwischenstopp gedacht. Ist jedoch wert, wiederzukommen. Freundlich, aufmerksam, unterschiedliche Zimmertypen, Frühstück OK, Abendessen möglich, zwei Hauptgerichte zur Auswahl; für Selbstversorger Küche in den Cabanas. Netter kleiner Pool.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

何もせずのんびり静かに過ごしたい方へ

まず言いたいのは、夕食が大変おいしかったということです。スープ、メイン、デザート。食後にチーズが出てきました。その辺のレストランでは食べられないレベルのおいしさでした。 もともとセルフケータリングの部屋を予定していたのですが、ダブルブッキングでキッチンのない部屋へ急遽変更となり、その対応として食事をお願いしたわけですが、それが思いの外おいしくてびっくりしました。不幸中の幸いでした。 ロッジの周りは緑が多く、敷地はよく整備された芝生が広がっていました。小さいプールがあるくらいで、何があるわけではないので、とにかくゆっくりしたい方にはよいと思います。 立地としては、１番近いのは、カテドラルピークで約１時間、ロイヤルナタールが約１．５時間、ジャイアントキャッスルとゴールデンハイランドは約２時間かかるような場所です。 部屋については、鍵が使えないところや、茶色いお湯や水が出てきたりと、気持ちよく使えたかというとそうではなかったかなという感じです。だいぶ年期があるので多少不具合も出てきている感じです。（私が泊まった部屋に関してですが） サービスについては、本当はよいのかもしれません。しかし、私が泊まったのがクリスマスだったことで、オーナーさん方もお休みしていたのかなという感じです。２６日になると従業員の方が増えていたので、南アフリカでクリスマスにサービスを求めてもいけないのかもしれません。ということで、サービスについてはよい印象はありません。実際のところは分かりません。

8/10 Good

Annemarie, charlotte nc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

In the middle of nowhere

A very comfortable place despite the temps in the mid to upper 90's(no A/C in the bedroom. but very dry humidity and a gentle wind kept us comfortable.

8/10 Good

maria van dommelen, voorburg

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

uitstekend eten, mooi uitzicht

heerlijke locatie, echter het verblijf is erg verouderd, slechte douche, koud in de winterperiode. Eten in het restaurant is super.

10/10 Excellent

Colleen, Nevada, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Delightful location, close to the mountains

We spent two nights at SpionKop Lodge during the midst of a two week trip to South Africa. Unfortunately our flight was delayed by several hours coming into Durban which resulted in our getting to SpionKop Lodge quite late. We kept in contact via phone and there were people waiting for us even with our late arrival. All of the staff was very helpful. The cottage we were assigned was quite large - well beyond our expectations. The beds should be replaced - we could feel the springs in several of the beds. Our breakfast was quite nice, but was not included - that would have definitely been our preference. We did a Battle site tour our last morning through the lodge and that was excellent! We spent a day hiking in Royal Natal National Park - it was about an hour drive from the lodge. A beautiful location, but it is necessary to have a car when staying here if you want to do anything besides sit.

10/10 Excellent

Flochrane, Oxfordshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location in a family run lodge.

A wonderful peaceful location in a family run lodge. Plenty to see and do in the surrounding area, just wish we could have stayed longer

10/10 Excellent

Chranel, Pretoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly service

Peace and quiet for city people. Lovely surroundings, friendly hosts and roomy accommodation. The children enjoyed the pool and we also had a nice dinner.

8/10 Good

R.H., Korbach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

4 point 5 out of 5 overall and quite worth it!

Familiar atmosphere, very helpful and assisting hosts, convenient location to visit Drakensberge's scenic points and quite a good value for the money. Worth to go there again.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful retreat rear the Drakensburgs

A fabulous place to stay near the Drakensburgs. The bird life in the gardens is amazing. Be sure you like dogs before booking. The resident dogs are a delight