accommodation

Little Switzerland Resort

Northern Drakensberg, South Africa
★★★

About Little Switzerland Resort

With a name like Little Switzerland, it’s a given that you’ll discover more than enough charm at this affordable family-friendly resort nested at the foot of the Northern Drakensberg. The resort boasts a history that spans over a hundred years, from its start as a tea garden to a transformation into quaint Alpine chalets and hotel rooms with breath-taking views of what feels to be the pinnacle of the South African landscape.


Little Switzerland really is something special, from the beautifully manicured grounds to the main building with authentic thatched roofing and local wood framings and furnishings, each with stories of their own. You'll be warmly welcomed and enraptured by idyllic views of the Drakensberg mountains clad in clouds, shrouded in snow, mellow in mist or crisp and clear.

Revel in serene silence far from traffic and meetings, enjoy our hearty buffet carveries, crackling log fires, and perhaps even some pampering at our spa. Relaxation and comfort are yours for the taking at this affordable family accommodation, with plenty of outdoor activities for both kids and adults to complete your stay and guarantee your return.

Perfect For
Adventure Birding Cycling Fishing Flora Hiking Leisure Nature Relaxation Star Gazing Wildlife
Activity Desk
Bar
Barbeque Facilities
Conference Centre
Internet Access (Complimentary)
Kiddies Club
Mobile Connectivity
Pool
Restaurant
Secure Parking
Spa
24-hour Security
Credit Card Facilities
Laundry Service (Available)
Room Service
On Site
Bird Watching
Bowls
Catch-and-release Fishing
Cycling
Fishing
Golf
Horse Riding
Massages
Squash Court
Tennis Court
Walks (Self Guided)
Off Site
Adrenaline Activities
Animal Encounters
Battlefield Tours
Bird Watching
Bowls
Child Friendly Activities
Cultural Tours
Cycling
Fishing
Fly Fishing
General Sightseeing
Golf
Hiking
Historical Tours
Horse Riding
Mountain Biking
Natural History Tours
Rock Climbing
Tennis Court
Walks (Self Guided)
Wildlife Tours
Little Switzerland Resort

Accommodation Options

Executive Suite
The luxury executive suites are ultra-comfortable and beautifully appointed with never-ending views of the surrounding Drakensberg mountains. These suites have ample storage space and feature a king-size bed as well as a full en-suite bathroom with a spa bath. Glass sliding doors lead onto a wooden deck with a seating area. What more could you want on a trip out into the Drakensberg? Inclusions and Room Facilities Mountain view King-size bed En suite bathroom with bath and walk-in shower Wooden deck with seating area Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults Unfortunately, no children under the age of 16 will be allowed and this regrettably includes infants Underfloor heating Safe DSTV (selected channels) Coffee/tea facilities Housekeeping Linen and bath towels Mini-bar stocked on request
Honeymoon Suite
Couples are regular guests at Little Switzerland. With our special Honeymoon Suites, it's easy to see why. Raise your glass for a sundowner on the furnished wooden deck with those easy-om-the-eye mountain views. Cuddle up as the bubbles fill the spa bath. Each suite is beautifully appointed with a king-size bed, underfloor heating and an en-suite bathroom. Inclusions and Room Facilities Mountain view King-size bed En suite bathroom with spa bath and walk-in shower Wooden deck with seating area Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults Unfortunately, no children under the age of 16 will be allowed and this regrettably includes infants Underfloor heating Safe DSTV (selected channels) Coffee/tea facilities Housekeeping Linen and bath towels Mini-bar stocked on request
Superior Room
The Superior rooms are ultra-comfortable and beautifully appointed with never-ending views of the surrounding Drakensberg mountains. These suites feature a queen-sized bed with underfloor heating, ample storage space and a full en-suite bathroom with a spa bath. Glass sliding doors lead onto a wooden deck with a seating area. What more could you want on a trip to the Drakensberg? Inclusions and Room Facilities: Mountain view Queen-size bed En suite bathroom with spa bath and walk-in shower Wooden deck with seating area Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults Unfortunately, no children under the age of 16 will be allowed and this regrettably includes infants Underfloor heating Safe DSTV (selected channels) Coffee/tea facilities Housekeeping Linen and bath towels Mini-bar stocked on request
Deluxe Room
The Deluxe Rooms are a firm favourite, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows to make the most of those signature mountain views. Each room comes with ample storage space and either two three-quarter beds or a queen-sized bed with a full en-suite bathroom. Take your pick between the ground-level garden units with a furnished patio or try a little higher up for a wooden balcony. Inclusions and Room Facilities Mountain view 1 queen-size bed or 2 three-quarter beds En suite bathroom with bath and walk-in shower Patio with seating area Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults Underfloor heating Safe DSTV (selected channels) Coffee/tea facilities Housekeeping Linen and bath towels
Garden Room
These rooms have ample storage space and come with a queen-sized bed. En-suite bathrooms are well-equipped with a bath and/or shower or a shower bath. All the rooms are within easy reach of the pool and feature a furnished outdoor patio which is the picture-perfect spot from which to savour the garden view. Inclusions and Room Facilities Garden view 1 queen-size bed En-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower Patio with seating area Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults DSTV (selected channels) Coffee/tea facilities Housekeeping Linen and bath towels
Deluxe Family Room
For a little extra comfort on your Drakensberg holiday, the Deluxe Family Rooms are just right, especially after a long drive. Each room comes with ample storage space, a queen-sized bed and a three-quarter bed with a full en-suite bathroom. The furnished patios feature views of heavenly mountain scenery, right out of a fairy tale. Inclusions and Room Facilities Mountain view 1 x queen size bed and one three-quarter bed En-suite bathroom with bath and walk-in shower Wooden deck with seating area Sleeps max 3 adults Underfloor heating Safe Dstv Coffee/tea facilities Housekeeping Linen and bath towels
Garden Family Room
These garden-view rooms are perfect for family holidays in the Drakensberg. Each room has ample storage space, a queen-sized bed a double sleeper couch, and a full en-suite bathroom. A room divider adds a spot of privacy for mom and dad. These rooms are spacious with a furnished patio which is within easy reach of the swimming pool. Inclusions and Room Facilities Garden view – pool area 1 queen-size bed and 1 fold-out couch En suite bathroom with bath and walk-in shower Mini kitchenette with bar fridge (not stocked) and a microwave Patio with seating area Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children under 10 DSTV (selected channels) Coffee/tea facilities Housekeeping Linen and bath towels
1 Bedroom Superior Chalet
The Superior Chalets feature one bedroom, and the en-suite bathroom is located on the ground floor, along with the fully-equipped kitchenette and a fireplace in the open-plan lounge area. Glass doors open up to a furnished private patio that looks out onto magnificent mountain views. For stocking up on self-catering supplies, there is a 'quick shop' conveniently located at the entrance. Inclusions and Room Facilities Mountain/forest view Main bedroom with a King Bed and private balcony upstairs Bathroom with bath and walk-in shower Open plan lounge with kitchenette Furnished private patio Sleeps Maximum of 2 guests. Parking Braai Dstv Microwave Stove Fridge Cutlery and crockery Linen and bath towels Fireplace Housekeeping
2 Bedroom Chalet
If you're looking for self-catering accommodation in the Drakensberg, the 6-sleeper chalet ticks all the right boxes. Each unit features two bathrooms, one with a shower and one with a bath. There are also two bedrooms: the main room upstairs with two three-quarter beds pushed together and a second room at the entrance level with two separate three-quarter beds. The open-plan living area includes a fully equipped kitchenette, a fireplace and a lounge area. Glass doors open up to a furnished private patio that looks out onto magnificent mountain views. For stocking up on self-catering supplies, there is a 'quick shop' conveniently located at the entrance. Inclusions and Room Facilities Forest view Main bedroom with 2 three-quarter beds, dressing room, en suite bathroom with bath and private balcony upstairs Second bedroom with 2 three-quarter beds Second bathroom with walk-in shower Open-plan lounge with kitchenette 2 pull-down beds /double sleeper couch in the lounge suitable for children under 10 Furnished private patio Sleeps a maximum of 4 adults and 2 children under 10 Parking Braai facilities (built-in) DSTV (selected channels) Microwave Stove Fridge Cutlery and crockery Linen and bath towels Fireplace (downstairs in the lounge) Housekeeping: Monday to Saturday (limited service on Sundays and public holidays)
2 Bedroom Deluxe Chalet
If you are looking for self-catering accommodation in the Drakensberg, the newly refurbished 6-sleeper Deluxe Chalets tick all the right boxes. Each unit features two bathrooms, one with a shower and one with a bath. There are also two bedrooms: a main room upstairs with two three-quarter beds pushed together and a second room at the entrance level with two separate three-quarter beds. The open-plan living area includes a fully equipped kitchenette, a fireplace and a lounge area. Glass doors open up to a furnished private patio that looks out onto magnificent mountain views. For stocking up on self-catering supplies, there is a 'quick shop' conveniently located at the entrance. Inclusions and Room Facilities Forest view The main bedroom with an extra-length king bed and en suite bathroom with a bath Second bedroom with 2 extra length single beds The second bathroom with a shower Fully equipped kitchen with an open-plan lounge and a fireplace A sleeper couch in the lounge suitable for 2 children under 10 Furnished private patio with braai facilities Sleeps a maximum of 4 adults and 2 children under 10 Parking Braai facilities (built-in) DSTV (selected channels) Microwave Stove Fridge Cutlery and crockery Linen and bath towels Fireplace (downstairs in the lounge) Housekeeping: Monday to Saturday (limited service on Sundays and public holidays)
2 Bedroom Pet Chalet
If you are looking for self-catering accommodation in the Drakensberg, the newly refurbished 6-sleeper Deluxe Chalets tick all the right boxes. Each unit features two bathrooms, one with a shower and one with a bath. There are also two bedrooms: a main room upstairs with two three-quarter beds pushed together and a second room at the entrance level with two separate three-quarter beds. The open-plan living area includes a fully equipped kitchenette, a fireplace and a lounge area. Glass doors open up to a furnished private patio that looks out onto magnificent mountain views. For stocking up on self-catering supplies, there is a 'quick shop' conveniently located at the entrance. Guests should be aware that our pet-friendly units charge an additional pet fee. This is a per-day charge of R100.00 per animal per day. Note on Pet-Friendly Units: Dogs only Maximum number of pets per unit: 2 Only dogs under 15 kg – small to medium size dogs only Pets may not be left unattended in units Pets are allowed only in specified pet-friendly units Pets are not permitted in public areas such as restaurants, pools & activity areas etc Pets must be leashed while on hotel property Guests are responsible for cleaning up after their pets, without exception Additional surcharge included in the rate per day Inclusions and Room Facilities Forest view - Our pet-friendly units face our protected yellowwood forest Main bedroom with 2 three-quarter beds, dressing room, en suite bathroom with bath and private balcony upstairs Second bedroom with 2 three-quarter beds Second bathroom with walk-in shower Open-plan lounge with kitchenette 2 pull-down beds /double sleeper couch in the lounge suitable for children under 10 Furnished private patio Sleeps a maximum of 4 adults and 2 children under 10 Parking Braai facilities (built-in) DSTV (selected channels) Microwave Stove Fridge Cutlery and crockery Linen and bath towels Fireplace (downstairs in the lounge) Housekeeping: Monday to Saturday (limited service on Sundays and public holidays)

Dining & Cuisine

Little Switzerland Restaurant
Look forward to mealtimes at this affordable accommodation near the Drakensberg, where those valley views form the perfect backdrop to your dining experience. As a taste of what to expect, our restaurant serves a buffet breakfast and a light à la carte menu from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Depending on the occupancy of this Drakensberg resort, for dinner, we either serve meals à la carte or as a sumptuous buffet - always a crowd pleaser.
The Drakens Burger Diner
Should a self-catering guest or a weary traveller wish to enjoy a light meal, The Drakens Burger has a wide range of delicious burgers and toasted sandwiches prepared to perfection.
Standard Room Amenities
Air Conditioning
Balcony / Deck
Bath
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Cooking Equipment
Cooking Facilities
Electrical Outlets
Fan
Fireplace
Fridge
Heater
Internet Access (Complimentary)
Laundry Service (Available)
Lounge Area
Mini Bar
Safe
Shower
Tea / Coffee
Television
Underfloor Heating
Portfolio Places
At a Glance
  • Rating:
    ★★★
  • Rooms: 55
  • Check In: 15:00
  • Check Out: 10:30
  • Languages: English

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