accommodation

Montusi Mountain Lodge

Northern Drakensberg, South Africa
★★★★

About Montusi Mountain Lodge

Montusi Mountain Lodge is an exclusive guest lodge in the northern Drakensberg mountains of Kwazulu Natal, a World Heritage Site, offering superb views of the magnificent Drakensberg Amphitheatre from each of the individual suites. Ten Garden Suites, four Family Suites and two new Mountain suites each have a lounge with TV, DVD player, gas operated fire place and private patio with panoramic views of the Amphitheatre. Relax in peace and tranquillity. Or bike, hike or horse ride in the mountains, swim, play tennis, enjoy birding and fly-fishing. Swing on the flying trapeze at the Adventure Centre nearby or play a round at the nearby Amphitheatre Golf Course. Superb cuisine with delicious home-made breads are a speciality. Relaxation massages offered in-house and small weddings catered for. Personalised service from friendly staff make this owner-run lodge a delight. TGCSA 4-Star Country House | Children by arrangement | WiFi hotspot
24-hour Security
Activity Desk
Bar
Communal Dining
Eco Friendly
Internet Access (Complimentary)
Laundry Service (Available)
Library
Malaria Free
Mobile Connectivity
Pool
Restaurant
Secure Parking
Babysitting Service
Credit Card Facilities
Room Service
On Site
Bird Watching
Catch-and-release Fishing
Cycling
Fine Dining
Fishing
Gourmet Picnic
Horse Riding
Horse-back Safaris
Massages
Tennis Court
Walks (Guided)
Walks (Self Guided)
Off Site
Adrenaline Activities
Battlefield Tours
Bird Watching
Catch-and-release Fishing
Cultural Tours
Cycling
Fishing
Fly Fishing
Game Viewing
General Sightseeing
Golf
Helicopter Rides
Helicopter Scenic Flights
Hiking
Historical Tours
Horse Riding
Horse-back Safaris
Hot Air Ballooning
Massages
Mountain Biking
Natural History Tours
Quad Biking
Walks (Self Guided)

Guest Impressions

Montusi Mountain Lodge

"Beautiful peaceful setting. Excellent, friendly but unintrusive service. We will be back."

- Karen Mayhew
stay at Montusi

"Stunning location,lovely cottages,good food,friendly staff,lots of activities to enjoy from fly fishing,horse riding,mountain biking,hiking.You can also chill out in a lovely swimming pool or enjoy a massage.What more could you want.Will definitely visit again and recommend to friends."

- Celia Jones from United Kingdom
Montusi Mountain Lodge

"The service was fantasitic. The atmosphere was private and sophisticated. The mountain bike trails were great fun for the family. Unfortunately the weather did not permit us to go fishing. We will definitely be back."

- Anonymous from South Africa
Montusi Mountain Lodge

"Montusi Mountain Lodge definitely lives up to its excellent reviews, a stunning mountain retreat. The food was delicious, very nice menus and the service could not be faulted. The family suite was very comfortable. A lovely place to visit if you are seeking tranquility. Particularly enjoyed the late afternoon teas playing good old fashioned board games with my sons in the lounge. Will definitely be back."

- Kim Van Niekerk from South Africa
our stay

"What a lovely weekend, thank you to all staff. Loved every moment , the lodge, the view, the fireplace, the staff and most of all the delicious meals. it was truly a relaxing and very romantic weekend."

- judite miranda from South Africa
Very nice stay at MONTUSI LODGE

"We stayed once again at this lodge and felt very welcome, although our previous stay dated from two years back. This place really deserves a 5 star rating. Nice little touches in the room (candy, free pen, soft drink etc.) add to this feeling of well being. As does the excellent service during dinner and breakfast. The entire place is spacious, well maintained and run by a very friendly and helpful staff. We were glad we could finish our 6th stay in South-Africa in this lodge with its magnificent views."

- Marc and Nana De Groof from Belgium
Montusi

"We really enjoyed our stay. The food was wonderful and the accommodation good and comfortable."

- Anonymous from South Africa
Montusi Mountain Lodge

"My wife and i thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Breath-taking views and position and all round comfort and attention to detail in every respect. Thanks very much for a very pleasant stay."

- Andrew from South Africa
Experience at Montusi Mountain Lodge

"Ooooh what a Lodge . The place is exquisite , stutting views and the food was delicately prepared which was great . The staff members were very helpful and friendly . I will definitely go back"

- Thami Q from Soweto
Montusi Mountain Lodge

"Lived up to its reputation in all aspects: accomodations are clean and comfortable with useful amenities such as a gas fire place and underfloor heating in the bedroom. Meals were very good, especially dinner. We enjoyed the friendly staff and activities such as guided hikes. The view of the Drakensberg from the Lodge are stunning."

- Alexander Amrein from South Africa
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Accommodation Options

Garden Suites Double

Beautiful one bedroom free standing unit with a king size bed, en-suite bathroom (bathtub and walk-in shower), lounge with TV and DSTV, cozy gas operated fire place and private patio with stunning panoramic views of the Drakensberg’s famed Amphitheater

Garden Suites Twin

Beautiful one bedroom free standing unit with two twin beds, en-suite bathroom (bathtub and shower),lounge with TV and DSTV, cosy gas operated fire place and private patio with breath taking panoramic views of the Drakensberg’s famed Amphitheatre.

Mountain Suites

Newly built modern one bedroom free standing unit with king size bed, en-suite bathroom (bathtub and shower), lounge with TV and DSTV, cosy built in gas operated fireplace and private patio with breath taking panoramic views of the Drakensberg

Family Suite-2 bedroom, bath and shower

Spacious family unit consisting of 2 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. King and double bed with bath and shower. The unit has a lounge with TV and DSTV, cosy built in gas operated fire place and private patio with breath taking panoramic views.

Family Suite - 2 bedroom, Showers only

Spacious family unit consisting of 2 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms both with showers. King and double bed. The unit has a lounge with TV and DSTV, a cosy built in gas operated fire place and private patio with breath taking panoramic views

Standard Room Amenities
Balcony / Deck
Bath
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Dressing Gowns
Electrical Outlets
En-Suite
Fan
Fireplace
Fridge
Hair Dryer
Internet Access (Complimentary)
Laundry Service (Available)
Lounge Area
Mini Bar
Pure Cotton Linen
Safe
Satellite / Cable Television
Shower
Tea / Coffee
Television
Underfloor Heating
Verandah
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At a Glance
  • Rating:
    ★★★★
Portfolio Expert Review
"Possibly the only place in the Berg where you have your own individual suite. With a fireplace of course. And the most beautiful view to wake up to…endless mountains; the famed Amphitheatre. The Carte family’s hospitality is legendary, and the food is heartwarming, especially on chilly winter eves."
— Renee, Consultant. Reader. Adventurer. Surfer
Verified Visit
From the Archives
We've proudly represented Montusi Mountain Lodge since 2001. Here is a nostalgic look at their entry from our 2017 Printed Guide Book.
COUNTRY HOUSE - NEAR BERGVILLE
"Montusi Mountain Lodge is an exclusive lodge in the northern Drakensberg mountains, a World Heritage Site, offering superb views of the magnificent Amphitheatre from individual suites, where each has its own private patio, lounge and gas fireplace. Relax in peace and tranquillity, or bike, hike and ride in the mountains. Swim, play tennis, swing on the flying trapeze at the nearby Adventure Centre, enjoy birding and fly-fishing or visit the Amphitheatre Golf Course. Superb cuisine with delicious home-made breads is a speciality. Personalised service from friendly staff make this owner-run lodge a delight. Relaxation massages. Wi-Fi hotspot. Small weddings catered for. 4-Star Country House."
Vintage Portfolio Collection • 2017 Edition

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