Accommodation options in this South African province are as diverse as the province itself, from luxury hotels overlooking beaches washed by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean to fine lodges in wilderness areas like Phinda and Hluhluwe-iMfolozi. Many guest houses, hotels, lodges, and national park camps are available to those who travel to KwaZulu-Natal.
The Beverly Hills Hotel on South Africa's North Coast offers five-star accommodation in one of the country's most popular seaside towns - Umhlanga. The plush hotel enjoys a prime beachfront position and is an excellent base for exploring the area's highlights.
Cathedral Peak is a Drakensberg hotel that dates back to 1939. This local institution offers access to all the outdoor pursuits provided by South Africa's most significant mountain range, from hiking and mountain climbing to fishing and horse riding.
Fugitives Drift Lodge is located amongst the historic battlefields of KwaZulu-Natal on a 5,000-acre nature conservancy. Gain insight into the battles of the Boers, British, and Zulus while relishing the beautiful natural scenery.
Ghost Mountain Inn is located in the Zululand region of KwaZulu-Natal, a rural area where nature regularly overlaps with village life. A highlight of your stay is sure to be a boat cruise on Lake Jozini, which elephants regularly visit for swimming.
Hartford House is an exclusive five-star boutique hotel in the picturesque Midlands Meander of the KwaZulu-Natal province. The property forms part of Summerhill Stud, which hosts the First Family of Dubai's stallions.
Hilltop Camp offers comfortable accommodation in South Africa's oldest game park - Hluhluwe. The reserve is the finest destination in South Africa to encounter black and white rhinos, along with the other members of the Big Five.
Mkuze Falls Lodge is located in a private wilderness amidst the rolling green wilderness of Zululand in KwaZulu-Natal. The lodge offers land- and water-based game viewing and accommodations with beautiful views of the Mkuze waterfall.
The four-star Montusi Mountain Lodge offers intimate accommodation surrounded by the Drakensberg Mountains' alpine beauty. Adventure abounds, from hiking and picnics alongside waterfalls to horse riding and fly fishing.
Ntshondwe offers comfortable rest camp accommodation for visitors to Ithala Game Reserve, which is famous for its proliferation of giraffes. The camp overlooks a valley below the gaze of the towering Ngotshe Mountains.
The Oyster Box Hotel is one of the most exclusive five-star hotels in South Africa. Enjoy prime beachfront real estate in the North Coast town of Umhlanga. The Oyster Box's sumptuous interiors, award-winning spa, and gourmet restaurants will enhance your holiday.
Phinda Forest Lodge is set in the magical sand forest of the Phinda Private Game Reserve. The sixteen 'Zulu-Zen' style suites are truly unique and luxurious. Enjoy an unforgettable Big Five safari in this remarkable wilderness setting.
Homestead is a luxury private villa in the award-winning Phinda Private Game Reserve in the game-rich northern part of KwaZulu-Natal. The villa is for the sole use of your traveling party and features a personal ranger, tracker, chef, and butler dedicated to making your safari unforgettable.
Phinda Mountain Lodge is the ideal family retreat in the Phinda Reserve. The lodge's setting offers uninterrupted views of the foothills of the Lebombo Mountains in northern KwaZulu-Natal. The main activities are 4X4 game drives, bush walks, and cultural experiences.
If you intend to enjoy a safari in northern KwaZulu-Natal in eastern South Africa, Phinda Rock Lodge is one of the finest top-end lodge choices in the area. It is in the Phinda Private Game Reserve, perched upon a magnificent rocky outcrop.
Phinda Vlei Lodge is a romantic and intimate lodge that overlooks a unique wetland system in the Phinda Private Game Reserve - the premier private reserve in northern KwaZulu-Natal. The unique location offers ever-changing game viewing from the comfort of your suite.
The Boathouse is a nautically themed guest house on South Africa's North Coast in the bustling seaside town of Ballito, with easy access to the beach and lovely views across the Indian Ocean.
Three Tree Hill offers fine four-star accommodation that borders the Spioenkop Game Reserve in the battlefields region of KwaZulu-Natal. Perched on a hill, the lodge enjoys stunning views across the historic rolling valleys and hills.
Zimbali is a sprawling sub-tropical estate perched on the sandy shores of South Africa's North Coast. It offers the ideal leisurely getaway, boasting stylish five-star accommodations, a splash of striking swimming pools, and a championship golf course.