The Cavern Resort & Spa
CEDARBERG RATING
Premier
Overview
- Stunning setting with walks direct from the hotel
- Wide range of sporting activities
- Family resort with loads of kid-friendly facilities
- Daily guided walks with hotel guides
The Cavern Resort & Spa is situated in a secluded valley in the northern Drakensberg mountains beneath the towering slopes of Hlolela and Sugarloaf Peaks. It is a natural paradise of indigenous forests and mountains, making this the ideal setting for an enjoyable few days. It lies adjacent to the Royal Natal National Park with its famous Amphiteatre view and the Tugela Gorge walk.
As with a similar hotel, Cathedral Peak Hotel, the Cavern Resort & Spa is a little old-fashioned and very much a mountain resort hotel, but if a stunning location in the Drakensberg mountains is what you are looking for, the Cavern is a perfect choice.
Accommodation
The Cavern Resort & Spa offers standard, superior or suite accommodation and we recommend paying the little extra to take the superior rooms which have a better setting and also TV and minibar. All accommodation at The Cavern is in attractive thatched buildings with en suite bathrooms and magnificent views of the surrounding mountains. Private patios let you soak up the sun, listen to the sounds of forest streams and relax in this mountain wilderness.
The Cavern is an ideal walking hotel. After breakfast, you can join the hotel guide on one of the morning guided hikes into the hills. Study bushman paintings, view the unspoilt splendour or swim in a 'berg stream before returning with good appetite for a tasty lunch.
Activities at The Cavern
The Cavern Resort & Spa also offers a wide range of sporting activities. There's horse riding, mountain biking, quad biking, tennis, bowls, volley ball, swimming or trout fishing on offer. Relax and enjoy the view from the front lawn on a summer's evening, or enjoy the cozy log fire in winter.
Similarly the Cavern is perfect for family holidays with loads on offer for children, including pony rides, a jungle gym, trampoline, kiddies pool and play area, children's dining room. (Note that traditional family resort hotels in South Africa usually ask younger kids to either eat in the kids’ dining room or for families to eat early.) Family accommodation can be either in one of the family units with children’s rooms or inter-leading rooms. Younger children eat separately in the children's dining room. At adult meal times a nanny is provided, free of charge, in the playroom to look after the children while parents are enjoying their meal.
At A Glance
Mountain biking
Recommended for families
Garden
Mountain Views
Swimming pool
Restaurants
Beautiful Landscapes
Spa
Walking Trail
Wifi on premises
In Pictures
The Cavern Resort & Spa on the map
Rooms
Standard Double/Twin Room
Our Standard accommodation is set in lush garden landscapes with a vibrant mix of indigenous planting, filled with the sounds of birdlife. Each room has king or twin beds, bathroom en suite, tea and coffee making facilities and a patio to soak up the sun and enjoy the mountain splendour. There are no TV’s in the standard accommodation.
Superior Room
Our finely appointed Superior accommodation is set overlooking the magnificent indigenous Fern Forest with private patios to enjoy the views, listen to the sounds of forest streams and relax in our mountain wilderness. Our superior rooms have king-size or twin beds, are spacious and have a TV and bar fridge.
Superior Suite
Our finely appointed Superior accommodation is set overlooking the magnificent indigenous Fern Forest with private patios to enjoy the views, listen to the sounds of forest streams and relax in our mountain wilderness. Our superior rooms have king-size or twin beds, are spacious and have a TV and bar fridge.
Standard Interleading Room
This standard family interleading units consists of two bedrooms. The master bedroom has a double bed and the second bedroom has 2 single beds/ bunk-beds for children. The rooms are comfortable with en suite bath and shower, tea and coffee making facilities and outside patio. These units are set in lush garden landscapes with a vibrant mix of indigenous planting, filled with the sounds of birdlife. Some units do not have mountain views. Minimum rates apply in peak season. Please note that this room should be occupied by at least 3 pax.
Standard Three Bedded Family Room
This standard family room sleeps 3 and consists of a king size double bed and a single bed in the same room. The room is spacious and comfortable, with en suite bath and shower, tea and coffee making facilities and a patio. We can fit a cot or shorti bed in these rooms for young children. These rooms are set in lush garden landscapes with a vibrant mix of indigenous plants, which attract a myriad of birdlife.
Superior Family Suite
The superior family suites consists of two bedrooms and a lounge. The master bedroom has a king size double bed and the second bedroom has a set of bunk beds / twin beds for children. The units are comfortable with en suite bath and shower, tea and coffee making facilities, TV, bar fridge, fireplace and outside patio. Minimum rates apply in peak season.
