Spion Kop Lodge

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Staff

9.2

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About this property

Spion Kop Lodge is set on a 700 hectare farm, just 15 km north of Winterton. It borders the Spion Kop Nature Reserve and is situated close to historic battlefields. The double rooms are situated at the original homestead, and each room comes with a patio and en-suite bathroom. The self-catering units are equipped with kitchen and BBQ facilities. The original barn has been converted into a reception area, dining room and a pub. Other facilities include a conference room and an outdoor pool. Guests can book guided tours to explore historic battlefields, Mount Alice and the campsite where Winston Churchill stayed during the Anglo-Boer War. Other activities offered include game drives, horseback riding and bird watching. Spion Kop Lodge is 30 minutes; drive away from Ladysmith.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

  • Free parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
1 single bed
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Siobhan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Off a typical South African mud road (potholes) this was a lovely oasis of peace and tranquility. Staff were welcoming and friendly, the food good and our room was lovely. We did the Spion Kop tour with Raymond and his knowledge was amazing. A...”
June
South Africa South Africa
“Breakfast was delicious. Rooms were big and bed comfortable”
Avril
South Africa South Africa
“The amazing manager Patricia- from the first phone call I made to the lodge on the Thursday to the checking in to sorting out issues in my room to the last phone call I made at 04:45 am upon my leaving she was just something special. I arrived on...”
Lee
South Africa South Africa
“The most beautiful lush rolling green lawns! As you enter the gate, it’s a 1,5km drive to the lodge - what a treat to see warthogs, donkeys, cows en route to reception. Cows roam freely and and are beautiful.”
Mary
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent position, very quiet and peaceful, well kept gardens”
Gillian
South Africa South Africa
“I always like staying here. booking, check in and check out is quick and easy. Staff are friendly and communication is great. The rooms are very comfortable and have everything you need for a good night's rest.”
Brett
South Africa South Africa
“A beautiful stop in the Battlefields, with wonderful staff that were very attentive to your needs.”
Baldwin
South Africa South Africa
“Staff were very helpful. Unit was clean beautiful setting”
Desmond
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very quiet after staff told nosy guests to keep it down. Loved the breakfast, simple and well prepared.”
Thwala
South Africa South Africa
“The food was delicious and enough. Room was clean”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    International • South African
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Spion Kop Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

* Cardholder & ID/Passport must be present at check-in.

* Credit card used for the online payment must be present at check-in.

* We reserve the right to not refund bank costs upon cancellation for credit card bookings, as the bank does not credit initial deduction costs.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Spion Kop Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.