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Set in the heart of the Northern Drakensberg, Cavern Resort & Spa provides family-friendly accommodations located 40 mi from Harrismith and 30 mi from Bergville. This historic property is over 75 years old. Providing garden views, all rooms at the resort are equipped with a patio, tea-and-coffee making facilities and private bathrooms. Some of the rooms come with a seating area and a fireplace. Free WiFi is available in public areas. The daily room rate is inclusive of 3 meals and 2 guided morning hikes. A set menu is served for breakfast and dinner, while a light lunch is served buffet-style. Guests are also treated to morning and afternoon tea. Adventure seekers can enjoy hiking and trekking, mountain biking, fly-fishing and horse trails. Guests can also relax alongside the outdoor swimming pool or make use of the tennis court. The on-site spa provides selected massages and beauty treatments. Cavern Resort & Spa welcomes children to enjoy the playground, pony rides and scheduled group activities. The restaurant provides a children's menu and babysitting services are available for a surcharge. The resort is home to over 195 bird species and indigenous fauna and flora. Points of interest nearby include the Sterkfontein Dam and Drakensberg Amphitheater. King Shaka International Airport is located 190 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
1 king bed
and
2 bunk beds
or
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
7.6
High score for Bergville
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  • Charles
    Spain Spain
    Food, and service, was excellent. The equally fine wine cellar couod do with more information about each wine.
  • Colin
    South Africa South Africa
    We enjoyed a wonderful getaway at The Cavern, which is situated in a panoramic location in the foothills of the Drakensberg. The staff were all well trained, friendly and efficient. We had a suite, which was quiet, secluded and peaceful, with a...
  • Fiona
    South Africa South Africa
    Meals exceptional. Views surreal Good hikes for the fit and gentler walks for the not so fit. Staff friendly, welcoming and competent. Hotel tastefully furnished Large beautifully maintained pools and grounds Very well stocked wine cellar

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Dining Room
    • Cuisine
      South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Amenities of Cavern Resort & Spa
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Walking tours
  • Tennis equipment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Bowling
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Darts
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
    Additional charge
  • Playground
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Outdoor play equipment for kids
    • Indoor play area
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Babysitting/Child services
      Additional charge
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    General
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Wake-up service
    • Heating
    • Packed lunches
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Outdoor swimming pool
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Shallow end
    • Waterslide
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Spa
    • Full-body massage
    • Hand massage
    • Head massage
    • Couples' massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Spa facilities
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Waterslide
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa
      Additional charge
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Cavern Resort & Spa takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:30 PM to 8:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Cavern Resort & Spa accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Cavern Resort & Spa of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about Cavern Resort & Spa

    • The prices at Cavern Resort & Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at Cavern Resort & Spa include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Suite
      • Family
      • Triple

    • Cavern Resort & Spa is 24.2 miles from the center of Bergville. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, Cavern Resort & Spa is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Cavern Resort & Spa offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Spa
      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Playground
      • Pool table
      • Game room
      • Bowling
      • Ping-pong
      • Tennis court
      • Fishing
      • Darts
      • Horseback riding
      • Swimming pool
      • Foot massage
      • Walking tours
      • Back massage
      • Full-body massage
      • Spa facilities
      • Head massage
      • Neck massage
      • Entertainment staff
      • Tennis equipment
      • Couples' massage
      • Spa/Wellness packages
      • Hand massage

    • Check-in at Cavern Resort & Spa is from 2:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Cavern Resort & Spa has 1 restaurant:

      • Dining Room

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.