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Best hotels in KwaZulu Natal Battlefields

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Fugitives' Drift

KwaZulu Natal Battlefields

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8 Rooms

From $270 per person/night

Historic, country-style lodge set on a hillside close to the famous battlefields.

Perched high on a ridge overlooking the Buffalo River Gorge and the historic Rorke’s Drift, with Isandlwana glinting in the distance, Fugitives’ Drift is nothing short of spectacular. It was on these lands that the Zulu war was fought in 1879 and the property is dedicated to sharing the fascinating history of both the battles and the people of the area. Established by David and Nicky Rattray who pioneered Heritage Tourism in South Africa and have extensive experience in the hospitality industry, the lodge itself is tranquil and intimate, and after an emotionally-charged day on the battlefields, you’ll feel like you’ve come home.

Three Tree Hill Lodge

KwaZulu Natal Battlefields

9 Rooms

From $350 per person/night

Small, intimate, eco-friendly lodge set against spectacular mountains

Three Tree Hill Lodge is set against the magnificent backdrop of the Drakensberg Mountains, and overlooks the secluded Mfazimnyama Valley of the Spioenkop Game Reserve. It is an owner-managed, eco-friendly, historic lodge offering spectacular scenery, locally grown farm-style country food and warm hospitality in a relaxed atmosphere. The lodge has 6 double/twin cottages along with 3 self contained cottages namely Kiplings Family, Churchills and Burchells which can accommodate different group sizes and offer different views of the reserve depending on where you stay. It is also the perfect base to explore the major Anglo-Boer War Battlefields in KwaZulu Natal, and the Northern Drakensberg Mountains, a world heritage site. History and wildlife enthusiasts will love this comfortable and welcoming lodge.

Nambiti Hills Game Lodge

KwaZulu Natal Battlefields

9 Rooms

From $350 per person/night

Safari in style - masses of romance and seclusion in a spectacular setting.

Nambiti Hills Private Game Lodge is a stylish choice, particularly for couples looking for a special place to enjoy a romantic safari. This Big 5 reserve was once a farming area, now restored to its original wild state, and stretches across Zululand bushveld with iconic rocky mountain ridges, wide open plains, and seasonal rivers. Clean lines, sleek designs and contemporary furnishings offer a high level of luxury and timeless safari chic. The exclusivity of being situated within a private reserve gives a feeling of having this piece of game-rich wilderness to yourself.

Spionkop Lodge

KwaZulu Natal Battlefields

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12 Rooms

From $280 per person/night

Colonial charm and dramatic views in KwaZulu-Natal’s historic battlefields

Spionkop Lodge is a beautifully restored colonial family homestead in the interior of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal. A small lodge, it's surrounded by 280 hectares of private farmland and forested hills, with the distant backdrop of the magnificent Drakensberg mountains, and the beautiful Spioenkop Dam and Nature Reserve nearby. The setting is so tranquil that it's difficult to imagine that this area once rang with the shouts of battle during the bloody South African War of 1899–1902. Then war correspondent Winston Churchill stayed here while recording the events, and the current owners lead specialised tours to the heart of the action.

Fugitives' Drift Guest House

KwaZulu Natal Battlefields

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6 Rooms

From $170 per person/night

Green and peaceful hillsides that once rang with the clash of battle.

Aspects of South Africa's volatile history are the very fabric of Fugitives' Drift, from the lodge's period architecture to its historic battlefield location. Book a stay, and the knowledgeable historians and guides on staff bring will them all to life. For this is where the battles of Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift took place during the 1879 Anglo-Zulu War. It's also the former home of Johan Potgieter, a charismatic lay historian whose tradition of storytelling was later adopted by the Rattray family. David and Nicky Rattray pioneered heritage tourism here, designing tours that bring the Anglo-Zulu War to life.

Isandlwana Lodge

KwaZulu Natal Battlefields

12 Rooms

From $460 per person/night

Tranquil, grassy plains that shield the memories of a bloody battle of opposing nations.

Overlooking one of the most famous battle sites in South Africa, Isandlwana Lodge is poised to allow visitors a deep dive into history. This is where Anglo and Zulu forces first skirmished, and where some 20,000 Zulu warriors, armed with spears and cowhide shields, overwhelmed the British army in a decisive victory. The lodge weaves together warm and welcoming hospitality with artful storytelling, offering battlefield tours with expert guides, some of whom are descendants of those Zulu warriors. With phenomenal views of the plains and distant escarpment, the lodge clings to the iNyoni rock formation on which the Zulu commander stood.

Zulu Rock Lodge

KwaZulu Natal Battlefields

7 Rooms

From $290 per person/night

Designed for those desiring an intimate and serene retreat, Zulu Rock Lodge can accommodate a maximum of 16 guests, ensuring a personalized and exclusive experience. With no fences to hinder the connection with nature, guests at Zulu Rock Lodge are invited to fully immerse themselves in the stunning natural surroundings, embracing a true sense of oneness.

Hartford House

KwaZulu Natal Battlefields

From $160 per person/night

Peering through one teakwood door at Hartford House, you face the splendour of the 1800s. Opening another, the distant sounds of an ancient people at work lilt across the silent landscape, a country of great space, spectacular mountains and big skies. This place commands a headland between the world of traditional cultures and the gracious style of a bygone era. Hartford is the resolution of all South African safaris, the journey's exclamation point. A retreat from the hubbub where you make sense of a fast life and its senseless details, and where we learn to redress ourselves on a first name basis. There are too many luxury hotels in the world offering the same: a chocolate on the pillow, canned romance, and cuisine called "haut" because it's spelled in French.

Umzinyathi Farmhouse

KwaZulu Natal Battlefields

3 Rooms

From $70 per person/night

This farmhouse is a charming stone and corrugated iron roof building built in the 1920’s. It was the home of George Buntting, who was an expert on the Anglo Zulu War. The farmhouse is at the top of the reserve and has a wonderful view of Isandlwana. After major renovations, it now has 3 ensuite bedrooms, sitting room with a fire place, dining room, kitchen and large veranda.