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The Nest - Drakensburg Mountain Resort Hotel

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Route 600 Champagne Valley Road | Central Drakensberg, Winterton 3340, South Africa
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The Nest - Drakensburg Mountain Resort Hotel
Ranked #2 of 4 hotels in Winterton
4.5 of 5 stars 39 Reviews
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Birmingham, England
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012

Four of us booked this hotel for two nights when we were taking a walking tour of the Drakensberg Mountain area. The location is quite beautiful, especially if your room overlooks the Drakensberg Mountains as ours did. As far as we could ascertain the accommodation included all meals, but we only took breakfast and dinner as we were out all... More

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Duirban
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012
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Took my family early 2012 to this charming child friendly hotel-excellent food and service, tranquil surrounds, warm and friendly staff-all good no bad..we are booked for Easter again- loved it there Pete Bell and fam

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Johannesburg, South Africa
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012

we stopped off at the Nest and was due to stay 2 nights but we loved it so much that we stayed another night and had to drag ourselves away at lunch time as I did not want to drive at night My son's 7 and 10 loved it as well and the youngest one burst into tears when we... More

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012

We booked part of our Christmas holiday at the Nest based on the wonderful reviews on Trip Advisor. The Nest is situated in the most beautiful surroundings of the Central Drakensberg and is certainly a very peaceful place to spend a few days. The staff were all very friendly, the food was good, but not the usual "buffet" that you... More

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Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2011

We booked at the Nest having heard it was a great family holiday resort.We were paying in peak season R3600 for 4 people, 2 adults and 2 children aged 11 and 13.We found the staff friendly BUT the hotel is very run down and the so called newly decorated rooms were terrible.We had 1 bathroom between 4 to share which... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2011

The service of all the staff was fantastic from the moment we got there. The food was exceptional, and both my son and I enjoyed the variety. I loved that 3 meals and 2 teas were included in the cost - it was great value for money. The relaxed environment made our stay extremely pleasant. I will recommend The Nest... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 December 2011 via mobile

I was looking for a place to have a peaceful relaxing time. The Nest offered this and more. It is well located to other activities should you wish to explore. We did not have to leave the hotel to go to any shops, as everything needed was provided for and more. The food menu is something to remember. Thank you... More

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Exeter, United Kingdom
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 December 2011

We had a super break at The Nest, excellent food, extremely caring staff and in such beautiful surroundings. We came back feeling relaxed and rested and determined to go back for a return visit.

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Durban, South Africa
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 December 2011

What a weekend it was !!! THANK YOU guys for your awesomeness and fantastic stay at THE NEST. Once a year i treat myself to a weekend away on my own- to do as little possible but to thank my Maker for all my blessings- family, friends, love, life . . to wonder around in little hide-away shops and purchase... More

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Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 December 2011
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Staying at the Nest hotel was a very wonderful experience. It has a very relaxed atmosphere. One really feels at home and appreciated. The food is excellent, and the dining area is very welcoming and well set. The staff are courteous and friendly, always smiling and welcoming. I was completely blow away by the surroundings, definitely one of the most... More

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Route 600 Champagne Valley Road | Central Drakensberg, Winterton 3340, South Africa
Price range (per night):* 113 AUD - 113 AUD

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