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A thatched-roof structure with a red carpet leading to a central area with a chandelier.

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a window seat with a view, and a table with bottles.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and two chairs. There is a balcony with a view of the countryside.

A narrow, dimly lit hallway with wooden doors labeled "The Cellar."

1. Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

Lidgetton West

Stephen

RM490

RM564 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a fireplace. There are multiple seating options including a chaise lounge and armchairs. The room features exposed wooden beams on the ceiling and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A dining area with a glass table, upholstered chairs, and pendant lighting.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, a wooden dresser, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

2. Pleasant Places by Sanaandi

Lidgeton

Mahima

RM438

RM504 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A row of brick structures with curved roofs, possibly a series of small buildings or sheds, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a kitchen in the background.

A compact kitchen with a brick wall, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a small seating area with a sofa.

A bedroom with a brick wall, a bed with white bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, and a striped rug.

3. The Old Mushroom Farm

Howick

Johan Robins

RM365

RM419 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and large windows, surrounded by potted plants and stone flooring.

A courtyard with a central pathway leading to a building with a tower-like structure.

A mosaic-tiled bathtub with two showerheads and a drain.

A dining area with a variety of food items, a large decorative plant, and a mirror with a leaf pattern.

4. Fordoun Hotel & Spa

Nottingham Road

Bennett

RM725

RM842 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring leather sofas, patterned chairs, and a central coffee table.

Two people sitting on a bed with a tray of food and drinks, reading books.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a blue armchair.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

5. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

Hilton

Paula

RM398

RM458 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A large stone building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance, and a well-maintained garden with various flowers and shrubs.

A pool table in a room with a stone fireplace, a dining area, and a view of a grassy yard.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a small table with a lamp, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A stone building with a wooden pergola covered in pink flowers, a dog sitting in the foreground, and a garden path leading to the building.

6. The FarSide Farm

Nottingham Road

Joshua

RM341

RM392 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A house with a covered patio, a swimming pool, and a garden.

A dining table set with various dishes, drinks, and a centerpiece of white flowers.

A house with a covered patio, a dining area, and a garden with a birdcage.

A white house with a garden, a satellite dish, and a well-lit outdoor area.

7. Loxley House

Nottingham Road

Desmond

RM580

RM667 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A large, illuminated building with a reflective water surface in front, surrounded by trees.

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk, and a chair.

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A room with a bed, a desk, and a chair, with a window and a door.

8. St Ives Lodge

Lidgetton West

Kylie

RM274

RM315 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A building with multiple windows, a garden area with steps, and outdoor lighting.

A buffet table with various food items including fruits, cheeses, and cereals.

An outdoor wedding venue with white drapes and floral arrangements.

An outdoor dining area with white chairs and tables, surrounded by trees and string lights.

9. Rawdons

Nottingham Road

Leigh

RM779

RM896 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A modern house with a central patio, a pond with a decorative vase, and two illuminated structures with glass doors.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a nightstand, and a view of a grassy area through a door.

A swimming pool surrounded by rocks and greenery, with trees and a grassy field in the background.

A modern bar area with a curved wooden counter, black pendant lights, and seating including a red armchair and a leather sofa.

10. Lythwood Lodge

Lidgetton West

Anonymous traveller

RM545

RM631 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel with a dome and arched entrance, illuminated by warm lighting.

A building with a white facade and a balcony. There are outdoor tables and umbrellas.

A view through a window with a grid pattern, revealing a lush green landscape, a stone structure, and a building with a red roof.

A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a fireplace with a framed picture above, and a vase of flowers.

11. Nottingham Road Hotel

Nottingham Road

Grant

RM467

RM538 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A room with a sofa, a table with a plant, and a view of a forested hillside through large glass doors.

A circular pool with a brick border, surrounded by grass and trees, with the sun setting in the background.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A cozy, open-air structure with a wooden roof and large windows, surrounded by lush trees and greenery.

12. The Hilton Bush Lodge

Hilton

Heino

RM354

RM407 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A covered patio area with outdoor seating, a pergola, and lush greenery.

A covered outdoor area with a brick pathway leading to a building, surrounded by greenery and a lawn.

A stone house with a green roof, a covered porch, and a well-maintained lawn.

A banquet hall with tiered white cakes, wooden chairs, and chandeliers.

13. Old Halliwell Country Inn

Curry's Post

Geoff

RM354

RM407 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A tranquil lakeside scene with houses and trees.

A covered outdoor seating area with a brick fireplace, a table and chairs, and a view of the countryside.

A white building with a pond in front, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering trees.

A dining area with a long table, chairs, a chandelier, and a view of greenery outside.

14. Beacon Vlei Guest Farm

Balgowan

Anonymous traveller

RM253

RM291 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A garden pathway leading to a house with a brick border, surrounded by various trees and plants.

A rustic kitchen with wooden cabinets, a brick oven, and a shelf with various bottles.

A dining table set with a red tablecloth, white plates, and a red vase.

A garden with palm trees and a white fence.

15. Sunbird Guest House

Howick

Irene

RM238

RM274 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bedroom with a large window, wooden furniture, and a view of rolling hills.

A courtyard with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with arches.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a chandelier. There is a view of a kitchen and a scenic landscape through large windows.

A large house with a swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery.

16. Crestwood

Curry's Post

Clarissa

RM471

RM542 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A cozy dining area with a fireplace, a wooden wall, and a decorative horse sculpture above it.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a wall clock, and a window with blinds.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden paneling, a fireplace, and a wine display.

A cozy interior with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, and a chandelier.

17. Bosch Hoek Lodge

Curry's Post

GFT

RM671

RM771 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A residential property with a swimming pool, surrounded by a fenced yard and a large house with a tiled roof.

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A two-story house with a well-maintained lawn and potted plants.

A residential driveway with a tree on the left, a red car parked on the right, and a clear sky.

18. Nutmeg Guest House

Howick

Anonymous traveller

RM234

RM269 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a rural landscape with thatched-roof buildings and greenery.

A room with a large window, a wooden table, a chair, and a bathtub.

A large, oval-shaped bathtub with a white interior and a small towel placed on the edge.

A room with a bed, a desk, and a TV. There is a window with curtains and a lamp on the wall.

19. Hawklee Country House

Fort Nottingham

Elizabeth

RM421

RM421 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a bathtub, and a canopy bed.

A row of traditional houses with thatched roofs, situated on a grassy hillside.

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, a patterned sofa, and a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a thatched roof.

A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, large windows with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

20. Otters Den Self Catering Cottages

Fort Nottingham

RM382

RM439 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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Top Esseldene Hotel Reviews

Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were helpful and accommodating, rooms were spacious and breakfast great"

Bali and Eva Midlands

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay at Bali and Eva was nothing short of exceptional from start to finish—a definitive five-star experience in every sense. The owners have done a phenomenal job curating a world-class luxury retreat right in the heart of the Midlands. Every detail of the accommodation reflects impeccable taste, comfort, and thoughtful design, making it the perfect setting to unwind in style. Beyond the beautiful property, the hospitality truly sets this place apart. The staff were genuinely warm, attentive, and eager to ensure every part of our stay was effortless. Paired with consistently fantastic food that exceeded expectations at every meal, it made for an unforgettable getaway. Bali and Eva delivers an all-round masterclass in luxury hospitality. We cannot recommend it highly enough and will definitely be back."

Old Halliwell Country Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We had a lovely one night stay."

The Hilton Bush Lodge

8/10 Good

"Stunning venue! unit was gorgeous and spacious. its lovely and quiet and private. only critique is there was no milk in my room/ fridge to make tea or coffee and thought the shower floor could use a bit more of a scrub, besides that was a perfect stay."

The Old Mushroom Farm

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay at the Old Mushroom Farm was fantastic. The converted mushroom house into an apartment is awesome and very comfortable. I would recommend it for anyone wishing to explore the Howick/Karkloof area."

Fordoun Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hidden gem. We were so spoiled"

Rawdons

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff, beautiful setting. Feels like you are in the English countryside "

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RM395

RM395 total

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Esseldene?

Located 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from the heart of Esseldene, Fordoun Hotel & Spa is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your stay in the area are ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg and Granny Mouse Country House & Spa. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Esseldene.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Esseldene has to offer?

Millgate Cottage: This holiday home rental outside of Esseldene is located in a rural location, and has an outdoor pool, a patio and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a microwave and an electric kettle. It offers a terrace, a garden and a selection of games so that you can immerse yourself in your holiday. See all vacation rentals in Esseldene.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Esseldene, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Esseldene.

How is it staying in Esseldene?

Visitors to Esseldene will definitely find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 66 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Esseldene.

What should I do while I'm visiting Esseldene?

Places to visit in the wider area include Midmar Dam, Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument and Howick Public Falls. You'll also find Gowrie Farm Golf Course and Fordoun Spa in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Esseldene guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Esseldene?

The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Esseldene is 994 mm.

Esseldene hotels from RM269

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Our top choices for Esseldene hotels

1. Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

2. Pleasant Places by Sanaandi

3. The Old Mushroom Farm

4. Fordoun Hotel & Spa

5. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

6. The FarSide Farm

7. Loxley House

8. St Ives Lodge

9. Rawdons

10. Lythwood Lodge

11. Nottingham Road Hotel

12. The Hilton Bush Lodge

13. Old Halliwell Country Inn

14. Beacon Vlei Guest Farm

15. Sunbird Guest House

16. Crestwood

17. Bosch Hoek Lodge

18. Nutmeg Guest House

19. Hawklee Country House

20. Otters Den Self Catering Cottages

Top Esseldene Hotel Reviews

Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

Bali and Eva Midlands

Old Halliwell Country Inn

The Hilton Bush Lodge

The Old Mushroom Farm

Fordoun Hotel & Spa

Rawdons

More cheap stays in Esseldene

ANEW Hotel Hilton

AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping

Ilawu Hotel

Cosy 2 Bedroom Apartment, in Hilton

The Narina Trogon Nest

Brevisbrook Bed And Breakfast

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