𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝟭𝟬 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 Esseldene (2026)

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1. Rawdons

Nottingham Road

Leigh

S$145

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

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

A covered brick pathway leading to a building entrance with a lantern above.

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

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

2. Fordoun Hotel & Spa

Nottingham Road

Bennett

S$184

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

A house with a sloped roof surrounded by lush greenery and a variety of plants.

3. Pleasant Places by Sanaandi

Lidgeton

Mahima

S$155

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

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

4. The Old Mushroom Farm

Howick

Johan Robins

S$124

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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 traditional Tudor-style building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

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

5. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

Hilton

Daniela

S$133

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a desk, a chair, a plant, and a view of a pool and greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table with a plant, a microwave, and a view of a swimming pool.

A room with two blue chairs, a small round table, and a window with curtains.

6. King's Hill Guest House

Hilton

S$110

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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 spacious room with a pool table, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a stone fireplace.

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.

7. The FarSide Farm

Nottingham Road

Joshua

S$121

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

A spacious living room with two sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier. There is a piano and a dining area visible 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.

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

8. Lythwood Lodge

Lidgetton West

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S$188

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

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.

A playground with a slide and swings, a small building labeled "CRAFT BEER", and a grassy area.

9. St Ives Lodge

Lidgetton West

Kylie

S$100

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

A dining area with a table set for two, a view of the outdoors, and a fireplace.

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

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

10. Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

Lidgetton West

JHW

S$137

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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 hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk with a kettle, and a view of the outdoors.

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

11. The Hilton Bush Lodge

Hilton

Heino

S$121

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

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

A riverside property with thatched-roof cottages, a grassy embankment, and a calm water body.

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

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

12. Hawklee Country House

Fort Nottingham

Elizabeth

S$124

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

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.

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

13. Old Halliwell Country Inn

Curry's Post

Geoff

S$122

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A grassy outdoor area with a table and chairs, a water tank, and a building in the background.

A room with a bed, a wooden bench, a small table with a mirror, and a door leading outside.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and bathtub.

A room with a fireplace, a wooden door, a framed picture on the wall, and a patterned rug on the floor.

14. The Hay Barn

Lions River

S$81

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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

A neatly made bed with a large pillow, a bedside lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

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

15. Loxley House

Nottingham Road

Desmond

S$211

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A conservatory with a view of a swimming pool and surrounding landscape.

A gated entrance to a building with a green roof, a sign indicating 'Knight', and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A sunlit patio with wooden flooring, a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a grill.

A two-story house with a front porch, a swimming pool, and a well-maintained lawn.

16. Gateside Guest House

Hilton

Sally

S$88

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A tranquil lakeside scene with houses and trees.

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

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

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

17. Beacon Vlei Guest Farm

Balgowan

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S$89

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A traditional house with a steeply pitched roof, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden.

A hotel room with a bed, a cityscape painting, and a window with curtains.

A dining area with multiple tables set for four, each with a lace tablecloth and wooden chairs.

A modern building with a glass door entrance, a patio with outdoor furniture, and a garden with a statue of a horse and rider.

18. Biggy Best Cottages

Howick

Cheyne

S$88

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

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

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.

19. Otters Den Self Catering Cottages

Fort Nottingham

S$139

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

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

A garden with palm trees and a white fence.

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

20. Sunbird Guest House

Howick

Irene

S$87

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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Top Esseldene Hotel Reviews

Old Halliwell Country Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We had a lovely one night stay."

Loxley House

10/10 Excellent

"Although it was very cold the staff went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable and provided a heater A bit disappointing was the restaurant was closed they required 24 hrs notice There was a excellent pub just 5 minute drive away The breakfast was very good again excellent staff provided a full English We had a lovely massage followed by a drink in front of a blazing fire and a very pleasant dinner"

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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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Esseldene?

Located 15.1 mi (24.2 km) from the heart of Esseldene, ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your stay in the area are Fordoun Hotel & Spa 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 67 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 Gowrie Farm Golf Course. You'll also find Fordoun Spa and Abingdon Wine Estate 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 S$74

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Go beyond your typical stay in Esseldene

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Our top choices for Esseldene hotels

1. Rawdons

2. Fordoun Hotel & Spa

3. Pleasant Places by Sanaandi

4. The Old Mushroom Farm

5. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

6. King's Hill Guest House

7. The FarSide Farm

8. Lythwood Lodge

9. St Ives Lodge

10. Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

11. The Hilton Bush Lodge

12. Hawklee Country House

13. Old Halliwell Country Inn

14. The Hay Barn

15. Loxley House

16. Gateside Guest House

17. Beacon Vlei Guest Farm

18. Biggy Best Cottages

19. Otters Den Self Catering Cottages

20. Sunbird Guest House

Top Esseldene Hotel Reviews

Old Halliwell Country Inn

Loxley House

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

The Narina Trogon Nest

Cosy 2 Bedroom Apartment, in Hilton

Brevisbrook Bed And Breakfast

Frequently asked questions

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