𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝟭𝟬 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 Lions River (2026)

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Abingdon Wine Estate

Airport shuttle included

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

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

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

A cozy room with a wooden table, chairs, a fireplace, and framed pictures on the wall.

1. The Hay Barn

Lions River

S$85

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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

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

2. St Ives Lodge

Lidgetton West

Kylie

S$78

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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

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

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.

3. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

Hilton

Daniela

S$136

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 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 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.

A brick building with arched windows and a garden with various plants.

4. The Old Mushroom Farm

Howick

Johan Robins

S$125

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 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 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.

5. Pleasant Places by Sanaandi

Lidgeton

Mahima

S$157

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

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

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

6. Fordoun Hotel & Spa

Nottingham Road

Bennett

S$247

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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

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.

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.

7. The FarSide Farm

Nottingham Road

Joshua

S$124

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A modern hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area with striped sofas, a potted plant, and a vase with flowers.

A hotel with a prominent sign reading "Road Lodge by City Lodge Hotels".

A modern dining area with round tables, black chairs, and potted plants.

An outdoor pool area with a covered patio, seating, and a view of the cityscape.

8. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

Pietermaritzburg

John

S$73

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A bathroom with a white sink, a faucet, and a soap dispenser.

A bed with a dark headboard, white bedding, and decorative pillows. There is a folded towel on the bed, a remote control on a side table, and a framed picture on the wall.

A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, and a window with a geometric pattern.

9. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

Scottsville

S$34

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A modern hotel lobby with a round glass table, a large floral centerpiece, and a seating area with chairs.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A modern lobby with a round wooden table, a sofa, and a patterned armchair.

A modern living room with a plush ottoman, a wooden side table with a vase of flowers, a patterned armchair, and a mirror on the wall.

10. Golden Horse Hotel

Scottsville

CATHRINE Terry

S$166

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An open doorway leading to a room with a table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A dining area with a white table and chairs, a vase of flowers, and a bookshelf with decorative plates.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a bedside table, and a view of greenery outside.

11. Lexden Guesthouse

Pietermaritzburg

Alistair

S$276

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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

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.

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

12. Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

Lidgetton West

JHW

S$136

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A house with a unique conical roof structure, a barbecue area, and a small pool.

A spacious living area with a leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and wicker chairs. A large window offers a view of the outdoors.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a fan, and a view of a green landscape through a sliding door.

A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and wicker chairs. There is a dining table with chairs and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

13. Belvidere Country Estate

Howick

S$208

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by a patio area with outdoor seating and a covered section.

A building with a reception area, stone facade, and large windows.

A covered outdoor seating area with a planter of blue flowers, a brick pathway, and a yellow building with large windows.

A brick pathway leading to a house with a garden and a clear blue sky.

14. Madlula's Guesthouse

Scottsville

S$99

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

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

A building entrance with a sign reading 'Hampton,' a sliding glass door, a small step leading to the door, and a potted plant.

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

15. King's Hill Guest House

Hilton

S$93

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

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

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

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

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

16. The Hilton Bush Lodge

Hilton

Heino

S$122

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A rustic wooden archway with a metal gate, surrounded by lush greenery and a dirt path.

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

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

17. Biggy Best Cottages

Howick

Cheyne

S$89

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 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 cozy living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a bed.

18. Old Halliwell Country Inn

Curry's Post

Geoff

S$123

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

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

A compact kitchen with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

19. Nutmeg Guest House

Howick

Anonymous traveller

S$85

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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

A garden with palm trees and a white fence.

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a nightstand, a lamp, and an air conditioning unit.

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

20. Sunbird Guest House

Howick

Irene

S$87

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

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Stay near popular Lions River attractions

Abingdon Wine Estate

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Abingdon Wine Estate during your travels to Lions River.

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Top Lions River Hotel Reviews

Golden Horse Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Greta place to stay staff are so helfule"

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"

Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

10/10 Excellent

"Very good place to stay for a quick business trip"

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"

Redlands Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I didn't have brea"

Wensleydale Guest Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely amazing stay here with friendly and helpful staff throughout my stay👌"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Lions River?

Based on our traveller data, The Hay Barn is one of the top choices for your stay. This guest house offers free parking and in-room fireplaces. Two other choices for your trip to the area are Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg and ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Lions River.

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

Millgate Cottage: This holiday home rental outside of Lions River 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 Lions River.

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

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

What is staying in Lions River like?

Those travelling to Lions River will definitely enjoy the sights to see and things to do. In Lions River, there are 2 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Lions River.

What are the top places to visit in Lions River?

A favourite place to visit is Abingdon Wine Estate. You'll also find Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument and Midmar Dam in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Lions River guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Lions River?

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 Lions River is 994 mm.

Lions River Hotels from S$34

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Our top choices for Lions River hotels

1. The Hay Barn

2. St Ives Lodge

3. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

4. The Old Mushroom Farm

5. Pleasant Places by Sanaandi

6. Fordoun Hotel & Spa

7. The FarSide Farm

8. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

9. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

10. Golden Horse Hotel

11. Lexden Guesthouse

12. Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

13. Belvidere Country Estate

14. Madlula's Guesthouse

15. King's Hill Guest House

16. The Hilton Bush Lodge

17. Biggy Best Cottages

18. Old Halliwell Country Inn

19. Nutmeg Guest House

20. Sunbird Guest House

Stay near popular Lions River attractions

Abingdon Wine Estate

Top Lions River Hotel Reviews

Golden Horse Hotel

Loxley House

Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

The Hilton Bush Lodge

The Old Mushroom Farm

Fordoun Hotel & Spa

Redlands Hotel

Wensleydale Guest Lodge

More cheap stays in Lions River

Lake Sands Manor

ANEW Hotel Hilton

AfriCamps at Gowan Valley - Glamping

Restwell Accommodation

The Narina Trogon Nest

Ilawu Hotel

Frequently asked questions

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