Champagne Castle Hotel - Champagne Valley

Fine views and lekker vibes 🌄

Views from the room were lekker, perfect to chill with a cuppa. The buffet meals were massive and really tasty, especially the gala dinner, loved the 80s theme! The staff were super friendly, like buh-lah!

Reception could've been a bit more cute, didn't quite have that warm vibe.

incredible remote location, near the drakensberg mountains, stunning hikes and facilities as well as the valley. practical room with a magnificent view of the mountains and comfortable decor.

The room was exceptionally clean, and the bed was very comfy. The service was great and the pool was great. I could park the car on-site. Remote location was a plus. Also, the hotel was approx 10-15 minutes' walk from Drakensberg Mountains.

It was just an appropriate option for a lightning trip in Champagne Valley with value for money. The lovely tea served mid-morning really stood out and was a nice touch. Make sure to ask for more soap to avoid running out while showering.

The hotel had an amazing position, to amazing hiking trails from the property. The room of place was reasonably large and functional with beautiful views of the mountains.

Good-sized and functional rooms with 2 single beds, the spectacular views a good decision, fireplaces and wonderful breakfast. Beautiful and fantastic setting, near to the library, and numerous hiking trails. Plus, 15 minutes drive from Sphinx.

The highlights were the scrumptious meals with really good service from the friendly staff. Our stay was impacted by the lack of WiFi in the rooms and some maintenance issues that were disappointing.

immersive family-friendly getaway with lovely meals and outdoor adventures

The food was a good surprise, with heavenly offerings like coriander calamari, and the relaxed atmosphere lent itself to peaceful family moments. So many exciting activities, especially for kids.

The amazing mountain views from my room were lovely. The breakfast spread offered a good variety, especially the fresh eggs cooked to order. Reception staff greeted me with warmth, and having chocolate on my pillow was such a nice touch. The room heater made it quite stuffy, and a switch to electric blankets would be better. There was a strange smell in the bathroom, perhaps due to the septic system. Despite these issues, the room was comfortable and well-kept.

The staff were helpful. We loved the gorgeous mountain views right from our standard double room. The food options were fantastic, especially for vegetarians, and we enjoyed a relaxing aromatherapy massage that was blissful. Being surrounded by nature added to the charm.

do recommend

Couple who loves nature

The room was spacious, and the balcony view of the mountains made it all worth it. Each meal at the buffet was heavenly , especially the variety of desserts, I mean, just great quality!

It wasn't exactly inexpensive , but for the experience provided, it was acceptable.

The shower leaked, but the chalet was spacious and well-equipped.

The outdoor swimming pool was a highlight. Lovely for morning swims under the sun. The location was fine, with direct access to numerous hiking trails. Truly right in the mountains.

The outdoor swimming pool here is a decent size for laps. Plus, watching the horses gallop by in the morning is quite a unique experience, even if it can catch you off guard at first.

The self-catering unit we stayed in was missing basic kitchen equipment, like a casserole dish or decent microwave options, made cooking a challenge. The sofa in the lounge felt ancient and was really uncomfortable for lounging around. I noticed a lack of attention to cleanliness. For example, there were broken tiles on the patio that could pose a safety risk. The rooms also had chipped basins and too few plug points.

Friendly staff members except for one at the reception who seemed a bit grumpy 😕. the hotel's location is quite secluded.