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

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

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

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

1. St Ives Lodge

Lidgetton West

Kylie

AU$110

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 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 bedroom with a brick wall, a bed with white bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, and a striped rug.

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

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

2. The Old Mushroom Farm

Howick

Johan Robins

AU$137

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

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.

3. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

Hilton

Paula

AU$140

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 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 bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand, a wooden dresser, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

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

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

4. Pleasant Places by Sanaandi

Lidgeton

Mahima

AU$154

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 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.

5. Fordoun Hotel & Spa

Nottingham Road

Bennett

AU$276

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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

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.

6. The FarSide Farm

Nottingham Road

Joshua

AU$130

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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

7. Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

Lidgetton West

JHW

AU$150

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

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

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.

8. Lythwood Lodge

Lidgetton West

Anonymous traveller

AU$208

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

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.

9. The Hilton Bush Lodge

Hilton

Heino

AU$142

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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

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.

10. Loxley House

Nottingham Road

Desmond

AU$233

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 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.

11. Rawdons

Nottingham Road

Leigh

AU$314

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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

12. Hawklee Country House

Fort Nottingham

Elizabeth

AU$125

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and bathtub.

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

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

13. The Hay Barn

Lions River

AU$88

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A tranquil lakeside scene with houses and trees.

A room with large windows overlooking a body of water, a wicker chair, a wooden table, and a dresser with a mirror.

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

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

14. Beacon Vlei Guest Farm

Balgowan

Anonymous traveller

AU$91

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 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 cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a fireplace with a framed picture above, and a vase of flowers.

A spacious lobby with a large wall clock, a reception desk, and a tiled floor.

15. Nottingham Road Hotel

Nottingham Road

Grant

AU$183

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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

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.

16. Bosch Hoek Lodge

Curry's Post

GFT

AU$270

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

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

A spacious living area with a wooden floor, a sofa with yellow cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

17. Gateside Guest House

Hilton

Sally

AU$99

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 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.

18. Crestwood

Curry's Post

Clarissa

AU$178

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 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 garden with palm trees and a white fence.

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

19. Sunbird Guest House

Howick

Irene

AU$89

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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

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

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

20. Old Halliwell Country Inn

Curry's Post

Geoff

AU$135

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Top Esseldene Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Esseldene

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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AU$138

22 Oct - 23 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.

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Our top choices for Esseldene hotels

1. St Ives Lodge

2. The Old Mushroom Farm

3. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

4. Pleasant Places by Sanaandi

5. Fordoun Hotel & Spa

6. The FarSide Farm

7. Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

8. Lythwood Lodge

9. The Hilton Bush Lodge

10. Loxley House

11. Rawdons

12. Hawklee Country House

13. The Hay Barn

14. Beacon Vlei Guest Farm

15. Nottingham Road Hotel

16. Bosch Hoek Lodge

17. Gateside Guest House

18. Crestwood

19. Sunbird Guest House

20. Old Halliwell Country Inn

Top Esseldene Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Esseldene

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 accommodation 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

Frequently asked questions

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