Sani Valley Nature Lodges

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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Upscale family-friendly lodge near Himeville Museum

Take advantage of game and wildlife viewing, a terrace and a firepit at Sani Valley Nature Lodges. Active travellers can enjoy rowing/canoeing, fishing and mountain biking at this lodge. Treat yourself to a sports massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a playground.

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct

Room options

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View all photos for Rainbow Chalet

A lodge with a deck overlooking a lake, surrounded by snow-covered hills and sparse trees.

Rainbow Chalet

  • Lake view
  • 300 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds OR 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Bushman Lodge

A wooden cabin with a balcony overlooking a lake and mountains.

Bushman Lodge

  • Lake view
  • 200 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Sunset Lodge

A two-story log cabin with a balcony and a deck, surrounded by snow and trees.

Sunset Lodge

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Early Mist Chalet

Three wooden cabins with a pond in the foreground.

Early Mist Chalet

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 110 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Lakeside Chalet

A neatly made bed with a decorative flower arrangement, a wooden nightstand, a wicker chair, and a large window with a view of a field.

Lakeside Chalet

  • Lake view
  • 120 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Himeville, Sani Valley Nature Lodges is in the historical district and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sani Pass and Vergelegen Nature Reserve, while Himeville Museum and Underberg Studio are cultural highlights. Underberg Country Club is another place to visit that comes recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby boat tours, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding, ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Himeville travel guide
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Sani Pass Road, Himeville, KwaZulu-Natal, 3256

What's nearby

  • A calm lake reflecting red rock formations and a clear sky.
    Maloti-Drakensberg Park
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rolling hills with a mix of green and brown vegetation, a winding path, and distant mountains under a cloudy sky.
    Mkhomazi Wilderness area
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Himeville Museum
    24 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Underberg Country Club
    38 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Underberg Studio
    38 min drive - 26.6 km

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB)
    160 min drive

Restaurants

  • Balam Coffee
    32 min drive
  • Stonehouse Cafe
    16 min drive
  • The Old Hatchery
    32 min drive
  • Cascata Country Restaurant
    32 min drive

About this property

Sani Valley Nature Lodges

  • Upscale family-friendly lodge near Himeville Museum
  • Take advantage of game and wildlife viewing, a terrace and a firepit at Sani Valley Nature Lodges. Active travellers can enjoy rowing/canoeing, fishing and mountain biking at this lodge. Treat yourself to a sports massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a playground.
  • Other perks at this lodge include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a local area shuttle and babysitting (surcharge)
    • A front desk safe, a gift shop and outdoor furniture
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts, such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Highchairs, art supplies and childcare services
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep-soaking baths
    • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
    • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: ZAR 130 for adults and ZAR 130 for children
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Fishing
  • Game viewing
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • DVD player
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2000
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately ZAR 130 for adults and from ZAR 130 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property class

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Frequently asked questions

Is Sani Valley Nature Lodges pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sani Valley Nature Lodges?

As of 22 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sani Valley Nature Lodges on 13 Oct 2026 start from AU$188, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sani Valley Nature Lodges?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sani Valley Nature Lodges?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sani Valley Nature Lodges?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Sani Valley Nature Lodges located?

This family-friendly Himeville lodge is located in the historical district, 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Himeville Museum, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Underberg Studio and Underberg Country Club. Sani Pass and Vergelegen Nature Reserve are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Reviews

Sani Valley Nature Lodges Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our place was clean and the staff super friendly
Sunset on the porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

BEAUTIFUL PEACEFUL BREAK

Sani valley lodges are so beautifully located Drive to lodges so amazing over the dam wall . Seeing wildlife from ur chalet beautiful Beautiful setting . Just amazing being in nature Very peaceful and quiet Definitely will be back .
Sunrise
View from Chalet
Bench on mountain lookout point
View from dam wall
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a small piece of heaven! Great service from all staff right from the very beginning. Before arrival - Comms were timely and accurate and helpful. The meals provided were great (especially the Oxtail stew! 😋) and delivered to your individual lodge. The situation of the lodge is beautiful - wherever you look the scenery transfixes you. Ideally placed for a trip over the Sani Pass and the ability to get close to nature with the resident game herds is second to none. Simply a superb place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My second visit the place was clean and is cleaned on a daily basis. Amazing views and trails for walks. Staff is friendly and helpful. Started our fire in the evenings. It’s family friendly and a good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Hotel We Stayed at in South Africa

This was by far the best hotel we stayed at in South Africa. The rainbow chalet was super nice with a spectacular view. The workers were very friendly and helpful. And the food, can't even say enough about the chef. Every meal was absolutely delicious, especially the chicken pie, and the best meal we had in South Africa.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a really tranquil site. Best home cooked simple delicious food. Star gazing is a treat. What a special place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good, breakfast is far. More fire lighters and candles are needed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning location, gorgeous chalet. Views either walking the estate, sitting on the deck or kayaking on the lake were fabulous.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge facilities were great. Loads of space for a family of 4, stunning views, great staff and a wonderful trip up the Sani Pass (with Roger of Sani Pass tours - highly recommended).
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The trip was awesome. The facilities and the staff were amazing. Pinky, Chris, Londiwe and Sebelo were just awesome. Views are stunning.The one thing that took a bit of the shine off the stay was the cost of dinner and breakfast. It is certainly not value for money for the local yokels. The Sani pass is a must with breath taking views - warning though- it is not for the faint hearted.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sani Pass tour

What an awesome place to unwind and relax, close to Sani Pass which we did the next day. Service / Dinner delivered to our room was simply great! Friendly staff, we will come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place hidden away from the world.

Amazing place, amazing people. You can look out on a lake with beautiful birds or on a farm area with Zebras, Blesbok and more.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Disappointing experience with fabulous surrounding

We arrived at 7.30pm at the gate. We notified staff in advance that we won't make the 5.00pm chech-in cut off time. On arrival, the intercom didn't work since wi-fi and telecom signals are low to none. As reception is a 10 min drive from the gate, honking your horn won't help. Finally after 40 mins of franticly buzzing, it connected. The owner just said "shame, sorry" - a phrase he seemed to used for any situation where he dropped the ball. On arrival, the unit was clean and cosy. The next day we found our TV didn't work, there was no signal or landline to contact reception. The only way is to drive up to reception. During our stay we were told we could go hiking, they even leave a hiking stick in your room. We set off to the mountain, just to get trapped in thorn bushes and deep holes filled with water.. we dailed the 3 emergency numbers as framed on the wall in our unit but nobody picked up. It was late and we kept calling up to 7 times before the owner picked up saying "sorry, I don't pick up international numbers, could be sales calls"... He came to fetch us, with the usual "shame,sorry". We were never told of a restaurant on the property and the info pack doesn't mention it so we cooked all our meals ourselves, however, the ovens settings were all wiped off, you couldn't see the temperature or if it's grilling or cooking. I don't know why we never received any introduction to Sani Valley Lodge during our stay or why it took 2 days to address our TV not working...
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019