DescriptionExtensive use of natural materials, polished wood and rich earthy colours make the Drakensberg Sun one of the most striking country resorts in South Africa. With the accent on comfort, the luxury rooms and suites offer uninterrupted mountain views. The restaurant overlooks the resort's private lake and offers an excellent buffet. Light snacks and drinks can be enjoyed on the Terrace throughout the day. The Drakensberg Sun has a proven track record for hosting seminars, conferences, banquet and intimate special occasion functions. The resort offers a wide range of activities from boating, sundowner cruises on the lake, pitch & putt, tennis, squash, volleyball, as well as spectacular mountain hikes, guided walks, mountain biking and an exciting new attraction "Qolf" - fun for the whole family. The excellent Champagne Sports Golf Course is nearby and the resort has two outdoor swimming pools. The accent at the Drakensberg Sun is on personal service and guests are assured of a most relaxing and memorable stay. Situated high in the Cathkin Park area of the Drakensberg Mountains, the Drakensberg Sun blends in with the dramatic landscape offering visitors breathtaking views and fresh mountain air. The accent is on comfort in the luxury rooms and suites, each with its own uninterrupted breathtaking mountain view. The Drakensberg Sun offers all the great South African pastimes - trout fishing, guided hiking, horse riding, outdoor teambuilding, boating, tennis, volleyball, pitch and putt, qolf, bowling greens, gym and pool. The resort offers an in-house entertainment program including an indoor games and movie room. The Drakensberg Sun is an ideal venue for conferences; business meetings; banquets and private functions. The impressive Summit Room, which caters for 200 delegates, can be divided into smaller, self-contained rooms. A Boardroom seating 10 delegates is also available as well as various other outdoor venues. Drakensberg Sun Lifestyle Resort is a luxury hotel & timeshare resort situated high in the dramatic landscape of the Cathkin Peak area of the Drakensberg Mountains; offering visitors breathtaking views and fresh mountain air. Extensive use of natural materials, polished wood and rich earthy colours make the Drakensberg Sun Lifestyle Resort one of the most striking country resorts in South Africa. With the accent on comfort, the luxury rooms and suites offer uninterrupted mountain views. The restaurant overlooks the resort's private lake and offers an excellent buffet. Light snacks and drinks can be enjoyed on the Terrace throughout the day. The Drakensberg Sun Lifestyle Resort has a proven track record for hosting seminars, conferences, banquets and intimate special occasion functions. The resort offers a wide range of activities from boating, sundowner cruises on the lake, pitch & putt, tennis, squash, volleyball, as well as spectacular mountain hikes, guided walks, mountain biking, the excellent Champagne Sports Golf Course is nearby and the resort has two outdoor swimming pools. The accent at the Drakensberg Sun Lifestyle Resort is on personal service, and guests are assured of a most relaxing and memorable stay. In the vicinity, there’s a selection of Southern Sun Durban Hotels nearby for you to choose from. Explore more and pick the one that’s right for you and your fellow travellers. We care about the environment and the Drakensberg Sun Lifestyle Resort participates in a number of Environmental projects.
What do our users think22.04.2010 by shenaaz from South Africa- We are 4 in my family. 2 are Varsity Students. Is there a special rate for them AttractionsSport and Leisure On-Site - Complimentary:
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Conference Drakensberg Sun is a luxury resort situated high in the dramatic landscape of the Cathin Peak area, offering state of the art conferences facilities, and catering for your every need ranging from seminars to private dinner functions. Taylor-made packages and menus are available as well as fully inclusive conference packages, day conference packages and leisure packages.
DirectionsFrom Durban: A) Along the N3, pass Shell Ultra City and take EXIT 194, the Bergville/Colenso(R74) glide off. Turn left and proceed for 20km to Winterton. Opposite the Engen garage, turn left onto the R600 CENTRAL BERG road. Proceed for ± 13km to the crossroad junction. Cross straight over. B) Alternatively, from the N3, take EXIT 179, the Estcourt North/ Giants Castle/ Loskop/ Central Drakensberg off-ramp, turn left along R74, for about 20 kms. (Don't take this road at night, as it passes through a rural area). Come to a cross road with the D600, (Thokasisa on the left corner). Turn left onto the R600, towards the 'Central Drakensberg'. ******** Continue for ± 12 km. Pass Champagne Sports Resort on your left-hand side. Take the next road to the right, sign-posted The Drakensberg Sun Resort. Travel approximately 5km. The Drakensberg Sun Resort is on your right-hand side. You have arrived! From Johannesburg: A) Scenic Route: CAUTION: Do not follow this route in wet or freezing conditions Johannesburg to Harrismith on N3. At Harrismith, taking Exit 29, turn right onto N5 towards BETHLEHEM/BLOEMFONTEIN. Proceed for ± 5km; turn left onto the R712 QWA-QWA/BERGVILLE road. Proceed for ± 10kms. Turn left again on the BERGVILLE/OLIVIERSHOEK PASS road. Continue past Sterkfontein dam, down Oliviershoek Pass, straight through Bergville and onto Winterton. At Winterton turn right onto the R600, opposite the Engen garage, CENTRAL BERG road, proceed for ± 13km to the crossroad junction. Cross straight over and continue for ± 12 km. ******** See above B) Freeway Route: Johannesburg to Van Reenen's Pass on the N3. Take the first glide off after the Tugela Toll Plaza, which is at the bottom of Van Reenen's Pass. Turn left for ± 4 kms on the N11 and then turn right towards WINTERTON onto the R600. You will cross over the N3 concrete highway. At the T-junction turn left towards Winterton. In Winterton, opposite the Engen garage, turn right onto the R600 CENTRAL BERG road. Proceed for ± 13km to the crossroad junction. Cross straight over and continue for ± 12 km. ******** See above Alternatively: you may continue on the N3 from the tollgate towards Estcourt, until you reach EXIT 194, the R74/BERGVILLE/COLENSO/GREYTOWN glide off. Turn right over the bridge and proceed for ± 20 kms to Winterton. Opposite the Engen garage, turn left onto the R600 CENTRAL BERG road. Proceed for ± 13km to the crossroad junction. Cross straight over and continue for ± 12 km. ******** See above | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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