There is always a reason to celebrate at The Nest Hotel!
Did you manage to see the ‘star of Bethlehem’ last night? I must admit that our hopes were high, but the clouds had other ideas in mind and decided to gate crash our plans! The summer solstice, also known at the longest day of the year coincided with the great...
Happy Holidays from The Nest Hotel
Come and stay with us at The Nest Hotel and experience delicious country style food, wonderful facilities and relaxing accommodation. Wake up to exquisite views over the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Mountains, take an amble through our beautiful gardens and discover ‘Olde...
Packing for a summer holiday in the Drakensberg Mountains
If you are anything like me, I try to pack just about everything but the kitchen sink and brush it off with a casual phrase “pack it just in case you need it” … The car is loaded to the hilt and we all pile out at the other end dragging an endless stream of suitcases!...
Hello December- Hello Summer
Wow, can you believe that December is already upon us ? Summer has arrived in all her glory and with that comes glorious sunshine, not to mention some thunderous afternoon rain showers. The Drakensberg Mountains are lush and green with wildflowers showcasing their...
Santa, all I want for Christmas is a stay at The Nest Hotel!
If you are still deciding on where to take the family this Christmas, look no further than The Nest Hotel ! We are a delightful family friendly country hotel located in the heart of the Champagne Valley of the Central Drakensberg, Kwa Zulu Natal. Our family rooms are...
Who said you can’t fly?
Is it just me, or do you find your bucket list keeps on growing? No sooner have I ticked off a ‘must-do’ item on my list that another one crops up, promising to be the most unforgettable experience yet! The first thing that comes to mind when visiting the Drakensberg,...
We are sorry if you missed out on British Comedy at its best!
It was jovial night to remember, tables adorned with red and blue, a sumptuous menu and of course the star of the night, Paul Spence. We hosted our very own supper theatre at The Nest Hotel, a well-received and entertaining show that delighted many guests. We are...
Who could honestly resist these royally luxurious treats?
The Nest Hotel, renowned for our exquisite menu and delectable treats at morning and afternoon tea has some exciting news to share! We are thrilled to announce that our Pastry Chef, Mandy Mazibuko has been promoted to Sous Chef. Mandy obtained both her Culinary Arts...
Please look out for our new sign at The Nest Hotel
For those heading to the mountains soon, please look out for our new sign at ‘The Nest Hotel’. Understandably one is drawn to the beauty of the mountain range that lies ahead and honestly, who could ignore that? With this in mind we decided on making our entrance more...
30km of trails with Cathkin Trails, it starts with a single pedal stroke…
I could think of many reasons to escape to the Drakensberg but there is one that particularly stands out for me – getting down and dirty on the off-roads of the Cathkin Valley Trails. What more could you honestly ask for? Stunning mountain scenery, beautiful weather...