Located in Van Reenen, Pyramids Motel is situated on the N3 highway, halfway between Gauteng and the Kwazulu Natal coast. The motel has views to Natal and the Majestic Drakensberge.
Mare'
South Africa
David was amazing. He was super helpful from the minute we booked, he called and confirmed our booking. He followed up on the day of arrival. Very friendly and helpful. The room was so cool! My kids loved the layout with the draped curtains around the beds.
Wyford Farm is a small old school working farm, located in the mountainous area off Van Reenen Pass in Northern KwaZulu-Natal.
Alecia
South Africa
The little cottage we stayed in was so cute and cozy. Perfect for 2 people.
The decor was beautiful and welcoming. With a little fireplace and a view onto the dam.
Located in Van Reenen in the KwaZulu-Natal region, Kliphuis has a garden. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.
Chris
South Africa
Amazing space and very safe.
It was drizzling most of the time but amazing fireplace and great atmosphere.
We will definitely try to visit again
Offering a seasonal outdoor pool and barbecue, Riverview Country Inn is set in Swinburne. The inn has a sun terrace and views of the garden, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar.
Robyn
South Africa
This was a perfect overnight stop for us. Great value, convenient, pretty setting and with a great little pub/restaurant. Would definitely stop here again.
Located in Harrismith, 23 km from Harrismith Golf Course, Protea Hotel by Marriott Harrismith Montrose provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.
it is a bit of a hidden gem. Roads are gravel which adds to teh character. about 6 kms from the turn off- the farm is located.
rich history - well preserved.
Van Reenen is an ideal half- way stop to Durban.
the farm caters for meals etc and also has braai stands in the gardens.
We had all our meals, dinner and breakfast at the farm.
Next time- maybe book a room with a shower and also ensure that we spend longer at the farm.
Munsamy
10
Scored 10
Pyramid Motel has been a rest and stopover destination for...
Pyramid Motel has been a rest and stopover destination for my family for well over 30+ years. The theme of the pyramids are reflected in the chalets and even in the bathroom! I was the only guest and David from reception brought me my supper of liver and onions and Greek salad to my chalet. It was delicious! as was the breakfast the next morning.
I arrived early enough to enjoy a stroll through the property and enjoy the beautiful nature and sunset from my patio.
The bed hugged me to refresh me for the next day's trip.
Pyramid Motel is definitely one of my favourite overnight places to stay.
Naomi
Kuwait
8.0
Scored 8.0
It was an overnight stay as we had flown into South Africa...
It was an overnight stay as we had flown into South Africa in Johannesburg, collected our new vehicle and drove down to Umhlanga. Because we didn't want to drive in the dark, we decided to sleep overnight in Van Reenen and leave early the next morning. It was a perfect halfway stop for the night.
J9G
South Africa
10
Scored 10
The Little Church cafe was absolutely amazing.
The Little Church cafe was absolutely amazing. The staff are so friendly. The food is so tasty. The owner makes all the cakes and scones and they are to die for. Really a must stop. They also have the cutest cottages to overnight in. Stop by you will not regret it.
Celia
4.0
Scored 4.0
The Inn offers a unique and quirky experience.
The Inn offers a unique and quirky experience. The pub had a lovely atmosphere and the kids enjoyed the table tennis, snooker and the donkey. The food was ok ... The accomodation itself was shocking. TV didn't work. Too few towels were provided and they were damp. Then when I requested more towels they were also damp. The room was freezing.
chanelle
10
Scored 10
Fetsie made us feel welcome he went out of his way to...
Fetsie made us feel welcome he went out of his way to resolved a mistake I made with my booking. Pyramids is convenient on the way to Durban. The staff is very friendly and helpful the food is very good especially the omelettes. Clean and safe.
The location is beautiful - you can sit with your coffee and just take in the scenery. It is super-quiet - many halfway stops between Gauteng and KZN are next to the highway - this one is 10 minutes off the highway and all you can hear is nature. Van Reenen gets cold - so if you are coming from the coast bring something warm and the cosy fireplace in the lounge area will also help. Oban is particularly suitable to families who need a halfway stop - the food is simple, homely and wholesome (i.e. something the kids will actually eat).
Very nice, light, clean and spacious house in the most beautiful place with breathtaking mountain views. It's very quiet, lots of fresh air. Cattle, zebras, horses grazing all around.
The house has very comfortable and spacious bedrooms. Very big dining room with spectacular views. The house has all the necessary amenities. The kitchen is fully equipped. The estate itself is close to the Little Church and Van Reenen.
The host Elsa is a lovely woman who went out of her way to make us feel comfortable.
Traveling as a gay couple, my partner and I are always cautious wherever we go. As we hadn't been to Van Reenen before, we booked a twin room to be respectful in case people were conservative. On check in, the lady at reception immediately knew we were a couple, and offered us a double room so we could sleep together. She made us feel incredibly welcome and comfortable. Rooms were very cozy, bed very comfortable. Perfect stop between Johannesburg and Durban.
Ultimately you get what you pay for. It's modest accomodation, but if you're looking to put your head down for a few hours to break up the trip to Durban, it's a good option. Other hotels in the area cost double this. Many options exist on the property.
Although I didn't use the dinner / breakfast option this time, in a previous visit I did and it was really good.
This is a very rustic beautiful house. It is in Van Reenen - it's very very cold! But the host supplied wood for a fire, so everything was wonderful. We had no issues and the views are amazing! Be warned - the WiFi is exceptional, but there is no TV. You actually have to talk to each other! We had a fantastic stay and will definitely make use of it again on our next trip.
Fascinating to see how a small village has been made into a hotel. Beautiful location, with spectacular view of the surrounding hills. The room was warm and cosy, with the extra touch of an electric blanket. Dining room was warm, with a log fire going. Food was very good. Service was personal and great.
Everything! The location- a major plus- breaks the journey from Durban to Bloem perfectly. The farm itself is wonderful,- beautiful views, cattle, sheep etc.
Garden Cottage was perfect- had everything we needed, cozy, fireplace. A treasure, tucked away in the Van Reenen valley! Definitely going back!
The location of the farm is spectacular. The rooms are spacious and has everything you need for short stay. The host is very friendly and knowledgeable about the origins of the farm and history of Van Reenen.
Van Reenen is a really small place, and yet, there was something to keep us busy the whole weekend. And having such a fantastic host in, Berné, we could thoroughly enjoy our stay.
Exceptional value for money. Room and facilities were clean, bed was comfortable, aircon worked. The view of Van Reenen pass is just beautiful.
Friendly and helpful service.
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