Are you looking for a vacation or just a weekend away with your paw buddy? KwaZulu-Natal has spectacular accommodations that have gorgeous views. From stunning beaches to beautiful rolling mountains, there is much to see in KZN. Here are our picks for the best-pet-friendly accommodation in KZN.
1 The Oyster Box
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Situated on Umhlanga beachfront in KwaZulu-Natal province, The Oyster Box is one of South Africa’s most celebrated hotels. The Oyster Box is one of the best pet-friendly accommodations in KZN. The famous five-star hotel has a pet-friendly policy, and small-to-medium-sized dogs and cats can enjoy the same luxury as their humans at The Oyster Box’s superior villas. They have rooms that will accommodate you and your pooch. You can have delicious food from the hotel restaurant menu; most impawtantly, your pet will have a menu too. Yes, cats and dogs can also have a taste of luxury! You can roam the hotel with your pet on a leash and ensure your pet is never left alone. Make sure to enquire with the reservations team before booking. Get more details about The Oyster Box here.
2 Dragon Peaks Mountain Resort
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Dragon Peaks Mountain Resort is a favourite family resort and one of the best pet-friendly accommodations in KZN. The resort is in the Champagne Valley in the heart of the beautiful Drakensberg Mountains of KwaZulu-Natal. The accommodation borders the prestigious Ukahlamba National Heritage Park, known for its cultural and geographic importance and some of the finest hiking trails in South Africa. You and your dog are welcome on a caravan, camping sites and some units. You can bring a maximum of two dogs on site. But your doggy must be on his best behaviour. Make sure to also clean up after your dog at the resort. Find out more about the resort here.
3 Buller’s Rest Lodge
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Suppose you are looking for accommodation that isn’t just a place to relax but where you can learn some rich South African history; then visit Buller’s Rest Lodge. Buller’s Rest Lodge has a charming, upmarket, country-style, thatched lodge situated in Ladysmith’s leafy suburbs, in the heart of the Anglo-Zulu and Anglo-Boer War Battlefields. They offer spacious, comfortable, pet-friendly accommodations and delicious home-cooked meals in a family atmosphere. You can relax with a drink in their famous “Boer War” Pub or on our magnificent sun deck overlooking the majestic Drakensberg mountains. The lodge has 15 comfortable, single and double en-suite rooms, including 2 Luxury King Suites and 3 family rooms. Get more info about the accommodation here.
4 Drakensberg Mountain Retreat
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Situated high on a ridge overlooking the beautiful Drakensberg and Maluti Mountains, the Drakensberg Mountain Retreat will take your breath away. You will get more than comfortable, affordable country-style accommodation here, making it one of the best pet-friendly accommodations in KZN. The spectacular views, vast spaces, wild winds (and horses, too!), and superb walks make your stay unforgettable. The resort is one of the few pet-friendly places in Drakensberg, with plenty of ground for your dog to run on and dams to swim in. Get more info about the accommodation here.
5 Ardmore Guest Farm
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Ardmore Guest Farm is one of the best pet-friendly accommodations in KZN, situated in uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Mountain Park, a World Heritage Site. Ardmore Guest Farm is another location rich with South African history, and the farm has fantastic views of the highest mountain peaks in the country. Have a farm-style holiday with your pet and enjoy South African home-cooked meals at the Tea Garden or The Deck Restaurant. The units feature cosy fireplaces and jacuzzi spa baths, and there are two swimming pools and the Honesty Bar. Remember to take a peak at the Ardmore Museum, featuring over 100 pieces from the internationally respected Ardmore Ceramic Art Studio on the farm. Get more details about the farm here. Make unforgettable memories with your fur baby at the best pet-friendly accommodations in KZN. Do you know of a pet-friendly accommodation in KZN that you and your pet love that isn’t on our list? Let us know with a comment below. Going to Mpumalanga anytime soon? Have a look at these fantastic pet-friendly accommodations in Mpumalanga.
