The Old Hatchery

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A thatched-roof building with a reception sign, a front door, and a small porch area. - The Old Hatchery (Drakensberg Gardens)
A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a wooden deck and a metal railing. - The Old Hatchery (Drakensberg Gardens)
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a dining area with chairs and a table. - The Old Hatchery (Drakensberg Gardens)
A restaurant with wooden chairs and tables, stone bar counter, and large windows with curtains. - The Old Hatchery (Drakensberg Gardens)
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, and a view of the outside. - The Old Hatchery (Drakensberg Gardens)
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities at The Old Hatchery. Adventurous travelers may like the fishing and cycling at this guesthouse. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure, a body treatment, or a sports massage. Guests can also expect to find a bar and a restaurant.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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Double Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Fishing Cabin

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Villa

  • 130 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 5 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Double Room

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Double Room

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 10 Twin Beds

Premium Double Room

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double Room

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Luxury Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Drakensberg Gardens is home to The Old Hatchery. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mkhomazi Wilderness area and Maloti-Drakensberg Park, while Underberg Studio and Himeville Museum are cultural highlights. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as mountain biking, horse riding, and hiking/biking trails in the area. Visit our Drakensberg Gardens travel guide
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Drakensberg Gardens Road, Drakensberg Gardens, KwaZulu-Natal, 3257

What's nearby

  • A mountainous landscape with a grassy foreground and a cloudy sky.
    Mkhomazi Wilderness area
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Underberg Country Club
    34 min drive - 23.8 miles
  • Underberg Studio
    35 min drive - 24.2 miles
  • Himeville Museum
    47 min drive - 28.9 miles
  • The Swamp Nature Reserve
    55 min drive - 37.0 miles

Restaurants

  • Wine Knot
    1 min walk
  • Bergview Resturant
    2 min walk
  • Buck And Trout
    20 min walk
  • Castleburn Restaurant
    13 min drive

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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 95 for adults and ZAR 75 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2006
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

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Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 95 for adults and ZAR 75 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
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in at The Old Hatchery?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Hatchery?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Old Hatchery located?

Situated in Drakensberg Gardens, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Mkhomazi Wilderness area and Maloti-Drakensberg Park. Underberg Country Club and Underberg Studio are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Reviews

The Old Hatchery Reviews

7.0

Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

7.4

Staff & service

7.4

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

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

I shan’t be returning

The rooms are okay and they are perfect for the price. However, the host did not tell us we would be sharing the house with other guests abs this caused a startle with those we found in the house already. The gyser was not working and this was on a 9degree Celsius weather where we had to take a night and morning cold shower. Supper was a disaster: upon arriving at 7pm, we were told there’s no food as they had hosted a group of people earlier and couldn’t cater for us. We managed to get leftover stew guised as curry on dirty tables. To top it off, the place only starts serving breakfast after 9am; the kitchen staff only arrives at 9 so you get served around 10. Even that breakfast, the eggs were burnt on Saturday, did not offer variety and dare you ask for a second cup of coffee, you’d be slapped with a R24 bill. The chef was injured on her hand with what looked like unsanitary bandage. To top it off, while we were dining, a guest whisks into the kitchen with kiddies diapers to be disposed offand the chef “gladly assists” her- all in full view of us eating. Overall, I shan’t be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful & refreshing retreat

It was the most peaceful and relaxing place I've ever been to
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Happy days at The Old Hatchery

The staff at The Old Hatchery were amazing and friendly. Rooms very clean with a stunning view towards the Berg. Would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stay in the bush

Okay stay but would go back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming hotel in beautiful setting

Room was cozy with small fully equipped kitchen, nice bathroom, sofa, and fireplace overlooking a pond. Food was delicious for breakfast and dinner. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Drakensberg!

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