Fordoun Hotel & Spa
About this hotel
Located in KwaZulu-Natal, this attractive hotel for $204 per night is a fantastic choice for your next trip. Luxury hotel with full-service spa and free breakfast A full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a restaurant are available at this hotel. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a sauna are onsite. Fordoun Hotel & Spa offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Hot Tub / Spa
Gym / Fitness Center
Garden
Map of KwaZulu-Natal
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(115 Reviews)
3.0
On the surface this property is set on lovely grounds but take a look closer and the service could be far better for the price we paid.
we got to the spa for 10:30am one morning and the umbrellas were not up, sun beds didn’t have their mattress laid until after 11am. There isn’t poolside service for drinks.
I had booked two rooms as I had my parents stay as well, we were visiting for an onsite welding. The second room didn’t have shower-gel topped up on entering and the safe was not unlocked from a previous stay.
The turn down service was lovely but they kept turning up the heating to 24degrees along with the under floor heating, which was not necessary as we live in the uk it was not heating weather for us.
Service st breakfast was brilliant from the staff and food was lovely, no complaints here.
Generally staff around the resort are friendly and helpful but service/attention to detail needs improvement as mentioned.
Would I stay here again, not for the price we paid I’m afraid, I would expect far more of a luxury feel and service to be upgraded, being used to those levels in the uk, for price paid.
3.0
An Exceptionally high standard of hospitality , well done to the Fordoun Team . Highly recommended . Thoroughly enjoyed the stay .
2.0
Our stay was lovely, the superior suite was nice and spacious and clean. The staff were very friendly and food was awesome! The grounds are beautifully kept. We had spa treatments which we enjoyed. Overall a lovely, relaxing weekend away
3.0
A wonderful mid winter break. Cosy and felt pampered. Wonderul room and little nicieties added to the stay. Staff were professional and friendly. Well recommended.
5.0
Always a treat to stay at the Fordoun Hotel and Spa. Beautiful surroundings, great service, excellent food.
2.0
STAY WAS LOVELY. WAS DISSAPPOINTED WITH THE WATER PRESSURE IN THE ROOM SHOWER.
FLOTATION POOL WAS OUT OF ORDER AND THE POOL WATER WAS NOT HEATED.
3.0
Very comfortable and relaxing with attetive staff and good food
3.0
Amazing
2.5
Fantastic hotel and staff. We always love coming to Fordoun. The food was amazing.
2.5
Loved every minute of it..Will definitely be back soon.
2.5
Fordoun always has the charm and service is excellent.
2.5
Amazing stay - booked wrong dates and the hotel still accommodated me without extra charge
2.5
The accommodation was excellent, and the food was sublime. The staff are awesome, the place is well worth a visit.
2.5
The accommodation was excellent, and the food was sublime. The staff are awesome, the place is well worth a visit.
2.0
We stayed at the superior suite which overlooks the mountains great views but dry surroundings. The room is big with beautiful big bathroom and outside shower, but is slightly dated. Staff is super friendly and always willing to assist but Service could be improved further as we received no turn down service on the third day. Breakfast was ok and dinner also ok (lamb shank was amazing ) and could do with improvement. Tennis courts and walking trails are great. The Spa and las ladies who did mine and my wife’s massages were amazing as we had wanted deep tissue massages and they delivered brilliantly.
2.5
A warm and welcoming country hotel , log fires burning and a cosy restaurant with outstanding food - try the lamb curry. Wine list also very good. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
2.5
A warm and welcoming country hotel , log fires burning and a cosy restaurant with outstanding food - try the lamb curry. Wine list also very good. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
2.5
Fordoun is top class - a real luxury treat
1.5
Poor arrogant and unprofessional service experienced in the spa otherwise good service
2.0
This property is solid 4 star, not 5. Spa facilities are lovely but the rooms are a bit tired- horrible smell coming out of the bathroom sink. Very average food and poor choice for breakfast for 5 star hotel. Not the best value for money.
2.5
Fordoun hotel and spa was absolutely beautiful and relaxing. Ideal for couples celebrating an anniversary or going on honeymoon. The spa was one of the best I have been to. All the staff are amazing and so friendly and accommodating. Loved the peace and quiet.
2.5
Lovely stay indeed. Excellent service from everyone. Only slight complaints would be restaurant related. “Honey mustard chicken” was hot with chili. Dinner was divine, but for the price of R85 - dessert was very small (we shared based on the size of lunch and dinner portions) All in all, would return
2.0
Our stay was one night on way to our final destination. The accommodation with a superb bathroom including both bath and separate shower was excellent. Our dinner (a la carte) was disappointing as chicken and prawn curry was notable for the paucity of prawns. Duck breast lacked the usual strong flavour and swamped by the vegetables. Breakfast included in the room rate was not up to standard with poached eggs too hard (Medium requested) bacon was very hard and tomato under grilled. The kippers were excellent but Rosti was soft and not crisp as anticipated. We did not experience the spa facilities.
4.0
We had theee nights in this lovely Hotel. A lovely setting, beautiful views. Didn't use the Spa much other than one massage. Food was delicious, staff friendly and all in all a nice break.
4.0
We had theee nights in this lovely Hotel. A lovely setting, beautiful views. Didnt use the Spa much other than one massage. Food was delicious, staff friendly and all in all a nice break.
5.0
The hotel was located in a good location close to the different shops in the area. You could pick up a nice meal at the hotel and it was very quite and serene. You need a car to get around the area and to the hotel
5.0
Beautiful and tranquil environment. Relaxing spa, friendly staff and awesome food. Will definitely return.
5.0
Beautiful and tranquil environment. Relaxing spa, friendly staff and awesome food. Will definitely return.
2.5
Very relaxing, quit and peaceful. The service was great very high standard
5.0
Excellent friendly service! Beautiful setting beautiful surroundings!
Everyone hugely accommodating
2.5
Fab service and friendly staff. Unfortunately we had a ton of rain. Great breakfast
2.5
Nothing short of a winner. Friendly staff, superb food & great spa...we will be back
5.0
My wife and I loved the Fordoun. It was the perfect relaxation stop on our tour of the country with safari on either side. The restaurant is great. Milk tart ice cream was the best we'd ever had. Staff could not have been more helpful and the room was luxurious.
5.0
My wife and I loved the Fordoun. It was the perfect relaxation stop on our tour of the country with safari on either side. The restaurant is great. Milk tart ice cream was the best wed ever had. Staff could not have been more helpful and the room was luxurious.
5.0
I cannot speak highly enough of this hotel in the Drakensbergs. Staff are fabulous, food is great, facilities are wonderful.
2.5
Excellent service, lovely location, perfect situation for stopover, great food - will definately stay again
2.5
Had an awesome stay.The service was excellent. Will Definitely be back!
5.0
This is the fourth or fifth time that I've stayed here and it's never disappointed. The hotel is great. The rooms are great. The staff are great. The restaurant is great (and very well priced). I can't fault it in any way. They even get the small touches right - warm bread before dinner with amazing soft butter, an umbrella in your room in case it rains.... the list goes on. Next time I'm in the area I won't stay anywhere else but here.
5.0
This is the fourth or fifth time that Ive stayed here and its never disappointed. The hotel is great. The rooms are great. The staff are great. The restaurant is great (and very well priced). I cant fault it in any way. They even get the small touches right - warm bread before dinner with amazing soft butter, an umbrella in your room in case it rains.... the list goes on. Next time Im in the area I wont stay anywhere else but here.
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in KwaZulu-Natal?
The average price for a rental in KwaZulu-Natal is $120 per night. This rental is $84 above the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Fordoun Hotel & Spa. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Fordoun Hotel & Spa. Enjoy the water!
Is Fordoun Hotel & Spa pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Fordoun Hotel & Spa?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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