Premier Drakensberg Hotel and Self-Catering Accommodation
Champagne Castle Hotel and Resort is located in the Central Drakensberg (between Johannesburg and Durban). It’s nestled below the third highest peak in South Africa, Champagne Castle (3 377m), within the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg mountain range, the highest mountain range in South Africa. Due to its diversity of plant, bird and insect life and the richest collection of San rock paintings in Africa, it has been declared a Mixed World Heritage Site. It’s the ultimate Drakensberg Accommodation.
Luxurious Premier Drakensberg Hotel and Self-Catering Accommodation. Champagne Castle Hotel and Resort is pretty close to being an ultimate experience. Rated number one on TripAdvisor, your stay will be characterised by the proximity you gain to the most dramatic and immediate views of the Drakensberg Mountains. We offer a variety of thoughtful amenities and extras:
– Daily guided walks
– Swimming pool
– Spa (wellness centre)
– Fishing
– Horse riding
– Tennis courts
– Pickleball
– Veranda
– Lawn bowls
SPECIALS AND NEWS
ACCOMMODATION SPECIALS
Escape to Champagne Castle Hotel and Resort. by taking advantage of our incredible Accommodation Specials.
Elevating Our Guest Experience
Over the past ten months, we’ve embarked on an extensive refurbishment journey at Champagne Castle Hotel. We’re just getting started….
BOOKING.COM AWARD
This past week, the team at Champagne Castle Hotel, received a Booking.com Traveller Review Award 2026. Our team has worked really hard over the past 12 months to achieve this milestone.
TRIPADVISOR AWARD
This is the 14th year that we’ve received this award, and the 14th year that we’ve been rated a top Hotel (Winterton) by our guests on TripAdvisor.
Exploring Tourists - A beautiful hotel in a beautiful setting. Professional staff, well appointed rooms, tea and scones twice daily! We had a wonderful 3 nights at Champaign Castle Hotel.... read more
Journey046285417541st June 2026
Wonderful Return to the Drakensberg - After living in Germany for the past 16 years, it was wonderful to return to the Drakensberg and spend a memorable weekend at Champagne Castle Hotel with my wife and... read more
Trevor K1st June 2026
Probably the BEST in the 'Berg !! - EVERYTHING was just perfect a stunning view (possibly the best in the Drakensberg) , superb meals EVERY meal(spoilt for choice!), sparkling clean rooms, grounds and pool,... read more
Billy R1st April 2026
Our favourite place in the Berg - Another great stay. Always a pleasure to spend time at this hotel. Food is great, Walks are lovely, Rooms with a view - what more do you want?
Jeff v1st May 2026
LIVE WEATHER FEED
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CONTACT DETAILS
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PHYSICAL ADDRESS
Champagne Castle Hotel
R600 Champagne Valley
Central Drakensberg
Winterton
South Africa