Holiday Stays

Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge

HolidayStays Score: 3.6 / 5
Backpacker Isandlwana · Free State

About

Stone and thatch lodge in the Northern Drakensberg with views of The Amphitheatre and Tugela Falls. Diverse accommodation from camping to deluxe chalets. On-site restaurant and bar.

Accommodation

Diverse options: camping, safari tents, dorm rooms with en-suite bathrooms, economy and standard twin rooms, deluxe twin rooms with kitchenettes, group quad and pod-style rooms, and deluxe chalets with bunk beds. Some rooms feature stained glass and carvings; some converted grain silos.

Facilities

Funky bar and restaurant, jacuzzi, sauna, pool, TV lounge, self-catering kitchens with fridges and ovens, Coral Tree Cafe serving organic meals, on-site dam for swimming.

Location & Surroundings

Positioned midway between Johannesburg and Durban in the Northern Drakensberg. Views of The Amphitheatre and Tugela Falls. Access to world's largest rock art consolidation, largest indigenous forest in the area, Cathkin Peak, and hiking into Lesotho.

House Rules

Check-in: 14:00
Check-out: 10:00

Rooms

Campsite

Camping sites on soft grass under trees with the option to pick your own spot. Access to lodge facilities including self-catering kitchens equipped with ovens, fridges, freezers, cutlery, and crockery

From
R135

Safari Tent

The tents have comfortable sprung mattresses with duvets, pillows, and blankets. There is enough room for people to stand upright in them. Interior lighting & electrical points are not included. Elect

Twin x 1
From
R1,320

Dorm Room

Pod-style dorm rooms featuring sprung mattresses, clean linen, en-suite bathrooms, and hot showers. Private spaces with safes and access to self-catering kitchens. Shared rooms accommodate up to 8 gue

From
R295

Economy Twin Room

Clean and comfortable budget twin room accommodating two guests. Shared bathrooms and self-catering kitchens. Located near bar, parking, and admin areas. Can be noisy at night during busy periods. R63

From
R315

Standard Twin Room

Simple and clean room with private toilet and shower, suitable for budget-conscious travelers. Located close to the bar, parking, and admin areas. Can be noisy at night during peak periods. R920 for s

From
R460

Deluxe Twin Room

Quiet, secluded twin room with private bathroom. Features private kitchenette with fridge, microwave, sink, and cutlery, plus access to communal kitchen oven. Veranda overlooks an indigenous garden. R

From
R662

Deluxe Twin with View

Private room accommodating two guests with en-suite toilet and shower. Features private kitchenette with fridge, microwave, sink, and cutlery, plus access to communal kitchen oven. Located away from m

From
R695

Standard Group Accommodation

Group accommodation available as quad rooms (online booking available), 6-8 sleeper pod-style rooms (email or WhatsApp booking required), and en-suite rooms with one double bed and single bed position

From
R410

Deluxe Chalet

Chalet sleeping 3-4 guests with double bed and bunk beds. En-suite bathroom. Private kitchenette with fridge, microwave, sink, and cutlery, plus access to communal kitchen with fridges, microwaves, ov

Double x 1 Bunk x 1
From
R520

Group Room - 6 Sleeper

Group Rooms with bunk beds and an en-suite. There is a separate communal self -catering kitchen available as well as the lodge facilities that are shared by everyone - jacuzzi, sauna, plunge rock pool

Single x 1
From
R2,460

Dorm Room - 6 Sleeper

Group Rooms with bunk beds and an en-suite. There is a separate communal self -catering kitchen available as well as the lodge facilities that are shared by everyone - jacuzzi, sauna, plunge rock pool

Bunk x 3
From
R1,180

Dorm Room - 8 Sleeper

Group Rooms with bunk beds and an en-suite. There is a separate communal self -catering kitchen available as well as the lodge facilities that are shared by everyone - jacuzzi, sauna, plunge rock pool

Bunk x 8
From
R1,180

Group Room - 8 Sleeper

Group Rooms with bunk beds and an en-suite. There is a separate communal self -catering kitchen available as well as the lodge facilities that are shared by everyone - jacuzzi, sauna, plunge rock pool

Bunk x 6
From
R3,280

Group Room - 5 Sleeper

1 Double bed and a single. 1 bunk bed. En -suite. A communal self -catering kitchen is available. lodge facilities are shared by everyone - jacuzzi, sauna, plunge rock pool etc. Bring your own padlock

Double x 1 Single x 3
From
R1,840

Group Room - 4 Sleeper

A double bed with a bunk bed. En-suite. A separate communal self -catering kitchen available as well as the lodge facilities that are shared by everyone - jacuzzi, sauna, plunge rock pool etc. Bring y

Double x 1 Single x 2
From
R1,840

Group Room - 3 Sleeper

A double bed with a single bed. En-suite. A separate communal self -catering kitchen available as well as the lodge facilities that are shared by everyone - jacuzzi, sauna, plunge rock pool etc. Bring

Double x 1 Single x 1
From
R1,840

Simple Double

A double bed. There is a separate communal self -catering kitchen available as well as the lodge facilities that are shared by everyone - jacuzzi, sauna, plunge rock pool etc. Bring your own padlocks

Double x 1
From
R820

Standard Double

A double bed. En-suite. A separate communal self -catering kitchen available as well as the lodge facilities that are shared by everyone - jacuzzi, sauna, plunge rock pool etc. Bring your own padlocks

Double x 1
From
R1,080

Economy Twin

A bunk bed. A separate communal self -catering kitchen available as well as the lodge facilities that are shared by everyone - jacuzzi, sauna, plunge rock pool etc. Bring your own padlocks to use the

Single x 2
From
R630

Budget Double

A double bed. En-suite. A separate communal self -catering kitchen available as well as the lodge facilities that are shared by everyone - jacuzzi, sauna, plunge rock pool etc. Bring your own padlocks

Double x 1
From
R920

Standard Twin

Two single beds. En-suite. A separate communal self -catering kitchen available as well as the lodge facilities that are shared by everyone - jacuzzi, sauna, plunge rock pool etc. Bring your own padlo

Single x 2
From
R920

Deluxe Double/ Twin or Group (with view)

A double bed with bunk bed. En-suite. Kitchenette. View of the Amphitheatre from verandah. Communal facilities - jacuzzi, sauna, plunge rock pool etc. Bring your own padlocks to use the safety boxes

Double x 1
From
R2,780

Deluxe Double/ Twin or Group

A double bed with bunk bed. En-suite. Kitchenette. View of an indigenous garden from the verandah. Communal facilities - jacuzzi, sauna, plunge rock pool etc. Bring your own padlocks to use the safety

Double x 1 Single x 2
From
R2,648

Economy Double/ Triple or Budget Twin

A double bed with a single bed. A separate communal self - catering kitchen available as well as the lodge facilities that are shared by everyone - jacuzzi, sauna, plunge rock pool etc. Bring your own

Double x 1 Single x 1
From
R1,640

Camp Site

Campers must bring their own tents and bedding. All lodge facilities are accessible. Kitchens, jacuzzi, sauna etc. If you need us to provide you with a tent click the following link: https://www.amphi

Single x 2
From
R540

Location

Address

Northern Drakensberg, South Africa

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Features

Views Of The Amphitheatre Cliff Face Views Of Tugela Falls Panoramic Views Of Northern Drakensberg Range To Cathkin Peak Stained Glass, Mosaic, And Carved Architectural Details Rooms In Converted Grain Silos Indigenous Rockeries On-site Dam, River, And Wetland Direct Access To Grasslands With Wildlife

Activities

Hiking Bird Watching Wildlife Viewing Rock Climbing Abseiling Walking Trails Jogging Trails Tugela Falls Day Hike (guided) Lesotho Day Hike (guided) Cathedral Peak Hiking Tour (guided) Multi-day Guided Hiking Excursions Swimming In On-site Dams Cycling Along Mpande River

Amenities

Parking Swimming Pool Restaurant Bar Tv Lounge Organic Garden Sauna Jacuzzi Dam Self-catering Kitchen