Fordoun Hotel And Spa, Nottingham Road
About the Hotel
Fordoun Hotel and Spa is an award-winning five-star luxury boutique hotel nestled in the scenic KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, near Nottingham Road. Originally a dairy farm acquired by the Bates family in the late 1940s, the hotel preserves its historical charm while offering modern amenities. The property features a renowned spa known for its African-inspired treatments and a fine dining restaurant, Skye Bistro, which emphasizes locally sourced ingredients. Guests enjoy proximity to various outdoor activities and the picturesque Drakensberg Mountains.
Location
Located approximately 60 kilometers from Pietermaritzburg, Fordoun Hotel is easily accessible via the N3 Highway from both Durban and Johannesburg. The hotel sits on lush farmland with breathtaking views of the Drakensberg Mountains, offering guests the opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. Local attractions include the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park, several golf courses, and various cultural experiences in the surrounding area.
Rooms
Fordoun Hotel comprises 22 individually styled luxurious rooms, categorized into Luxury, Deluxe Dam Facing, and Superior Mountain View rooms. Each room features underfloor heating, en-suite bathrooms with a bath and shower, and modern conveniences like a flat-screen TV and coffee-making facilities. The newly added self-catering farm village offers 11 fully equipped cottages, ideal for families. Cottages include a kitchen, seating area, and private outdoor space with views of the surrounding landscape.
Eat & Drink
Skye Bistro serves a diverse menu focused on fresh, local produce and comforting favorites, from hearty curries to signature dishes like crispy pork bites. The restaurant's ambiance reflects a bygone era, with a cozy setting further enhanced by log-burning fires in winter. Open daily to both guests and visitors, it offers farm-style breakfasts, lighter lunch options, and sumptuous dinners, accommodating various dietary preferences.
Leisure & Business
Fordoun Hotel provides a range of leisure activities, including a world-class spa offering a variety of holistic treatments and facilities such as an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, hydrotherapy room, and fitness center. The venue caters to corporate events with meeting facilities equipped with modern audiovisual technology. Outdoor pursuits in the area include golf, mountain biking, hiking, and fishing, ensuring a well-rounded experience for business and leisure travelers alike.
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Currency exchange
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Golf course
- Table tennis
- Yoga class
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Board games
- Children's menu
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Bedroom
- Electric blankets
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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