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Arum Hill Lodge

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Balgowan with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Luxury Suite, Patio
Luxury Cottage, Patio | Private kitchenette
Luxury Suite, Patio
Property grounds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$74
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar

Explore the area

Map
Currys Post Road, Balgowan, KwaZulu-Natal, 3275
  • Michaelhouse Nature Reserve
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Gowrie Farm Golf Course
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Bill Barnes Crane and Oribi Nature Reserve
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Suite, Patio

Luxury Suite, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 100 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Cottage, Patio | Living room

Luxury Cottage, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
  • 100 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, Patio

Superior Room, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Balgowan

At Arum Hill Lodge, you'll be 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Michaelhouse Nature Reserve and 11.3 km (7 mi) from Gowrie Farm Golf Course. Highlights at this B&B include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This bed & breakfast has free WiFi in public areas, a games room and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a garden and a picnic area. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Balgowan B&B include Sherwood Centre and The Junction.
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What's nearby

  • Michaelhouse Nature Reserve - 7 min drive
  • Gowrie Farm Golf Course - 14 min drive
  • Fordoun Spa - 17 min drive
  • Abingdon Wine Estate - 24 min drive
  • Midmar Dam - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blueberry Cafe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Terbodore Coffee - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bierfassl Restaurant and Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Fable - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Caversham Mill Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Arum Hill Lodge

Bed & breakfast in Balgowan with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, an arcade/games room, and a garden are also featured at Arum Hill Lodge. Free self parking is available.
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Arum Hill Lodge offers 6 accommodations with free toiletries. Rooms open to furnished patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. This Balgowan bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • 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

Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 450 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 450 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at Arum Hill Lodge.

Property is also known as

Arum Hill Lodge Balgowan
Arum Hill Lodge
Arum Hill Balgowan
Arum Hill
Arum Hill Lodge B&B South Africa/Balgowan
Arum Hill Lodge Balgowan
Arum Hill Lodge Bed & breakfast
Arum Hill Lodge Bed & breakfast Balgowan
Arum Hill Lodge B&b South Africa/balgowan

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Arum Hill Lodge?

Yep, Arum Hill Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Arum Hill Lodge?

As of 23 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arum Hill Lodge on 26 Mar 2025 start from AU$74.33, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Arum Hill Lodge?

The closest beach to Arum Hill Lodge is Craigie Burn Dam (32.2 km).

What makes Arum Hill Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Arum Hill Lodge.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Arum Hill Lodge?

No, Arum Hill Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Arum Hill Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Arum Hill Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Arum Hill Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Arum Hill Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suited us perfectly, well provisioned rooms and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Cole

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Stuart

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Mark was very accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

S

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Midlands mediocre
The room was spacious and surroundings are peaceful. The location is also central for exploring the Midlands. However no heaters and it was very cold at night. The bathroom was carpeted which is unsanitary. Breakfast selection is poor.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Arum Hill Angel
The host Diane was such an angel. Thank you for making our stay wonderful!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheryl and Thembi were so welcoming and friendly. The peacefulness and views just wrap around you and it is just so lovely to sit out on the veranda and let this sink in. Breakfast each morning is good, and access to the property is relatively easy from the N3 highway. Perfect place to stay if you're wanting to do the Midlands Meander.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice location for local school parents
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Eli

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Rent a vehicle or you're stuck without a convenient taxi service and no uber. You'll have to make plans for dinner and supper outside the facility. The rooms are comfortable, landscape and views are amazing and the owner very hospitable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Very nice accommodation, with nice friendly staff and good breakfast. Only suggestion is that a flat sheet is provided for the beds as the duvet was far too hot and could not fling it off and just sleep under the sheet. No complaints with the rest of the weekend accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was very comfortable and Cheryl was extremely helpful and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lynn Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyable Midlands
It was a last minute decision to visit the Midlands, primarily to get into the country for fresh air and to view the Autumn colours --- we were not disappointed. Cheryl was charming and most hospitable and full of knowledge of the area. Whilst we will look next time for a venue with walks/river frontage, we fully recommend Arum Hill.

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would definitely recommend or stay again
Very pleasant, spacious and convenient.