The Best Hotels for a Weekend Getaway in Pongola

Pongola makes for a perfect weekend getaway, and finding the right hotel can make all the difference. So, if you're looking for where to stay for a weekend in Pongola, you'll find our researched suggestions below. Whether you're a family looking to explore the city or a couple in need of a romantic escape, we've analyzed all of the hotels based on key criteria to help you find the perfect place to stay for a long weekend in Pongola. From affordable rates to luxurious accommodations, Pongola offers a variety of places to stay for a 2-day or 3-day trip. The hotels we recommend are equipped with amenities that will make your stay relaxing and comfortable. Plus, their convenient locations will allow you to explore all the exciting things to do and see in the area over your ultimate weekend escape. After a long day of sightseeing, you can unwind at a restaurant, enjoy the vibrant nightlife, or simply enjoy the comfort of your room. If you're traveling with family, we recommend hotels that are family-friendly and offer amenities that cater to children. For couples looking for a romantic weekend, we suggest hotels with nice surroundings, good views, and luxurious amenities. With our detailed analysis of the best hotels for a weekend in Pongola, you'll be sure to find the perfect place to stay for your weekend escape.

(Prices are listed in U.S. Dollars.)

Dive Inn Guesthouse

Guest house with prices starting at $107 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect Hotel for a 3-day trip in Pongola
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 3-star hotels.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Outdoor pool

Located at Piet Retief Road 201, Dive Inn Guesthouse has great rooms from $107 (before taxes). It offers an outdoor pool, room service, rooms with kitchenettes, golf, and free parking. It has a terrific 9.50 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. Only 0.7 km from the city center, visitors will especially love a pool table, laundry facilities, family rooms, a tour desk, and air-conditioning at this convenient hotel. We always love being able to prepare simple meals in a hotel room, and the kitchenette here was teriffic. The price of this hotel is less than average for weekend trip hotels, which makes it a great value.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Kitchenette
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator


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Pakamisa Private Game Reserve

5-star Hotel with prices starting at $231 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Stay for a Weekend Trip to Pongola
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pets allowed

A great place to stay is Pakamisa Private Game Reserve which has nice rooms starting at $231. Offering an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a bar, and hiking, it also has a great guest rating of 9.40 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at D429. This fun hotel is also nice because it offers child care, laundry services, pet-friendly rooms, free parking, and horse riding which weekend visitors will enjoy. Also, it's just 10.2 km from the city center. The service at the restaurant is terrific, and so is the food.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Pets allowed
  • Horse riding
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hiking
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms


Elegant Lodge & Conference Center

Guest house with prices starting at $61 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Hotel for the Ultimate 3 Days in Pongola
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 3-star hotels.
  • Outdoor pool

We found Elegant Lodge & Conference Center to be a great place to stay, and the price starts at $61. We loved that is has an outdoor pool, room service, a bar, golf, and a game room, and it also has a terrific guest rating of 8.50 out of 10 from previous guests. It's located at 68 Hans Strydom Street. You'll also find free parking, a pool table, laundry facilities, family rooms, and air-conditioning which weekend travelers will love. And this comfortable hotel is just 0.9 km from the center of town. The swimming pool is fantastic and lots of fun, too. It's a great value, too, because it's less than the average price for weekend trip hotels.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Game room
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Refrigerator


Kastelein Guesthouse

Guest house with prices starting at $63 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect for 2 Days in Pongola
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for weekend trip hotels.
  • Outdoor pool

With terrific rooms from $63, Kastelein Guesthouse, at Dr. Jansen street 176 provides an outdoor pool, room service, rooms with kitchenettes, free parking, and laundry facilities. Its terrific guest rating is 9.00 out of 10 from previous guests staying here. Travelers will really like this relaxing hotel which also offers family rooms, air-conditioning, a 24-hour desk, a microwave, and a refrigerator. It's located just 0.7 km from the city center, too. The room service is especially nice after a long day. It's a great value, as the price is less than the average for weekend trip hotels.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Kitchenette
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator


Makongo Hills Lodge

Guest house with prices starting at $429 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Weekend Getaway Hotel
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Outdoor pool

Makongo Hills Lodge has a great guest rating of 9.90 out of 10, and offers an outdoor pool, laundry facilities, family rooms, air-conditioning, and balconies. The great rooms here start at $429 before taxes and depending on the season. It can be found at Makongo Hills. Furthermore, it also offers outdoor dining areas and a plunge pool, which is nice for visitors. Just 35.5 km from the city center, this terrific hotel is a terrific choice.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Family rooms


Imbopha guesthouse

Guest house with prices starting at $51 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Terrific Hotel for a Long Weekend in Pongola
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 3-star hotels.

The great guest rating of Imbopha guesthouse is 9.00 out of 10. This place has rooms with kitchens, rooms with kitchenettes, an indoor pool, free parking, and a private pool. Prices for the terrific rooms are from $51, and it's located at sectionB, B2057 nearby Ncotshane community hall. We also love the air-conditioning, a microwave, a refrigerator, balconies, and private parking which are great for weekend visitors. And since it's just 5 km from the center of the town, the location is great, too. We always love being able to cook meals in a hotel room, and the kitchen here was a nice touch. The price of this hotel is less than average for weekend trip hotels, which makes it a great value.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Kitchen
  • Indoor pool
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Kitchenette
  • Free parking
  • Private pool
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator


The Guest House Pongola

Guest house with prices starting at $53 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Stay for a Weekend Escape
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 3-star hotels.
  • Outdoor pool

A cool place is The Guest House Pongola because it has great rooms that start at $53. It has an outdoor pool, rooms with kitchenettes, laundry services, free parking, and laundry facilities, it also earned a great guest rating of 8.20 out of 10 from people who have stayed here before. It's found at 123 Dr. Jansen Street. Only 1.2 km from the city center, weekend travelers will especially love family rooms, air-conditioning, a microwave, a refrigerator, and balconies at this fun hotel. It's also less than the average price for weekend trip hotels, so it's a great value.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator


Also, take a look at the weekend trip hotels in nearby destinations: Saint Lucia and Piet Retief.

For more terrific hotel ideas in Pongola, make sure you also see Best Hotels for First Time Visitors in Pongola, Best Hotels for a Weekend Getaway in Pongola, or Best Hotels for One Week in Pongola.


How much do hotels for a weekend visit cost in Pongola?

Pongola Average Weekend Trip Hotel Price
$142

After analyzing 7 weekend trip hotels in Pongola, we found the average weekend trip hotel price to be a remarkably economical $142. Naturally, this destination has many fantastic weekend trip accommodation options with a variety of prices. The price will vary by the hotel's amenities, available dates, and the general location. If you're interested in more information about hotels here, see our guide to hotel prices in Pongola.

The average prices of our suggested weekend trip hotels by star rating:

  • 5-star hotels: $231
  • 4-star hotels: $63
  • 3-star hotels: $140


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