Corner of Lyon Cachet & Bosman Streets, Dullstroom, Mpumalanga, 1110
What's nearby
Wild About Whiskey - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Dullstroom Bird of Prey & Rehabilitation Centre - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Dullstroom Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
Verlorenvlei - 23 min drive - 15.1 km
baKoni Ruins - 53 min drive - 67.4 km
Getting around
Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 149 min drive
Restaurants
Seattle Coffee Company Dullstroom - 15 min walk
Mayfly Restaurant - 9 min walk
Duck & Trout - 2 min walk
Harrie's Pancakes - 17 min walk
Wild about Whisky - 6 min walk
About this property
The Highlander Hotel
The Highlander Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Dullstroom. You can visit the spa to indulge in hot stone massages, facials or manicures and pedicures, and Chapter One restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious country house include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a steam room.
Languages
Afrikaans, English, French, Italian, Zulu
At a glance
Hotel size
16 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business centre
4 meeting rooms
Conference centre (323 square feet of space)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Fireplace in reception
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Separate bath and shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Electrical adapters/chargers
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Spa
The on-site spa has 2 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, facials and manicures and pedicures.
Dining
Chapter One restaurant – This fine-dining restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 50 for adults and ZAR 50 for children
Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Urban Hip Highlander
Urban Hip Highlander Dullstroom
Urban Hip Hotels Highlander
Urban Hip Hotels Highlander Dullstroom
Urban Hip Hotels Highlander Country House Dullstroom
Urban Hip Hotels Highlander Country House
Urban Hip Hotels The Highlander
Highlander Hotel Dullstroom
Highlander Dullstroom
The Highlander Dullstroom
The Highlander Hotel Dullstroom
The Highlander Hotel Country House
The Highlander Hotel Country House Dullstroom
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at The Highlander Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Highlander Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Highlander Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Highlander Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Highlander Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. The Highlander Hotel also has a steam room and spa services, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Highlander Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Chapter One restaurant.
What's the area around The Highlander Hotel like?
The Highlander Hotel is in the heart of Dullstroom, a short 5-minute walk from Wild About Whiskey.
The Highlander Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
6.8/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Poor
2 Sep 2024
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Dec 2023
christine
christine, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
10 Aug 2022
Great location, just overpriced restaurant
The location of the hotel is good. The stairs down the the rooms is built for somebody with long legs and the ramp - not sure if that is for a wheel chair which I will never use. The restaurant is very over priced and its really not great food. The food at Mrs Simpson is WAY better. The fire place, having a vent right on top, the room was always smelling of smoke. Rooms do all need a little TLC. Staff is very friendly and helpful.
Verified traveller
3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
26 Jul 2022
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 Apr 2022
Excellent for families
Excellent hotel for a family stop-over on the way back from Kruger. Friendly staff, excellent service, great facilities and an awesome restaurant!
Andries
Andries, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
8 Mar 2022
Nozipho
Nozipho, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
17 Jan 2022
susan
susan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Nov 2021
Great room. Lovely staff
Jarred
Jarred, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Aug 2021
Excellent
Excellent service and Hotel, stunning staff
hylke
hylke, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
3 Jun 2021
Good trip
Was good
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Nov 2020
AWESOME WEEKEND AWAY - GREAT BOUTIQUE TYPE HOTEL ATTENTION TO DETAIL
susan
susan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
2 Nov 2020
Lauren
Lauren, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Sep 2020
Arnold
Arnold, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Sep 2020
Great
Great place great time
Johan
Johan, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Dec 2019
A Christmas Delight
Stayed in hotel 23rd December to 26th December 2019 with my partner and her mum.It was a beautiful experience. Both rooms where very good and met our expectations. The hotel grounds where beautiful and relaxing and felt very secure.The hotel staff where very professional and helpful. The food was of the highest standard and Christmas Day dinner at the hotel was a wonderful experience, sharing the day with the owners and their family friends and guests. I would recommend a stay at this hotel and experience the delights of the hotel and area. A big thank you to the owners and their family for being so welcoming and helpful to make our stay such a pleasure and being so kind.
Jeremy
Jeremy, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
24 Sep 2019
Arnold
Arnold, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
20 May 2019
Lovely fireplace in the room. Room nice but a bit tired in places, broken blind, gaffer tape on the step up to the bathroom, and bathroom could do with a renovation.
Pieter
Pieter, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
13 May 2019
Coret
Coret, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Feb 2019
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
4/10 Fair
28 Dec 2018
In effective communication
I had a problem on my arrival as I was informed that my reservation was not in place!
I was also made to sign the manual credit card printed slips, which I have never done before when booking through hotel.com!
I am scared of a possible double charge!
Owen
Owen, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
3 Dec 2018
Very good property with friendly staff
Check in a little slow, the hotel could not find our reservation. Other than that, staff very friendly and helpful, beautiful property and nice breakfast.
Terblanche
Terblanche, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Nov 2018
Highland hideaway.
Well worth spoiling yourself if you’re ever in Dullstroom with undoubtedly the best boutique hotel in the area. Fireplaces in rooms just add to that extra bit of comfort. A very special hideaway.
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Nov 2018
Amazingly friendly hotel with very comfortable accommodation.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Sep 2018
Lovely place for a Dullstroom getaway
Lovely spot, nice management and team
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
20 Aug 2018
Some work needed
Upon arrival we were disappointed in that many of the items / features that were published on the booking sites were in fact not offered. Contrary to what was advertised, there was no airconditioning, coffee maker, in-room telephone, Wi-Fi in rooms nor luxury bedding. In fact, the bedding was almost threadbare with a hostel-type blanket underneath the duvet to give some warmth. The mattress on our bed needed replacement.
We highlighted this to the current managers. Their explanations made it clear why the features were not available and why the buildings were in need of urgent maintenance. Apparently the hotel group had been liquidated and was recently taken over by new owners. Efforts are underway to catch up with a two-year backlog of neglect.
The rooms but especially the common areas have a luxurious and classy feel. Rooms are huge but as mentioned need some maintenance. The spirit of the managers who were apparently appointed two weeks prior to our stay, made our stay memorable one. The breakfast was outstanding and all staff offered service with a smile.
I am confident that advertised quality and a 5 star rating might be achieved.