Pilgrims Rest Accommodation at The Royal Hotel in Mpumalanga
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The Royal Hotel Pilgrims Rest is a Pilgrims Rest hotel providing accommodation in 34 guest rooms for tourists visiting the Panorama Route region.

About The Royal Hotel Pilgrims Rest

The Royal Hotel in Pilgrims Rest is a charming national monument, situated approximately 45 km from the Blyde River Canyon and the ‘Panorama’ scenic-route.

Accommodation

Built in 1894, the hotel has 11 elegant bedrooms situated in the Royal Hotel itself and the remaining 39 in cottages adjacent to the hotel, set in the surrounding historical gold-rush village.

The hotel sleeps 109 guests in total in six suites and 44 double or twin bed en-suite bedrooms in the main hotel and adjacent cottages, still carrying their historical names. The gracious Victorian accommodation boasts brass bedsteads and ball and claw baths.

Hotel Features

The hotel features a stately lounge with fireplace where you can relax and enjoy a sun-downer or nightcap. The Church Bar – originally a school chapel was brought to Pilgrim’s Rest by ox wagon and erected to the hotel.

The hotel also offers an informal theme restaurant known as “Diggers Den” and the “Peach Tree Creek” where formal meals and functions are held.

Additional Facilities

The hotel is paraplegic friendly and children are welcome.

Location & Attractions

The facilities offered in the area are – a nine-hole golf course, horse riding, trout fishing, gold panning, ghost tours and hiking trails. A choice of charming museums and curiosity shop are available for the less energetic.

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Features you'll appreciate

providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Area information booklet
  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Children: cot, highchair, etc.
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Desk
  • Disabled equipped
  • Fan(s)
  • Hairdryer
  • Internet connection (wireless)
  • Patio / verandah / balcony
  • Smoking: not allowed
  • Tea and coffee facilities

On Site

  • Child friendly (all ages)
  • Childcare / babysitting service
  • Guest lounge with TV
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Laundry service
  • Parking (off street)
  • Parking (undercover)
  • Reception (24 hours)
  • Safe deposit box (reception)
  • Security (guard)
  • Smoking: none indoors
  • Wake up calls
  • Wheelchair access

Food & Drink

  • Bar (fully licenced)
  • Complimentary tea / coffee
  • Restaurant / dining room

Transfers

  • Tour assistance
fluentsome understanding

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Afrikaans
  • Shangaan
  • Sotho
  • Swazi
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu

Rooms & Rates

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Royal Hotel - Double

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Royal Hotel - Double

Late Victorian Elegant Decor with Brass Double Bed and en-suite Bathroom with Ball 'n Claw bath. Rooms in Main Building.

Qty: 5
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Royal Hotel - Twins

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Royal Hotel - Twins

Late Victorian Elegant Decor with Brass Twin Beds and en-suite Bathroom with Ball 'n Claw bath. Rooms in Main Building.

Qty: 6
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Royal Cottage

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Royal CottageRoyal Cottage

VIP Suite. Lounge. Separate Toilet and Bathroom with Ball 'n Claw Bath. One Room with Double Brass Bed and One Room with Twin Beds. Terrace with amazing view of the Mountains. Ideal for Family or Honeymoon Couple.

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Bank House - B1

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Bank House - B1

Late Victorian Elegant Decor with Lounge, Separate Bedroom with Brass Double Bed and en-suite Bathroom with Ball 'n Claw bath.

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Bank House - B2

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Bank House - B2

Late Victorian Elegant Decor with Brass Double Bed and en-suite Bathroom with Ball 'n Claw bath. Honeymoon Suite with Fire Place.

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Bank House - B3

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Bank House - B3

Late Victorian Elegant Decor with Brass Twin Beds and en-suite Bathroom with Ball 'n Claw Bath.

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Montague - Doubles

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Montague - DoublesMontague - Doubles

Late Victorian Elegant Decor with Brass Double Bed and en-suite Bathroom with Ball 'n Claw bath. Sharing Lounge in Annexe.

Qty: 3
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Montague - Twins

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Montague - Twins

Late Victorian Elegant Decor with Brass Twin Beds and en-suite Bathroom with Ball 'n Claw bath. Sharing Lounge in Annexe.

Qty: 2
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Pilgrims Hotel - Twins

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Pilgrims Hotel - Twins

Late Victorian Elegant Decor with Brass Twin Beds and en-suite Bathroom with Ball 'n Claw Bath.

Qty: 12
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

Pilgrims Hotel - Doubles

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Pilgrims Hotel - Doubles

Late Victorian Elegant Decor with Brass Double Bed and en-suite Bathroom with Ball 'n Claw bath.

Qty: 2
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-12 years are allowed; over 12 years treated as adults

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Guest Reviews

3 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.

Verified reviewgood

Enjoyed our stay, staff very friendly and helpful.

December 2018

Christine Schneider (Switzerland)

Verified reviewvery good

I used to live in Pilgrimsrest in 1971 and it was wonderful to go back and see that the hotel is still in its original state - very clean and quaint. Loved it!

August 2017

Judy van der Merwe (Gauteng)

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Need to Know

Response timeThe Royal Hotel Pilgrims Rest typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.

Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome.

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 10h00

Payment methods accepted by the propertyMastercard, Visa, EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

Listed on SA-Venues.com since February 2015

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