The Traveller's Rest

General information

An idyllic place situated halfway between Pietermaritzburg and Greytown along the Albert Falls Amble. The Traveller’s Rest was built as early as 1855 to accommodate early travellers, whose only means of transport was horseback and ox wagon. Rich in historic tales the establishment is rumoured to have accommodated the Prince Imperial of France before his death in 1879. During the Boer war (1899-1902), the Traveller’s Rest was converted and used as an English Garrison.

The historic Cape Dutch style building has recently been lovingly restored to accentuate all original features. Built above the drift on the Sterkspruit River, boasting beautiful indigenous gardens amongst the pecan nut plantation, the Traveller’s Rest offers guests a number of accommodation options in a picturesque and tranquil setting. Let the surroundings encourage you to relax, kick off your shoes, and escape your busy and frantic modern lifestyle.

With a beautiful and rustic function room, many people are choosing The Traveller’s Rest as their choice of venue to celebrate weddings and other celebrations. Our menu is great and delicious and can be tailored to suit you and your guests needs.

The social pub is the heart of the establishment, offering guests an opportunity to chat with the friendly locals, enjoy the reasonably priced drinks and escape the weather. Enter the pub in summer and enjoy the air-conditioning, ice cold drinks and a scrumptious meal. In the winter months, the fireplace completely transforms the ambience of the pub into a warm and calming space. Guests are invited to sit back and unwind whilst enjoying a delicious meal and a glass of red beside the crackling wood fire.

We invite you to come and enjoy our friendly hospitality, where we aspire to provide guests with an unforgettable experience in a tranquil setting. We look forward to welcoming you to The Traveller’s Rest.

GPS co-ordinates S 29°21.533’ & E 30°31.234’

Choice of 4 double bedrooms with river views
Spacious bedrooms with en-suite, 2 single beds and a sleeper couch. Includes tea/ coffee & standard guest amenities. The bedrooms have a comfortable outside area overlooking tranquil indigenous gardens and river views.
Max guests: 3

Choice of 3 double bedrooms with views of the pecan nut plantation
Spacious bedrooms with en-suite, 2 single beds and a sleeper couch. Includes tea/ coffee & standard guest amenities. Guests can enjoy tranquil views of the indigenous gardens and the pecan nut plantation.
Max guests: 3

Choice of 3 self-catering Cottages
Two larger cottages offering guests two spacious bedrooms, a bathroom, lounge and kitchenette.
Max Guests: 6
One smaller cottage offers guests a spacious bedroom, a bathroom, lounge and kitchenette.
Max Guests: 2

RATES
Double Rooms
Bed only R300.00 per person or R250.00 per person sharing
Bed & Breakfast R350.00 per person or R300.00 per person sharing
Dinner, bed & breakfast R410.00 per person or R360.00 per person sharing

Self-catering
R150.00 per person, minimum of R300.00 per night
We require a 50% deposit within 48 hours of booking, preferably full payment before arrival, but accept full payment on arrival. Electronic transfer and credit card payments accepted.

Dining Guide
We have a large menu with a variety of meals ranging from breakfasts, light meals, main courses and desserts.
Our prices range from R35-R130