There are many people who feel a holiday without their pets simply isn’t worthwhile. After all, what good is an energetic mountain hike, a swim in a glistening lake, or an evening next to the braai if you can’t share it with your furry companion? So just for you, we have compiled a list of our favourite pet friendly accommodations in KwaZulu-Natal.

Ocean Park Guest House, Umkomaas

Although on the whole quite fancy, Ocean Park Guest House certainly does not compromise on homely value. Guests can enjoy a relaxing stay at Ocean Park, which has a large green garden to accommodate pets (provided it’s arranged in advance). The guest house has 8 luxury rooms and a family cottage to choose from, each with unique features such as a wrap-around veranda and wonderful garden views. Other facilities include a 6-hole putting green, swimming pool, outdoor lapa bar, guest lounge, and laundry service. The guest house is also wheelchair friendly. Read more.

Acacia Bush Lodge, Pietermaritzburg

Acacia Bush Lodge is a pet friendly self-catering accommodation near Pietermaritzburg. It offers 9 self-catering lodges, seven of which sleep 3 people and two of which sleep 4 people. The cabins all have linen and towels, basic kitchenette facilities, and air-conditioning. The property is fully fenced off with covered areas for braais, a rock swimming pool, lapa, and conference venue. Acacia Bush Lodge is pet friendly but require that your dogs are kept on leashes at all times. Please bring along your own pet beds. Read more.

Burnham House B&B, La Lucia

Burnham House is a pet friendly B&B accommodation in between the towns of La Lucia and Umhlanga Rocks. This home away from home offers a wonderful view of the ocean. The accommodation consists of a Pet Friendly Unit with its own private garden where pets can roam freely, as well as a variety of twin, double, and king-sized rooms.  Other facilities include a swimming pool, pool deck, large garden, guest lounge, library, laundry on request, office facilities, and a braai area. A full continental breakfast is included. Read more.

Linger Longer, Warner Beach

Linger Longer is a self-catering pet friendly accommodation in Warner Beach. It offers apartments in a relaxed atmosphere, with a lovely tropical garden. Guests can choose between the Bachelor Flat (sleeping 2), Double and Twin Rooms (sleeping 2), and a family Room (sleeping 5).  Linger Longer offer facilities such as a sparkling swimming pool, kitchen facilities, and daily servicing. Read more.

Highland Nook, Himeville

Highland Nook is a self-catering accommodation in the southern Drakensberg. Set on a farm with commanding views of the mountains and river valleys on all sides, the park offers lots of running space for dogs and leisurely walks and views for guests. The park allows small dogs by prior arrangement). There are 3 self-catering cottages to choose from. Whether you stay at The Stone Cottage (sleeping 9), Croft Cottage (sleeping 8), Hadeda’s Nest (sleeping 4), or at one of the camp sites, you’re promised a wonderful getaway with your family and pets.  Enjoy a hike along the walking trails, bird watch, or just spend some quality time with the family. Read more.

Where do you enjoy getting away with the whole family?

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