Gooderson Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa Resort

Mountain resort with a 9-hole championship golf course and a comprehensive wellness center in the Southern Drakensberg

Golf & Wellness

Gooderson Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa Resort offers a 9-hole championship golf course set against the Champagne Valley with natural water features and mountain views. The luxury wellness center includes a hydrotherapy bath, two hot tubs on a wooden deck, a sauna, and a steam room. Guests also have access to spa treatments such as full body massages, facial treatments, and body wraps, plus a fitness center with locker rooms.

Dining Options

Five on-site restaurants serve a variety of meals: the Buffet Restaurant is open daily for breakfast and dinner, while Glengarry and The Bistro Café operate during the day. For à la carte dinners, guests can choose between Bergview Restaurant and the Vine Knot, each offering different menus. The resort also has a bar, a coffee house on site, and special diet menus available upon request.

Family Activities

Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa Resort provides a wide range of activities for children and adults, including an adventure park with zip lining, paddle boarding on the dam, canoeing, and horse riding. The property has two outdoor pools, one heated, plus a water slide, kids' pool, and a children's playground with miniature golf. Evening entertainment includes bingo, karaoke, and a kids' club, while daily staff organize archery, darts, and table tennis.

Weddings & Events

Gooderson Resort Drakensberg features a unique wedding venue: a theatre that has been converted into a chapel for ceremonies in a natural mountain setting. The resort also has fully equipped conference and function venues with meeting/banquet facilities and fax/photocopying services. Event spaces include terraces and gardens with outdoor furniture and a picnic area for receptions.

Location & Surroundings

The Gooderson Drakensberg Gardens Golf and Spa Resort is located in the Southern Drakensberg, a 30-minute drive from Underberg and close to the Champagne Valley hiking trails. Guests have direct access to mountain bike trails, trout fishing spots, and scenic river walks on the property. Nearby nature reserves offer adventure sports, and the resort itself provides bicycle rental and guided hikes.

• Golf: 9-hole championship course with Champagne Valley views
• Wellness: Hydrotherapy bath, sauna, steam room, and spa treatments
• Dining: 5 restaurants including buffet and à la carte options
• Family: Adventure park, zip line, heated pool, and kids' club
• Weddings: Theatre converted into chapel for mountain ceremonies