At the foot of the legendary Ghost Mountain in Mkuze, Northern KwaZulu-Natal lies the enchanting Ghost Mountain Inn. A tale of family, history and an innate love for Africa, this intimate and award-winning hotel is the ideal location from which to explore the game and coastal reserves of Zululand and the Elephant Coast. From the inevitable romance with Lake Jozini to the remarkable scenery of the Lebombo mountains, from the wildlife of uMkhuze Game Reserves and the heritage of the Zulu culture to the tranquility found at the spa, Ghost Mountain Inn promises an experience beyond compare.
From JOHANNESBURG - 5 hours
From Durban DURBAN - 3 hours
From MKUZE AIRPORT - 2 km
GPS CO-ORDINATES - S 027 38.0 / E 032 03.0
The Ghost Mountain Inn is 500km east of Johannesburg and 300km north of Durban, en route to Swaziland, Mpumalanga and Mozambique.
DISTANCES TO THE INN:
Mkhuze Game Reserve (16 km)
Lake Jozini (12 km)
Hluhluwe / Imfolosi Game Reserve (65 km)
Sodwana Bay (95 km)
Lake St. Lucia (130 km)
Richards Bay (160 km)
Durban (300 km)
Kruger Park (Crocodile Bridge) (400 km)
Johannesburg (500 km)
The Ghost Mountain Inn offers 74 guest rooms including: 3 Suites and a Junior Suite, 22 Mountain View Rooms including 1 Wheelchair Friendly room, 8 Garden Rooms including 1 Wheelchair friendly room, 19 Superior Rooms and 22 Standard Rooms. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, tea and coffee making facilities, satellite television, telephone, air conditioning, hairdryer, safes and mini bars.
CHECK IN TIME – 2:00pm
CHECK OUT TIME – 10:00am
CHILDREN
Your little ones are always welcome at Ghost Mountain Inn, with complimentary accommodation for children under the age of two years old. Give your kids the ultimate adventure on a boat cruise or game drive or allow them to explore the many facilities offered at Ghost Mountain Inn, including a jungle gym in the expansive garden. For parents looking to privately explore the beauty and intimacy of their surroundings, a trusted babysitter can be arranged.
EARLY ARRIVALS AND LATE DEPARTURES
Should you have an early arrival and prefer immediate access to your room, whotel recommends booking for one night prior. Similarly, for late departures, reserving an additional night will guarantee access to your room until you leave the Hotel. Not to worry however, as if you choose not to reserve the extra night, hotel will be happy to store your bags and make our fitness facilities available for you to freshen up in.
The Ghost Mountain Inn offers 74 guest rooms including: 3 Suites and a Junior Suite, 22 Mountain View Rooms including 1 Wheelchair Friendly room, 8 Garden Rooms including 1 Wheelchair friendly room, 19 Superior Rooms and 22 Standard Rooms. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, tea and coffee making facilities, satellite television, telephone, air conditioning, hairdryer, safes and mini bars.
CHECK IN TIME – 2:00pm
CHECK OUT TIME – 10:00am
CHILDREN
Your little ones are always welcome at Ghost Mountain Inn, with complimentary accommodation for children under the age of two years old. Give your kids the ultimate adventure on a boat cruise or game drive or allow them to explore the many facilities offered at Ghost Mountain Inn, including a jungle gym in the expansive garden. For parents looking to privately explore the beauty and intimacy of their surroundings, a trusted babysitter can be arranged.
EARLY ARRIVALS AND LATE DEPARTURES
Should you have an early arrival and prefer immediate access to your room, whotel recommends booking for one night prior. Similarly, for late departures, reserving an additional night will guarantee access to your room until you leave the Hotel. Not to worry however, as if you choose not to reserve the extra night, hotel will be happy to store your bags and make our fitness facilities available for you to freshen up in.
The Dining Room
Seasonal Menus offering the freshest local ingredients combined with traditional favourites are served in the Dining Room, outdoors on the terrace or under the warm African sky in a traditional Boma.
Roy’s Bar
A relaxed place to meet other travellers over a cocktail or gin and tonic, Roy’s bar is the perfect spot to unwind. Delight in a glass of wine from our award winning wine list whilst taking in a stunning view of the blooming gardens and swimming pool or simply sit back and enjoy the comfortable African decor.
Lounge Area and Gift Shop
Comfortable airy lounge areas with fireplaces for the chilly winter months, as well as complimentary wireless internet, are available for all guests to take pleasure in. Open all day, our gift shop offers a variety of curios, from beaded artefacts and carvings to Nguni cow hides and clothing. The gift shop can be found in the reception area and also offers toiletries and other sundries you may have left at home.
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Spa
Escape and be pampered at the Ghost Mountain Spa with a variety of body pampering treatments and soothing facials using distinctive spa therapies by well-trained staff. Enjoy two distinct spa product offerings – Terres d’Afrique is an organic skincare range created from African plant extracts and Dermalogica offers personalised solutions to a range of skin concerns. The spa features a steam room and relaxation area with private plunge pool to rest in between treatments. Those who prefer the relaxing sound of birdsong will love the glorious indigenous gardens.
Swimming Pools
The hotel offers two pools. The larger of the two is situated in the garden in front of the hotel, surrounded by umbrellas and loungers where the second, a rock pool in a more secluded area of the Spa, offers a truly unique experience.
Indigenous Gardens
The 5 acres of verdant rolling gardens stretch down to the water on the boundary of the property. All new planting is indigenous and we are slowly removing the remaining exotics, in order to keep the garden as indigenous as possible. The flourishing old trees and succulent fruit attract many species of birdlife, for which Mkuze is well known, and the garden also features a bird hide and jetty for both birding and relaxing.
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Kids
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Your little ones are always welcome at Ghost Mountain Inn, with complimentary accommodation for children under the age of two years old. Give your little darlings the ultimate adventure on a boat cruise or game drive or allow them to explore the many facilities offered at Ghost Mountain Inn, including a jungle gym in the expansive garden. For parents looking to privately explore the beauty and intimacy of their surroundings, a trusted babysitter can be arranged. |
Safaris
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Explore the wildlife, history, scenery and cultural wealth of Zululand and the Elephant Coast with Ghost Mountain Safaris. Join enthuastic and knowledgeable rangers on a variety of excursions. From Game Drives or boat cruises and Tiger Fishing on Lake Jozini, to hikes and Zulu Homestead visits. Qualified guides are able to tailor-make itineraries for you. All of the walks are accompanied by guides that are well versed in local history and culture, as well as the fauna and flora of the area. Please request a specialist bird guide if there are birders in the group.. |
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Based on 1020 reviews
5
Sleep Quality
4.7
Location
4.6
Rooms
4.6
Service
4.7
Value
4.5
Cleanliness
4.7
Published Fri, Jan 31, 2026
Ghost mountain Inn was an awesome experience. The rooms were very comfy and clean. The restaurant and bar were great. The staff were outstanding. The venue itself is picture perfect.
Published Thu, Jan 31, 2026
OMG this place is just STUNNING!!!!!!! On arrival we were given a glass of apple juice and the reception staff were just so friendly and welcoming. We were then brought to our room which was...
Published Thu, Jan 31, 2026
Warm, friendly, staff caring and food more than excellent! We are a group of Swedes and Norwegians and we LOVE the place. Excursions very nice. Garden and pools wonderful. Forgot to mention the spa...
