Farquhar Lodge’s website describes the establishment as “elegance, tranquillity and warmth in the heart of Ladysmith”. Having stayed their while timing an event in the area, Team #FinishTime can confirm that the lodge truly lives up to its claim. With its beautiful garden, friendly staff and prime location, it makes an ideal stop for anyone going to Ladysmith for work, pleasure or a race. One of the factors our team loved most about Farquhar Lodge…
"Farquhar Lodge"Tag: KwaZulu-Natal
If you’re heading to KZN’s capital of Pietermaritzburg for a business trip, we highly recommend Regal Inn PMB as a place to rest your head. After spending a couple of nights at Regal Inn, members of our team reported five reasons why they enjoyed their time at Regal Inn PMB. Team #FinishTime had a lovely stay at Regal Inn and would not hesitate to return.
"Regal Inn Pietermaritzburg"
If you’ve ever been to the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, then we don’t need to tell you how quaint and picturesque the area is. What you may not know, however, is that the iconic Anew Hotel Hilton, originally established in 1936, boasts 97 renovated rooms with every modern amenity. Whether you’re in the area for a race, for work or just to explore, Anew Hotel Hilton is an ideal home base in the Midlands. We asked our…
"Anew Hilton Hotel"
Since Team #FinishTime’s base is in Kloof, it’s not every day that we look for accommodation in this area. However, when we’re bringing team members from around the country “home” for an event or a company conference, it’s time to look for accommodation close to home. Southey House in Kloof proved to be a wonderful temporary home for team members coming in from various parts of the country. They got to enjoy breathtaking views over…
"Southey House"
A group of Team #FinishTime staff members recently stayed at Holland House in Morningside, Durban and we had a fantastic stay for an array of reasons. Firstly, you can’t beat Holland House for its location in Morningside. Situated between Innes Road and Wallace Road, it provides quick proximity to shops and eateries while also giving you a feeling of being tucked away in a quiet, secluded neighbourhood. Secondly, the service offered was second to none,…
"Holland House"
In the words of one reviewer, Meet Mekaar Resorts Nquthu is said to be “a friendly and peaceful place in the middle of the busyness of Nquthu”. According to members of our team who stayed at the resort while timing a race in the area, they couldn’t have said it better themselves. After a busy day’s race timing, our team found it a relief to retreat to their room’s balcony with a cup of coffee…
"Meet Mekaar Resorts Nquthu"
If there’s one thing that Team #FinishTime loves about The Old Mushroom Farm from a purely practical perspective, it’s the versatility of the accommodation on offer. From the Round House, which sleeps up to 12 people in four bedrooms to the Cottages, which sleep four people each, there’s a great option no matter how big a team we have to send to Howick for an event. There’s also a Tunnel Apartment, a Loft and Boutique…
"The Old Mushroom Farm"
In the words of members of Team #FinishTime, the Ammazulu African Palace in Kloof is nothing short of “legendary”! The palace has been designed to reflect parts of our province’s history, and an entire collection of Zulu arts and crafts have been incorporated into the hotel’s design. Each of the 10 magnificent suites features a private collection of Zulu Art, and the décor of this stunning hotel is matched only by its gorgeous surroundings and…
"Ammazulu African Palace"
If you’re looking for a spot to go and get some peace and quiet, Team #FinishTime would argue that one of the best places that could be is Harburg Retreat Centre. As the name implies, this spot is about taking a step back from the stresses of everyday life and enjoying some quiet, relaxing time. Surrounded by beautiful forests, sugarcane plantations and breathtaking views of the Valley of 1000 Hills, the Centre offers a wide…
"Harburg Retreat Centre"
Fern Hill Hotel is described as one of the leading hotels in the KZN Midlands, and it was very quick for Team #FinishTime to see why! Being located in close proximity to venues where our clients hold their races, Fern Hill offers the perfect blend of convenience and serenity. Members of our team agreed that if it was not a working weekend, this would be the perfect “home-away-from-home” from which to explore everything that the…
"Fern Hill Hotel"