Fern Hill Hotel

Name: Fern Hill Hotel
Address: R103, Midmar, Tweedie, Howick, 3255, ZA
Telephone: +27333305071
Price range: ££

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Fern Hill Hotel is situated by Midmar Dam in the KZN Midlands. It is family run hotel and home to the

For more than thirty years, Fern Hill Hotel has been one of the most cherished places on the Midlands Meander. The three star, family run country hotel is practically synonymous with hospitality in the Meander. Boasting 25 fully appointed bedrooms, an award winning restaurant, conference venues, wedding venues, chapel and a fully accredited hotel school, Fern Hill Hotel has become a major hub in the Natal Midlands. Fern Hill Hotel is owned by established restauranteurs and hoteliers Gion and Karen Poltera. Together with their team of dedicated staff, they will ensure your stay is an unforgettable one. Fern Hill has played host to numerous prominent guests including past President Nelson Mandela when he was awarded the freedom of Howick. Whether you are wanting to unwind in the Midlands, host a wedding, begin a career in hospitality or simply dine out in the Snooty Fox a la Carte restaurant, we look forward to welcoming you to Fern Hill Hotel. A Hotel Steeped in History:

Built in 1851 by the Swann family, the original farm became a trading post and boarding house in 1888 for the Trekkers who stopped off before descending the treacherous Umgeni Gorge. Over the years it became a popular holiday resort until the 1960s. It was left to rack and ruin thereafter until it became completely derelict. Gion and Karen bought the property in October 1989 and painstakingly reconstructed the dilapidated buildings that remained. No contractors would help take on the job and so they embarked on bringing life back to Fern Hill by themselves. Within eight months, of much blood, sweat and tears, the majority of the renovations were complete, and in May 1990 Fern Hill Hotel was officially reopened. Many of the original historical buildings are still in place and lovingly maintained by a dedicated maintenance team. The Signal Box, rooms 1 - 5 and Mandela Suite being the most historical. What started off as a small hotel with only six bedrooms, a small bar, restaurant and conference room, has developed to great proportions. The hotel is set in twenty-five acres of park-like grounds, with water features, a gazebo, a thatched deck, swimming pool, tennis court and braai area.

05/11/2026

04/11/2026

Christmas Eve Dinner at Fern Hill | The Buffet is Back!

It's been a long time since we've hosted one of our Fern Hill buffets, and what better occasion to host one than Christmas Eve?

Join us on 24 December for a festive evening with plenty of delicious food and the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed evening with family and friends.

24 December | 6pm – 9pm

Make a night of it and let us take care of dinner this Christmas Eve.

Bookings are essential. Contact Fern Hill to reserve your table - 033 330 5071

04/11/2026

Take advantage of our special room-only rate of just R1000 per room and enjoy a comfortable stay at Fern Hill Hotel. Whether it's a quick getaway, a change of pace or simply a night away, we'd love to welcome you.

November special. Limited availability.

Bookings: 033 330 5071

03/11/2026

🇿🇦 Voting tomorrow? 🇿🇦

Make a day of it and pop in at Fern Hill.

We're OPEN on voting day, so once you've cast your vote, come and enjoy a little good food, fresh air and a change of scenery.

We'll be here! 🌿

033 330 5071

02/11/2026

Yes, we are open and operational! 👌
7 days a week, breakfast, lunch and dinner.

033 330 5071

01/11/2026

✨️🎄 033 330 5071 🎄 ✨️

We are now taking year end festive functions. We will be open for Christmas Eve dinner, closed Christmas Day and then open again on Boxing Day.

29/10/2026

Throwback Thursday

"Fern Hill, restored to its former glory"

"To see Fern Hill in the Natal Midlands is to appreciate a restoration which totally captures the ambiance of a bygone era.
Established in 1851 as a trading post. Fern Hill became a boarding house in 1888, but by 1960 was run-down and shabby. Towards the end of 1989, Swiss-born Gion Poltera and his English wife, Karen, saw is potential as a hotel and with typical Swiss precision, they set about restoring the property.

For six months, Gion and Karen and their children
camped out in the 40-hectare property while the
buildings were restored."

Howick Buzz SA

28/10/2026

Needing a space that can evolve to your vision? Come and view our venues and, with the help of our team, we can help you create it.

033 330 5071
[email protected]

Offering a variety of stunning venues on offer to suit your different requirements 👌033 330 5071Functions@fernhillhotel....

27/10/2026

Offering a variety of stunning venues on offer to suit your different requirements 👌

033 330 5071
[email protected]

Needing a last minute conference or year end function? We have you covered.033 330 5071 | functions@fernhillhotel.co.za.

26/10/2026

Needing a last minute conference or year end function? We have you covered.

033 330 5071 | [email protected].

Address

R103, Midmar, Tweedie
Howick
3255

Telephone

+27333305071

Website

http://www.fernhillhotel.co.za/

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