Sintokha Guest House - Welcome to our charming 15-room guesthouse, offering a comfortable and relaxed stay in the heart of Newcastle. Guests can unwind in the outdoor swimming pool, enjoy the lush garden.
Each room is equipped with free Wi-Fi, a patio, a seating area, a desk, a TV with DStv, a fan, and a bar fridge or refrigerator for your convenience. Bathrooms feature either a bath or a shower, or a full bathroom, and select rooms offer access to a shared kitchen.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available upon request at a charge at Sintokha Guest House. Lunch packs can be arranged upon advance request at an additional charge, and braai/barbeque facilities are available on-site. Restaurants, cafes and retail shops can be found at the Newcastle Mall.
Laundry services and a small conference boardroom are available upon request at a charge.
Nearby attractions include Newcastle Golf Club, which is 3 km away, and the Blackrock Casino is within 9 km. Activities within Newcastle include horse riding, hiking, quad biking and trailing in the Amcor Dam Waterfall, which also offers swimming pools and fishing in the dam.
Area Info:
Nestled in the foothills of the northern Drakensberg Mountains, Newcastle is a vibrant town in KwaZulu-Natal known for its blend of natural beauty, industrial strength, and rich history. As one of the province’s major urban centres, Newcastle serves as a hub for manufacturing and commerce, particularly in the steel and textile industries. Despite its industrial backbone, the town offers plenty of charm and leisure appeal. Nature lovers can explore the scenic Ncandu River Nature Reserve or take a drive to the nearby Drakensberg Mountains for hiking and outdoor adventures. Newcastle is also steeped in history, with landmarks such as Fort Amiel Museum offering insight into the Anglo-Zulu and Anglo-Boer wars. The town’s cultural diversity is reflected in its local cuisine, markets, and warm community spirit. Whether you’re visiting for business or relaxation, Newcastle delivers a unique mix of industry, heritage, and natural landscapes that make it a standout destination.
Attractions:
* Newcastle Golf Club
* Newcastle Mall
* Blackrock Casino
* Pine Farms
* Newcastle Municipal Airport
* Amcor Dam Waterfall
Rooms and Units Available:
Basic Queen Room
This standard room has a queen bed and a bathroom with a shower only. It includes a seating area, DStv, a microwave, a bar fridge, a desk and an outdoor furnished patio with a garden view.
Amount of similar units: 2
Sleeps 2 Adults
Classic Family Room
This air-conditioned family room has 2 queen beds, and the bathroom features a bath and shower. It includes a seating area, a flat-screen TV with DStv, a microwave, a refrigerator and a furnished patio with a garden view.
Sleeps 4 Adults
Economy Queen Room
This standard room has a queen bed and a bathroom with a bath only. It includes a seating area, DStv, a microwave, refrigerator, a desk and an outdoor furnished patio with a garden view.
Amount of similar units: 4
Sleeps 2 Adults
Self-Catering Queen Room
This room has a queen bed and shares a kitchen with another room. The kitchen is equipped with a 4-plate stove, oven, refrigerator, microwave and kettle. 1 room offers a full bathroom, and the other has a shower only. The bedrooms include a bar fridge.
Amount of similar units: 2
Sleeps 2 Adults
Standard Family Room
This family room has a queen and 2 three-quarter beds, and the bathroom features a shower. It includes a flat-screen TV with DStv, a microwave, refrigerator, a fan and a furnished patio with a garden and pool view.
Sleeps 4 Adults
Standard King Room
This spacious room has a king bed and a full bathroom. It features air-conditioning, a seating area, DStv, a microwave and bar fridge, and an outdoor furnished patio with a garden view.
Sleeps 2 Adults
Standard Queen Room
This standard room has a queen bed and comes with a full bathroom. It includes a seating area, DStv, a microwave, refrigerator, a desk and an outdoor furnished patio with a garden view.
Sleeps 2 Adults
Standard Twin Room
This twin room has 2 three-quarter beds and a bathroom with a shower. It includes a microwave, a bar fridge, DStv, a desk and an outdoor patio with a garden view. Some rooms offer a pool view as well.
Amount of similar units: 3
Sleeps 2 Adults
Facilities & Services available:
Babies Children under 12 Laundry Service Conference facilities Self-Braai / Barbecue
Dining room Garden Parking (off-street - open) Wi-Fi English
Communal Satellite TV Swimming Pool No Pets Allowed Nature Golfing
Hiking Historic Sites Monuments
Cancellation Policy:
- If cancelling 7 days before arrival, forfeit 100% of the booking total. - If cancelling 21 days before arrival, forfeit 50% of the deposit. - If cancelling 30 days before arrival, forfeit 25% of the deposit.
Terms and Conditions
* No pets are allowed.
* No loud noise, quiet hours 22h00 to 06h00.
* No smoking in the rooms; there are designated smoking areas outside.
* No visitors are allowed to stay overnight, only guests who were originally booked on the booking confirmation.
Directions:
From OR Tambo International Airport:
1. Start at O.R. Tambo International Airport, 1 Jones Rd, Kempton Park, Johannesburg.
2. Head southwest toward Exit 46 for 49 meters.
3. Take the ramp to Jones Rd for 750 meters.
4. Merge onto R21 and continue for 550 meters.
5. Drive 4.2 km on R21, then take exit 429B onto N12.
6. Take exit 113 toward N3 S/N12, then merge onto N3/N12.
7. Turn slightly left onto N3 and continue 106 km.
8. Take exit 169, turn left onto R103, then right to stay on R103.
9. Turn left onto R34, then right to stay on R34.
10. Continue on Impala Dr, then follow Drakensberg Dr, Amethyst Dr, Jade Ave, and Citrine Ave to destination at 13 Citrine Ave, Sunnyridge, Newcastle.
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Children Policy
Children of all ages are welcome.
Accommodation Type: Bed & Breakfast and Self-Catering
