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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.
Units and Rooms
Standard Family Room
Guests: 4
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.
Classic Family Room
Guests: 4
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.
Standard Twin Room
Guests: 2
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.
Standard King Room
Guests: 2
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.
Standard Queen Room
Guests: 2
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.
Economy Queen Room
Guests: 2
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.
Basic Queen Room
Guests: 2
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.
Self-Catering Queen Room
Guests: 2
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.
