Old Transvaal Inn
Old Transvaal Inn is a budget-friendly inn set behind the well-known Old Transvaal Restaurant on Dullstroom's main road, within walking distance of the town's shops and restaurants. It is positioned as an affordable base for exploring Dullstroom's fly fishing, birding and outdoor activities, and is a popular overnight stop for travellers passing through the Mpumalanga Highlands en route to the Lowveld and Kruger.
Accommodation comprises Standard Rooms and 6 Luxury Rooms, all with en-suite bathrooms, kettles with a coffee and tea tray, and a fireplace. The luxury category spans Deluxe, Traditional, Basic Double, Standard Double, Luxury Family and Premier Family rooms, sleeping 2 to 4 guests with combinations of double and single beds; children aged 0–3 stay free and 4–10 pay 50% of the sharing rate. The inn promotes nearby activities including fly fishing (Dullstroom is often billed as South Africa's fly-fishing capital), the Dullstroom Bird of Prey Centre, mosaic and art workshops at iCreate, trout hatchery tours at Dunkeld Estate, Verloren Valei Nature Reserve, and horse riding at the Dullstroom Riding Centre.
The property is rated 4.0 of 5 on TripAdvisor from 153 reviews, ranked #6 of 27 B&Bs/Inns in Dullstroom, with sub-ratings led by value (4.5) and location (4.7). Guests consistently describe it as affordable, cosy and nostalgic, with particular praise for host Munro's helpfulness; recurring criticism concerns dated fittings and inconsistent extras (reports of a broken toilet seat, missing Wi-Fi, and an outdated "bed and breakfast" listing that no longer includes breakfast) — worth flagging as balancing context alongside its reputation for value.
Frequently asked questions.
Where is Old Transvaal Inn located?
Old Transvaal Inn is located at Dullstroom / Panorama Route stopover, Mpumalanga Highlands — Independently operated, behind the Old Transvaal Restaurant.
What type of property is Old Transvaal Inn?
Budget inn behind the Old Transvaal Restaurant, central Dullstroom, Mpumalanga.
How many rooms does Old Transvaal Inn have?
Standard Rooms plus 6 Luxury Rooms: Deluxe Family, Traditional Family, Basic Double, Standard Double, Luxury Family, Premier Family — approx. 18 rooms in total per TripAdvisor.
What is the children's policy?
0–3 years stay free; 4–10 years pay 50% of the sharing rate.
What activities are available?
Fly fishing, Bird of Prey Centre, mosaic/art at iCreate, Dunkeld Estate trout hatchery tours, Verloren Valei Nature Reserve, horse riding.
What facilities are available?
En-suite bathrooms, kettles with coffee/tea tray, fireplaces in all rooms; onsite specialty shop; adjacent to the Old Transvaal Restaurant.
What's the power and Wi-Fi situation?
Not confirmed as standard; a 2026 guest review recommended the property add guest internet — check at time of booking.
How do I book Old Transvaal Inn?
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