Title: First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Aparthotel # First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout Family-friendly aparthotel with full-service spa and sauna ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4140000/4130700/4130647/55c1a141.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Chalet, 4 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4140000/4130700/4130647/ff1dbb38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4140000/4130700/4130647/6967dd01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Chalet, 3 Bedrooms | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4140000/4130700/4130647/b5dc8ce5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 Bedroom Superior Chalet | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4140000/4130700/4130647/ed64074b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Prices - Location - Amenities - Policies First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout offers a tranquil setting where families play mini golf together and golfers enjoy on-site courses. Guests can treat themselves to a manicure or pedicure at La Vita Spas or stay connected with WiFi available in public areas. 7.8 Good ## Popular amenities - Room service - Spa - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Barbecue grill £38 includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 31 - Nov 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=4130647&PinnedHotelID=4130647&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=4130647&PinnedHotelID=4130647&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 1 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=4130647&PinnedHotelID=4130647&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=4130647&PinnedHotelID=4130647&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=4130647&PinnedHotelID=4130647&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=4130647&PinnedHotelID=4130647&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=4130647&PinnedHotelID=4130647&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=4130647&PinnedHotelID=4130647&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Chalet, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4140000/4130700/4130647/5782a53d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet, 1 Bedroom ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Fireplace Heating Kitchen Full-sized fridge/freezer Flat-screen TV Washing machine Separate bedroom - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds ![Chalet, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4140000/4130700/4130647/2a3dc82b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet, 2 Bedrooms ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Fireplace Heating Kitchen Full-sized fridge/freezer Flat-screen TV Washing machine Separate bedroom - 646 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Sofa Beds ![Chalet, 4 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4140000/4130700/4130647/9285c1bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet, 4 Bedrooms ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Fireplace Heating Kitchen Full-sized fridge/freezer Flat-screen TV Washing machine Separate bedroom - 1076 sq ft - 4 bedrooms - Sleeps 8 - 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4140000/4130700/4130647/359a7c47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet, 3 Bedrooms ### Highlights Furnished balcony or patio Fireplace Heating Kitchen Full-sized fridge/freezer Flat-screen TV Washing machine Separate bedroom - 753 sq ft - 3 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMooirivier-Hotels-First-Group-Midlands-Saddle-And-Trout.h4130647.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMooirivier-Hotels-First-Group-Midlands-Saddle-And-Trout.h4130647.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-29.16704%2C29.92220&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zBsBMUU4yxSEjjx2QBK6CkPCg1Q=) 152 Hidcote Rd, Sub 7 of Farm Oatesdale, Mooirivier, KwaZulu-Natal, 4420 #### What's nearby - Mooi River Country Club - 13 min drive - 9.9 miles - Wagendrift Dam - 21 min drive - 18.5 miles - Fordoun Spa - 27 min drive - 22.9 miles - Gowrie Farm Golf Course - 33 min drive - 26.7 miles - Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument - 44 min drive - 39.2 miles #### Getting around - Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 75 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Newscafe Umhlanga - ‬25 min drive - ‪Wimpy - ‬16 min drive - ‪Rossetta hotel - ‬14 min drive ## About this property ### First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout Family-friendly aparthotel with full-service spa and sauna A full-service spa, a restaurant and a sauna are available at this aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, spa services, an arcade/games room and a garden are on-site. Each apartment boasts a fireplace and a deep soaking tub, while also offering a kitchen and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and a fridge, and other amenities include a furnished balcony and a microwave. First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout offers 58 accommodations with fireplaces and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Accommodation at this 3-star aparthotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a sauna. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the aparthotel's full-service spa, La Vita Spas. Services include manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily. ## Similar properties ![Pegasus Treehouse | 1 bedroom, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14990000/14984300/14984279/7d6e1ada.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sycamore Avenue Treehouses Mooirivier - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.4 Very good 9 reviews £78 includes taxes & fees 1 Nov - 2 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=14984279&PinnedHotelID=14984279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9470000/9462300/9462203/59adcd3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Antbear Drakensberg Lodge Umtshezi - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 7.0 Good 6 reviews £211 includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=9462203&PinnedHotelID=9462203&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27350000/27344800/27344764/9b532fab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hartford House Mooirivier - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 8.8 Excellent 25 reviews £208 includes taxes & fees 16 Nov - 17 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=27344764&PinnedHotelID=27344764&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Full-service spa - Manicures/pedicures - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Sauna ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - Playground ### Kitchen - Cleaning supplies - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Freezer - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Toaster ### Dining - A restaurant - Limited room service ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Deep soaking bathtub - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private or shared bathroom - Shampoo - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Furnished balcony/patio - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited-hour front desk - Safe - Safe at front desk ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Golf - Mini golf - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - 1 floor - 58 units - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### National rating Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation. ### Property is also known as Midlands Saddle Trout Hotel Mooirivier Midlands Saddle Trout Mooirivier Midlands Saddle Trout Apartment Mooirivier Midlands Saddle Trout Apartment First Group Midlands Saddle Trout Apartment Mooirivier First Group Midlands Saddle Trout Apartment First Group Midlands Saddle Trout Mooirivier First Group Midlands Saddle Trout First Group Midlands Saddle T First Group Midlands Saddle Trout First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout Aparthotel First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout Mooirivier First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout Aparthotel Mooirivier ## Frequently asked questions ### Is First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout? > As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout on 3 Nov 2025 start from £38.48, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mooirivier-Hotels-First-Group-Midlands-Saddle-And-Trout.h4130647.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout? > Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability). ### Where is First Group Midlands Saddle and Trout located? > Located in Mooirivier, this family-friendly aparthotel is 9 mi (14.5 km) from Mooi River Country Club, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Rosetta park and Wagendrift Dam. Fort Durnford Museum and St Matthews Church are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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