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Mdumela Stays 2 Bedroom Modern City Apartment, hotel in Pietermaritzburg

Set in Pietermaritzburg and only less than 1 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, Mdumela Stays 2 Bedroom Modern City Apartment offers accommodation with city views, free WiFi and free private parking.

The apartment was clean
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
199 reviews
Price from
£59.07
1 night, 2 adults
19 Mirabelle Place, hotel in Pietermaritzburg

Located in Pietermaritzburg, within 3.7 km of Comrades Marathon House and 4.9 km of KwaZulu-Natal Museum, 19 Mirabelle Place provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool as well as free...

I liked the cleanliness of the place and the service was good
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
128 reviews
Price from
£34.18
1 night, 2 adults
Tranquil Gardens, hotel in Pietermaritzburg

Tranquil Gardens, a property with a garden, is located in Pietermaritzburg, 4.5 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, 5.2 km from Comrades Marathon House, as well as 6.7 km from Butterflies for...

Everything. Perfect overnight accomodation. Clean and comfortable
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
6 reviews
Price from
£33.10
1 night, 2 adults
SinoT Short Stays, hotel in Pietermaritzburg

Located 2.7 km from Comrades Marathon House, SinoT Short Stays provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

The place is very clean, the hosts are friendly and very helpful.
Scored 9.9
9.9
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
22 reviews
Price from
£46.18
1 night, 2 adults
1 Bedroom Apartment Oak Park Stays, hotel in Pietermaritzburg

Featuring a garden, private pool and garden views, 1 Bedroom Apartment Oak Park Stays is located in Pietermaritzburg. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

The area, surroundings, the unit opened up to a pool, privacy, on ground floor, assisted timeously when in need.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
7 reviews
Price from
£42.84
1 night, 2 adults
Familia, hotel in Pietermaritzburg

Familia is located in Pietermaritzburg, 4.8 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, 5 km from Comrades Marathon House, and 6.5 km from Butterflies for Africa.

Looked exactly as it did in the pictures. Well presented and everything you needed for self catering.
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
17 reviews
Price from
£37
1 night, 2 adults
One Three Nine On Roberts, hotel in Pietermaritzburg

Located just 5.1 km from Comrades Marathon House, One Three Nine On Roberts provides accommodation in Pietermaritzburg with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

I like the setup of the Guest Lodge. It was very clean and spot on. There was a fireplace with wood but no suggestion that was made for us to make a fire. It was there to look smart only.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
18 reviews
Price from
£35.15
1 night, 2 adults
Wylde Rose Cottage, hotel in Pietermaritzburg

4 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, Wylde Rose Cottage is a recently renovated property situated in Pietermaritzburg and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

Check in was good ..friendly host clean and comfortable. Safe area with parking . Beds were comfortable and unit clean with nice shower
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
55 reviews
Price from
£35.05
1 night, 2 adults
Clivia Guesthouse, hotel in Pietermaritzburg

Situated in Pietermaritzburg, 3.1 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum and 4.6 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, Clivia Guesthouse offers an outdoor swimming pool and air conditioning.

Clean and comfortable. Friendly hosts. Great value for money.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
57 reviews
Price from
£32.45
1 night, 2 adults
Yalta Park, hotel in Pietermaritzburg

Located in Pietermaritzburg and only 6 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, Yalta Park provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

The hosts are informative and willing to help. The cottage is as per the the photos Was a place to sleep but not great
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
52 reviews
Price from
£33.54
1 night, 2 adults
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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  • Golden Horse Hotel
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 268 reviews

    Located 500 metres from Comrades Marathon House, Golden Horse Hotel offers 4-star accommodation in Pietermaritzburg and features an outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant and a bar.

    The rooms were clean and neat, staff very friendly

  • Mdumela Stays 2 Bedroom Modern City Apartment
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 199 reviews

    Set in Pietermaritzburg and only less than 1 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, Mdumela Stays 2 Bedroom Modern City Apartment offers accommodation with city views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    The place exceeded my expectations. It had everything we needed.

  • Tranquil Gardens
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 6 reviews

    Tranquil Gardens, a property with a garden, is located in Pietermaritzburg, 4.5 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, 5.2 km from Comrades Marathon House, as well as 6.7 km from Butterflies for...

  • Familia
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 17 reviews

    Familia is located in Pietermaritzburg, 4.8 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, 5 km from Comrades Marathon House, and 6.5 km from Butterflies for Africa.

    Beautiful and very comfortable cottage, even my doggy felt at home!

  • Thandanani Serene place
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 12 reviews

    Set 2.7 km from Comrades Marathon House, Thandanani Serene place features a year-round outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free private parking for guests who drive.

    The staff where good and frndly the rooms where soo clean

  • Wylde Rose Cottage
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 55 reviews

    4 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, Wylde Rose Cottage is a recently renovated property situated in Pietermaritzburg and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

    The Place was more then the pictures show and the hosts are Amazing

  • Clivia Guesthouse
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 57 reviews

    Situated in Pietermaritzburg, 3.1 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum and 4.6 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, Clivia Guesthouse offers an outdoor swimming pool and air conditioning.

    Hospitality Friendliness Felt like home away from home

  • Yalta Park
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 52 reviews

    Located in Pietermaritzburg and only 6 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, Yalta Park provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    I liked the space and environment I'm coming back again

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  • Imbali House
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Offering a garden and garden view, Imbali House is located in Pietermaritzburg, 19 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve and 22 km from Baynesfield Estate Museum.

  • Hilton Homestead by ANEW
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set in Pietermaritzburg, 7.9 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, Hilton Homestead by ANEW offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a...

  • SinoT Short Stays
    Scored 9.9
    9.9
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 22 reviews

    Located 2.7 km from Comrades Marathon House, SinoT Short Stays provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Located very well for business trips or stopovers.

  • Thee House - Mkamba Gardens
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, Thee House - Mkamba Gardens features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 7.4 km from Comrades Marathon House.

    Located in a secured estate, very clean, neat, comfortable, homely and beautiful place.

  • Forest View Cottage
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 95 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Forest View Cottage is situated in Pietermaritzburg. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Excellent place to stay. Clean, great friendly atmosphere

  • Rest and Rise
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 42 reviews

    Featuring a garden, pool with a view and pool views, Rest and Rise is located in Pietermaritzburg. The property features garden and city views, and is 4.1 km from Comrades Marathon House.

    Lovely stay, wonderful host, super clean, easy to find!

  • 19 Mirabelle Place
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 128 reviews

    Located in Pietermaritzburg, within 3.7 km of Comrades Marathon House and 4.9 km of KwaZulu-Natal Museum, 19 Mirabelle Place provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool as well as free...

    The ambiance, the location, the service, everything

  • One Three Nine On Roberts
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 18 reviews

    Located just 5.1 km from Comrades Marathon House, One Three Nine On Roberts provides accommodation in Pietermaritzburg with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

    It’s such a beautiful place.. the privacy was 10/10

  • Emfuleni Boughton Inn
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 2 reviews

    Situated 6.3 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, Emfuleni Boughton Inn features accommodation with a garden, a bar and room service for your convenience.

  • 2 Bedroom Apartment with Modern Finishes Hill Tud Stays
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 32 reviews

    2 Bedroom Apartment with Modern Finishes Hill Tud Stays is set in Pietermaritzburg, 4.3 km from Comrades Marathon House, 5.4 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, as well as 5.8 km from...

    The location is safe, clean and quiet neighbourhood.

  • Lifestyle Golf Estate
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 20 reviews

    Located in Pietermaritzburg in the KwaZulu-Natal region, with Comrades Marathon House nearby, Lifestyle Golf Estate provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Quiet and clean accommodation, covered parking and secure.

  • Athlone Lodge
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 84 reviews

    Set in Pietermaritzburg, 3.7 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum and 4.8 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, Athlone Lodge offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and access to a...

    Lovely location, excellent staff. Clean and comfortable

  • Mon Desir
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 62 reviews

    Situated in Pietermaritzburg, Mon Desir features accommodation with a year-round outdoor pool, free WiFi, a garden and a shared lounge.

    The property had a nice rustic look and feel to it.

  • ALL SAINTS ON ROBERTS
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 31 reviews

    Offering a terrace and inner courtyard view, ALL SAINTS ON ROBERTS is located in Pietermaritzburg, 2.9 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum and 4.8 km from Comrades Marathon House.

    There does not seem to be any nice location in Pietermaritzburg.

  • Three Flags
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 48 reviews

    Set in Pietermaritzburg, within less than 1 km of KwaZulu-Natal Museum and 1.8 km of Comrades Marathon House, Three Flags offers accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests...

    Everything. The kitchen was clean and the room itself was huge.

  • @ 21 Guest House
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 111 reviews

    Located 4.1 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, @ 21 Guest House offers accommodation with a patio, as well as a garden. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay.

    The property has modern finishes. WIFI connection great.

  • Devine Stay- Pmb
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 145 reviews

    Set 3.2 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, Devine Stay- Pmb offers accommodation with a terrace. There is a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay.

    The facilities were practical with the kitchen closeby.

  • The Midlands Hotel
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 147 reviews

    Situated in Pietermaritzburg, 4.4 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, The Midlands Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a restaurant.

    Great location. Staff friendly & welcoming. Rooms are spacious & comfy.

  • Ekhaya Lodge
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 105 reviews

    Ekhaya Lodge, a property with a garden, is located in Pietermaritzburg, 12 km from Comrades Marathon House, 12 km from Natal Zoological Gardens, as well as 13 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum.

    perfect location for my next stop. Great breakfast

  • Just Me
    Central location
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 10 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Just Me is situated in Pietermaritzburg, 5.6 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve and 5.6 km from Comrades Marathon House.

  • Blue Sands Guest House
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 124 reviews

    Offering an outdoor swimming pool and garden view, Blue Sands Guest House is located in Pietermaritzburg, 1.5 km from Comrades Marathon House and 3.2 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum.

    The unit was close to where we were attending an event

  • Welcoming One Bedroom Flatlet with Pool
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 36 reviews

    Located in Pietermaritzburg, 5.2 km from Comrades Marathon House and 6.8 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, Welcoming One Bedroom Flatlet with Pool offers air conditioning.

    Everything was on point. Will definitely come back!

  • Sugar Farm House
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 5 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Sugar Farm House provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 17 km from Butterflies for Africa.

  • Hudson Haven Bed & Breakfast
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 181 reviews

    Hudson Haven Bed & Breakfast is situated in Pietermaritzburg and has a pool with a view and pool views. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace.

    It was very clean and the aesthetic was also excellent

  • Adams- mtoti
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 44 reviews

    Offering a garden and mountain view, Adams- mtoti is situated in Pietermaritzburg, 2.5 km from Comrades Marathon House and 4.6 km from Butterflies for Africa.

    Neat room, had everything needed for a 1 night stay.

  • Thornville Guest house
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 4 reviews

    Situated in Pietermaritzburg, within 6.9 km of Baynesfield Estate Museum and 16 km of Comrades Marathon House, Thornville Guest house features accommodation with a garden as well as free private...

  • Non Stop Adventures
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 37 reviews

    Located in Pietermaritzburg, within 11 km of Baynesfield Estate Museum and 29 km of Comrades Marathon House, Non Stop Adventures provides accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking...

    It's very beautiful place, very accommodating.

  • Heroes Garden Lodge
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 326 reviews

    Set just 4.5 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, Heroes Garden Lodge features accommodation in Pietermaritzburg with access to a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a garden, as well as a shared...

    Aircon, linen, comfy sleep, privacy and lovely garden

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  • Danodeb Lodge
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 120 reviews

    Situated in Pietermaritzburg and only 1.8 km from Comrades Marathon House, Danodeb Lodge features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Clean Room Excellent Facility's Safe Friendly service

  • Mitchell Guesthouse
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 6 reviews

    Mitchell Guesthouse, a property with a garden, is situated in Pietermaritzburg, 5.9 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, 7.8 km from Comrades Marathon House, as well as 9.3 km from Butterflies for Africa.

  • Mitchell Guesthouse
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 28 reviews

    Situated in Pietermaritzburg in the KwaZulu-Natal region, with Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve nearby, Mitchell Guesthouse features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Absolutely great host, and great property. Affordable and excellent value for money.

  • Alberta Bed and Breakfast
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 65 reviews

    Offering inner courtyard views, Alberta Bed and Breakfast is an accommodation situated in Pietermaritzburg, 4 km from Butterflies for Africa and 10 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve.

    The facilities are clean and the staff very friendly

  • Budget Room
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 54 reviews

    Situated in Pietermaritzburg in the KwaZulu-Natal region, Budget Room features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Very clean and comfortable and the staff is amazing.

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  • Avg. price/night: £37
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 17 reviews
    Excellent location. Very secured. Very private. Very clean. White linen and white towels. Fully equipped kitchen. Everything in perfect order. Thank you, chocolates, (Ferrero Rocher). Photos on the site are exactly what you see when you get to the apartment. Franz checks on you to make sure that your stay is comfortable.
    Wiseman
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £86.98
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 231 reviews
    The location was convenient, view was good even being winter. The facilities were very clean, well kept and the little treats were a wonderful change from the run of the mill BnB's we have stayed at.
    Irene
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £31.16
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 145 reviews
    My room was stunning, the room was cleaned daily. The location was safe and ideal near good restaurants and shopping centers. The hosts were very nice and accomodative.
    Mkumbuzi
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 6.6
    6.6
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 5 reviews
    Location was ideal. Able to walk everywhere. Attended reunion at school nearby.
    Robert
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £37.32
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 393 reviews
    The location was great. Decor was so beautiful and our suite was very spacious. Facilities were great n room was very clean n neat. Lucky was incredibly friendly and helpful
    Lara
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £38.08
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 204 reviews
    The accommodation was very clean,facilities were excellent.Everything you needed was provided. And location was also perfect not far from town.
    Shabnam
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £41.11
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 124 reviews
    The location was perfect, the place was neat and clean the staff were helpful and friendly. The parking was safe and secure. The yard was very clean.
    Fynall
    Group
  • Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 95 reviews
    The cottage is very comfortable and spotlessly clean. The hosts were friendly and attentive. I felt secure in this peaceful location with unobtrusive precautionary security measures and big dogs on the property.
    Jen
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £34.18
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 128 reviews
    The accommodation was very clean and nicely setup. Location was very convenient for what we needed. Hosts were friendly and welcoming.
    Neil Coetzee
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £41.11
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 133 reviews
    We had a lovely stay at Welcome Home Cottages. Ian and Michele really go out of their way to make one feel welcome! Our cottage was spotlessly clean, comfortable, and beautifully decorated. The location of our cottage was also ideal. We will definitely be back!
    Barbara
    Family with young children

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