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The 10 Best Homestays in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

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Situated within 4 km of Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve and 5.6 km of Comrades Marathon House in Pietermaritzburg, Taunton Manor provides accommodation with seating area. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. The property comes with a year-round outdoor pool and is located 3.7 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum. There is also accommodation available for disabled guests.

What an amazing experience staying at Taunton Manor, Beatrice greeted us and was an absolute delight. The Manor is a five star stay, beautiful decor, and no expense spared . We will definitely return and look forward to seeing Beatrice again. Many thanks, it was a perfect way to end a memorable family holiday in South Africa.

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9.1
Superb
331 reviews
Price from
£39
per night

Boasting panoramic views of Pietermaritzburg, Lexden Guesthouse offers accommodation set amongst a lush garden. Located 3 km from City Hall, this guest house offers free, WiFi and free private parking.

Everything was wonderful, an absolutely beautiful and perfect place to stay, Incredible garden and the room was completely five star and blissful.

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9.3
Superb
120 reviews
Price from
£90
per night

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. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 5 km from Comrades Marathon House.

The garden view is amazing with the pool, quite place, privacy, the host welcoming willing to help anytime, clean linen and towels, that place is amazing we really enjoyed the peacefulness above all.

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9.1
Superb
27 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, St John`s Guest House is located in Pietermaritzburg, 2.9 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum and 3.9 km from Butterflies for Africa. The air-conditioned accommodation is less than 1 km from Comrades Marathon House, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a year-round outdoor pool.

The property is beautiful and spacious and in a great location. It is also very safe and has space for parking if needed. There is a pool and a beautiful yard and garden as well. I also liked having the option to add meals and laundry for my stay. Everything was also very clean

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9.2
Superb
12 reviews
Price from
£21
per night

Casa 57, a property with a garden, is situated in Pietermaritzburg, 5.8 km from Comrades Marathon House, 7.4 km from Butterflies for Africa, as well as 8.6 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve. The air-conditioned accommodation is 3.9 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

Spacious rooms and entertainment areas are the best. Great braai and chill area outside!

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8.2
Very good
120 reviews
Price from
£27
per night

Featuring garden views, Africa's Eden Guesthouse offers accommodation with patio, around 3 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum. With river views, this accommodation features a balcony and a swimming pool. The guest house provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

Excellent location. Quiet and 2 min out of town but very magical setting. The river in the property is so cool! Everything is just beyond exceptional.

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8.7
Fabulous
137 reviews
Price from
£34
per night

Offering an outdoor pool and sun terrace, Duvet & Crumpets is set in Pietermaritzburg in the KwaZulu-Natal Region, 1 km from Virgin Active. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and free private parking is available on site.

The property is very private, and most of the necessities were available. I highly recommend that the install aircons in their rooms.

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8
Very good
389 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

Situated in Pietermaritzburg, within 1.9 km of Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve and 5.9 km of KwaZulu-Natal Museum, Mitchell house features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set 9.3 km from Butterflies for Africa, 19 km from Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve and 21 km from Howick Museum. The property offers soundproof units and is located 7.8 km from Comrades Marathon House.

Good location close to Virgin Gym which we usec

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8.1
Very good
8 reviews
Price from
£21
per night

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 property is set 4 km from Butterflies for Africa, 10 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve and 19 km from Natal Zoological Gardens. The guest house provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

I liked everything, even other guest were good and friendly too.

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8.4
Very good
97 reviews
Price from
£30
per night

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 guest house provides garden views, a barbecue, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

homeliness and cleanliness, high quality finishes

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8.6
Fabulous
99 reviews
Price from
£47
per night

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  • Lexden Guesthouse
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 120 reviews

    Boasting panoramic views of Pietermaritzburg, Lexden Guesthouse offers accommodation set amongst a lush garden.

    beautiful rooms Delicious breakfast friendly staff

  • Africa's Eden Guesthouse
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 142 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Africa's Eden Guesthouse offers accommodation with patio, around 3 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum. With river views, this accommodation features a balcony and a swimming pool.

    I loved the peace and quiet, gracious hosts and convenient location.

  • Duvet & Crumpets
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 389 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and sun terrace, Duvet & Crumpets is set in Pietermaritzburg in the KwaZulu-Natal Region, 1 km from Virgin Active.

    Friendly manager & host. Clean and comfortable.

  • Mogul House
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3 reviews

    Set in Pietermaritzburg, within 2 km of Comrades Marathon House and 3.2 km of Butterflies for Africa, Mogul House offers accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who...

  • Barnside Guest House
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Located in Pietermaritzburg, 11 km from Comrades Marathon House and 12 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, Barnside Guest House offers pool with a view and air conditioning.

  • Edgehill
    Breakfast options
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Boasting barbecue facilities and views of garden, Edgehill is a recently renovated guest house located in Pietermaritzburg, 3.5 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum.

  • Emvuleni Bush Lodge
    5.7
    Scored 5.7
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 42 reviews

    Emvuleni Bush Lodge, a property with a bar, is located in Pietermaritzburg, 7 km from Comrades Marathon House, 7.6 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, as well as 11 km from Butterflies for Africa.

    ~The friendly staff ~The amazing breakfast ~The interior design of the room ~The pool

  • Jobe Guesthouse
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Pietermaritzburg, 13 km from Butterflies for Africa and 16 km from Baynesfield Estate Museum, Jobe Guesthouse offers a garden and air conditioning.

Save money on homestays in Pietermaritzburg – budget options available!

  • St John`s Guest House
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, St John`s Guest House is located in Pietermaritzburg, 2.9 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum and 3.9 km from Butterflies for Africa.

    Spacious clean and had parking inside the premises

  • Casa 57
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 121 reviews

    Casa 57, a property with a garden, is situated in Pietermaritzburg, 5.8 km from Comrades Marathon House, 7.4 km from Butterflies for Africa, as well as 8.6 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve.

    The cleanliness, the space, proximity to city hall

  • @ 21 Guest House
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 99 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.

  • Su Casa Chase Valley
    Budget options available
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 261 reviews

    Located just 5.5 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, Su Casa Chase Valley offers accommodation in Pietermaritzburg with access to a garden, a bar, as well as a shared kitchen.

    The location is so peaceful and the staff were friendly

  • The Musafer Travel Lodge
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 251 reviews

    Offering a garden and city view, The Musafer Travel Lodge is located in Pietermaritzburg, 1.7 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum and 3.1 km from Comrades Marathon House.

    Friendly staff. Simple, cosy & value for money.

  • City Gate Two
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2 reviews

    Set in Pietermaritzburg, City Gate Two provides accommodation with a private pool, a balcony and city views. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

  • Budget options available
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 98 reviews

    P & T Guesthouses, a property with a terrace, is located in Pietermaritzburg, 2.3 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, 4.2 km from Comrades Marathon House, as well as 5.7 km from Butterflies for Africa.

    I didn't include breakfast on my booking. Location was good

  • TPOKAY Self Catering Holiday Home
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6 reviews

    TPOKAY Self Catering Holiday Home, a property with a garden and a shared lounge, is located in Pietermaritzburg, 4.5 km from Comrades Marathon House, 5.1 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, as well as 8.7...

    We liked everything, everything was perfectly good.

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  • Jobe Guesthouse
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Offering a garden and garden view, Jobe Guesthouse is located in Pietermaritzburg, 16 km from Baynesfield Estate Museum and 17 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve.

  • Jobe Guesthouse
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Offering a garden and garden view, Jobe Guesthouse is situated in Pietermaritzburg, 13 km from Butterflies for Africa and 16 km from Baynesfield Estate Museum.

  • One Three Nine On Roberts
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 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.

  • Clivia Guesthouse
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 27 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

  • Taunton Manor
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 331 reviews

    Situated within 4 km of Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve and 5.6 km of Comrades Marathon House in Pietermaritzburg, Taunton Manor provides accommodation with seating area.

    The facilities and location. The room was amazing.

  • Blue Sands Guest House
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 97 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 lodge was very clean, safe and friendly staff members

  • Mitchell house
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 8 reviews

    Situated in Pietermaritzburg, within 1.9 km of Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve and 5.9 km of KwaZulu-Natal Museum, Mitchell house features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free...

  • Nunn Residence
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Nunn Residence, a property with a terrace, is situated in Pietermaritzburg, 27 km from Comrades Marathon House, 32 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, as well as 38 km from PheZulu Safari...

  • Grey house lodge
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 79 reviews

    Offering garden views, Grey house lodge is an accommodation situated in Pietermaritzburg, 7.1 km from Comrades Marathon House and 7.7 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum.

    Clean. Beautiful and comfortable. Host very friendly

  • Secret guest house
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 29 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a terrace, Secret guest house is set in Pietermaritzburg.

  • Budget Room
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 39 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.

  • The Valley Guest House
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 127 reviews

    Situated just 3.9 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, The Valley Guest House features accommodation in Pietermaritzburg with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as room service.

    Parking for my car. The car was parked in a locked garage.

  • Fabulous guest house
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 133 reviews

    Fabulous guest house features air-conditioned guest accommodation in Pietermaritzburg, 2 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, 3.9 km from Comrades Marathon House and 5.3 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature...

    Peace and quietness also the Geyser water was nice and warm

  • Comrades Oasis Guest House
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 20 reviews

    Comrades Oasis Guest House has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Pietermaritzburg, 4.1 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve.

    It's quite safe location, the staff is excellent the owner makes you feel at home

  • Mino Guest House
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 51 reviews

    Situated in Pietermaritzburg, within 2.7 km of Comrades Marathon House and 3.8 km of KwaZulu-Natal Museum, Mino Guest House features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private...

    I liked the receptionist, she was so welcoming, the shower was nice as well.

  • Exquisite Minimalistic Room
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 13 reviews

    Located in Pietermaritzburg in the KwaZulu-Natal region, Exquisite Minimalistic Room provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Su Casa Scottsville
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 292 reviews

    Boasting pool views, Su Casa Scottsville provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a terrace, around 1.7 km from Comrades Marathon House.

    Rooms n parking spaces n the staff was very friendly

  • M D J Hayfields Guest House
    6.2
    Scored 6.2
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 5 reviews

    Situated in Pietermaritzburg, 4.3 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum and 5.6 km from Butterflies for Africa, M D J Hayfields Guest House offers a garden and air conditioning.

  • Mitchell House
    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 3 reviews

    Mitchell House, 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.

  • Daven Guest House (DGH)
    5.2
    Scored 5.2
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 15 reviews

    Set in Pietermaritzburg, 1.6 km from Comrades Marathon House and 3 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, Daven Guest House (DGH) offers air conditioning.

  • Ikhaya guesthouse2
    4.7
    Scored 4.7
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 10 reviews

    Set 3.2 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, 4.5 km from Butterflies for Africa and 10 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, Ikhaya guesthouse2 features accommodation located in Pietermaritzburg.

  • Luvuyos Guest House Pmb
    4.6
    Scored 4.6
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 89 reviews

    Offering a garden and pool view, Luvuyos Guest House Pmb is located in Pietermaritzburg, 1.8 km from Comrades Marathon House and 3.7 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum.

  • QTEN CASINO
    4.4
    Scored 4.4
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 252 reviews

    Located just 700 metres from Comrades Marathon House, QTEN CASINO offers accommodation in Pietermaritzburg with access to a casino, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

    Yes it was good and I will like to come back again

  • Waltershort Guest House and Bed and Breakfast
    4.0
    Scored 4.0
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 14 reviews

    Waltershort Guest House and Bed and Breakfast, a property with a garden and a terrace, is located in Pietermaritzburg, 2.1 km from Comrades Marathon House, 2.9 km from Butterflies for Africa, as well...

  • Alo guesthouse
    3.9
    Scored 3.9
    Poor
    Rated poor
     · 24 reviews

    Situated in Pietermaritzburg, within less than 1 km of Comrades Marathon House and 2.3 km of KwaZulu-Natal Museum, Alo guesthouse features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking...

    The people was very nice and friendly,and the security was very helpful,so was the staff..

  • FARANAS
    Central location
    2.2
    Scored 2.2
    Very poor
    Rated very poor
     · 20 reviews

    Set in Pietermaritzburg, 2.5 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, FARANAS offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The accommodation has a spa bath.

  • Camp Inn BnB
    1.0
    Scored 1.0
    Very poor
    Rated very poor
     · 1 review

    Set in Pietermaritzburg in the KwaZulu-Natal region, with KwaZulu-Natal Museum nearby, Camp Inn BnB offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

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Homestays that guests love in Pietermaritzburg

  • Avg. price/night: £42.59
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 331 reviews
    The property was so clean and Beatrice was a lovely host.
    Ané
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £38.77
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews
    Very convenient location, great hosts, extra effort to meet our needs. Well equipped and comfortable cottage.
    Carel
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £38.77
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews
    I would highly recommend. The property is in a safe and peaceful neighbourhood. The furnishings are a beautiful mixture of modern and cottage style. All of the listed facilities were available to us during our stay. Glenda and her husband were lovely hosts.
    N
    Solo traveller
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 36 reviews
    Excellent value for money and lovely host
    Sharon
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £86.59
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 208 reviews
    Hew is a great host, welcoming n friendly! The establishment is well presented and neat and well laid out. Location is tranquil! We use Equestre every time we go to Pietermaritzburg! Highly recommended
    Skhumbuzo
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £32.31
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 89 reviews
    We had a lovely stay at the Garden Suite. A super convenient location, and the room was very comfortable and cozy. We appreciated how communicative Lara was.
    Caitlin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £32.31
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 140 reviews
    The place was real value for money. Safety and comfort and good hosts. Will definitely come back whenever I'm around PMB
    Tumi Mokgatlhe
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £53.42
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 93 reviews
    Lovely host. Good location
    Lynnette
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £45.24
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 123 reviews
    I loved everything about this place. Helga is such an amazing soul and a great host.
    Nothando
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £49.54
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 224 reviews
    Great spacious room,heated beds,mouth watering food,great view and Gail is a total great hostess and makes you feel it home
    Yolanda
    Young couple

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