Set in Pietermaritzburg, 3.2 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, The Sleeping Bao B&B offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi. Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve is 4.1 km from the hotel, while Comrades Marathon House is 5.1 km from the property. Pietermaritzburg Airport is 9 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
Budget Double Room
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.6
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
8.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Felicity
    South Africa South Africa
    Location was perfect for our requirements. Joyce was a great pleasure and extremely welcoming. We will certainly stay here again.
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    Linda
    South Africa South Africa
    I was impressed by the hospitality and the way we were addressed. The person on the otherside of the phone was very professional. Thank you. The staff member was very willing to assist us. Keep up the good work
  • Thandi
    South Africa South Africa
    Constant necessary contact, the cleanliness, the breakfast
  • Jane
    South Africa South Africa
    Breakfast was good. The place provided what I needed for my accommodation.
  • Ken
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything was well organized, ready and fine, but nothing was excellent or stands out.
  • Suzaan
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff were friendly and the accommodation was clean and very comfortable. Most comfortable beds and warm duvets. Breakfast was delicious and just what we needed to start the day.
  • Diana
    South Africa South Africa
    Breakfast was catered to my specific requirements, Joyce went the extra mile to make me soya sausages and mushrooms, I really appreciate it. The rooms were dust free and made up daily, the bathroom looked new.
  • Debra
    South Africa South Africa
    What a stunning old house decorated with antiques. Lovely garden. Breakfast was cooked to order
  • Fran
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff, particularly, Joyce were helpful, well preparedp and understanding.
  • Levonne
    South Africa South Africa
    Thank you to Joyce for makng our stay a lovely one. We were always attended to with a smile and an enthusiastic presence. The house has that old, welcoming look and feel which reminded me of the good old days. Humble. Home. God Bless.

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of The Sleeping Bao B&B
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Games room
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Gujarati
    • Swahili
    • Zulu

    House rules
    The Sleeping Bao B&B takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 22:00
    Check-out
    From 10:30 to 11:30
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 8 years
    Extra bed upon request
    Free
    9+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    ZAR 200 per person, per night

    Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
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    FAQs about The Sleeping Bao B&B

    • The prices at The Sleeping Bao B&B may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at The Sleeping Bao B&B is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:30.

    • The Sleeping Bao B&B offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Games room
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Swimming Pool

    • The Sleeping Bao B&B is 1.4 miles from the centre of Pietermaritzburg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, The Sleeping Bao B&B is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Room options at The Sleeping Bao B&B include:

      • Single
      • Double