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Our top choices for Pietermaritzburg family-friendly hotels

A modern hotel lobby with a round glass table, a large floral centerpiece, and a seating area with chairs.

1. Golden Horse Hotel

Golden Horse Hotel
4.0 star property
Scottsville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Greta place to stay staff are so helfule"
United Kingdom
CATHRINE Terry
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Golden Horse Hotel
A house with a tiled roof, a brick wall, and a metal gate.

2. Thembelihle Guest House

Thembelihle Guest House
3.0 star property
Scottsville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (9 reviews)
"The most incredible staff, clean, comfy, great breakfast. Highly recommend this place to stay. "
United Kingdom
Christie
The price is €41
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Thembelihle Guest House
An open doorway leading to a room with a table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

3. Lexden Guesthouse

Lexden Guesthouse
3.5 star property
Pietermaritzburg
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"This is the best guesthouse in the city. Located in the best area, beautifully designed and extremely comfortable. "
United Kingdom
Alistair
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Lexden Guesthouse
A hotel reception area with two brown leather sofas, a television mounted on the wall, and two large Bayside Hotel Group posters.

4. Bayside Lodge

Bayside Lodge
3.0 star property
Pietermaritzburg
6.6 out of 10, (12 reviews)
"There was wifi but it was not in a reachable zone by our place. We never had sufficient cutlery and haf to ask. There is a hole in the bathroom ceiling and the whole wall os co ered with dampness which was not healthy for my 2 kids"
South Africa
Anonymous traveller
The price is €36
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Bayside Lodge
A bathroom with a toilet, a glass-enclosed shower, and a sink.

5. Regal Inn PMBurg

Regal Inn PMBurg
3.0 star property
Scottsville
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Regal Inn PMBurg
A rustic bar area with wooden stools, a bar counter, and a television.

6. Ascot Inn

Ascot Inn
3.0 star property
Pietermaritzburg
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (26 reviews)
"This is a good stop over hotel for one night while passing through the town"
South Africa
Paulo
The price is €49
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Ascot Inn
A dining table with various dishes, a view of a green landscape through a window, and a statue.

7. Redlands Hotel

Redlands Hotel
4.0 star property
Pietermaritzburg
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (25 reviews)
"The staff made the stay memorable their service was a 10/10 exceptional "
United States
Gillian
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Redlands Hotel
Property entrance

8. Ilawu Lodge

Ilawu Lodge
3.0 star property
Pietermaritzburg
6.6 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"Check in was a problem they didn't know about my stay.... I had to email booking confirmation. Shower room is too tiny, only one bath towel. Air-conditioner not working... Breakfast setting is a joke 😭😭 juice is warm, their quality of is really disappointing.... The noise.... The pool area is too close to the room I was in and the conference room oh my word the noise from the people using these facilities, the sheets and towels are not changed. In totality I regretted ny choice of...
South Africa
Anonymous traveller
The price is €52
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Ilawu Lodge
A two-story house with a wooden facade, a brick entrance, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

9. The Musafer Travel Lodge

The Musafer Travel Lodge
3.0 star property
Pietermaritzburg
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"It was good but the tv remotes were non functional and the room had no bed side lamps."
South Africa
Sbu
The price is €41
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
The Musafer Travel Lodge
A garden pathway with various plants and a clear sky.

10. Ekhaya Lodge

Ekhaya Lodge
2.0 star property
Pietermaritzburg
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Very clean comfortable and friendly staff"
United States
Mandisa
The price is €44
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Ekhaya Lodge
A cozy living room with wicker furniture, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

11. Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering

Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering
3.0 star property
Pietermaritzburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and family-friendly environment "
South Africa
Rufaro
The price is €54
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering
A modern hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area with striped sofas, a potted plant, and a vase with flowers.

12. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
3.0 star property
Pietermaritzburg
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (394 reviews)
"Very good place to stay for a quick business trip"
South Africa
Evashnee
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by a patio area with outdoor seating and a covered section.

13. Madlula's Guesthouse

Madlula's Guesthouse
3.0 star property
Scottsville
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"Clean room good bed unfortunately we were in a room opposite reception and loud noises from other guests kept us awake"
United Kingdom
Alan
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Madlula's Guesthouse
A room with a chandelier, a window with a wreath, a mirror, and a door.

14. Room-alexandra Bed and Breakfast Room 1

Room-alexandra Bed and Breakfast Room 1
2.0 star property
Pietermaritzburg
The price is €28
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Room-alexandra Bed and Breakfast Room 1
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a painting on the wall.

15. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

J & J Paradise Guesthouse
3.0 star property
Scottsville
The price is €28
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
J & J Paradise Guesthouse
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a decorative partition with signs.

16. 7 on Oakleigh

7 on Oakleigh
3.5 star property
Pietermaritzburg
7.8 out of 10, Good, (9 reviews)
"I loved it, clean and tidy. A home away from home."
South Africa
Buyisiwe
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
7 on Oakleigh
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wall-mounted mirror, a large mirror, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted bull skull.

17. Wensleydale Guest Lodge

Wensleydale Guest Lodge
4.0 star property
Pietermaritzburg
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (46 reviews)
"Absolutely amazing stay here with friendly and helpful staff throughout my stay👌"
United Kingdom
Thobani
The price is €41
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Wensleydale Guest Lodge
A wooden play structure with a slide and climbing net, surrounded by lush greenery.

18. Lincoln Cottages

Lincoln Cottages
4.0 star property
Pietermaritzburg
7.8 out of 10, Good, (12 reviews)
"Excellent "
South Africa
Lloyd
The price is €45
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Lincoln Cottages
A modern, enclosed shower area with a tiled floor and walls, featuring a central door and a control panel on the wall.

19. Lake Sands Manor

Lake Sands Manor
2.5 star property
Pietermaritzburg
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"Great staff"
South Africa
Oskar
The price is €43
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Lake Sands Manor
A room with a chandelier, a window with a wreath, a mirror, and a door.

20. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 4

Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 4
2.0 star property
Pietermaritzburg
The price is €33
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 4
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Pietermaritzburg

Breakfast included
Pool

Family-friendly hotels with pools in Pietermaritzburg

A modern hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area with striped sofas, a potted plant, and a vase with flowers.
Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
3.0 star property
Pietermaritzburg
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (394)
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
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Top Pietermaritzburg Hotel Reviews

The Sleeping Bao B&B

The Sleeping Bao B&B

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly staff and good breakfast."
Shaun 1-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
The Sleeping Bao B&B

Frequently asked questions

What's Pietermaritzburg like for family-friendly holidays?
If you've been thinking about a holiday with your children, Pietermaritzburg is a good choice. The cycling trails, horse riding and adventure tours are just some of the things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Arrange a flight into Pietermaritzburg (PZB), which is the closest airport, or Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.), which is located 43.7 mi (70.4 km) from the city centre.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Pietermaritzburg?
The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Pietermaritzburg is 998 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Pietermaritzburg?
While you and your family are holidaying in Pietermaritzburg, you may want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as Pietermaritzburg Oval and Comrades Marathon House. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Tatham Art Gallery and KwaZuluNatal Museum.