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A modern hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area with striped sofas, a potted plant, and a vase with flowers.
A modern dining area with round tables, black chairs, and potted plants.
An outdoor pool area with a covered patio, seating, and a view of the cityscape.
A living room with striped sofas, a wooden coffee table, a potted plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

1. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
Pietermaritzburg
United States
John
NZ$99
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
Property entrance
Terrace/patio
Property entrance
Dining

2. Ilawu Lodge

Ilawu Lodge
Pietermaritzburg
South Africa
Anonymous traveller
NZ$99
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Ilawu Lodge
A modern hotel lobby with a round glass table, a large floral centerpiece, and a seating area with chairs.
A modern living room with a plush ottoman, a wooden side table with a vase of flowers, a patterned armchair, and a mirror on the wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden side table, and a large window with curtains.
A modern lobby with a round wooden table, a sofa, and a patterned armchair.

3. Golden Horse Hotel

Golden Horse Hotel
Scottsville
United Kingdom
CATHRINE Terry
NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Golden Horse Hotel
A two-story brick house with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with an arch, and a small garden with a stone fountain.
A wooden archway leading into a room with a bench, a table with a plant, and a staircase in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window.
A brick house with a pool, patio, and outdoor seating area.

4. The Sleeping Bao B&B

The Sleeping Bao B&B
Pietermaritzburg
South Africa
Shaun
NZ$114
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
The Sleeping Bao B&B
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a painting on the wall.
A bed with a dark headboard, white bedding, and decorative pillows. There is a folded towel on the bed, a remote control on a side table, and a framed picture on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, a window with curtains, and a ceiling fan.
A bathroom with a white sink, a faucet, and a soap dispenser.

5. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

J & J Paradise Guesthouse
Scottsville
NZ$40
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
J & J Paradise Guesthouse
Exterior detail
A garden with various plants and a picnic table.
Dining room
A kitchen with white tiled walls, a microwave oven, a toaster, and a sink.

6. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 4

Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 4
Pietermaritzburg
NZ$58
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 4
An open doorway leading to a room with a table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.
A dining area with a white table and chairs, a vase of flowers, and a bookshelf with decorative plates.
A bright room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table with magazines, and a wicker chair.
A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a bedside table, and a view of greenery outside.

7. Lexden Guesthouse

Lexden Guesthouse
Pietermaritzburg
United Kingdom
Alistair
NZ$377
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Lexden Guesthouse
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by a patio area with outdoor seating and a covered section.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, a door, and a window with curtains.
A building with a reception area, stone facade, and large windows.
A covered outdoor seating area with a planter of blue flowers, a brick pathway, and a yellow building with large windows.

8. Madlula's Guesthouse

Madlula's Guesthouse
Scottsville
United Kingdom
Alan
NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Madlula's Guesthouse
A garden pathway with various plants and a clear sky.
A two-story house with a brick exterior, a front porch, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and shrubs.
Two remote controls on a wooden surface with a potted succulent in the background.
A covered outdoor seating area with chairs and potted plants.

9. Ekhaya Lodge

Ekhaya Lodge
Pietermaritzburg
United States
Mandisa
NZ$80
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Ekhaya Lodge
A house with a large sliding glass door, a green water tank, and a brick patio.
A covered outdoor area with a swimming pool, a large green water tank, and a white air conditioning unit.
A room with a wooden bench, a television on a stand, a door, and a window with curtains.
A two-story house with a satellite dish, large windows, and a chimney.

10. Luvuyos Guest House

Luvuyos Guest House
Scottsville
NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Luvuyos Guest House
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Frequently asked questions

What should a history buff expect from a stay in Pietermaritzburg?
The historical places in Pietermaritzburg are likely a big part of your travel plans. You can also discover all there is to see and do including the casinos and gardens.
How many historical hotels are located in Pietermaritzburg?
In Pietermaritzburg, there are 59 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the most important historical sites and other places to visit in Pietermaritzburg?
Landmarks like The Old Prison and Macrorie House Museum in Pietermaritzburg might be worth a visit. The picturesque setting of National Botanical Gardens and Queen Elizabeth Park exemplify the area's natural beauty. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Pietermaritzburg City Hall and Msunduzi Museum.
What is a historic hotel like in Pietermaritzburg?
When you book a historic hotel, you'll spend a night or two in a place that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it's a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Pietermaritzburg, bringing the history to life.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally what's most important. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value along with how it influenced the community.
Do historic hotels in Pietermaritzburg have modern facilities?
Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you've come to expect, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Pietermaritzburg, don't worry that you'll find a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.

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