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8.6

Excellent

6,194 reviews

6,194 reviews

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9.1

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location
Popular neighborhood
Excellent for walking
Walkable places
Wavepark Gateway
120 m
Barnyard Theatre
220 m
Imax
220 m
Ster Theatres - Gateway Mall
220 m
CJ Saunders Park
300 m
Popular landmarks
Umgeni River Bird Park
10.2 km
Moses Mabhida Stadium
12.1 km
Big Rush Urban Adrenaline
12.4 km
Mitchell Park Zoo
12.5 km
Suncoast Casino
12.9 km
Closest landmarks
Dr Ajesh (Shaun) Janki, Psychiatrist
560 m
Umhlanga Hospital
580 m
Gorimas
610 m
KZN Day Clinic
610 m
Natal Sharks Board
630 m

aha Gateway Hotel

Corner of Boulevard and Twighlight Drive, Gateway Theatre of Shopping, Umhlanga, Durban, South Africa, 4321 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Conveniently situated in the Umhlanga part of Durban, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous uShaka Marine World. Rated with 3 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to restaurant, indoor pool and outdoor pool on-site.

Highlights

Located in heart of Durban

Front desk [24-hour]

Airport transfer

Excellent breakfast

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Announcements by hotel (1)
Due to the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, the property can currently only accept bookings from essential workers. Identification and reasonable evidence of work qualification must be presented at check-in. Please contact the property for more information
Facilities

Front desk [24-hour]

Airport transfer

Shuttle service

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Luggage storage

Swimming pool [outdoor]

Golf course [on-site]

Restaurants

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Durban every 7 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money8.3
Distance to city center20. Km
Location rating9.1
Nearest airportKing Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Distance to airport13.4 km

Rooms available at aha Gateway Hotel

Excellent
Room comfort & quality

8.4

Superior Room
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  • Room size: 40 m²/431 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 double bed
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Standard Room
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  • Room size: 29 m²/312 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 single beds
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Junior Suite
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  • Room size: 44 m²/474 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 king bed
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Junior Suite(1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed)
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  • Room size: 44 m²/474 ft²
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Room Assigned on Arrival
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  • Balcony/terrace
  • Shower
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Suite Single Room
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    Junior Suite - Single Use
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      Single Superior
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        Twin Room - Single Use
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          Single Standard
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            Frequently asked questions

            Does aha Gateway Hotel offer airport transfer?

            aha Gateway Hotel offers airport transfer service upon request with an additional charge of 200 ZAR in local currency. To request, check the box on the booking form just before the payment page.

            Does aha Gateway Hotel have a swimming pool?

            While staying at aha Gateway Hotel, you can delight in the None facility to get your day started the best way with a splash for a revitalizing morning or evening.

            What kind of water sports activities are available at aha Gateway Hotel?

            aha Gateway Hotel offers water sport activities which includes water sports (non-motorized) for you to keep yourself busy.

            How many rooms does aha Gateway Hotel have?

            aha Gateway Hotel has a total of 146 rooms.

            What do past guests like most about aha Gateway Hotel?

            Past visitors that stayed at aha Gateway Hotel have given this property a rating of 9.101 for its exceptional location as the primary highlight for their stay.

            What is the average rating that verified Group travelers have given to aha Gateway Hotel?

            Verified group travelers that have stayed at this property have given aha Gateway Hotel an average rating of 8.7. You can check out more comprehensive customer reviews and responses by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

            What dining places are close by aha Gateway Hotel?

            aha Gateway Hotel’s community is Umhlanga which comprises of popular restaurants such as Nando's, John Dory's Gateway, and Circus Circus Cafe.

            What recognized natural sightseeing locations are close to aha Gateway Hotel?

            aha Gateway Hotel is located within Umhlanga, which makes it suitably close to natural sights including Natal Shark Board.

            What is the closest airport to aha Gateway Hotel?

            The nearest airport to aha Gateway Hotel is King Shaka International Airport, 13.0 km away.

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            What people love about aha Gateway Hotel

            • 10

              Exceptional
              Cleanliness

              "The rooms were modern, clean and spacious."

              Jerome

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              April 30, 2023

            • 10

              Exceptional
              Cleanliness

              "Absolutely loved the hotel and enjoyed my Stay, super clean facilities and great catering."

              Andiswa

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              January 13, 2022

            • 7.6

              Very good
              Location

              "Very convenient to the gateway mall"

              Shutheeavurnee

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              October 4, 2022

            Property ranking|Compared to 1,463 Durban properties
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            Room comfort score
            8.4/10
            Location score
            9.1/10
            Cleanliness score
            8.7/10
            Value for money score
            8.3/10
            Better than
            99
            %
            of Durban properties
            Better than
            98
            %
            of Durban properties
            Better than
            97
            %
            of Durban properties
            Better than
            96
            %
            of Durban properties
            Overall rating:

            8.6

            Excellent
            6,194 reviews
            Cleanliness
            8.7
            Facilities
            8.2
            Location
            9.1
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            What travelers say they love:
            Very good facility located by one of the biggest shopping ma...
            Wilfred from Zimbabwe
            Solo traveler
            More about aha Gateway Hotel

            More about aha Gateway Hotel

            aha Gateway Hotel

            Never miss a single attraction in Durban when staying at aha Gateway Hotel. Getting around in Durban is easy when staying at this hotel, strategically placed right in the heart of the city.
            Enjoy all that aha Gateway Hotel has to offer! Keep up with all your communications easily with the hotel's free Wi-Fi. Getting from and back to the airport can be easily arranged with the hotel's airport transfer services. Taxi and shuttle services provided by the hotel make exploring Durban even more convenient.
            Guests can enjoy convenient available parking right at the hotel. Front desk services including concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes can assist with your needs. Getting tickets for the city's best entertainment is easy through the hotel's tours. Packing light is possible at aha Gateway Hotel thanks to the hotel's dry cleaning service and laundry service keeping your clothes clean.
            Feeling lazy? In-room conveniences like room service and daily housekeeping let you get the most out of your room time. Forgot to pack something? All your last-minute needs can be fulfilled by the convenience stores, saving you time and hassle. For the comfort and health of all guests, smoking is not permitted anywhere within the hotel. Smoking is allowed only in the designated smoking areas provided by hotel.
            Enjoy the services offered at aha Gateway Hotel from the convenience of your guestroom. For your comfort, some rooms at the hotel are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning. Some rooms at aha Gateway Hotel even come with extra design features such as a balcony or terrace. In-room entertainment amenities including the cable TV is provided in some rooms.
            In some select rooms, you can find a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, bottled water, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar at your disposal. Bathroom amenities are just as important as others, and at the hotel you'll find a hair dryer, toiletries and towels available in some guest bathrooms.


            Dining and things to do

            Every day at aha Gateway Hotel begins with a delicious in-house breakfast. A variety of convenient and tasty dining options are waiting for you at the hotel, for whenever you get hungry. aha Gateway Hotel is ready to serve your most specific needs. A selection of food types including kosher and halal options is available for guests with dietary restrictions. A memorable night with your travel companions can be had without going far, at the hotel's bar.
            For the ultimate convenience, you can even have groceries delivered to your room at aha Gateway Hotel, with their exclusive service.
            Fill your days with the array of activities and facilities offered at aha Gateway Hotel. Be sure to spend some time exploring the beach, which is accessible directly from the hotel. Spend some time relaxing at the hotel's pool. Sip your favorite cocktail outdoors at the hotel's poolside bar.
            Cool off on hot days by joining water-world activities like non-motorized water sports. Grab some last-minute needs or local souvenirs for yourself or those back home without having to go anywhere at the shops available right on-site.


            Around the property

            Experience Durban like a true local. Get fanatical about the local sports team at Moses Mabhida Stadium located 12.0 km away, where you can also find team merchandise and memorabilia. Enjoy the simple pleasures of an oceanside getaway, with Golden Mile located 14.3 km away, where you can turn a good day into a great one with a sea view.


            Reasons to stay here

            Find some excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining better than 98% of the city's other accommodations.
            Ranking higher than 98% of the city's accommodations options, this is a great choice for location.
            Guests who stayed here really appreciated the room comfort, scoring it higher than 98% of accommodations in the city.

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            Amenities and facilities

            Excellent
            Facilities

            8.2

            Most talked about facilities

            Breakfast

            36 mentions

            Housekeeping

            21 mentions

            Food & Dining

            5 mentions

            Internet

            5 mentions

            Languages spoken
            • English
            Accessibility
            • Wheelchair accessible
            Internet access
            • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
            • Internet
            • Internet services
            • Wi-Fi in public areas
            Things to do, ways to relax
            • Garden
            • Golf course [on-site]
            • Swimming pool [indoor]
            • Swimming pool [outdoor]
            • Ticket services
            • Tours
            • Water sports (non-motorized)
            Cleanliness and safety
            • Anti-viral cleaning products
            • Body thermometer
            • Breakfast in room
            • Breakfast takeaway service
            • Cashless payment service
            • Daily disinfection in all rooms
            • Daily disinfection in common areas
            • Doctor/nurse on call
            • Face coverings on staff
            • First aid kit
            • Free face masks
            • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
            • Hand sanitizer
            • Hot water linen and laundry washing
            • Hygiene certification
            • Individually-wrapped food options
            • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
            • Protective screens in common areas
            • Room sanitization opt-out available
            • Rooms sanitized between stays
            • Safe dining setup
            • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
            • Shared stationery removed
            • Staff trained in safety protocol
            • Sterilizing equipment
            • Temperature check for guests and staff
            Dining, drinking, and snacking
            • A la carte breakfast
            • Alternative meal arrangement
            • Bar
            • Breakfast [buffet]
            • Breakfast [continental]
            • Breakfast service
            • Grocery delivery
            • Kitchen
            • Poolside bar
            • Restaurant [halal]
            • Restaurant [kosher]
            • Restaurants
            • Room service
            Services and conveniences
            • Air conditioning in public area
            • Concierge
            • Convenience store
            • Daily housekeeping
            • Doorman
            • Dry cleaning
            • Elevator
            • Facilities for disabled guests
            • Food delivery
            • Ironing service
            • Laundry service
            • Luggage storage
            • Meeting/banquet facilities
            • Safety deposit boxes
            • Shops
            • Smoke-free property
            • Smoking area
            • Terrace
            • Xerox/fax in business center
            For the kids
            • Kids meal
            • Swimming pool [kids]
            Access
            • CCTV in common areas
            • CCTV outside property
            • Exterior corridor
            • Fire extinguisher
            • Front desk [24-hour]
            • Non-smoking rooms
            • Pets allowed
            • Safety/security feature
            • Security [24-hour]
            • Service animals are welcome
            • Smoke alarms
            Getting around
            • Airport transfer
            • Car park [charges apply]
            • Shuttle service
            • Taxi service
            Available in all rooms
            • Accessible by elevator
            • Accessible by stairs
            • Adapter
            • Air conditioning
            • Baby cot (upon request)
            • Balcony/terrace
            • Blackout curtains
            • Closet
            • Clothes rack
            • Coffee/tea maker
            • Daily housekeeping
            • Desk
            • Electric kettle
            • Extra long bed
            • Free bottled water
            • Fruits/snacks
            • Hair dryer
            • In-room safe box
            • Interconnecting room(s) available
            • Internet access – LAN
            • Internet access – wireless
            • Ironing facilities
            • Laptop safe box
            • Linens
            • Mini bar
            • Non-smoking
            • Pool facilities
            • Safety/security feature
            • Satellite/cable channels
            • Seating area
            • Shower
            • Sleep comfort items
            • Smoke detector
            • Socket near the bed
            • Swimming pool [direct access]
            • Telephone
            • Toiletries
            • Towels
            • Wake-up service
            • Walk-in shower
            • Wi-Fi [free]
            • Wooden/parqueted flooring

            Food and dining

            Restaurants on site
            Fig Tree Cafe
            • Cuisine: Mediterranean
            • Menu: Buffet

            Location

            Corner of Boulevard and Twighlight Drive, Gateway Theatre of Shopping, Umhlanga, Durban, South Africa, 4321
            Exceptional
            Location

            9.1

            Airports
            • King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
              13.4 km
            • Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB)
              65.3 km
            Public transportation
            • Mount Edgecombe Station
              3.9 km
            • Phoenix
              5.5 km
            Hospital or clinic
            • Dr Ajesh (Shaun) Janki, Psychiatrist
              560 m
            Convenience store
            • On-site
            Cash withdrawal
            • ATM
              170 m

            What's nearby

            Popular landmarks
            • Umgeni River Bird Park
              10.2 km
            • Moses Mabhida Stadium
              12.1 km
            • Big Rush Urban Adrenaline
              12.4 km
            • Mitchell Park Zoo
              12.5 km
            • Suncoast Casino
              12.9 km
            • Durban Botanic Gardens
              14.6 km
            • uShaka Wet 'n Wild
              16.2 km
            • uShaka Marine World
              16.4 km
            • The Valley of a 1000 Hills
              30.0 km
            Nearby landmarks
            • Wavepark Gateway
              120 m
            • Barnyard Theatre
              220 m
            • Imax
              220 m
            • Ster Theatres - Gateway Mall
              220 m
            • CJ Saunders Park
              300 m
            • Body Guru
              380 m
            • Gateway Theatre Of Shopping
              410 m
            • Dr Ajesh (Shaun) Janki, Psychiatrist
              560 m
            • Umhlanga Hospital
              580 m
            • Golfers Club
              600 m
            Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

            Property policies

            Children and extra beds

            Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

            All children are welcome.

            Children 0-1 year(s)
            Must use an extra bed
            If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
            Guests 2 years and older are considered as adults
            Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
            Others
            • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

            Some helpful facts

            Check-in/Check-out
            • Check-in from11:00
            • Check-out until10:00
            Getting around
            • Airport transfer fee200 ZAR
            • Distance from city center20. Km
            • Travel time to airport (minutes)25
            Extras
            • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)190 ZAR
            • Daily Internet/Wi-Fi fee0 ZAR
            The property
            • Non-smoking rooms/floorsno
            • Number of bars/lounges1
            • Number of floors4
            • Number of restaurants1
            • Number of rooms 146
            • Room voltage220
            • Year property opened2011
            Parking
            • Daily parking fee30 ZAR

            Property announcements

            The property is located close to a music venue and increased noise levels may be experienced during your stay.

            Due to the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, the property can currently only accept bookings from essential workers. Identification and reasonable evidence of work qualification must be presented at check-in. Please contact the property for more information

            Reviews of aha Gateway Hotel from real guests

            Provided by verified guests of Agoda
            8.5
            /
            10
            Cleanliness8.7
            Facilities8.2
            Location9.1
            Room comfort and quality8.4
            Service8.5
            Value for money8.3
            High score for Durban
            Rating
            9+ Exceptional (148)
            8-9 Excellent (59)
            7-8 Very Good (75)
            6-7 Good (27)
            <6 Below Expectation (39)
            Time of the year
            Mar - May (49)
            Jun - Aug (74)
            Sep - Nov (117)
            Dec - Feb (108)

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            10.0
            Exceptional
            Tshegofatso from South Africa
            Family with young children
            Standard Room
            Stayed 4 nights in October 2020

            Stay at the Aha, Gateway Hotel”

            I stayed for 4 nights at the hotel. I was traveling with my 8 year old Son and we really enjoyed our stay at the hotel. The hotel is very central and literally close to everything thing in Umhlanga. The staff was very friendly and catered to our every need. From the Receptionist, chef, cleaners and hotel staff. Their breakfast is amazing, we got value for money. Thank you for having us and we will call again in future.

            Reviewed October 19, 2020

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            10.0
            Exceptional
            Zukiswa from South Africa
            Couple
            Standard Room
            Stayed 1 night in July 2020

            I was very happy with the staff, the ones I had contact with were super friendly & accommodating.”

            I think the air-conditioning system was not user friendly, I tried so hard to get the room warm & failed. Due to Covid, our breakfast was served in the room, which is great but we only had one chair and we were uncomfortable to have food on top of the bed with all white linen, so my boyfriend sat on the floor.

            Reviewed July 20, 2020

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            10.0
            Exceptional
            Yvonne from South Africa
            Couple
            Standard Room
            Stayed 1 night in January 2022

            Aha Gateway hotel”

            It was a great stay, staff excellent willingness to assist, food excellent, rooms and beds comfortable, will definitely return

            Reviewed January 15, 2022

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            10.0
            Exceptional
            Andiswa from South Africa
            Solo traveler
            Standard Room
            Stayed 1 night in December 2021

            Exceptional”

            Absolutely loved the hotel and enjoyed my Stay, super clean facilities and great catering. Most def making my next booking here

            Reviewed January 13, 2022

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            10.0
            Exceptional
            Yvonne from South Africa
            Couple
            Standard Room
            Stayed 1 night in January 2022

            Great stay”

            Was a lovely comfortable stay, staff overall highest standards covid protocols followed gives you peace of mind

            Reviewed January 15, 2022

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            10.0
            Exceptional
            Zibuyisile from South Africa
            Couple
            Superior Room
            Stayed 3 nights in September 2021

            Satisfied Guest ”

            Our stay was amazing thanks to the reservations team Sumayyah, Moses and the Receptionist for a smooth check in and checkout. A wonderful appreciation to the GM Andrew Ngwenya.

            Reviewed September 24, 2021

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            10.0
            Exceptional
            ramabele from South Africa
            Couple
            Standard Room
            Stayed 5 nights in December 2019

            Great location ”

            The hotel is placed in a great location and is very clean. The staff is very friendly and you can walk to the mall

            Reviewed January 06, 2020

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            9.6
            Exceptional
            Abongile from South Africa
            Family with young children
            Standard Room
            Stayed 3 nights in April 2021

            Friendly staff ”

            Generally no complaints, I enjoyed my stay with my family. It would be nice if the hotel had a gym and if the deck’s pool was heated. The staff are super friendly and the food was delicious. Would definitely recommend.

            Reviewed April 05, 2021

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            10.0
            Exceptional
            sbonga from South Africa
            Couple
            Standard Room
            Stayed 2 nights in September 2021

            Exceptional”

            They deliver what they promised, everything was 👌👌👌. Will definitely be back.

            Reviewed September 17, 2021

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            9.6
            Exceptional
            Jabulani from South Africa
            Couple
            Standard Room
            Stayed 4 nights in August 2022

            Best place to be”

            Walking distance to the mall and easy access to other places.

            Reviewed August 26, 2022

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            9.6
            Exceptional
            Cherice from South Africa
            Couple
            Standard Room
            Stayed 8 nights in December 2019

            Exceptional”

            Staff was super friendly and very helpful. Rooms are big and comfortable, very clean. Breakfast was amazing, great variety.

            Reviewed January 07, 2020

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            9.2
            Exceptional
            Tlhokomelo from South Africa
            Couple
            Standard Room
            Stayed 4 nights in April 2021

            Staff members exceptionally friendly.”

            Staff members from the manager to the cleaning people were all friendly, greeting with a smile and always willing to assist. The rooms are kept very neat. It really felt like home, everyone there was welcoming I am not even exaggerating this.

            Reviewed April 06, 2021

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            10.0
            Exceptional
            promise from South Africa
            Family with young children
            Standard Room
            Stayed 5 nights in December 2020

            Excellent ”

            This hotel is the best

            Reviewed December 31, 2020

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            9.6
            Exceptional
            Fatima from South Africa
            Couple
            Standard Room
            Stayed 1 night in June 2021

            Great hotel ”

            I have stayed there twice and it was fantastic even the breakfast was excellent.

            Reviewed July 03, 2021

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            10.0
            Exceptional
            Shauntel from South Africa
            Family with young children
            Superior Room
            Stayed 1 night in July 2022

            Exceptional”

            Great 👍

            Reviewed July 09, 2022

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            8.8
            Excellent
            Meya from South Africa
            Couple
            Standard Room
            Stayed 2 nights in December 2022

            Good”

            They don't have bar fridge and microwave which are basic amenities. Their breakfast is very delicious and staff were very good

            Reviewed December 26, 2022

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            9.2
            Exceptional
            Ntombi from South Africa
            Group
            Standard Room
            Stayed 2 nights in November 2019

            Good”

            Close to Gateway shopping centre, very clean.. It would be excellent if you added bar fridges in all rooms otherwise we had a great stay

            Reviewed February 29, 2020

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            9.6
            Exceptional
            Thamsanqa from South Africa
            Couple
            Standard Room
            Stayed 1 night in March 2021

            Just as advert”

            Clean quiet and right next to the mall

            Reviewed March 31, 2021

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            10.0
            Exceptional
            M from South Africa
            Business traveler
            Standard Room
            Stayed 3 nights in November 2020

            Exceptional”

            Best for less

            Reviewed November 18, 2020

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            8.8
            Excellent
            Lerato from South Africa
            Couple
            Standard Room
            Stayed 3 nights in November 2020

            Place to be”

            Perfect place to be... The food is good The place is clean and the staff is the best

            Reviewed November 28, 2020

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