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8.5

Excellent

849 reviews

849 reviews

Housekeeping46
Breakfast5
Food & Dining4
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8.7

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location - Inside city center
Popular neighborhood
Parking
FREE
Popular landmarks
Suncoast Casino 1.8 km
uShaka Wet 'n Wild 2.2 km
uShaka Marine World 2.4 km
Big Rush Urban Adrenaline 2.4 km
Moses Mabhida Stadium 2.7 km
Durban Botanic Gardens 3.0 km
Mitchell Park Zoo 3.7 km
Umgeni River Bird Park 4.5 km
The Valley of a 1000 Hills 27.1 km
Nearby landmarks
Durban Holocaust and Genocide Centre 180 m
DURBAN ICC 200 m
Travel Doctor 310 m
Durban Jewish Club 340 m
Victoria Park 390 m
Lake Jozini 390 m
International Convention Centre 410 m
Cool Runnings - fishing 440 m
Cool Runnings 440 m
Funworld 460 m

City Lodge Hotel Durban

Corner Sylvester Ntuli and KE Masinga Roads, Durban City Center, Durban, South Africa, 4056 - See map

The car parking and the Wi-Fi are always free, so you can stay in touch and come and go as you please. Strategically situated in Durban City Center, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Be sure to set some time aside to visit uShaka Marine World as well as Golden Mile nearby. Rated with 3 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to restaurant, fitness center and indoor pool on-site.

Highlights

Hygiene Plus

Located in heart of Durban

Check-in [24-hour]

Airport transfer

Inside city center

Facilities

Airport transfer

Car park

Shuttle service

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Fitness center

Swimming pool [indoor]

Front desk [24-hour]

Luggage storage

This property is in high demand!

5 travelers have booked today.

Value for money8.3
Location rating8.7
Nearest airportKing Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Distance to airport28.0 km

Rooms available at City Lodge Hotel Durban

Very good
Room comfort & quality

8

Accessible Double Room
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 double bed
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Double - Non-Smoking
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 double bed
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Accessible Room
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 single beds or 1 double b...
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Standard Double
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 double bed
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Double Room
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 double bed
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Double 1
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 double bed
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Double Room B
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 double bed
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Double Room A
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 double bed
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Twin Room
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 single beds
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1 Double Bed
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 double bed
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Frequently asked questions

Does City Lodge Hotel Durban have a fitness center?

City Lodge Hotel Durban offers free fitness center that is effortlessly located at the tip of your finger, allowing you to get your daily exercise routine in at any hour of the day so you can spend your trip the way you want. For more details, please contact the property for more information.

Does City Lodge Hotel Durban offer dry cleaning services?

Yes! City Lodge Hotel Durban features dry cleaning service that is available all throughout your stay, ensuring that you're always looking your absolutely best in your favorite outfit. Please contact the property for more information.

What is the typical travel time to a nearby airport from City Lodge Hotel Durban?

The average travel time to get from City Lodge Hotel Durban to the airport is 30 minutes, but please take into account that the travel time may vary based on traffic, weather conditions, and time of day.

What is the minimum age requirement for guest at City Lodge Hotel Durban?

City Lodge Hotel Durban only allows visitors that are above 5 years old to stay at this property. In case you're looking for child- or family-friendly properties, please navigate to property facilities filter feature and select the "family/child friendly" filter for more options.

What is the average rating that past Solo travelers' have given to City Lodge Hotel Durban?

Past solo travelers that have stayed at this property have given City Lodge Hotel Durban an average rating of 8.5. You can look up more detailed customer reviews and responses by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that verified Business travelers' have given to City Lodge Hotel Durban?

Past business travelers that have stayed at this property have given City Lodge Hotel Durban an average rating of 8.1. You can look up more detailed customer reviews and responses by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the average rating that past Families with older children have given to City Lodge Hotel Durban?

Verified families with older children that have stayed at this property have given City Lodge Hotel Durban an average rating of 8.6. You can search for more comprehensive customer testimonials and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What popular natural sightseeing spots are near City Lodge Hotel Durban?

City Lodge Hotel Durban is situated within Durban City Center, which makes it suitably close to natural points of interest including uShaka Marine World.

Is breakfast offered at City Lodge Hotel Durban?

Wake up to a fantastic continental breakfast at City Lodge Hotel Durban. Customers can enjoy breakfast offered with an additional charge of 178 ZAR for adults if not included in the room rate. You may save on breakfast costs with Agoda by booking a room with breakfast, which is generally included for less than buying it at the resort.

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What people love about City Lodge Hotel Durban

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "Incredibly clean and well maintained, not even a single thing falls apart, this is a very classy and affordable hotel and hotel group in general with its other ..."

    Siya

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    May 11, 2023

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "The place is nice to stay in ,IWe enjoyed the cosy and specious room.Very clean indeed..."

    Vho

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    May 3, 2023

  • 9.2

    Exceptional
    Location

    "Location and price were the decision to book this place, it was a good decision-"

    Michael

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    January 29, 2023

Property ranking|Compared to 1,463 Durban properties
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Cleanliness score
8.9/10
Room comfort score
8/10
Cheapest price score
Service score
8.6/10
Better than
98
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of Durban properties
Better than
98
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of Durban properties
Better than
98
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of Durban properties
Better than
97
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of Durban properties
Overall rating:

8.5

Excellent
849 reviews
Cleanliness
8.9
Facilities
8.4
Location
8.7
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What travelers say they love:
Perfect location, friendly staff and very clean.
Leroy from South Africa
Couple
More about City Lodge Hotel Durban

More about City Lodge Hotel Durban

City Lodge Hotel Durban

See the best of Durban with a stay at City Lodge Hotel Durban, which puts you right in the city center amidst the many sights and landmarks. With its convenient location, you can easily access to the city's must-see destinations.
The facilities and services provided by City Lodge Hotel Durban ensure a pleasant stay for guests. Post your pictures and answer your emails whenever you want, with the hotel's free Wi-Fi internet access. Pre-plan your rides to and from the airport with the hotel's easy to book transportation services. The hotel provides car hire and shuttle services to help you get to where you want to go in Durban.
Parking is available and free, provided by the hotel for guests with their own transportation. The helpful staff at the front desk can assist you with services including luggage storage. If you want seats to city's best entertainment, you can get help through the hotel's tours. The hotel even offers a fireplace for a warm atmosphere on chilly nights.
The hotel's on-site dry cleaning service and laundry service help you keep your favorite travel outfits clean so you can pack less. In-room conveniences include room service and daily housekeeping, so you can relax and enjoy your stay. The hotel is entirely non-smoking, ensuring a clean air environment. Smoking is restricted to the designated smoking areas.
Experience high-quality room facilities during your stay at City Lodge Hotel Durban. The hotel provides linen service and air conditioning in some rooms for the benefit of guests. Keep your entertainment options wide, even in your room, with a range of facilities, including cable TV available in select rooms. The hotel also provides guests with a coffee or tea maker in some rooms.
Knowing that bathroom amenities play an important role in increasing guests' satisfaction, the hotel provides a hair dryer, toiletries and towels in some select rooms.


Dining and things to do

Start your vacation days in the best possible way. Begin every morning of your stay with an in-house breakfast. Wake up bright and energetic in the mornings with a cup of good coffee offered at the cafe right at the hotel. Never let hunger affect your travel plans! Restaurants on-site provide convenient and tasty dining options. Have fun at night with your travel companions right at the hotel's bar.
Light snacking is available day or night with the hotel's vending machines. If you're truly selective about eating, you'll be grateful for the in-house shared kitchen available here.
To fill your days, be sure to check out the fantastic facilities offered at City Lodge Hotel Durban. The hotel's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. Be sure to enjoy the accessible beach nearby. The hotel's on-site pool invites you every day for a cooling dip or a few refreshing laps. For those who hate to miss a workout, a trip to the hotel's fitness facility will keep you fresh and healthy.
Have some relaxing fun with family and friends at the shared lounge and TV area.


Around the property

There are many attractions to discover within close proximity to City Lodge Hotel Durban. If you're a fan, you'll want to relive the greatest sporting moments of the local team at Moses Mabhida Stadium located 2.6 km away. Sit on the sand or sip a drink in leisure at Golden Mile located 540 m away.


Reasons to stay here

Rooms here are cheaper than 97% of accommodations in the city.
Past guests rate facilities here higher than 97% of the city's accommodation.
This hotel's food and dining score higher than 97% of accommodations in the city.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8.4

Most talked about facilities

Breakfast

11 mentions

Swimming Pool

3 mentions

Beach

3 mentions

Food & Dining

2 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
  • Fitness center
  • Game room
  • Garden
  • Pub crawl
  • Swimming pool [indoor]
  • Swimming pool [outdoor]
  • Tours
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
  • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hotel room service app
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Hygiene certification
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Professional-grade sanitizing services
  • 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
  • Alternative meal arrangement
  • Bar
  • Breakfast [continental]
  • Coffee shop
  • Grocery delivery
  • Kitchen
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
  • Shared kitchen
  • Snack bar
  • Vending machine
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fireplace
  • Food delivery
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace
For the kids
  • Family room
  • Kids meal
Access
  • Check-in [24-hour]
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Security [24-hour]
Getting around
  • Airport transfer
  • Car park [free of charge]
  • Car park [nearby]
  • Car park [on-site]
  • Rental car
  • Shuttle service
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Desk
  • Free bottled water
  • In-room safe box

Location

Corner Sylvester Ntuli and KE Masinga Roads, Durban City Center, Durban, South Africa, 4056
Excellent
Location

8.7

Airports
  • King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
    28.0 km
  • Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB)
    65.7 km
Public transportation
  • Durban Railway Station
    1.2 km
  • Berea Road
    2.1 km
Hospital or clinic
  • Sparspot Pharmacy
    1.3 km
Shopping
  • Victoria St Market
    1.9 km
Convenience store
  • Fresh Stop
    560 m
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    370 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Suncoast Casino
    1.8 km
  • uShaka Wet 'n Wild
    2.2 km
  • uShaka Marine World
    2.4 km
  • Big Rush Urban Adrenaline
    2.4 km
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium
    2.7 km
  • Durban Botanic Gardens
    3.0 km
  • Mitchell Park Zoo
    3.7 km
  • Umgeni River Bird Park
    4.5 km
  • The Valley of a 1000 Hills
    27.1 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Durban Holocaust and Genocide Centre
    180 m
  • DURBAN ICC
    200 m
  • Travel Doctor
    310 m
  • Durban Jewish Club
    340 m
  • Victoria Park
    390 m
  • Lake Jozini
    390 m
  • International Convention Centre
    410 m
  • Cool Runnings - fishing
    440 m
  • Cool Runnings
    440 m
  • Funworld
    460 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.

Minimum age of guests is: 5 year(s).

Infant 5-5 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
Baby cot/crib available upon request
Children 6-12 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 13 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 from14:00
  • Check-out until11:00
Getting around
  • Airport transfer fee420 ZAR
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)30
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)178 ZAR
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsYes
  • Number of bars/lounges1
  • Number of floors2
  • Number of restaurants1
  • Number of rooms 160
  • Room voltage220
  • Year property opened1988
  • Most recent renovation2009

Reviews of City Lodge Hotel Durban from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.5
/
10
Cleanliness8.9
Facilities8.4
Location8.7
Room comfort and quality8.0
Service8.6
Value for money8.3
High score for Durban
Rating
9+ Exceptional (138)
8-9 Excellent (33)
7-8 Very Good (41)
6-7 Good (13)
<6 Below Expectation (42)
Time of the year
Mar - May (55)
Jun - Aug (31)
Sep - Nov (56)
Dec - Feb (125)

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10.0
Exceptional
Wendy from South Africa
Couple
Double Room B
Stayed 1 night in October 2022

Lovely Stay ”

I recently stayed at the City Lodge with my husband, and it was a perfect stay. Lovely and friendly staff, a comfortable room, and an overall great experience. They also have a lovely restaurant where we enjoyed our supper.

Reviewed October 24, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Abongile from South Africa
Solo traveler
Double Room B
Stayed 2 nights in December 2022

Exceptional”

I had a great experience in this hotel. But they need to consider putting bar fridge in their rooms and Microwave. Otherwise their hotel is the best and also they provided exceptional customer service.

Reviewed January 02, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Pieter from South Africa
Solo traveler
Twin Room 1
Stayed 3 nights in August 2022

Comfortable stay”

Had a very comfortable stay over comrades weekend. Ideally located for comrades. Staff were excellent, restaurant food was good, room is standard city lodge with everything in order as you would expect.

Reviewed September 06, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Zanele from South Africa
Family with young children
Guest Room
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

City lodge hotel”

Best hospitality ever. It’s very beautiful and the staff is very friendly n welcoming. We thank u, we had a wonderful stay.

Reviewed January 05, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Zahira from South Africa
Solo traveler
Double Room B
Stayed 3 nights in July 2021

Absolute comfort”

the rooms were perfectly comfortable. I got to the hotel after 10pm and as it was during the lockdown, curfew time was 10pm and there was no where for me to get food from, the vending machine had noodles!! and the staff was kind enough to let me use the microwave in their kitchen to prepare my food :) this made me SO happy!! I will definitely return

Reviewed August 02, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Devon from South Africa
Couple
Double Room A
Stayed 1 night in September 2021

Exceptional”

City lodge hotel Durban was the perfect fit for us. Cleanliness, comfort esthetics and functionality made our stay very compatible. After spending a long day around the city visiting various attractions, it was nice to come back to a hotel that met and exceeded or expectations. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be using this hotel again. Thank you. You guys rock!

Reviewed September 27, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Vandana from South Africa
Couple
Double Room A
Stayed 1 night in October 2022

Great place”

City lodge gives us great peace of mind knowing it's clean and has efficient staff

Reviewed November 15, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Zanele from South Africa
Family with young children
Double 1
Stayed 2 nights in January 2022

Exceptional”

We had most wonderful time at the lodge… and the place is beautiful. Thank u for having us

Reviewed January 05, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Jesse from South Africa
Couple
Double Room B
Stayed 2 nights in December 2022

Great value for money”

Nice location. Very clean and relaxing environment

Reviewed January 03, 2023

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9.6
Exceptional
Thato from South Africa
Couple
Accessible Double Room
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Exceptional”

Best value for money,cleanest hotel I've ever stayed in...and wow...the breakfast was out of this world

Reviewed January 25, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
William from South Africa
Couple
Accessible Double Room
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Exceptional”

easy booking, very conveniently situated, lovely room, beautiful swimming pool. can't say a bad word about this place.

Reviewed January 16, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Teboho from South Africa
Couple
Double Room A
Stayed 1 night in October 2022

Exceptional”

Rooms clean ,location perfect and what I like the most is the swimming pool area.safe parking space

Reviewed October 09, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Ashmika from South Africa
Couple
Double Room
Stayed 3 nights in November 2021

CITY LODGE DURBAN ”

Hotel is clean and neat, the staff are very friendly and accommodating, the rooms are sanitized and freshened everyday, shower was amazing 👌there was tea and coffee available in the room.. I would definitely be BOOKING the CITY LODGE again 🙏👍

Reviewed November 15, 2021

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9.6
Exceptional
Mashite from South Africa
Family with teens
Double - Non-Smoking
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Kids enjoyed the swimming pool even though for a short time ”

It is also just a walking distance from the beach. Easy access to the highway. Great location. Only disappointment was that breakfast was not included in the initial booking which I only became aware later. But I am not complaining for the rate was already discounted.

Reviewed January 12, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
SINDI from South Africa
Couple
Double - Non-Smoking
Stayed 2 nights in December 2021

The little Taj Mahal”

My wife and enjoyed a wonderful stay in this hotel, we even call it "The little Taj" , friendly staff, great security, its accessible and friendly and very clean, next time we hit Durban, City Lodge is our place to go

Reviewed January 14, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Mmampetloane
Couple
Standard Double
Stayed 4 nights in December 2019

Homely vacation”

I was very happy to arrive at the lodge after a long travelling. The reception welcomed me so friendly. I was offered a double single room instead of a double bed. The hotel assistants were so friendly to give me options of changing the room however the lodge was fully booked. I enjoyed the cleanness of my room, the efficient parking , the location ,breakfast and the staff made me feel home.

Reviewed January 09, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Akhona from South Africa
Family with young children
Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in December 2021

Compliment”

The room was very clean, the linen as well. Everything in our room was 100% perfect. It was my first time to book there but I will definately book again.

Reviewed January 02, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Senamile from South Africa
Solo traveler
Double - Non-Smoking
Stayed 2 nights in September 2021

Exceptional Service and Cleanliness ”

The place is very clean and the service is five ⭐️ . Apart from the noise from other rooms and corridors I was happy. The linen and bathrooms are to do…!!

Reviewed September 04, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Goodman from South Africa
Solo traveler
Accessible Double Room
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

A pleasant Place ”

I had a wonderful relaxing experience at this hotel

Reviewed January 13, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Leroy from South Africa
Couple
Double - Non-Smoking
Stayed 1 night in December 2022

Exceptional”

Perfect location, friendly staff and very clean.

Reviewed December 30, 2022

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