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The Saint James on Venice
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8.5

Excellent

70 reviews

70 reviews

Housekeeping4
Food & Dining1
Breakfast1
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8.7

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location - 2.01 kilometers from city center
Parking
FREE
Popular landmarks
Mitchell Park Zoo 830 m
Moses Mabhida Stadium 1.1 km
Big Rush Urban Adrenaline 1.2 km
Suncoast Casino 1.8 km
Umgeni River Bird Park 2.3 km
Durban Botanic Gardens 2.4 km
uShaka Wet 'n Wild 5.3 km
uShaka Marine World 5.5 km
The Valley of a 1000 Hills 25.1 km
Nearby landmarks
Elizabeth Gordon Gallery 250 m
Consulate of Belgium 300 m
SUTTON PARK 640 m
Consulate of Madagascar 640 m
Wilk's Park 690 m
The Playhouse Company 780 m
Windermere Shopping Centre 820 m
Mitchell Park Zoo 830 m
artSPACE durban 890 m
Society 890 m

The Saint James on Venice

100 Venice Road, Morningside, Durban, Kwazulu-Natal, Berea, Durban, South Africa, 4001 - 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 Berea 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. This 4-star property is packed with in-house facilities to improve the quality and joy of your stay.

Highlights

Hygiene Plus

910 meters to public transportation

Airport transfer

830 meters to Mitchell Park Zoo

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Facilities

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Luggage storage

Check-in/out [private]

Restaurants

Coffee shop

Laundry service

Safety deposit boxes

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Durban every 7 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money8.5
Distance to city center5 km
Location rating8.7
Nearest airportKing Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Distance to airport25.7 km

Rooms available at The Saint James on Venice

Luxury Deluxe
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 king bed
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Luxury Room
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  • Room size: 40 m²/431 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 king bed
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Superior Double and Twin Room
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  • Room size: 40 m²/431 ft²
  • Bathtub
  • 1 king bed or 2 single beds
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Deluxe King Room
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • 5 bathrooms
  • 1 king bed
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Superior Double Bed and 2 Bed Room
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  • Room size: 40 m²/431 ft²
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Deluxe Double Room
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  • Room size: 36 m²/388 ft²
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Bungalow
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    Single Economic
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      family room pool
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        Apartment 3 room
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          Frequently asked questions

          Does The Saint James on Venice offer laundry services?

          Yes! The Saint James on Venice offers laundry service at your grasp for whenever you need your favorite clothes clean and fresh all throughout your vacation. Please contact the property for more information.

          When was The Saint James on Venice built?

          The Saint James on Venice was built in 1892.

          What payment cards are supported at The Saint James on Venice?

          The Saint James on Venice supports up to 5, with payment card options including MasterCard, Visa, and American Express.

          What do verified guests love most about The Saint James on Venice?

          Past visitors that stayed at The Saint James on Venice have given this property a rating of 8.866 for its remarkable service as the major highlight for their stay.

          What is the typical rating that verified Families with young children have given to The Saint James on Venice?

          Past families with young children that have stayed at this property have given The Saint James on Venice an average rating of 8.0. You can look up more descriptive customer reviews and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

          What do local visitors think about The Saint James on Venice?

          Verified local travelers that have stayed at this property have given The Saint James on Venice an average rating of 9.7. You can look up on more comprehensive customer evaluations, and responses for this property down in the review section.

          What is the nearest train, metro, or bus station to The Saint James on Venice?

          The closest train, metro, or bus station is Sea View, 10077.37 m away from The Saint James on Venice.

          What famous natural sightseeing locations are close to The Saint James on Venice?

          The Saint James on Venice is located within Berea, which makes it effortlessly close to natural sights including uShaka Marine World.

          What is the closest airport to The Saint James on Venice?

          The closest airport to The Saint James on Venice is Margate Airport, 132.0 km away.

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          What people love about The Saint James on Venice

          • 8.8

            Excellent
            Cleanliness

            "Wonderful location and very clean."

            Le-Toya

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            January 4, 2022

          • 10

            Exceptional
            Location

            "I went down for one night visit with my friends and the location of The Saint James was perfect for Uber."

            Allan

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            May 2, 2023

          • 8.8

            Excellent
            Location

            "The location is also super convenient and a stone-throw away from many local Durban hotspots."

            Tracy

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            November 1, 2020

          Property ranking|Compared to 1,463 Durban properties
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          Service score
          8.9/10
          Value for money score
          8.5/10
          Cleanliness score
          8.6/10
          Room comfort score
          6.7/10
          Better than
          98
          %
          of Durban properties
          Better than
          97
          %
          of Durban properties
          Better than
          97
          %
          of Durban properties
          Better than
          97
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          Overall rating:

          8.5

          Excellent
          70 reviews
          Cleanliness
          8.6
          Facilities
          8.1
          Location
          8.7
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          More about The Saint James on Venice

          More about The Saint James on Venice

          The Saint James on Venice

          The Saint James on Venice is a smart choice for travelers to Durban, offering a relaxed and hassle-free stay.
          The range of services provided by The Saint James on Venice ensures all travelers get the most out of their stay. Post your pictures and answer your emails whenever you want, with the hotel's free Wi-Fi internet access. Parking is always available, provided by the hotel for their driving guests. While lodging at this wonderful hotel, the helpful staff at the front desk can assist you with multiple services that include luggage storage and safety deposit boxes.
          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 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.
          Guestrooms at The Saint James on Venice are fitted with all the amenities travelers need. The hotel provides 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 and instant coffee in some rooms.
          The Saint James on Venice also provides a hair dryer, toiletries and towels in bathrooms for select rooms.


          Dining and things to do

          Wake up bright and energetic in the mornings with a cup of good coffee offered at the cafe right at the hotel.


          Around the property

          Take some time to explore Durban. If you're a fan, you'll want to relive the greatest sporting moments of the local team at Moses Mabhida Stadium located 1.1 km away. Sit on the sand or sip a drink in leisure at Golden Mile located 3.3 km away.


          Reasons to stay here

          This hotel scores higher than 97% of the city's accommodations on value for money
          This hotel's food and dining score higher than 97% of accommodations in the city.
          This hotel stands out for its staff and service, scoring higher than 97% of the city's accommodation.

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          Amenities and facilities

          Excellent
          Facilities

          8.1

          Most talked about facilities

          Food & Dining

          5 mentions

          Breakfast

          3 mentions

          Beach

          1 mention

          Car Park

          1 mention

          Languages spoken
          • English
          • French
          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
          • On-site entertainment
          Cleanliness and safety
          • Anti-viral cleaning products
          • Body thermometer
          • 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
          • Hotel room service app
          • Hot water linen and laundry washing
          • 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
          • Coffee shop
          • Restaurants
          Services and conveniences
          • Air conditioning in public area
          • Contactless check-in/out
          • Daily housekeeping
          • Dry cleaning
          • Elevator
          • Facilities for disabled guests
          • Food delivery
          • Invoice provided
          • Ironing service
          • Laundry service
          • Luggage storage
          • Meeting/banquet facilities
          • Safety deposit boxes
          • Smoke-free property
          • Smoking area
          • Terrace
          • Xerox/fax in business center
          For the kids
          • Playground
          Land sports
          • Golf course (within 3 km)
          Access
          • Buzzer/wireless intercom
          • CCTV in common areas
          • CCTV outside property
          • Check-in/out [private]
          • Fire extinguisher
          • Non-smoking rooms
          • Pets allowed
          • Safety/security feature
          • Service animals are welcome
          • Smoke alarms
          • Soundproof rooms
          Getting around
          • Car park [free of charge]
          • Car park [on-site]
          Available in all rooms
          • Free bottled water
          • Hair dryer
          • Mirror
          • Toiletries
          • Towels

          Location

          100 Venice Road, Morningside, Durban, Kwazulu-Natal, Berea, Durban, South Africa, 4001
          Excellent
          Location

          8.7

          Airports
          • King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
            25.7 km
          • Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB)
            63.5 km
          Public transportation
          • Moses Mabhida
            910 m
          • Umgeni
            1.2 km
          Hospital or clinic
          • Ridge Road Clinic
            2.2 km
          Shopping
          • Victoria St Market
            3.5 km
          Convenience store
          • Sasol Delight
            2.3 km
          Cash withdrawal
          • ATM
            350 m

          What's nearby

          Popular landmarks
          • Mitchell Park Zoo
            830 m
          • Moses Mabhida Stadium
            1.1 km
          • Big Rush Urban Adrenaline
            1.2 km
          • Suncoast Casino
            1.8 km
          • Umgeni River Bird Park
            2.3 km
          • Durban Botanic Gardens
            2.4 km
          • uShaka Wet 'n Wild
            5.3 km
          • uShaka Marine World
            5.5 km
          • The Valley of a 1000 Hills
            25.1 km
          Nearby landmarks
          • Elizabeth Gordon Gallery
            250 m
          • Consulate of Belgium
            300 m
          • SUTTON PARK
            640 m
          • Consulate of Madagascar
            640 m
          • Wilk's Park
            690 m
          • The Playhouse Company
            780 m
          • Windermere Shopping Centre
            820 m
          • Mitchell Park Zoo
            830 m
          • artSPACE durban
            890 m
          • Society
            890 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.

          Infant 0-1 year(s)
          Stay for free if using existing bedding.
          Baby cot/crib available upon request
          Children 2-3 year(s)
          Stay for free if using existing bedding.
          If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
          Guests 4 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 until10:00
          • Reception open until21:30
          Getting around
          • Airport transfer fee350 ZAR
          • Distance from city center5 km
          • Travel time to airport (minutes)30
          Extras
          • Daily Internet/Wi-Fi fee0 ZAR
          The property
          • Non-smoking rooms/floorsno
          • Number of bars/lounges0
          • Number of floors2
          • Number of restaurants0
          • Number of rooms 15
          • Room voltage220
          • Year property opened1892
          • Most recent renovation2010
          Parking
          • Daily parking fee0 ZAR

          Reviews of The Saint James on Venice from real guests

          Provided by verified guests of Agoda
          8.5
          /
          10
          Cleanliness8.6
          Facilities8.1
          Location8.7
          Room comfort and quality6.7
          Service8.8
          Value for money8.5
          High score for Durban
          Rating
          9+ Exceptional (15)
          8-9 Excellent (6)
          7-8 Very Good (4)
          6-7 Good (1)
          <6 Below Expectation (5)
          Time of the year
          Mar - May (5)
          Jun - Aug (5)
          Sep - Nov (8)
          Dec - Feb (13)

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          10.0
          Exceptional
          Sandile from South Africa
          Solo traveler
          Superior Double and Twin Room
          Stayed 1 night in September 2022

          SK”

          Guests are greeted with a friendly face and a clean environment. Outstanding value for the money and the most comfortable bed imaginable.

          Reviewed December 12, 2022

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          10.0
          Exceptional
          Jaime from Namibia
          Family with teens
          Luxury Deluxe
          Stayed 1 night in March 2022

          Beautiful place, value for money”

          We loved the place. It's a beautiful old house with wooden floors and high ceiling. The rooms are very stylish and royally decorated. The resident monkeys paid a shy visit early morning and entertained us with their shenanigans. I would have loved at least a proper cup of coffee in the morning, but the restaurant is still closed. The staff was super welcoming and helpfull. Definitely value for money.

          Reviewed March 28, 2022

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          10.0
          Exceptional
          Lwanda from South Africa
          Couple
          Luxury Room
          Stayed 2 nights in February 2022

          Grateful ”

          We definitely enjoyed our stay,the levele of service was exceptional.Special thanks to Buhle our housekeeper.The place was exactly what we were looking for and we will always choose The Saint On Venice each time we decide to visit morningside.

          Reviewed February 11, 2022

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          10.0
          Exceptional
          Sandile from South Africa
          Solo traveler
          Superior Double and Twin Room
          Stayed 1 night in November 2022

          Sandile”

          Awesome hosts and great hospitality

          Reviewed December 12, 2022

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          9.6
          Exceptional
          Micaelyn from South Africa
          Couple
          Luxury Room
          Stayed 1 night in December 2021

          Exceptional”

          Lovely and quaint. Bathtub in our room was a plus!

          Reviewed October 20, 2022

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          10.0
          Exceptional
          Wendy from South Africa
          Couple
          Luxury Room
          Stayed 1 night in April 2022

          Exceptional”

          Nice hotel

          Reviewed November 29, 2022

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          8.8
          Excellent
          Le-Toya from South Africa
          Family with young children
          Luxury Deluxe
          Stayed 5 nights in December 2021

          Excellent”

          Wonderful location and very clean. The ladies who work there are amazing, very friendly and helpful. Will definitely be staying again.

          Reviewed January 04, 2022

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          8.8
          Excellent
          Tracy from South Africa
          Couple
          Superior Double and Twin Room
          Stayed 1 night in October 2020

          Excellent Value for Money”

          We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We were greeted by friendly staff and instantly felt at home. The rooms are cosy, with almost every amenity you could need. The location is also super convenient and a stone-throw away from many local Durban hotspots. We would definitely recommend this gem.

          Reviewed November 01, 2020

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          8.8
          Excellent
          Nokuphila from South Africa
          Couple
          Luxury Room
          Stayed 1 night in January 2022

          Excellent”

          Great service the stuff was absolutely welcoming, the room was beautiful loved it

          Reviewed January 16, 2022

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          7.6
          Very good
          Addy from South Africa
          Family with young children
          Luxury Room
          Stayed 3 nights in December 2021

          Home from home”

          Great staff and hospitality, however, May need to be upgraded and a deep clean on the carpets and also provide sufficient towels per room. They need to bring back breakfast for an even better review.

          Reviewed January 01, 2022

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          5.2
          Steve from South Africa
          Couple
          Luxury Room
          Stayed 2 nights in January 2022

          Tired”

          The first room we were allocated was next to the stairs, very noisy and too close to reception. The next room we were put in was next to the recreation/smoking area, so opening the outside door was not an option unless one enjoys second hand smoke and loud chatter. The aircon didn’t work, only blowing out warm air; the basin tap was loose; single ply toilet paper provided; and the carpets were dirty and felt sticky. This is definitely not a luxury boutique hotel as sold to us.

          Reviewed January 07, 2022

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          2.8
          burbles from South Africa
          Couple
          Luxury Room
          Stayed 2 nights in October 2020

          Don’t go ”

          Just save your self the drama And do not go.

          Reviewed October 24, 2020

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          9.2
          Exceptional
          Riaan from South Africa
          Business traveler
          Luxury Room
          Stayed 4 nights in September 2018

          Great spot”

          I really enjoyed my stay at St James on Venice. The only negative was that the shower door was broken, but as for the rest it was great.

          Reviewed October 05, 2018

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          9.0
          Exceptional
          Martha from South Africa
          Family with teens
          Stayed 5 nights in December 2015

          Very clean,friendly and helpfull staff. ”

          Good location,safe area and very quiet easily accessible to all areas of interest.Home made bread delicious and the breakfast.manager has time for her guests.safe parking

          Enjoyed my stay and all the people I was with young and old.do not worry if you do not know Durban the manager will tell you everything you want to know all places of interests ,dining places/restaurants to suit all the taste buds.We were driving but I saw the receptionist organizing a cab for one client.It is safe area especially for those who would want to have early morning /late walk or jog.

          Reviewed December 29, 2015

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          7.6
          Very good
          Jim from South Africa
          Couple
          Luxury Room
          Stayed 1 night in January 2019

          Good, bad and sad”

          Good: a very nice room, clean, a comfortable bed, decent shower/toilet, and tea/coffee-making facilities. Manager and staff were helpful and friendly. The building is a wonderful old colonial structure. The location is convenient, yet quiet. Bad: I can find no indication on Agoda that the establishment is now halaal: no bar facilities, no wine, no standard breakfast. I have no problem with this, but it should be disclosed on the booking site. Sad: A hotelier once told me that owning a hotel is a great tax dodge, but that you'll see the signs when an owner is not a true hotelier: poor maintenance, inattention to detail, etc. He said too that a hotel that is not constantly trying to improve deteriorates. I knew the St James well and the signs are there: a bare light bulb on the staircase, dead bulbs in the reception chandelier, a rusty newsstand on the patio, wires hanging out of the room safe, cheap adapters. And the breakfast was heavy and greasy despite being pork-free.

          Reviewed January 18, 2019

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          9.7
          Exceptional
          EVELYN from South Africa
          Couple
          Stayed 1 night in April 2012

          Quaint with "Old World Charm"”

          Attention to detail

          The Hotel is quite central and easy to get to. lots of restaurants and coffee shops near by. You do need a car, plenty of parking with security.The staff are very friendly and helpful.The hotel has "old world charm" with a colonial feel.The room we had didn't have a separate bathroom, it was part of the bedroom although the toilet did have a door on it.Also nice touches like fresh flowers and bedtime chocolate.

          Reviewed May 02, 2012

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          4.7
          Brenda from Australia
          Couple
          Stayed 3 nights in December 2012

          Nice hotel”

          Clean rooms, comfortable beds

          My husband and I recently stayed at the St James on Venice. Our room was lovely and big and the bathroom was part of the room in the open, which is okay if your not worried about who you are sharing the room with. The bed was very comfortable and big. The staff are in need of some hospitality training particularly in the dining and kitchen areas. We stayed 3 nights which included breakfast but the breakfasts are terrible.

          Reviewed December 19, 2012

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          9.7
          Exceptional
          Emma from South Africa
          Couple
          Stayed 2 nights in August 2012

          Lovely, Quiet, perfect place to Stay in Durban”

          lovely rooms, delicious breakfast, helpful staff

          Lovely serene place to stay, close to beach and shops and restaurants. The rooms are spacious and beautifully done. Would be nice if there was a bath in the room and not just a shower. The staff are friendly and willing to assist with booking reservations etc. Would definitely book there again.

          Reviewed September 05, 2012

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          8.8
          Excellent
          Mehmood from South Africa
          Couple
          Luxury Room
          Stayed 1 night in January 2019

          Excellent”

          Room very clean.Staff friendly and helpful. Also conveniently situated. Restaurant, staff handled food without gloves and head not covered, a put off. Kindly ensure that all staff in restaurant adhere to the general requirements wrt to handling of food.

          Reviewed January 25, 2019

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          8.0
          Excellent
          Phatsimo from South Africa
          Couple
          Luxury Room
          Stayed 1 night in September 2018

          Very good”

          U know that filling when you not sure what to expect @ the reception area...?? Wow wow i found this Man there he's doing the good job.. He's kind helpful keep up the good job 😗Mmmmh the room i sleeped like a baby .. The food super... Clean i really enjoyed my stay....

          Reviewed October 01, 2018

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          Thank you for the Great review

          Responded January 09, 2019
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