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Sicas Guest House
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8.2

Excellent

24 reviews

24 reviews

Housekeeping4
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7.4

Very good

Location rating score

Very good location - 2.93 kilometers from city center
Parking
FREE
Popular landmarks
Durban Botanic Gardens 2.4 km
Mitchell Park Zoo 4.3 km
Suncoast Casino 5.3 km
Big Rush Urban Adrenaline 5.3 km
Moses Mabhida Stadium 5.5 km
uShaka Wet 'n Wild 6.2 km
uShaka Marine World 6.3 km
Umgeni River Bird Park 7.0 km
The Valley of a 1000 Hills 22.6 km
Nearby landmarks
Westridge Park Tennis Stadium 340 m
Entabeni Hospital 450 m
Grenick Park 790 m
St Augustine's Hospital 800 m
Meyrick Park 860 m
Alan Paton Park 890 m
Consulate of Denmark 990 m
Ahmed Al-Kadi Private Hospital 1.1 km
Oakleigh Park 1.1 km
Pigeon Valley 1.3 km

Sicas Guest House

19 Owen Avenue, Berea, Durban, South Africa, 4091 - 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. 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. Rated with 4 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to restaurant, indoor pool and outdoor pool on-site.

Highlights

Airport transfer

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Breakfast [free]

Air conditioning

Daily housekeeping

This property has self-selected and self-certified the following hygiene measures.Learn more
Safety Features
Staff trained in safety protocol
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Preventative Equipment
Hand sanitizer
Free face masks
Sterilizing equipment
Health and Medical
First aid kit
Doctor/nurse on call
Facilities

Airport transfer

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

BBQ facilities

Swimming pool [indoor]

Tennis court

Luggage storage

Breakfast [free]

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Durban every 5 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money8.6
Distance to city center5.0Km
Location rating7.4
Nearest airportKing Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Distance to airport30.0 km

Rooms available at Sicas Guest House

Standard Double or Twin
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 2 single beds and 1 double ...
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Single
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 double bed
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Apartment
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  • Room size: 70 m²/753 ft²
  • 2 bathrooms
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Double Room
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  • Room size: 40 m²/431 ft²
  • Outdoor view
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Double Room
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  • Room size: 40 m²/431 ft²
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Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
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    Room Assigned on Arrival
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      Frequently asked questions

      What time is check-in and check-out at Sicas Guest House?

      Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee. The hotel offers luggage storage to guests for before check-in and after check-out.

      How do I get to Sicas Guest House?

      Sicas Guest House is easy to access from the airport. In fact, you can even book your airport transfer in advance for greater peace of mind with the additional charge of 375 ZAR. Just use the "Let us know what you need" section of the booking page to let the hotel know you want a ride, and they will contact you via the Agoda messaging service. For those who wish to drive their own cars, Sicas Guest House has a car park available for guests. Parking is free for guests. Self-parking is conveniently available at the hotel. If you're looking for an easy way to get around Durban with private transportation, the hotel can arrange car rental for you.

      Is breakfast offered at Sicas Guest House?

      Start your mornings right, with the à la carte, continental and buffet breakfast options offered at Sicas Guest House.

      What are my dining options at Sicas Guest House?

      Sicas Guest House features an on-site restaurant for your dining convenience. Meals served include breakfast, dinner and lunch. Dishes are served in a la carte during opening hours. Light meal like coffee or tea and desserts are served using only quality ingredients.

      Can special events be hosted at Sicas Guest House?

      You may choose an outdoor venue for your special gathering. Large events and gatherings such as weddings can be hosted at Sicas Guest House. Small or intimate events like honeymoons can also be accomodated. Services for in-house catering, wireless internet, in-house planning, event decoration and audio-visual equipment are offered to help your event go smoothly.

      Can business events be hosted at Sicas Guest House?

      On-site venues and convenient event services make Sicas Guest House an ideal choice for hosting events such as corporate events and meetings. An extensive range of facilities and services including projector or LED display, free Wi-Fi and meeting stationery is available to help your business meeting or event a successful one.

      What is the smoking policy at Sicas Guest House?

      Sicas Guest House does not permit smoking in any of its rooms or indoor areas.

      What is the closest train, metro, or bus station to Sicas Guest House?

      Dalbridge is the closest train, metro, or bus station, about 2.8 km away from Sicas Guest House.

      What restaurants are nearby Sicas Guest House?

      Restaurants including Vapor Cafe, Circus Circus and Antique Cafe are popular in Sicas Guest House’s neighborhood which is known as Berea.

      What popular shopping places are close to Sicas Guest House?

      Located in the Berea area, Sicas Guest House is close to great shopping choices like Markets of Warwick Tour and Artisan Contemporary Gallery.

      What are popular attractions near Sicas Guest House?

      Guests at Sicas Guest House can easily visit Durban Botanic Gardens, Mitchell Park Zoo and Phansi Museum located in the Berea area.

      What popular natural sightseeing spots are close to Sicas Guest House?

      Sicas Guest House is located in the Berea area, which is famous for natural sightseeing destinations such as Pigeon Valley and Durban Botanical Gardens.

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      What people love about Sicas Guest House

      • 10

        Exceptional
        Spaciousness

        "The rooms are spacious, clean and have everything you need."

        Kenneth

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        October 16, 2020

      • 9.6

        Exceptional
        Cleanliness

        "Beautiful grounds, super clean and BIG bedrooms."

        Amanda

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        February 1, 2020

      • 10

        Exceptional

        "This place was exceptionally beautiful, tranquil and overall peaceful."

        Nzuzo

        |

        July 27, 2022

      Property ranking|Compared to 1,368 Durban properties
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      Value for money score
      8.6/10
      Cheapest price score
      Service score
      8.2/10
      Cleanliness score
      8.4/10
      Better than
      97
      %
      of Durban properties
      Better than
      97
      %
      of Durban properties
      Better than
      95
      %
      of Durban properties
      Better than
      95
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      of Durban properties
      Overall rating:

      8.2

      Excellent
      24 reviews
      Cleanliness
      8.4
      Facilities
      8.0
      Location
      7.4
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      More about Sicas Guest House

      More about Sicas Guest House

      Sicas Guest House

      Getting in and around Durban is a breeze when staying at Sicas Guest House, located just minutes away from the city center.
      Every effort is made to make guests feel comfortable by providing the best in services and amenities. 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. Car hire services provided by the hotel make exploring Durban even more convenient.
      Guests can enjoy free 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 Sicas Guest House thanks to the hotel's 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. For the comfort and health of all guests, smoking is not permitted anywhere within the hotel.
      Designed for comfort, all guestrooms offer a range of amenities to ensure a restful night. For your comfort, some rooms at the hotel are equipped with air conditioning. Some rooms at Sicas Guest House 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 coffee or tea maker at your disposal. It's good to know that bathroom amenities including a hair dryer are provided in some of the guest bathrooms.


      Dining and things to do

      Every morning you can wake up to a delicious free breakfast at Sicas Guest House. A variety of convenient and tasty dining options are waiting for you at the hotel, for whenever you get hungry. A memorable night with your travel companions can be had without going far, at the hotel's bar. Do you prefer to cook your own meals? Then you'll love the in-house BBQ facilities.
      Hotel's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. Spend some time relaxing at the hotel's pool. Engage in some easy evening fun with other guests with the hotel's tennis court. Get social at the hotel's shared lounge and TV area, where you can meet other guests.


      Around the property

      Sicas Guest House is the perfect spot to explore Durban's fascinating cultural sights and attractions. Get fanatical about the local sports team at Moses Mabhida Stadium located 5.5 km away, where you can also find team merchandise and memorabilia. Enjoy the simple pleasures of an oceanside getaway, with Golden Mile located 5.3 km away, where you can turn a good day into a great one with a sea view.


      Reasons to stay here

      Find some of the city's best deals here with rooms 95% cheaper than other options.
      Get more than you bargain for here, which scores value for money higher than 97% of the city's accommodation.
      Guests who stayed here really appreciated the room comfort, scoring it higher than 96% of accommodations in the city.

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      Amenities and facilities

      Excellent
      Facilities

      8

      Languages spoken
      • English
      • Dutch
      Internet access
      • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
      • Internet
      • Wi-Fi in public areas
      Things to do, ways to relax
      • Garden
      • Swimming pool [indoor]
      • Swimming pool [outdoor]
      • Tennis court
      • 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
      • 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
      • Professional-grade sanitizing services
      • 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
      • Bar
      • BBQ facilities
      • Breakfast [buffet]
      • Breakfast [continental]
      • Breakfast [free]
      • Breakfast service
      • Restaurants
      • Room service
      Services and conveniences
      • Air conditioning in public area
      • Chapel
      • Concierge
      • Daily housekeeping
      • Elevator
      • Food delivery
      • Invoice provided
      • Ironing service
      • Laundry service
      • Luggage storage
      • Meeting/banquet facilities
      • Safety deposit boxes
      • Shrine
      • Smoke-free property
      • Smoking area
      For the kids
      • Family room
      Access
      • CCTV in common areas
      • CCTV outside property
      • Fire extinguisher
      • Non-smoking rooms
      • Pets allowed
      • Security [24-hour]
      • Smoke alarms
      Getting around
      • Airport transfer
      • Car park [free of charge]
      • Rental car
      Available in all rooms
      • Air conditioning
      • Balcony/terrace
      • Coffee/tea maker
      • Desk
      • Free bottled water
      • Hair dryer
      • In-room safe box
      • Internet access – wireless
      • Non-smoking
      • Satellite/cable channels
      • Wi-Fi [charges apply]

      Location

      19 Owen Avenue, Berea, Durban, South Africa, 4091
      Very good
      Location

      7.4

      Airports
      • King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
        30.0 km
      • Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB)
        61.3 km
      Public transportation
      • Dalbridge
        2.8 km
      • Congella
        3.1 km
      Hospital or clinic
      • Entabeni Hospital
        450 m
      Shopping
      • Victoria St Market
        3.1 km
      Convenience store
      • Pick n Pay Express
        2.0 km
      Cash withdrawal
      • ATM
        110 m

      What's nearby

      Popular landmarks
      • Durban Botanic Gardens
        2.4 km
      • Mitchell Park Zoo
        4.3 km
      • Suncoast Casino
        5.3 km
      • Big Rush Urban Adrenaline
        5.3 km
      • Moses Mabhida Stadium
        5.5 km
      • uShaka Wet 'n Wild
        6.2 km
      • uShaka Marine World
        6.3 km
      • Umgeni River Bird Park
        7.0 km
      • The Valley of a 1000 Hills
        22.6 km
      Nearby landmarks
      • Westridge Park Tennis Stadium
        340 m
      • Entabeni Hospital
        450 m
      • Grenick Park
        790 m
      • St Augustine's Hospital
        800 m
      • Meyrick Park
        860 m
      • Alan Paton Park
        890 m
      • Consulate of Denmark
        990 m
      • Ahmed Al-Kadi Private Hospital
        1.1 km
      • Oakleigh Park
        1.1 km
      • Pigeon Valley
        1.3 km
      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 0-3 year(s)
      Stay for free if using existing bedding.
      Baby cot/crib may be requested directly from the property.
      Children 4-5 year(s)
      Must use an extra bed
      If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
      Guests 6 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-in until22:30
      • Check-out from06:00
      • Check-out until11:00
      • Reception open until23:30
      Getting around
      • Airport transfer fee375 ZAR
      • Distance from city center5.0Km
      • Travel time to airport (minutes)40
      The property
      • Non-smoking rooms/floorsyes
      • Number of bars/lounges1
      • Number of floors2
      • Number of restaurants1
      • Number of rooms 46
      • Room voltage220
      • Year property opened1998
      • Most recent renovation2007

      Reviews of Sicas Guest House from real guests

      Provided by verified guests of Agoda
      8.2
      /
      10
      Excellent
      Cleanliness8.4
      Facilities8.0
      Location7.4
      Service8.2
      Value for money8.6
      High score for Durban
      Rating
      9+ Exceptional (5)
      8-9 Excellent (0)
      7-8 Very Good (1)
      6-7 Good (1)
      <6 Below Expectation (3)
      Time of the year
      Mar - May (2)
      Jun - Aug (1)
      Sep - Nov (3)
      Dec - Feb (4)
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      4.0
      Sandile from South Africa
      Solo traveler
      Standard Double or Twin
      Stayed 1 night in March 2022

      SK”

      Not worth the price. Below average.

      Reviewed December 12, 2022

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Nzuzo from South Africa
      Solo traveler
      Standard Double or Twin
      Stayed 1 night in July 2022

      Beautiful place ”

      This place was exceptionally beautiful, tranquil and overall peaceful. Loved the ‘Motel’ look of it and the interior design, highly recommend, definitely would come back :)

      Reviewed July 27, 2022

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      6.8
      Good
      Chime from South Africa
      Solo traveler
      Standard Double or Twin
      Stayed 2 nights in December 2021

      Good”

      Clean and we'll suited lodgings, but facilities are quite antiquated, even though it's priced as much as more modern accommodations. Overall, I'd say 5.5/10

      Reviewed January 06, 2022

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      9.2
      Exceptional
      Nthateng from South Africa
      Group
      Standard Double or Twin
      Stayed 2 nights in December 2021

      Exceptional”

      Perfect

      Reviewed December 21, 2021

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Kenneth from South Africa
      Solo traveler
      Standard Double or Twin
      Stayed 1 night in October 2020

      Overnight stay at Sica's Guesthouse”

      Very nice guesthouse and friendly staff. The rooms are spacious, clean and have everything you need.

      Reviewed October 16, 2020

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      9.2
      Exceptional
      Elzane from South Africa
      Couple
      Standard Double or Twin
      Stayed 4 nights in October 2020

      Great for tennis players”

      Its close to Westridge Park Tennis club. Lovely place to stay with a tennis court and swimming pool and the friendliest staff always willing to help. Would definitely recommend

      Reviewed October 13, 2020

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      7.6
      Very good
      Robert from South Africa
      Business traveler
      Standard Double or Twin
      Stayed 3 nights in September 2020

      Travelling in COVID-19”

      Considering the limitations association to hotels and restaurants I found the accommodating to be good and clean and the staff were very accommodating.

      Reviewed September 09, 2020

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      Thank you for choosing Sicas. Difficult times during Covid, butbour main focus was to keep everyone safe. Apologies for the limited facilities. we have opened most of them now.

      Responded September 23, 2020
      Sicas Guest House
      9.6
      Exceptional
      Amanda from South Africa
      Business traveler
      Double Room
      Stayed 2 nights in January 2020

      Exceptional”

      Sica Guest House in Berea is highly recommended. Beautiful grounds, super clean and BIG bedrooms. Divine breakfasts and dinners. Staff are friendly and helpful. This is my new best place to stay in Durban when i come from Cape Town for business.

      Reviewed February 01, 2020

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      5.6
      Zamile from South Africa
      Business traveler
      Standard Double or Twin
      Stayed 1 night in May 2019

      Above average”

      Good place tucked away and okay for a pass over stay.

      Reviewed August 26, 2019

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      2.8
      Phoebe from South Africa
      Couple
      Standard Double or Twin
      Stayed 1 night in December 2018

      Didn’t like the rooms”

      The rooms were smelling of damp. Had to request change of room. The carpets should be removed. Put some fragrant oils in the rooms. No freshness at all

      Reviewed January 08, 2019

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