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Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

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20 NQUTU ROAD, Hillcrest, KwaZulu-Natal, 3610
  • Popular LocationCamelot Golf Club and Estate19 min walk
  • Popular LocationShongweni Farmers Market3 min drive
  • Popular LocationKearsney College4 min drive
  • AirportDurban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)53 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Studio Suite

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Fan
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Fan
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Fan
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Hillcrest

At The Brackens Guest House you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Camelot Golf Club and Estate and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Shongweni Farmers Market. Highlights at this B&B include a complimentary breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities and dry cleaning/laundry services. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Hillcrest B&B include uShaka Marine World and Durban Beach.

What's nearby

  • Camelot Golf Club and Estate - 19 min walk
  • Shongweni Farmers Market - 3 min drive
  • Kearsney College - 4 min drive
  • St. Mary's Diocesan School for Girls - 10 min drive
  • Krantzkloof Nature Reserve - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stretta Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Breve - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Thyme Square Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪San Giuseppe Pizzeria E Trattoria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mozambik Hillcrest - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Brackens Guest House

Comfortable bed & breakfast with free breakfast and outdoor pool
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at The Brackens Guest House. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Hillcrest bed & breakfast.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Brackens Guest House offers 7 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and free toiletries. Satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. This Hillcrest bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

The Brackens Hillcrest
The Brackens Guest House Hillcrest
The Brackens Guest House Bed & breakfast
The Brackens Guest House Bed & breakfast Hillcrest

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Brackens Guest House?

Yep, The Brackens Guest House has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Brackens Guest House?

The closest beach to The Brackens Guest House is Durban Beach (26.8 km).

Does The Brackens Guest House have a pool?

The Brackens Guest House has an outdoor pool.

Does The Brackens Guest House serve breakfast?

Sure does, free English brekkie is available daily between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Brackens Guest House?

No, The Brackens Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Brackens Guest House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Brackens Guest House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Brackens Guest House?

There isn't one on site, but Camelot Golf Club and Estate is a short 19-minute walk away.

The Brackens Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just a little bit below average .. but was fine ..
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Good
It was great. Thank you. Very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Alan

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Michele

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Immaculate accommodation. Fantastic staff. Absolutely delicious breakfast. A wonderful stay and the friendliest and most welcoming staff. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Rory

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
A very basic but sufficient establishment suitable for an overnighter. Breakfast good and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

ALAN

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, clean rooms and a great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019