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Wensleydale Guest Lodge

4.0 star property
Upscale guesthouse in Pietermaritzburg with free parking

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Suite (Summer) | Terrace/patio
Reception
Suite (Summer) | Living area
Family Suite | Bathroom
Exterior
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

Explore the area

Map
236 Woodhouse Road, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, 3201
  • Popular LocationScottsville Racecourse5 min drive
  • Popular LocationGolden Horse Casino6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPietermaritzburg City Hall6 min drive
  • AirportDurban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)79 min drive

Room options

Suite (Summer)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Luxury Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Room (Cosy Overnighters)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

Honeymoon Suite, Non Smoking (1)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Suite, Garden View (Poolside)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Business Room (2)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Double Bed, Garden View, Garden Area

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Pietermaritzburg

At Wensleydale Guest Lodge you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Comrades Marathon House and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Scottsville Racecourse. Highlights at this guest house include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, barbecues and express check-out. English breakfast is available on weekdays. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Pietermaritzburg guest house, you'll be 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Golden Horse Casino and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Msunduzi Museum.

What's nearby

  • Comrades Marathon House - 5 min drive
  • Scottsville Racecourse - 5 min drive
  • Golden Horse Casino - 6 min drive
  • Pietermaritzburg City Hall - 6 min drive
  • Msunduzi Museum - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Nando's - 6 min drive
  • Jimmy's Killer Fish & Chips - 5 min drive
  • Checkers - 6 min drive
  • KFC - 5 min drive
  • Steers - 5 min drive

About this property

Wensleydale Guest Lodge

Upscale guesthouse in Pietermaritzburg with free parking
As a guest of Wensleydale Guest Lodge, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. Wensleydale Guest Lodge also features a garden, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Pietermaritzburg guest house.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Wensleydale Guest Lodge offers 8 accommodations with an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Rooms open to furnished patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Accommodation at this 4-star guest house has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 36-inch plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekday English breakfast available for a fee: ZAR 135 per person

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 36-inch plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

Outdoor space

  • Furnished patio

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 150
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately ZAR 135 per person
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 150 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Air conditioning is not provided
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. Air conditioning is not provided. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes window guards in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at Wensleydale Guest Lodge.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Wensleydale Guest Lodge?

Yep, Wensleydale Guest Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Wensleydale Guest Lodge?

As of 16 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wensleydale Guest Lodge on 18 May 2024 start from AU$53.13, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Wensleydale Guest Lodge?

The closest beach to Wensleydale Guest Lodge is Craigie Burn Dam (49.9 km).

Does Wensleydale Guest Lodge have a pool?

Wensleydale Guest Lodge has an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Wensleydale Guest Lodge?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Wensleydale Guest Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, English brekkie is on offer on weekdays.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Wensleydale Guest Lodge?

No, Wensleydale Guest Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Wensleydale Guest Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Wensleydale Guest Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ayesha

Business traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good Stay
Very comfortable stay and had a lovely room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Godfrey Sikhumbuzo

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Siyanda

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Geoff

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Idowu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like Natural environment Dislike None
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian sihlesenkosi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place and very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Sanele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

sae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
comfortable but Noisy location with trucks etc
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021