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A modern hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area with striped sofas, a potted plant, and a vase with flowers.
A hotel with a prominent sign reading "Road Lodge by City Lodge Hotels".
A living room with striped sofas, a wooden coffee table, a potted plant, and a framed picture on the wall.
An outdoor pool area with a covered patio, seating, and a view of the cityscape.

1. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
Pietermaritzburg
United States
John
AU$77
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
A modern hotel lobby with a round glass table, a large floral centerpiece, and a seating area with chairs.
A modern living room with a plush ottoman, a wooden side table with a vase of flowers, a patterned armchair, and a mirror on the wall.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden side table, and a large window with curtains.

2. Golden Horse Hotel

Golden Horse Hotel
Scottsville
United Kingdom
CATHRINE Terry
AU$117
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Golden Horse Hotel
Property entrance
Room
Terrace/patio
Property entrance

3. Ilawu Lodge

Ilawu Lodge
Pietermaritzburg
South Africa
Anonymous traveller
AU$75
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Ilawu Lodge
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a painting on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, a window with curtains, and a ceiling fan.
A bathroom with a white sink, a faucet, and a soap dispenser.
A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, and a window with a geometric pattern.

4. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

J & J Paradise Guesthouse
Scottsville
AU$32
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
J & J Paradise Guesthouse
A two-story brick house with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with an arch, and a small garden with a stone fountain.
A wooden archway leading into a room with a bench, a table with a plant, and a staircase in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window.
A brick house with a pool, patio, and outdoor seating area.

5. The Sleeping Bao B&B

The Sleeping Bao B&B
Pietermaritzburg
South Africa
Shaun
AU$92
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
The Sleeping Bao B&B
A covered corridor with a tiled floor, a white railing, and a brick wall on one side.
A dining room with a long table, chairs, a chandelier, an air conditioner, and a television.
A birdbath with a rustic design, surrounded by a grassy area and various plants.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside lamp, a mirror, and a wall decoration.

6. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 3

Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 3
Pietermaritzburg
AU$43
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 3
An open doorway leading to a room with a table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.
A bright room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table with magazines, and a wicker chair.
Living area
A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a bedside table, and a view of greenery outside.

7. Lexden Guesthouse

Lexden Guesthouse
Pietermaritzburg
United Kingdom
Alistair
AU$205
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Lexden Guesthouse
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by a patio area with outdoor seating and a covered section.
A covered outdoor seating area with a planter of blue flowers, a brick pathway, and a yellow building with large windows.
A brick pathway leading to a house with a garden and a clear blue sky.
A building with a reception area, stone facade, and large windows.

8. Madlula's Guesthouse

Madlula's Guesthouse
Scottsville
United Kingdom
Alan
AU$109
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Madlula's Guesthouse
A garden pathway with various plants and a clear sky.
Two remote controls on a wooden surface with a potted succulent in the background.
A neatly made bed with white linens and a dark-colored headboard.
A covered outdoor seating area with chairs and potted plants.

9. Ekhaya Lodge

Ekhaya Lodge
Pietermaritzburg
United States
Mandisa
AU$65
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Ekhaya Lodge
A building with a white exterior, a glass door, and a small garden area with various plants.
Dining
Exterior
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

10. Alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 5

Alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 5
Pietermaritzburg
AU$43
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 5
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Frequently asked questions

What should a history buff expect from a stay in Pietermaritzburg?
The historical places in Pietermaritzburg are likely a big part of your travel plans. You can also discover all there is to see and do including the casinos and gardens.
How many historical hotels are located in Pietermaritzburg?
In Pietermaritzburg, there are 59 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the most important historical sites and other places to visit in Pietermaritzburg?
Landmarks like The Old Prison and Macrorie House Museum in Pietermaritzburg might be worth a visit. The picturesque setting of National Botanical Gardens and Queen Elizabeth Park exemplify the area's natural beauty. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Pietermaritzburg City Hall and Msunduzi Museum.
What is a historic hotel like in Pietermaritzburg?
When you book a historic hotel, you'll spend a night or two in a place that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it's a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Pietermaritzburg, bringing the history to life.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally what's most important. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value along with how it influenced the community.
Do historic hotels in Pietermaritzburg have modern facilities?
Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you've come to expect, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Pietermaritzburg, don't worry that you'll find a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.

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