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Bayside Lodge

3.0 star property
Hotel in Pietermaritzburg with a 24-hour front desk

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Luxury Room | Private kitchenette | Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Luxury Room | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Coffee shop
Reception
Self parking (ZAR 50 per night)
Bayside Lodge, in the business district, offers a convenient base and a relaxing escape. Unwind at the indoor or outdoor pool after a busy day. Stay connected with room WiFi, and enjoy 24/7 assistance from multilingual staff.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Sep 29 - Sep 30
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Tomorrow

Sep 30 - Oct 1
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Luxury Room | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Luxury Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Frette Italian linens
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Luxury Room with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Frette Italian linens
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
157 West St, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, 3201

What's nearby

  • The Old Prison - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Pietermaritzburg City Hall - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Comrades Marathon House - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Golden Horse Casino - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Scottsville Racecourse - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tandoor - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Essence Deli Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Dulce Café - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Bayside Lodge

Hotel in the business district
Bayside Lodge provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Outdoor pool access nearby
  • Self parking (surcharge), access to a nearby indoor pool, and a front-desk safe
  • A 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Frette Italian sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, and mini fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Self parking on site (ZAR 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: ZAR 50 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Bayside Lodge Hotel
Bayside Lodge Pietermaritzburg
Bayside Lodge Hotel Pietermaritzburg

Frequently asked questions

Does Bayside Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

Is Bayside Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Bayside Lodge?

Self parking is available for ZAR 50 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Bayside Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Bayside Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Bayside Lodge located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Macrorie House Museum and The Old Prison. Statue of Gandhi and Tatham Art Gallery are also within 15 minutes.

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