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Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering

3.0 star property
Travelers can indulge in local cuisine at 20 on-site restaurants before relaxing poolside or exploring the city with family from this peaceful retreat

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Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering is near the city center but offers a quiet getaway. Enjoy a complimentary English breakfast, manager's reception, and 20 on-site restaurants. Relax in the outdoor or children's pool. Visitors praise the hospitable atmosphere.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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The Red Bishop | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Red Bishop

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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The Black Eagle | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Black Eagle

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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The Weavers Nest | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Weavers Nest

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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The Papaya Rest Unit | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Papaya Rest Unit

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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The Rockpool Suite | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

The Rockpool Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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The Savannah Room | Living room | Flat-screen TV

The Savannah Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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The Khoi Falls Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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The King Fisher Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The King Fisher Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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The Sparrow Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Sparrow Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 3 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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The Hadeda Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Hadeda Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 3 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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The Loerie | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Loerie

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Pietermaritzburg is home to Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering. Epic Karting and Howick Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit National Botanical Gardens and Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve.
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11 Dennis Road, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, 3201

What's nearby

  • Comrades Marathon House - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Epic Karting - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Golden Horse Casino - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Pietermaritzburg City Hall - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Phezulu Safari Park - 27 min drive - 27.2 miles

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪John Dory’s - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sprytz lounge - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering

Luxury family-friendly bed & breakfast
Consider a stay at Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering and take advantage of free English breakfast, a free manager's reception, and a terrace. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 20 on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with 20 coffee shops/cafes and a garden.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Meeting rooms, a reception hall, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering boast thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours at scheduled times and on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • 20 coffee shops/cafes
  • 20 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Built in 2011
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: ZAR 150.00
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 150.00

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room; children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: ZAR 50 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 550.00 per person (one way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 250.00 (from 5 to 18 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: ZAR 150.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 150.00 (subject to availability)
  • In-room safe fee: ZAR 250.00 per stay

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
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
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of ZAR 150.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for ZAR 150.00 (subject to availability).

Does Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 550.00 per person applies.

Where is Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering located?

This family-friendly Pietermaritzburg bed & breakfast is within 3 mi (5 km) of Epic Karting, Scottsville Racecourse, and Golden Horse Casino. Comrades Marathon House is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

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Reviews

Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rufaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and family-friendly environment
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siyathokoza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb Stay

I loved the modern decor of the suite. The suite was clean and neat, the bed was super comfortable. The main bathroom was specious. The view of the pool was rejuvenating. The staff was friendly and helpful. I will definitely call again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful, very comfortable stay in a quiet, easily accessible location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dipuo T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Humble surprise for a vegan

As a vegan I normally bring my own food due to most BnB's not catering for vegans. To my surprise when I was asked what I was going to have, I told the friendly lady that I was ok because I was vegan, she quickly prepared a vegan meal for me!!! This place goes an extra mile for guests!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Thembi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable

Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

realdees

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2nd great stay.

This was our second stay in a matter of weeks as we needed a low cost place to sleep in PZB. This time we were assigned the ‘Kingfisher’ room which is nice, but the ‘Sparrow’ was much nicer. The shower in Kingfisher was in need of renovation as the tiles were misaligned and the shower head was not the modern rain style which we experienced in Sparrow. During our stay unfortunately there was a major thunderstorm and all power in the area was out for 4 hours, but each room had a decent battery torch. The breakfast was lovely and we would always recommend this place as the pool is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

realdees

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simply amazing!!

It’s hard to find words for such a grand location. From the moment we reached during our single night until the moment we left the service was outstanding. The room was spotless and the Wi-fi worked as promised. The pool was clean and the deck area had plenty of free chairs and free pool towels. If you do visit them, bring your drinks with you as they don’t have a bar but your room has a large bar fridge.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great host, clean rooms, delicious breakfast

Had an enjoyable stay. Clean rooms, lovely breakfast and great host. Will consider staying here again if I need to stay in the area.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Overnight stay in PMB

I enjoyed my stay here - exceedingly friendly staff and an excellent breakfast, no noise when in the room so very peaceful. However one major critisism would be the fact that the hot water in the showers seem to be on a timer, and you completely lose any heat after about 4 minutes. This may be due to water shortages, but a warning would have been appreciated. That one factor probably means I will not be returning. Although it could be just because a good shower is very important to me.

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Botswana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceeded our Expectations

We arrived at Matt's Rest after several very hectic days of work for a place to rest before traveling back to our home. The B & B exceeded our expectations. The rooms were very clean, the beds exceptionally comfortable. The staff were very friendly, accommodating, and helpful. The breakfast was very pleasing. Overall the B & B is in a quiet neighborhood with no distractions or noise. We will definitely consider staying here the next time we are in this part of South Africa.

8/10 Good

Simangaliso, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely place to relax and rewind

Very nice place to be!!!

8/10 Good

Dixon

Liked: Staff & service
shower was only thing not working properly

10/10 Excellent

Anne, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommendable Matts Rest BB

We stayed over for two days. Matts Rest B&B really exceeded my expectations. More than value for money. We enjoyed good, healthy, superbly prepared breakfasts made from good quality products. Hospitality was excellent! We came away feeling that we had paid too little for our stay as the level of service and food was much better than what we had experienced at way more expensive establishments

10/10 Excellent

Dewald

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sindi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

silindile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort