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The Sleeping Bao B&B

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A two-story brick house with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with an arch, and a small garden with a stone fountain. - The Sleeping Bao B&B (Pietermaritzburg)
A cozy living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There are bookshelves and a clock on the wall. - The Sleeping Bao B&B (Pietermaritzburg)
A wooden archway leading into a room with a bench, a table with a plant, and a staircase in the background. - The Sleeping Bao B&B (Pietermaritzburg)
A brick house with a pool, patio, and outdoor seating area. - The Sleeping Bao B&B (Pietermaritzburg)
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window. - The Sleeping Bao B&B (Pietermaritzburg)
Located close to National Botanical Gardens and Tatham Art Gallery, The Sleeping Bao B&B provides free English breakfast, a garden, and an arcade/game room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and conference space.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 Double Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Pietermaritzburg, The Sleeping Bao B&B is in the city center and near the airport. Epic Karting and Howick Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Queen Elizabeth Park. Don't miss out on a visit to National Botanical Gardens. Visit our Pietermaritzburg travel guide
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139 Howick Road Wembley, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, 3201

What's nearby

  • Pietermaritzburg City Hall
    5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • The Old Prison
    5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • KwaZuluNatal Museum
    5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Msunduzi Museum
    6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Pietermaritzburg Oval
    6 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sagewood Cafe
    3 min drive
  • Burger King
    6 min drive
  • Essence Deli Cafe
    3 min drive
  • Pine Ridge Spur Steak Ranch
    5 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive

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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

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 250 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

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
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1920
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - August 2022
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 350.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 350.0 per day

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Touch 'n Go eWallet
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
The seasonal pool will be open from August 01 to May 31
Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 8:00 PM
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sleeping Bao B&B have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:30 AM–8:00 PM.

Is The Sleeping Bao B&B pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sleeping Bao B&B?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM–6:00 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at The Sleeping Bao B&B?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Sleeping Bao B&B located?

Located in the heart of Pietermaritzburg, this bed & breakfast is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Tatham Art Gallery and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from National Botanical Gardens. Queen Elizabeth Park and Scottsville Racecourse are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Sleeping Bao B&B Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elmarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay during my business in Pietermaritzburg
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and safe; the house and property are beautiful. Joice was very welcoming and attentive. Full breakfast was excellent. The street can be busy and noisy at times but did not detract from the property.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dalene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Service, Majestic Property

What an Incredible Stay! Thank You very much to Joice and the team for making it such a special time. I sent a list of little extras that could make our stay even better like better Wifi, a table or shelf in the bathroom and an extra little cupboard for snacks. But an incredible stay at a Majestic Property I look forward to many returns back here
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

sae

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

Nice

Excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lulu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great time. The place is quiet and super clean. Close to town and mall
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jari

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

Good value for money

Great looking place with lot of woodwork, great friendly staff. Nice bfast spread. Parking within compound. Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nombulelo

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

Great Venue

The owners are super friendly and the B & B is gorgeous
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

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

A home away from home

I was only staying for a short, one night stay for business but i wish I could have stayed longer. The room was comfortable and impeccably clean, the property is absolutely beautiful and the managers and staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating. I was so relaxed I could have been visiting family. Lovely place.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convinient stop over in pietermaritzburg

Pleasant accommodation in a beautiful old house. I was just stopping over for the night, certainly met my needs.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bob

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

Ideal for a stopover to the coast.

Friendly and helpful owners.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great place to stay in PMB

The location, hospitality of our hosts, great breakfast, and reasonable price made our stay here wonderful. If we're back in Maritzburg, we'll stay here again.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

The Sleeping Bao

All in all not a bad experience, the owner and/or his workers was available. Breakfast was good. However the following are area's of critisism, especially with the rates charged: - No credit card facilities, even though the website indicated that it was available and payment had to be made in cash - Parking is a problem and limited, with no undercover parking - No DSTV and the normal channels reception very poor - Closets in guestroom locked, only hanging space with no hangers supplied to hang clothes on - The very spacious bathroom, used as a storage place for old magazines - The only chair in the room was an old (probably broken) vibrating/massaging chair
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Laszlo

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Allgemein

Freundlichen Empfang, ruhige Lage, Sicherheit, Stadtcentrum in der Nehe..
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mike

Disliked: Staff & service

The Sleeping Bao B+B in Pietermaritzburg RSA

Room not serviced on our 2nd day. Broken shower door, (told owner) Bath towels too small. Only one small hand towel. Floor mats in bathroom should be removed. Bath mat to be available. Top sheet to be provided in the bed, so it can be cleaned regularly. How often is the duvet washed? Owner is friendly and helpful. Kitchen staff are cheerful. Breakfast is tasty.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

J D

Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AM

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alison

Verified review

8/10 Good

Nhlanhla

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nthabiseng

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mthetho

Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Heinrich

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018