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Wensleydale Guest Lodge

4.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse in Pietermaritzburg with free parking

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Suite (Summer) | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Honeymoon Suite, Non Smoking (1) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Garden
Honeymoon Suite, Garden View | Living area | 36-inch plasma TV with satellite channels, TV
Wensleydale Guest Lodge offers peaceful gardens, a welcoming outdoor pool, in-room WiFi, comfortable outdoor seating, and barbecue grills. The upscale guesthouse provides dry cleaning and laundry services, and is conveniently close to the airport.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Family Suite | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Honeymoon Suite, Non Smoking (1)

Honeymoon Suite, Non Smoking (1) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Honeymoon Suite, Non Smoking (1)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Studio, Garden View (Poolside)

Studio, Garden View (Poolside) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, Garden View (Poolside)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Plasma TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Business Studio Suite, Non Smoking, Garden View (2)

Business Studio Suite, Non Smoking, Garden View (2) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Business Studio Suite, Non Smoking, Garden View (2)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Plasma TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite (Summer)

Suite (Summer) | Terrace/patio

Suite (Summer)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Plasma TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Honeymoon Suite, Garden View

Honeymoon Suite, Garden View | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Honeymoon Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Plasma TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Room (Cosy Overnighters)

Room (Cosy Overnighters) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room (Cosy Overnighters)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Plasma TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Double Bed, Garden View, Garden Area

Standard Suite, 1 Double Bed, Garden View, Garden Area | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

Highlights

Furnished patio
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Plasma TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
236 Woodhouse Road, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, 3201

What's nearby

  • Scottsville Racecourse - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Golden Horse Casino - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Comrades Marathon House - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Pietermaritzburg City Hall - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Epic Karting - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tandoor - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪John Dory’s - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Wensleydale Guest Lodge

Upscale guesthouse near the airport
Wensleydale Guest Lodge provides amenities like a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and outdoor furniture
  • Charcoal grills, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Wensleydale Guest Lodge offer perks such as furnished patios and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • 36-inch plasma TVs with satellite channels
  • LED light bulbs, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Weekday English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 135 for adults and ZAR 135 for children

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 500
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:30 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 staffed during limited hours
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
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:30 AM
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 135 for adults and ZAR 135 for children
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 500 (subject to availability)
  • Laundry fee: ZAR 0

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
Air conditioning and heating are not provided
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include window guards and outdoor lighting
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Breakfast is served at Ascot, a sister property just 7 kilometers away from the property.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Alcohol is not served at this property
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Wensleydale Guest Lodge Pietermaritzburg
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Wensleydale Guest
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Wensleydale Guest Lodge Guesthouse
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Wensleydale Guest Lodge Guesthouse Pietermaritzburg

Frequently asked questions

Does Wensleydale Guest Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–6:00 PM.

Is Wensleydale Guest Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wensleydale Guest Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wensleydale Guest Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wensleydale Guest Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for ZAR 500 (subject to availability).

Where is Wensleydale Guest Lodge located?

Situated near the airport, this guesthouse is within 3 mi (5 km) of Comrades Marathon House, Scottsville Racecourse, and Golden Horse Casino. Msunduzi Museum and Pietermaritzburg Oval are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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