Boasting an outdoor swimming pool and views of garden, Smithgrove Guesthouse is a recently renovated bed and breakfast situated in Pietermaritzburg, 2.1 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum. The property has inner courtyard and quiet street views, and is 4 km from Comrades Marathon House. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. All units feature air conditioning and a satellite flat-screen TV. Every unit is fitted with a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while certain rooms have a terrace and some have pool views. At the bed and breakfast, every unit has bed linen and towels. A bar can be found on-site. The bed and breakfast features a barbecue and a garden, which can be enjoyed by guests if the weather permits. Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve is 5.2 km from Smithgrove Guesthouse, while Butterflies for Africa is 5.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Pietermaritzburg Airport, 8 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
9.3
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See what guests loved the most:

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    Nontobeko
    South Africa South Africa
    I recommend this place for longer stay it is close to most of the places you might need.
  • Lonathemba
    South Africa South Africa
    located in a peaceful, private and secure surbyrb, gorgeous aesthetics and features with beautiful furniture and interior design.
  • Nondumiso
    South Africa South Africa
    Unfortunately there was no breakfast. Location was easy accessible. And everything was superb.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Smithgrove Guesthouse

Company review score: 9.2Based on 417 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Having recently been renovated in January 2023, Smithgrove Guesthouse is a beautiful mix of the old and the new, with its classical Victorian design housing a contrast of modern furnishings. Our aim is to provide a luxurious stay and experience. It is conveniently located in Wembley in the immediate outskirts of Pietermaritzburg city centre.

Neighbourhood information

Situated in Pietermaritzburg, 2.1 km from City Hall (The Comrades Start), and 1.5km Away from Athlone Circle Lifestyle Mall (the home of CoffeeBox, Fire & Vine and Elephant & Co), 250m away from the Royal Show Grounds and 10 km away from Hilton. Attractions include: * The Midlands Meander (home of Piggly Wiggly, Brahman Hills, Lampera, Fable, Abington Wine Estate, Fordoune Spa, Fork & Clever, Village). * Cascades Mountain Bike Trails * Royal Show * Comrades Marathon * The Duzi * Midmar Mile * Hilton forests for running & cycling * KZN National Botanical Garden * Kwa-Zulu Natal Museum * Wylie Park * Comrades Museum

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Smithgrove Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Adult only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Adult only
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Smithgrove Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 19:00

Check-out

From 06:30 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of ZAR 200 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 8. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash Smithgrove Guesthouse accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Smithgrove Guesthouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

A damage deposit of ZAR 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Smithgrove Guesthouse

  • Check-in at Smithgrove Guesthouse is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Smithgrove Guesthouse is 0.8 miles from the centre of Pietermaritzburg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Smithgrove Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Smithgrove Guesthouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Swimming Pool

  • Room options at Smithgrove Guesthouse include:

    • Suite

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.