Shell Garage Complex, N3 Highway, Swinburne, 9880 Harrismith, South Africa
#3 of 5 hotels in Harrismith
Guests' ChoiceBased on 135 hotel reviews
8.2Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.0
Facilities
8.3
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.3
Free WiFi
9.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 23 April 2024
Pamela
South AfricaAt the time of booking I had made a special request for a ground floor room due to medical reasons. Unfortunately that was not considered when my room was allocated, but I was fortunate enough to be relocated to the ground floor upon further request. Wake up call was requested, but didn't happen luckily I had set my alarm for 10 minutes earlier.
The convenience just off the road is always a winner. The access to shops 24/7 is also great especially early in the morning or late at night. Filling station, Eating places, good seating in and outside such shops - you can even get a delivery to the hotel.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Carlos
South AfricaNothing really to complain about it
Well situated just half way to Durban.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Mary
United KingdomNoise from bathroom fan .position of bathroom. light switch
Great place for stop over.Very pleasant staff 👍
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 February 2024
Vivien
South AfricaSuggest to make more than one room for disabled (i.e,, with railings in bathroom), as it was taken and would have been helpful for my elderly parents.
Quiet, comfortable and clean, this is an excellent overnight stop when driving Durban - Joburg. The staff were very helpful and gave us the use of a wheelchair for my mom which made things easier. We had two rooms one downstairs and one upstairs, both were quiet, couldn't hear the N3 traffic at night. Beds were comfy, wifi reliable as I had to do some work zoom calls. Tea, coffee, biscuits in the room. Next time will try the dinner at the pub on the premise, they had the grill going which was very inviting. Would definitely stay again on our next trip down to Durban.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 4 January 2024
Phil
South AfricaMold in the shower cubical
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 28 December 2023
Benjamin
South AfricaFood /breakfast or at least a drink to relax outside.... Would be awesome and made the stay!!
Clean and fresh
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 20 December 2023
Nicky
South AfricaVery clean and convenient, I great big comfy bed.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 11 October 2023
Sibusiso
South AfricaNothing
Rooms
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 9 September 2023
Elizabeth
South AfricaDrains in our bathroom stank and we had to vhsmge rooms. In the second room the basin tap would not close properly and leaked heavily all night. Nescafe coffee sachets were terrible, probably old stock.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 27 June 2023
Morne
South Africa-
Its pet friendly.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 15 May 2023
Loren
South AfricaThe bathroom was neat tidy and clean.
The room was spacious and clean.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 5 February 2023
Riaz
South AfricaDSTV was not working in some of the rooms
The location was conveniet as we were travelling
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 1 February 2023
Shane
South AfricaVery close to freeway, had a nice stay
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 22 October 2022
Zahida
South AfricaNo halal food
Comfortable beds Cleaner
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 13 May 2022
Themba
South AfricaQuietness, comfort bed
Convenience and spirit of serving by the receptionists
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 11 April 2022
Putter
South AfricaIf you have a problem with stairs, make sure to communicate this in advance. There is no elevator and limited downstairs rooms.
The proximity to the N3 made it very convenient to use. Yet, there were no noises from the hustle and bustle close by. The lodging is close to other amenities and foods. There is a nice little pub on the premises. The staff were very welcoming and accommodating.
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 6 April 2022
Nedra
South AfricaThe location was excellent to stay over. Friendly staff and room nice and clean.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 19 March 2022
Dawie
South AfricaNoise of cars on N3 / No lifts / No bar fridge
Spacious room / Friendly staff / Easy accessible location
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 20 February 2022
Pamela
South AfricaIt was extremely comfortable for the purpose of an overnight stay
Location was perfect for our purpose
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 1 February 2022
Saphokazi
South AfricaNone
Area of the Hotel its nearer especially when you are going to Durban.
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 1 January 2022
Pamela
South AfricaThere was nothing to not like, we just needed a hot shower, cup of coffee and a bed to sleep in. Ticked all our boxes for our immediate needs. With it's location it's not exactly a holiday destination but instead a stop-over in transit hotel.
Convenient location The services and amenities are right next door which was great The secure parking considering we were in transit The room was pleasant and fit for purpose Reception was open all hours which was great because we arrived late and left early
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 3 December 2021
Linda
South Africayour matress is too soft, maybe overdue?
very convenient location with all that was needed on the same premises
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 29 November 2021
Cattleman
South AfricaNo restaurant on site for breakfast
Location very convenient for my business. Safe on-site parking and prompt booking in at reception. Room spacious, clean and comfortable, with en-suite with good shower pressure. Surprisingly quiet considering situated so close to the N3 freeway!
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 22 November 2021
Charmaine
South AfricaThe pillows were very uncomfortable. The tea available was not to my taste. No five roses tea bags. No spare toothbrush.
Did not have breakfast
Stayed in November 2021
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