Reviews of Sica's Guest House 4 stars
19 Owen Avenue, Berea, Westridge, 4091 Durban, South Africa
#79 of 185 B&Bs and Inns in Durban
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 115 hotel reviews
8.3Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.6
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Comfort
8.6
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Location
8.0
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Facilities
8.5
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Staff
9.0
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Value for money
8.5
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Free WiFi
6.8
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Reviewed: 29 February 2024
Carrie
South Africa4 reviews7.0“Lovely”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The drinking glasses provided during breakfast would be better if they were the standard size. It was a inconvenience having to walk back and forth get something to drink. The glasses are just shy of 150mls
Breakfast was delicious with a large variety.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 12 January 2024
Dubazane
South Africa2 reviews7.0“I did enjoy,it safe and also parking are safe”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
No microwave in my room
Neatness of the room,delicious breakfast and friendly staff
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 5 January 2024
Thivhafuni
South Africa15 reviews2 helpful votes9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Maybe if they can add mince meat or mushrooms on breakfast for those who don’t eat bacon
The clean environment. The staff was kind
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 4 January 2024
Randy
South Africa3 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There were no self catering facilities as I have a baby that I needed to cook for.
The location was good and close to everything else. It was a quiet area so it was good for relaxing. There rooms were clean and proper.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 5 December 2023
Matomane
South Africa4 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
perfect
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 29 September 2023
Shange
South Africa1 review8.0“It was a great stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The food was not nice... Did not finish my meal. The carpet did not smell well
I liked the area
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 7 September 2023
Ndhlovu
South Africa1 review8.0Very good- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The aircon and telephone in my room didn't seem to be working
The food was great, staff is friendly and very welcoming
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 3 September 2023
Morkel
South Africa21 reviews8.0“I really enjoyed my stay and can undoubtedly recommend the establishment.”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
The first evening, upon arrival, there was no milk for coffee/tea. A kettle, coffee, tea, sugar but no milk? I would also have preferred a little bar fridge to keep my milk and other special drinks/smoothies cold for the next morning's early tennis matches. Upon request the personnel kindly provided me with a bar fridge and some milk the following day.
Breakfast and dinner was very good. Location was excellent being very close to Westridge Tennis Stadium. The staff was friendly and helpful. The barman/waiter is a star! The premises are secure. The room was clean, neat and spacious.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 2 June 2023
Sharold
South Africa1 review8.0“Keep up the good work.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing.
The place was very close and convenient for us, it was close to a School we were playing against :).. The Breakfast was also nice, thank you to the staff.
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: 5 May 2023
Marianne
South Africa5 reviews9.0“The comfortable room, the friendly atmosphere and the tasty breakfast all added up to a happy stay at Sica’s.”- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing.
Our daughter was unexpectedly taken into hospital while we were on our way back from holiday. We were very grateful to find Sica’s close to the hospital. The staff were very friendly and understanding about us needing to be flexible regarding the length of our stay which was on a day to day basis.
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: 30 April 2023
Mr
South Africa30 reviews1 helpful vote7.0“Very good Guest House with very friendly staff and good breakfast.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The beds were uncomfortable. The small window above the door allowed to much bright light into the room at night.
Everything except the beds...
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: 30 April 2023
Refilwe
South Africa28 reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very good- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Clean ans spacious room. Well maintained property, with good internet and apt desk and chair for progressing work/school related tasks
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: 25 February 2023
Duncan
Netherlands2 reviews9.0“really nice and great staff”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 14 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
the area around hotel was dangerous
friendly and good food.
Stayed in February 2023
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Reviewed: 3 January 2023
Mtunzikazi
South Africa5 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There is nothing I did not like
The staff was very friendly, the location is closer to a lot of things and its quite safe.
Stayed in January 2023
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Reviewed: 2 January 2023
Antonolla
South Africa1 review8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
There were a few minor issues that were addressed. Hopefully they will be sorted. Our overall stay was good. Staff friendly and helpful.
The breakfast was great. Our stay was very comfortable. Keep up the good work.
Stayed in January 2023
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Reviewed: 19 December 2022
Sebenzile
South Africa2 reviews8.0“Wonderful stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Food was not catering for vegetarian but we managed to eat what was available.
Security welcoming is exciting and respectful 🙂 Thank you kubaba osamukelile. Forgot his surname.
Stayed in December 2022
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Reviewed: 30 November 2022
Sithe
South Africa20 reviews4 helpful votes8.0“It was lovely”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
7am breakfast was a little late especially because we were leaving early. I’d also like it if the staff communicated. When we arrived we paid via card and the payment went through however in the morning the lady that was attending the front desk requested payment again.She then found the receipt for my payment . Later on the lady that checked us in the previous night called and requested payment. That was a tad bit frustrating because had they communicated I wouldn’t have received a call
it was clean and easy to find they also found my smart watch and called me to tell me that I had left it behind. Such an honest thing to do
Stayed in November 2022
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Reviewed: 30 November 2022
Debbie
South Africa4 reviews2 helpful votes9.0“This venue is perfect for bigger groups. it is clean and comfortable, the staff were helpful and the breakfast good.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The property is not in a very good area, however we never felt unsafe in any way. the security is very good
All our group could stay together
Stayed in November 2022
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Reviewed: 4 October 2022
Charles
South Africa1 review9.0“Excellent”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Lovely guesthouse. Friendly and accommodating staff. Breakfast pack to-go was amazing. Thanks for the lovely stay!!
Stayed in September 2022
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Reviewed: 1 October 2022
Bobette
South Africa2 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
There are no dustbins in the room or on the premises that I noticed. It was very noisy in the dining area and there does not seem to be mutual respect between groups and individuals. I had to xonsume half my supper in my room because of the noise.
The warm atmosphere made the stay enjoyable. The food was delicious and the owner and staff very accommodating and friendly. What an amazing and energetic bar tender. 10 out of 10 for him.
Stayed in October 2022
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Reviewed: 29 July 2022
Petros
South Africa120 reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very good- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
location
attention to detail
Stayed in July 2022
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Reviewed: 5 July 2022
Akhona
South Africa4 reviews9.0“Clean and neat”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Clean and neat
Stayed in July 2022
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Reviewed: 4 June 2022
Sue
United Kingdom1 review9.0“Welcoming, safe, secure and thoroughly enjoyable stay. Food was excellent, too. Thank you.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 10 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
I loved having access to the terrace outside my room in the evenings to watch the birds and see the sun set. Very relaxing, safe and secure. Friendly and welcoming.
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 23 March 2022
Christina
South Africa3 reviews7.0“The stay was good”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There is no bar fridge in the rooms. There was no twin plug but I went to the reception to ask and they provide. Neighbourhood noise.
Breakfast was awesome.
Stayed in March 2022
