Smithgrove Guesthouse is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Pietermaritzburg where guests can make the most of its outdoor swimming pool, garden, and bar. Featuring barbecue facilities, the property is located within 1.3 miles of KwaZulu-Natal Museum. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. All units feature air conditioning and a satellite flat-screen TV. Every room 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 is fitted with bed linen and towels. Comrades Marathon House is 2.5 miles from the bed and breakfast, while Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve is 3.2 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Pietermaritzburg Airport, 5 miles from Smithgrove Guesthouse.

Couples in particular 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 king 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:

  • Zhee
    South Africa South Africa
    Spacious room, interior design, friendly staff, bed was so comfy We had everything we needed.
  • Zhee
    South Africa South Africa
    The place exceeded my expectations, beautiful interior design, spacious room and bathroom. Bed was super comfy, The warm welcome from Siya, thank you bro, you made me feel at home. I will be coming🔙🔜
  • Lynnette
    United States of America United States of America
    It was clean, very comfortable, nice area close to shopping centers, very safe and staff were always helpful and friendly. Having the fridge and microwave in the room was a big plus.

Managed by Smithgrove Guesthouse

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

Property info

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.

Neighborhood info

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

Area info

Amenities of Smithgrove Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • 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 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting 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
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Safe
General
  • Adults 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
  • Adults only
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Check-out

From 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of ZAR 200 is required on arrival. That's about USD 10. 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 & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't 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 need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) 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 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at Smithgrove Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Smithgrove Guesthouse include:

    • Suite

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

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Swimming pool

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

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