Gateside Guest House

3.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Hilton B&B

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Family Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Hill View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated
Balcony
Property entrance
Comfort Studio, Fireplace | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Restaurant
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

Explore the area

Map
11 Quarry Road, Hilton, KwaZulu-Natal, 3245
  • Popular LocationPietermaritzburg City Hall12 min drive
  • Popular LocationGolden Horse Casino15 min drive
  • Popular LocationQueen Elizabeth Park16 min drive
  • AirportDurban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)89 min drive

Room options

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Valley View

  • 753 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Partial Lake View, Ground Floor

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Comfort Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Valley View, Poolside

  • 1076 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed OR 3 King Beds

Comfort Studio, Fireplace

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Loft, 1 Bedroom

  • 538 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Hill View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Hilton

In Hilton .Stay at this Hilton B&B and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Pietermaritzburg City Hall and Queen Elizabeth Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Tatham Art Gallery and Msunduzi Museum.

What's nearby

  • Pietermaritzburg City Hall - 12 min drive
  • Scottsville Racecourse - 15 min drive
  • Golden Horse Casino - 15 min drive
  • Queen Elizabeth Park - 16 min drive
  • Midmar Dam - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Keg & Hedgehog - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Elephant & Co. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Checkers - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ground Coffee House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Olive & Oil Pietermaritzburg - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Gateside Guest House

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Hilton B&B
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Gateside Guest House. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Hilton bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1940
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Gateside Guest House offers 8 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and coffee/tea makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Trampoline

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: ZAR 90 to 110 for adults and ZAR 50 to 90 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • 10 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 250.0 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for ZAR 200.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 90 to 110 for adults, and ZAR 50 to 90 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 200.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 250.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24-hours a day.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Gateside Guest House Hilton
Gateside Guest House Pietermaritzburg
Gateside Guest House Bed & breakfast
Gateside Guest House Bed & breakfast Hilton

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gateside Guest House to the airport?

Gateside Guest House is 15.9 mi (27-min drive) away from the Pietermaritzburg (PZB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gateside Guest House?

As of Jun 17, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateside Guest House on Jun 27, 2024 start from $43.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Gateside Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gateside Guest House.

Does Gateside Guest House offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Gateside Guest House, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between ZAR 90 and 110 for adults, ZAR 50 and 90 for children.

Is there a casino at Gateside Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast, but Golden Horse Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Gateside Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at Gateside Guest House?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Gateside Guest House have a pool?

Gateside Guest House features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy 24-hour pool access.

Does Gateside Guest House have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Gateside Guest House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Gateside Guest House to downtown Hilton?

Gateside Guest House is 0.6 mi away from Hilton.

Gateside Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Coming back
A nice relaxed visit in an amazing atmosphere. The views down the valley are superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Michael, Vienna

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent!
Very neat with great hosts! Excellent! Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Venus

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elijah

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The guesthouse is in a beautiful location with lovely views. It was very clean and well stocked with basic amenities. I would highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Place :)
The room was beautiful and so clean! I loved the huge bathroom and private kitchen area! Bed was so comfortable and huge! And the view was stunning! Enjoyed our stay thoroughly:)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff are really friendly and accommodating. Really comfortable place to stay, wish we had done more than an overnight stop.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accommodating
Good value for money, very friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect place to distress
It was perfect, everything was perfect fro the facility to the staff we really enjoyed our stay there. We will not hesitate to stay there in future again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019