10/10 Excellent
Alistair
Oct 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beat guesthouse in the city
Alistair
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Lexden Guesthouse
3.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3.5-star Pietermaritzburg guest house
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Bar
- Laundry
Explore the area
176 Howick Road, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, 3201
- Pietermaritzburg City HallPlace, Pietermaritzburg City Hall4 min drive
- Queen Elizabeth ParkPlace, Queen Elizabeth Park4 min drive
- The Old PrisonPlace, The Old Prison5 min drive
- Pietermaritzburg (PZB)Airport, Pietermaritzburg (PZB)10 min drive
Room options
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Queen Room With Garden View
- Garden view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Luxury Double Room
- Garden view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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Luxury Room
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Luxury Double Room
- Garden view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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Luxury Double Room
- Garden view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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Luxury Double Room
- Garden view
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
About the neighborhood
Pietermaritzburg
In Pietermaritzburg .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Pietermaritzburg guesthouse, you'll find statue of Gandhi and Pietermaritzburg City Hall. Tatham Art Gallery and KwaZuluNatal Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
What's nearby
- Pietermaritzburg City Hall - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
- Msunduzi Museum - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
- Queen Elizabeth Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles
- The Old Prison - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
- Golden Horse Casino - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
Getting around
- Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
- Sagewood Cafe - 4 min drive
- Nino's - 5 min drive
- Olive & Oil PMB (Cascades Shopping Centre) - 4 min drive
- KFC - 4 min drive
- Fire & Vine - 9 min walk
About this property
Lexden Guesthouse
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3.5-star Pietermaritzburg guest house
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.
Lexden Guesthouse also features a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.
This 3.5-star Pietermaritzburg guesthouse is smoke free.
- 6 guestrooms or units
- English breakfast (free)
- Self-service laundry
- Terrace
- Garden
- No smoking on site
- Microwave in a common area
- Bar or lounge
Lexden Guesthouse offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.
Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers. This Pietermaritzburg guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free self parking on site
Food and drink
- Free English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
- A bar/lounge
Accessibility
- No elevator
Room amenities
Entertainment
- Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Hair dryer
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Slippers
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Free bottled water
- Minibar
More
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Heating
- Individual decor
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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.
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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Lexden Guesthouse to the airport?
Lexden Guesthouse is 5.5 mi (20-min drive) away from the Pietermaritzburg (PZB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Lexden Guesthouse?
As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lexden Guesthouse on Mar 10, 2026 start from $173, including 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 Lexden Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Lexden Guesthouse.
Does Lexden Guesthouse offer free breakfast?
Lexden Guesthouse offers free English breakfast on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Is there a casino at Lexden Guesthouse?
No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Golden Horse Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at Lexden Guesthouse?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.
Is there free parking at Lexden Guesthouse?
This guesthouse offers free self parking.
Does Lexden Guesthouse have a pool?
Lexden Guesthouse does not have a pool.
Does Lexden Guesthouse have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.
How close is Lexden Guesthouse to downtown Pietermaritzburg?
Lexden Guesthouse is 1.6 mi away from Pietermaritzburg.
Lexden Guesthouse Reviews
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Exceptional
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