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Cheap hotels in Pietermaritzburg

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The best cheap hotels in Pietermaritzburg

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 416 reviews

    Featuring a restaurant, a bar and a casino, Golden Horse Hotel is located in Pietermaritzburg and is 500 metres from Comrades Marathon House.

    From US$124.45 per night

  • Hilton View B&B

    Hilton
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Located in Hilton, 6.7 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, Hilton View B&B provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    From US$59.59 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Set in Hilton, 7.9 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, Hilton Homestead by ANEW offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

    From US$512.17 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    28 ON WOOD, a property with a terrace, is situated in Pietermaritzburg, 4.6 km from Butterflies for Africa, 9 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, as well as 21 km from Natal Zoological...

  • Edgehill

    Pietermaritzburg
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

    Edgehill, a property with a garden, is located in Pietermaritzburg, 3.5 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, 3.8 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, as well as 5.5 km from Comrades Marathon House.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    Set in Pietermaritzburg, Chase Valley Hideaway offers accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

    From US$38.86 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews

    Set 3.2 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, Devine Stay- Pmb offers accommodation with a terrace. There is a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Set 2.7 km from Comrades Marathon House, Thandanani Serene place features a year-round outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free private parking for guests who drive.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews

    Set in Pietermaritzburg, less than 1 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, Three Flags has a garden, private parking and rooms with free WiFi access.

    From US$46 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews

    P & T Guesthouses, a property with a terrace, is located in Pietermaritzburg, 2.3 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, 4.2 km from Comrades Marathon House, as well as 5.7 km from Butterflies for Africa.

    From US$48.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    Set in Pietermaritzburg in the KwaZulu-Natal region with Butterflies for Africa nearby, Dups Guest House, offers accommodation with free private parking.

    From US$25.91 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

    Cosy Corner is situated in Pietermaritzburg, 2.1 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, 1.7 km from Butterflies for Africa, and 3.5 km from Comrades Marathon House.

    From US$23.03 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

    Offering a terrace and inner courtyard view, ALL SAINTS ON ROBERTS is situated in Pietermaritzburg, 4.8 km from Comrades Marathon House and 5.6 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews

    Hudson Haven Bed & Breakfast is situated in Pietermaritzburg and has a pool with a view and pool views. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace.

    From US$86.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

    Situated in Pietermaritzburg, 3.1 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum and 4.6 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, Clivia Guesthouse offers an outdoor swimming pool and air conditioning.

    From US$43.18 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

    Located just 5.1 km from Comrades Marathon House, One Three Nine On Roberts provides accommodation in Pietermaritzburg with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

    From US$65.09 per night

Stay connected in Pietermaritzburg and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

    Offering garden views, Suprime Hotels and Conference in Pietermaritzburg features accommodation, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a terrace, a bar and a shared lounge.

    From US$44.04 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Offering an outdoor swimming pool and garden view, Bliss B&B is situated in Claredon, 3.4 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum and 4.4 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve.

    From US$60.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Set just 4.7 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, B&B At 66 Henderson provides accommodation in Claredon with access to an outdoor swimming pool, barbecue facilities, as well as private check-...

    From US$60.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews

    Set in Pietermaritzburg, 3.7 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum and 4.8 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, Athlone Lodge offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and access to a...

    From US$54.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    A recently renovated apartment set in Pietermaritzburg, Hill Top Cottage features a garden. This property offers access to darts, free private parking and free WiFi.

    From US$38.86 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews

    Located 4.1 km from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, @ 21 Guest House offers accommodation with a patio, as well as a garden. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay.

    From US$63.33 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

    Located in Pietermaritzburg and only 4.2 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, AtTheDeck provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$46.06 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 208 reviews

    Boasting an outdoor pool and inner courtyard views, Alberta Bed and Breakfast is situated in Pietermaritzburg.

    From US$36.27 per night

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  • Familia

    Cheap hotel in Pietermaritzburg
    Avg. price/night: US$49.23
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews
    Excellent location. Very secured. Very private. Very clean. White linen and white towels. Fully equipped kitchen. Everything in perfect order. Thank you, chocolates, (Ferrero Rocher). Photos on the site are exactly what you see when you get to the apartment. Franz checks on you to make sure that your stay is comfortable.
    Guest review by
    Wiseman
    Solo traveller

  • Devine Stay- Pmb

    Cheap hotel in Pietermaritzburg
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
    My room was stunning, the room was cleaned daily. The location was safe and ideal near good restaurants and shopping centers. The hosts were very nice and accomodative.
    Guest review by
    Mkumbuzi
    Solo traveller

  • Blue Sands Guest House

    Cheap hotel in Pietermaritzburg
    Avg. price/night: US$54.70
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews
    The location was perfect, the place was neat and clean the staff were helpful and friendly. The parking was safe and secure. The yard was very clean.
    Guest review by
    Fynall
    Group

  • Forest View Cottage

    Cheap hotel in Pietermaritzburg
    Avg. price/night: US$46.06
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
    The cottage is very comfortable and spotlessly clean. The hosts were friendly and attentive. I felt secure in this peaceful location with unobtrusive precautionary security measures and big dogs on the property.
    Guest review by
    Jen
    People with friends

  • 19 Mirabelle Place

    Cheap hotel in Pietermaritzburg
    Avg. price/night: US$48.94
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews
    The accommodation was very clean and nicely setup. Location was very convenient for what we needed. Hosts were friendly and welcoming.
    Guest review by
    Neil Coetzee
    Young couple

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