At Gateside Guest House, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a restaurant.
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Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Valley View
Valley view
70 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
Free WiFi
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Family Loft, 1 Bedroom
Lake view
50 sq m
Sleeps 5
4 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
Free WiFi
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Comfort Studio, Fireplace
25 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
Free WiFi
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Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Partial Lake View, Ground Floor
Partial lake view
15 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
Free WiFi
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Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Hill View
Hill view
20 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
Free WiFi
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Comfort Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Valley View, Poolside
Valley view
100 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed OR 3 King Beds
Free WiFi
DOUBLE COMFORT
Sleeps 4
Free WiFi
Double or Twin ONE BEDROOM WITH VIEWS
Sleeps 6
Free WiFi
Double or Twin COMFORT
Sleeps 6
Free WiFi
About the neighborhood
Hilton is home to Gateside Guest House. Macrorie House Museum and The Old Prison are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Queen Elizabeth Park and Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve. National Botanical Gardens and Epic Karting are also worth visiting. Visit our Hilton travel guide
Consider a stay at Gateside Guest House and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a library. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Swimming pool along with sun loungers
Free self parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor pool, and smoke-free premises
Free newspapers, meeting rooms, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; 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
Family friendly
Children's games
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Trampoline
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Terrace
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
Tile flooring in room
Wheelchair-accessible parking
More
2 floors
3 buildings
Built in 1940
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
More
Connecting rooms available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Host will greet you, key retrieval
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome
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
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
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Property class
Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.
Frequently asked questions
Does Gateside Guest House have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
How much does it cost to stay at Gateside Guest House?
As of 20 Shaʻban 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateside Guest House on 9 Ramadan 2026 start from SAR 259, 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.
Is Gateside Guest House pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Gateside Guest House?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Gateside Guest House?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is Gateside Guest House located?
Situated in Hilton, this bed & breakfast is within 9 mi (15 km) of Queen Elizabeth Park, Pietermaritzburg City Hall, and KwaZuluNatal Museum. Tatham Art Gallery and Msunduzi Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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