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A two-story brick house with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with an arch, and a small garden with a stone fountain.

A cozy living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There are bookshelves and a clock on the wall.

A wooden archway leading into a room with a bench, a table with a plant, and a staircase in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window.

1. The Sleeping Bao B&B

2.1 km from National Botanical Gardens

Shaun

SAR 240

SAR 240 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A two-story house with a swimming pool in front.

A breakfast buffet with various food items, a fruit bowl, and a coffee station.

A large, multi-story brick building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with steps leading up to it.

A room with a view of a well-maintained lawn and trees, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

2. Redlands Hotel

2.3 km from National Botanical Gardens

Gillian

SAR 429

SAR 494 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

An open doorway leading to a room with a table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A bright room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table with magazines, and a wicker chair.

A dining area with a white table and chairs, a vase of flowers, and a bookshelf with decorative plates.

3. Lexden Guesthouse

2.2 km from National Botanical Gardens

Alistair

SAR 466

SAR 535 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a decorative partition with signs.

A cozy living room with a wooden sofa, a dining table, and a Christmas tree.

A living room with a brown sofa, a ceiling fan, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and bar stools.

A bedroom with two beds, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and bedside lamps.

4. 7 on Oakleigh

1.9 km from National Botanical Gardens

Buyisiwe

SAR 242

SAR 242 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

5. Ilawu Lodge

3 km from National Botanical Gardens

"Check in was a problem they didn't know about my stay.... I had to email booking confirmation. Shower room is too tiny, only one bath towel. Air-conditioner not working... Breakfast setting is a joke 😭😭 juice is warm, their quality of is really disappointing.... The noise.... The pool area is too close to the room I was in and the conference room oh my word the noise from the people using these facilities, the sheets and towels are not changed. In totality I regretted ny choice of...

Anonymous traveler

SAR 186

SAR 214 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A garden pathway with various plants and a clear sky.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a dark-colored headboard.

A covered outdoor seating area with chairs and potted plants.

A two-story house with a brick exterior, a front porch, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and shrubs.

6. Ekhaya Lodge

12.9 km from National Botanical Gardens

Mandisa

SAR 159

SAR 159 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, and a painting above the bed.

A cozy seating area with a wooden bench, a cushioned chair, and a small table with a lamp.

A wooden staircase leading to a room with a chandelier, a door with a decorative glass panel, a wooden cabinet, and a striped sofa.

A house with a central entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and a small garden.

7. 79 On Ridge BNB

Scottsville, 5.1 km from National Botanical Gardens

"This is the best place to stay in Pietermaritzburg! The location is perfect for anyone affiliated with the university - literally across the street. You can have breakfast and supper - both excellent - and the hosts are extremely hospitable and helpful. We arrived with a flat tire, and Gys helped us get a new car the next morning. I have seldom experienced a home away from home as warm and welcoming as Ridge on 79. "

Oscar

SAR 223

SAR 295 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring leather sofas, patterned chairs, and a central coffee table.

A traditional Tudor-style building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a blue armchair.

Two people sitting on a bed with a tray of food and drinks, reading books.

8. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

8.4 km from National Botanical Gardens

Sanjay

SAR 283

SAR 334 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a round glass table, a large floral centerpiece, and a seating area with chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden side table, and a large window with curtains.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A modern lobby with a round wooden table, a sofa, and a patterned armchair.

9. Golden Horse Hotel

Scottsville, 5 km from National Botanical Gardens

CATHRINE Terry

SAR 395

SAR 465 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area with striped sofas, a potted plant, and a vase with flowers.

An outdoor pool area with a covered patio, seating, and a view of the cityscape.

A hotel with a prominent sign reading "Road Lodge by City Lodge Hotels".

A living room with striped sofas, a wooden coffee table, a potted plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

10. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

6 km from National Botanical Gardens

John

SAR 197

SAR 226 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by a patio area with outdoor seating and a covered section.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, a door, and a window with curtains.

A covered outdoor seating area with a planter of blue flowers, a brick pathway, and a yellow building with large windows.

A brick pathway leading to a house with a garden and a clear blue sky.

11. Madlula's Guesthouse

Scottsville, 5.6 km from National Botanical Gardens

Alan

SAR 247

SAR 284 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a dining area with wicker chairs, and a large mirror above the counter.

A residential area with houses, a grassy lawn, and trees.

A large bed with white linens, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A hallway leading to a living room with a sofa and a coffee table.

12. ANEW Hotel Hilton

8.5 km from National Botanical Gardens

SAR 335

SAR 335 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a bedside table with a phone.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, multiple floors, and a central atrium.

A bowl of yogurt with fruits and seeds on a wooden table, a glass of water with a flower, and strawberries and nuts scattered around.

13. Stayeasy Pietermaritzburg

4 km from National Botanical Gardens

SAR 327

SAR 379 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, and a window with a geometric pattern.

A bathroom with a white sink, a faucet, and a soap dispenser.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, a window with curtains, and a ceiling fan.

14. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

Scottsville, 5.3 km from National Botanical Gardens

SAR 71

SAR 83 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A covered corridor with a tiled floor, a white railing, and a brick wall on one side.

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, and a curtain.

A birdbath with a rustic design, surrounded by a grassy area and various plants.

15. Room-alexandra Bed and Breakfast Room 1

4.4 km from National Botanical Gardens

SAR 100

SAR 115 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A conservatory with a view of a swimming pool and surrounding landscape.

A two-story house with a front porch, a swimming pool, and a well-maintained lawn.

A sunlit patio with wooden flooring, a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a grill.

A gated entrance to a building with a green roof, a sign indicating 'Knight', and a view of the surrounding landscape.

16. Gateside Guest House

6.7 km from National Botanical Gardens

Sally

SAR 248

SAR 248 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A room with a window, a fire extinguisher mounted on the wall, a chair with cushions, and a table with a stack of magazines.

A kitchen with white tiled walls, a microwave oven, a toaster, and a sink.

A building with a white exterior, a glass door, and a small garden area with various plants.

17. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 4

4.4 km from National Botanical Gardens

SAR 100

SAR 116 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A room with a sofa, a table with a plant, and a view of a forested hillside through large glass doors.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk with a kettle, and a view of the outdoors.

A circular pool with a brick border, surrounded by grass and trees, with the sun setting in the background.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

18. The Hilton Bush Lodge

14.6 km from National Botanical Gardens

Louren

SAR 288

SAR 332 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A living room with a sofa, a lamp, a bust sculpture, and a window with curtains.

A dining room with a long table, chairs, a chandelier, an air conditioner, and a television.

A kitchen with a dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a toaster on the counter.

19. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 3

4.4 km from National Botanical Gardens

SAR 94

SAR 110 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A room with a sofa, a butterfly decoration, and a view of greenery outside.

A building with a covered porch, a well-maintained lawn, and a decorative stone fountain.

20. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 5

4.4 km from National Botanical Gardens

SAR 105

SAR 123 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to National Botanical Gardens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Sleeping Bao B&B	8.8 Excellent 26 reviews	View
Redlands Hotel	8.2 Very good 24 reviews	View
Lexden Guesthouse	10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews	View
7 on Oakleigh	7.8 Good 9 reviews	View
Ilawu Lodge	6.6 4 reviews	View

Top National Botanical Gardens Hotel Reviews

ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

10/10 Excellent

"The service was excellent and the staff were very friendly and went the extra mile to make our stay and excellent experience. Thank you to All we really appreciated your hospitality and service. ❤️🙏🤗"

Golden Horse Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Greta place to stay staff are so helfule"

Lexden Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Great bed and breakfast. Loved the room, decor, helpful staff and the overall estate itself."

The Sleeping Bao B&B

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff and good breakfast."

Redlands Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I didn't have brea"

Wensleydale Guest Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely amazing stay here with friendly and helpful staff throughout my stay👌"

Other attractions near National Botanical Gardens

Macrorie House Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Macrorie House Museum during your travels in Pietermaritzburg. Discover the area's countryside and casinos.

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The Old Prison

6.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at The Old Prison during your trip to Pietermaritzburg. Discover the area's live music and casinos.

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Tatham Art Gallery

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Tatham Art Gallery in Pietermaritzburg. Discover the area's countryside and casinos.

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Pietermaritzburg City Hall

7.2/10 (7 reviews)

After visiting Pietermaritzburg City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pietermaritzburg. Wander the gardens or discover the area's countryside.

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Pietermaritzburg Oval

8.0/10 (1 review)

Catch an event at Pietermaritzburg Oval during your trip to Pietermaritzburg. Discover the area's live music and casinos.

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KwaZuluNatal Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at KwaZuluNatal Museum during your travels in Pietermaritzburg. Discover the area's countryside and casinos.

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Msunduzi Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Msunduzi Museum during your trip to Pietermaritzburg. Take in the live music and countryside in the area.

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Comrades Marathon House

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Comrades Marathon House during your travels in Pietermaritzburg. Amble around the area's gardens or experience its live music.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around National Botanical Gardens?

National Botanical Gardens is located in Pietermaritzburg. You'll find 62 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near National Botanical Gardens?

Adjacent to National Botanical Gardens, Ilawu Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another good choice is Hidden Inn, located just 0.8 mi (1.2 km) away.

How many hotels are there close to National Botanical Gardens?

Expedia has 62 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from National Botanical Gardens.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near National Botanical Gardens, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to National Botanical Gardens.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near National Botanical Gardens?

To access more information about updating your stay near National Botanical Gardens or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near National Botanical Gardens?

The Old Prison, Msunduzi Museum, and Macrorie House Museum feature captivating exhibits. Stopping by Pietermaritzburg Oval, Scottsville Racecourse, or Queen Elizabeth Park is a fun way to see all the area has to offer. Pietermaritzburg City Hall and Comrades Marathon House are both worth a visit while you're checking out the area.

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Our top choices for National Botanical Gardens hotels

1. The Sleeping Bao B&B

2. Redlands Hotel

3. Lexden Guesthouse

4. 7 on Oakleigh

5. Ilawu Lodge

6. Ekhaya Lodge

7. 79 On Ridge BNB

8. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

9. Golden Horse Hotel

10. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

11. Madlula's Guesthouse

12. ANEW Hotel Hilton

13. Stayeasy Pietermaritzburg

14. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

15. Room-alexandra Bed and Breakfast Room 1

16. Gateside Guest House

17. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 4

18. The Hilton Bush Lodge

19. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 3

20. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 5

Compare popular hotels close to National Botanical Gardens

Top National Botanical Gardens Hotel Reviews

ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

Golden Horse Hotel

Lexden Guesthouse

The Sleeping Bao B&B

Redlands Hotel

Wensleydale Guest Lodge

Other attractions near National Botanical Gardens

Macrorie House Museum

The Old Prison

Tatham Art Gallery

Pietermaritzburg City Hall

Pietermaritzburg Oval

KwaZuluNatal Museum

Msunduzi Museum

Comrades Marathon House

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