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A brick building with a sign reading 'Redlands Hotel.'

A dining table with various dishes, a view of a green landscape through a window, and a statue.

A room with a piano, leather ottoman, armchair, and a wall of liquor bottles.

A bathroom with two sinks, each with a gold faucet, and a mirror above them.

1. Redlands Hotel

2.3 km from National Botanical Gardens

Gillian

SAR 422

SAR 485 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

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

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a bedside table, and a view of greenery outside.

2. Lexden Guesthouse

2.2 km from National Botanical Gardens

Alistair

SAR 467

SAR 537 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

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 room with a bed, a small table, and a chair. There is a window with a view of the outside.

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

3. 7 on Oakleigh

1.9 km from National Botanical Gardens

Buyisiwe

SAR 241

SAR 241 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

4. 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 164

SAR 193 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

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

A backyard with a swimming pool, patio furniture, and a covered seating area.

5. 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 224

SAR 296 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A garden pathway with various plants and a clear sky.

Two remote controls on a wooden surface with a potted succulent in the background.

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

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

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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.

7. Golden Horse Hotel

Scottsville, 5 km from National Botanical Gardens

CATHRINE Terry

SAR 275

SAR 320 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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.

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

A bar area with a long counter, multiple chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

8. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

8.4 km from National Botanical Gardens

paul

SAR 308

SAR 362 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

A modern dining area with round tables, black chairs, and potted plants.

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

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

9. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

6 km from National Botanical Gardens

John

SAR 188

SAR 217 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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.

10. Madlula's Guesthouse

Scottsville, 5.6 km from National Botanical Gardens

Alan

SAR 248

SAR 285 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

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

A courtyard with a rectangular pool, a large stone fountain, and outdoor seating.

11. ANEW Hotel Hilton

8.5 km from National Botanical Gardens

SAR 368

SAR 368 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A room with a dining table, a chair, a mirror, and an air conditioning unit.

A kitchen with a built-in microwave, a stainless steel refrigerator, and wooden cabinets.

A restaurant with a curved glass wall, outdoor seating, and a view of the sky.

12. Regal Inn PMBurg

Scottsville, 4.6 km from National Botanical Gardens

SAR 198

SAR 234 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A portable air purifier with a control panel, a power button, and settings for air flow, mode, and timer.

A signpost in a landscaped area with a road in the background.

13. Room-alexandra Bed and Breakfast Room 1

4.4 km from National Botanical Gardens

SAR 101

SAR 117 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A narrow hallway with a tiled floor and grey walls.

A living room with a brick fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a microwave. There are two black bar stools and a grey sofa in the living area.

A hotel room with two single beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

14. Spacious 5-bedroom House in Pietermaritzburg With Shared Pool

5.8 km from National Botanical Gardens

SAR 568

SAR 654 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A cozy, open-air structure with a wooden roof and large windows, surrounded by lush trees and greenery.

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.

15. The Hilton Bush Lodge

14.6 km from National Botanical Gardens

Louren

SAR 194

SAR 223 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

16. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 4

4.4 km from National Botanical Gardens

SAR 108

SAR 124 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 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 spacious living area with a wooden floor, a sofa with yellow cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

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

17. Gateside Guest House

6.7 km from National Botanical Gardens

Sally

SAR 254

SAR 254 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wall-mounted mirror, a large mirror, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted bull skull.

A swimming pool with a stone deck, a covered patio, and a small house with a door and windows.

A cozy living room with a brick wall, a brown sofa with cushions, a small round table with a plant, and a large window with curtains.

A cozy kitchen with a round table, wicker chairs, and a stone wall.

18. Wensleydale Guest Lodge

6.3 km from National Botanical Gardens

Thobani

SAR 170

SAR 170 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with a large wardrobe, a bed with white linens, and two paintings on the wall.

A house with a well-maintained garden, large windows, and a tiled roof.

A two-story house with a tiled roof, a brick facade, and a number '3' sign above the entrance.

19. Thembelihle Guest House

Scottsville, 5.2 km from National Botanical Gardens

Christie

SAR 161

SAR 161 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A residential property with a swimming pool, surrounded by a fenced yard and a large house with a tiled roof.

A compact kitchen with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A two-story house with a well-maintained lawn and potted plants.

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

20. Nutmeg Guest House

18 km from National Botanical Gardens

Anonymous traveler

SAR 186

SAR 218 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to National Botanical Gardens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Redlands Hotel	8.0 Very good 25 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
79 On Ridge BNB	10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews	View

Top National Botanical Gardens Hotel Reviews

ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

10/10 Excellent

"Such friendly staff made the stay that much more enjoyable."

Madlula's Guesthouse

8/10 Good

"Clean room good bed unfortunately we were in a room opposite reception and loud noises from other guests kept us awake"

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👌"

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The Old Prison

6.0/10 (2 reviews)

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Tatham Art Gallery

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Pietermaritzburg City Hall

7.2/10 (7 reviews)

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Pietermaritzburg Oval

8.0/10 (1 review)

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KwaZuluNatal Museum

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Msunduzi Museum

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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. Redlands Hotel

2. Lexden Guesthouse

3. 7 on Oakleigh

4. Ilawu Lodge

5. 79 On Ridge BNB

6. Ekhaya Lodge

7. Golden Horse Hotel

8. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

9. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

10. Madlula's Guesthouse

11. ANEW Hotel Hilton

12. Regal Inn PMBurg

13. Room-alexandra Bed and Breakfast Room 1

14. Spacious 5-bedroom House in Pietermaritzburg With Shared Pool

15. The Hilton Bush Lodge

16. Room-alexandra Bed & Breakfast Room 4

17. Gateside Guest House

18. Wensleydale Guest Lodge

19. Thembelihle Guest House

20. Nutmeg Guest House

Compare popular hotels close to National Botanical Gardens

Top National Botanical Gardens Hotel Reviews

ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

Madlula's Guesthouse

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

Frequently asked questions