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Ilawu Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Pietermaritzburg with free breakfast and spa services
your current months are February, 2025 and March, 2025.
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Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool
Staircase
Staircase
Self catering apartments

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool

Explore the area

Map
2 Marcom Road Prestbury, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, 3201
  • National Botanical Gardens
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Macrorie House Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • The Old Prison
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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4.2 out of 5, Very good, (8)
The price is AU$65
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
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About the area

Pietermaritzburg

At Ilawu Hotel you'll be within a 10-minute walk of National Botanical Gardens and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Macrorie House Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include a children's swimming pool, spa services and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Pietermaritzburg hotel, you'll be 3.3 km (2 mi) from The Old Prison and 4 km (2.5 mi) from statue of Gandhi.

What's nearby

  • The Old Prison - 4 min drive
  • Pietermaritzburg City Hall - 5 min drive
  • Comrades Marathon House - 7 min drive
  • Scottsville Racecourse - 8 min drive
  • Golden Horse Casino - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elephant & Co. - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Essence Deli-Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mamma Mia's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dulce Café - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Ilawu Hotel

Hotel in Pietermaritzburg with free breakfast and spa services
Ilawu Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily.

Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Ilawu Hotel. Self parking is free.

This Pietermaritzburg hotel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Ilawu Hotel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations, with minibars. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
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.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Ilawu Hotel?

Yep, Ilawu Hotel has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Ilawu Hotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer spa services.

Does Ilawu Hotel have a pool?

Ilawu Hotel has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool.

Does Ilawu Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary buffet breakfast is offered daily between 6 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ilawu Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Ilawu Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ilawu Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ilawu Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Ilawu Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 27 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Siduduzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
It was amazing, although we had to move to another branch, since the desired one was fully booked... please make sure you confirm with the hotel before accepting a booking..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Restuarant on site
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

4/10 Poor

Frances

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very disappointing
The room was not ready at 6.30pm on checkin. Had to ask for cups.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

2/10 Terrible

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bad Choice
Booked and paid online.(it was only 2 hours begore booking in) At arriving at the hotel was told that they have no record of my booking or payment and that they were fully booked. Called for a manager who advised that they could assist with accommodation. After a 2 hour wait was then told we have to another R500 for 2 rooms. Accomodation was very poor with rooms clean but very little working in the room. Paid R1500 for a suite that had no bedside light, TV did not work, one small hand towel only, shower bad tiling and quite dangerous, noisy party upstairs. Very Bad experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

4/10 Poor

Alex

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was average, the receptionist was not there upon arrival. He did not know of the benefits associated with the purchase( breakfast was included in the site). The beds were 2 singles beds pushed together which is fine expect the beds were not the same and it was uncomfortable to lay in the middle.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

2/10 Terrible

Mthethwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Poor
We booked a 4slepper paid but got allocated with a 2sleeper room. The room we were given for starters it was small terrible view facing tools that are dumped of and Jojo tanks, also had no bar fridge as promise.. Sqiniseko who was our receptionist couldn't do much because hotel was fully booked on that day. But nevertheless the restaurant was exceptional good, enjoyed the pool and staff were very simplistic..but i our expectations were not met had to share a bed with my daughter, husband and i. Overall did not get what we paid for
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

andronica, Sebokeng,Vanderbijlpark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
To return stay
Enjoyed every moment plus the complementary transport superb

10/10 Excellent

Kgape

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Ivan, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay at the Ilawu
This is a value for money unlicensed hotel. Staff are are very friendly and helpful. Simple but good food served both in the evenings and at breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

Khethiwe, Northern Cape

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Great. staff were very pleasant

4/10 Poor

PRADYUMNA, Mumbai India

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not for relaxing, eat and feel good.
The following are my observations. 1. Bath room cubicle door was a nuisance, it was not closing. 2. No bath soap kept at all. 3. The room lighting was poor. 4. Window shutter did not close at all. Its lock was broken. 5. Breakfast cereals had nothing to select. No orange juice at all. Thank god the Chef was a gentleman who made omlette of my choice and later made vegetarian curry for me. God bless him. 6. The manager, and others were good, they allowed me to check in early as I had arrived early, and later on the last day, I had to wait longer since my bus was to leave at 3pm, they permitted me to wait in the lobby. 7. Overall, I was not happy inside my room, I kept myself busy outside. But will not experiment with these cheap hotels, although 750 Rands is not a small amount.

4/10 Poor

Claude, Durban

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Nice location for a quick overnight stay
The Ilawu Hotel is very conveniently situated just outside the central business district, next to the Botanical Gardens. The staff were pleasant and the hotel is well maintained. Rooms were well appointed with DSTV and a nice shower. The bed was a major disappointment and the mattress past its usage period.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Comfortable
Location was good for our business trip. Signage was not great and we struggled to find the hotel at first. Breakfast was good.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hotel, Excellent Staff. Recommended
Nice hotel. Great Value. Excellent Friendly staff. I recommend this hotel.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great location
i had a very nice stay at ilawu hotel. I will book again next time.

10/10 Excellent

Melanie & Harry, Perth Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service
It was most enjoyable with the best breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ilawu Hotel
Our overall experience was very good. The hotel staff were courteous, efficient, and friendly. The hotel was very clean and safe. The owner went out of his way to make our stay very pleasant. We would recommend this hotel to anyone seeking mid-range accommodation.

8/10 Good

pharuma, ila

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
No supper served, please inform guests in advance. Selling of coffee if its notduring breakfast is not very friendly especially when it is thay cold.

8/10 Good

Vini, Joburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cosy spot on the side of PMG
Great stay.

10/10 Excellent

RED SAPIRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was absolutely fantastic. We swam the Midmar Mile and they made us a full hot breakfast at 5h30 in the morning. What a pleasant stay.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We, my wife and I, enjoyed it very much. The room and bathroom were spotless clean. The room and bathroom were cleaned everyday with new clean towels every day. When we had to extend our stay due to work, we did not hasitate to make our stay in iLawu longer. Your breakfasts were great.

8/10 Good

Xavier, Paris, France

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
terrasse agréable, parking sécurisé

6/10 Okay

Roland, Karlsruhe

Preisgünstiges Hotel, zentral gelegen
Preisleistungsverhältnis ok, leider sehr hellhörig (Straßenlärm, Personal auch frühmorgens)