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The Sleeping Bao B&B

3.0 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Exterior
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor pool, open 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM, pool loungers
Interior entrance
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
139 Howick Road Wembley, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, 3201
  • Tatham Art Gallery
    3 min drive
  • statue of Gandhi
    3 min drive
  • Pietermaritzburg City Hall
    3 min drive
  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB)
    9 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Pool Access

Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Pool Access

Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Pool Access

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Fan
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Pietermaritzburg

The Sleeping Bao B&B puts you in the centre of Pietermaritzburg, 3 km (1.9 mi) from statue of Gandhi and 3.3 km (2 mi) from Tatham Art Gallery. Highlights at this Victorian B&B include free daily breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. 250 square feet (23 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and a microwave in a common area. Each morning free English breakfast is offered between 5:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of a beach shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Pietermaritzburg B&B, you'll be 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Hindu temples and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from National Botanical Gardens.
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What's nearby

  • Pietermaritzburg City Hall - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Pietermaritzburg Oval - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Scottsville Racecourse - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Golden Horse Casino - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Queen Elizabeth Park - 7 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elephant & Co. - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Essence Deli-Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sagewood Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mamma Mia's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Sleeping Bao B&B

Victorian bed & breakfast with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this bed & breakfast measures 250 square feet (23 square metres) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the business-friendly The Sleeping Bao B&B. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of The Sleeping Bao B&B was completed in August 2022.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Pietermaritzburg bed & breakfast.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 250 sq ft of conference space
  • 23 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1920
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
The Sleeping Bao B&B offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Pietermaritzburg bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Swahili, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 250 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1920
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 200.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 200.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Touch 'n Go eWallet
Cashless transactions are available
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, debit cards, cash, mobile payments and Touch 'n Go eWallet. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 August and close on 31 May.
  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

Property is also known as

Sleeping Bao
Sleeping Bao B&B
Sleeping Bao B&B Pietermaritzburg
Sleeping Bao Pietermaritzburg
The Sleeping Bao B B
The Sleeping Bao B&B Bed & breakfast
The Sleeping Bao B&B Pietermaritzburg
The Sleeping Bao B&B Bed & breakfast Pietermaritzburg

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Sleeping Bao B&B?

The Sleeping Bao B&B offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Sleeping Bao B&B?

Yep, The Sleeping Bao B&B has a free self car park.

Does The Sleeping Bao B&B have a pool?

The Sleeping Bao B&B has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from August 01 to May 31).

Does The Sleeping Bao B&B serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary English breakfast is offered daily between 5:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Sleeping Bao B&B?

No, The Sleeping Bao B&B does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Sleeping Bao B&B?

Check-in begins at 12:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Sleeping Bao B&B?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Sleeping Bao B&B Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

J D

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elmarie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay during my business in Pietermaritzburg
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

AM

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Alison

8/10 Good

Nhlanhla

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nthabiseng

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Mthetho

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and safe; the house and property are beautiful. Joice was very welcoming and attentive. Full breakfast was excellent. The street can be busy and noisy at times but did not detract from the property.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dalene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Service, Majestic Property
What an Incredible Stay! Thank You very much to Joice and the team for making it such a special time. I sent a list of little extras that could make our stay even better like better Wifi, a table or shelf in the bathroom and an extra little cupboard for snacks. But an incredible stay at a Majestic Property I look forward to many returns back here
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

sae

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice
Excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Hugh

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lulu

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great time. The place is quiet and super clean. Close to town and mall
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Heinrich

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for money
Great looking place with lot of woodwork, great friendly staff. Nice bfast spread. Parking within compound. Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nombulelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Venue
The owners are super friendly and the B & B is gorgeous

10/10 Excellent

Gareth, Cape Town

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A home away from home
I was only staying for a short, one night stay for business but i wish I could have stayed longer. The room was comfortable and impeccably clean, the property is absolutely beautiful and the managers and staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating. I was so relaxed I could have been visiting family. Lovely place.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

6/10 Okay

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convinient stop over in pietermaritzburg
Pleasant accommodation in a beautiful old house. I was just stopping over for the night, certainly met my needs.

8/10 Good

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal for a stopover to the coast.
Friendly and helpful owners.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay in PMB
The location, hospitality of our hosts, great breakfast, and reasonable price made our stay here wonderful. If we're back in Maritzburg, we'll stay here again.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The Sleeping Bao
All in all not a bad experience, the owner and/or his workers was available. Breakfast was good. However the following are area's of critisism, especially with the rates charged: - No credit card facilities, even though the website indicated that it was available and payment had to be made in cash - Parking is a problem and limited, with no undercover parking - No DSTV and the normal channels reception very poor - Closets in guestroom locked, only hanging space with no hangers supplied to hang clothes on - The very spacious bathroom, used as a storage place for old magazines - The only chair in the room was an old (probably broken) vibrating/massaging chair

6/10 Okay

Mike, Johannesburg, RSA

Disliked: Staff & service
The Sleeping Bao B+B in Pietermaritzburg RSA
Room not serviced on our 2nd day. Broken shower door, (told owner) Bath towels too small. Only one small hand towel. Floor mats in bathroom should be removed. Bath mat to be available. Top sheet to be provided in the bed, so it can be cleaned regularly. How often is the duvet washed? Owner is friendly and helpful. Kitchen staff are cheerful. Breakfast is tasty.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Laszlo, Keszthely

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
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