Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
Cnr. Hesketh Drive and New England Rd Hayfields, Pietermaritzburg 3201 South Africa
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What you can expect during your stay
- All linens sanitised in high-temperature wash
- Face masks required for guests in public areas
- Face masks required for staff in public areas
- Floors marked for social distancing
- Hand sanitiser available to guests & staff
- Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
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Updated 20/06/26 Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
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Updated 20/06/26 Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
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#6 of 12 hotels in Pietermaritzburg
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Looking for a place to stay in Pietermaritzburg? Then look no further than Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg, a family-friendly hotel that brings the best of Pietermaritzburg to your doorstep.
Guest rooms offer air conditioning, and Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg makes getting online easy as free wifi is available.
As an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests.
Close to some of Pietermaritzburg's most popular landmarks, such as Tala Private Game Reserve (2.6 mi) and Pietermaritzburg Worlds View (2.9 mi), Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg is a great destination for tourists.
When you’re feeling hungry, be sure to check out John Dory's Golden Horse Casino, which is a seafood restaurant that is popular with locals and out-of-towners alike.
If you’re looking for something to do, Butterflies for Africa, KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, and Wylie Park are a nice way to spend some time.
We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg as you experience everything Pietermaritzburg has to offer.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Internet
Outdoor pool
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Airport transportation
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Air conditioning
Flatscreen TV
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Non-smoking rooms
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Cnr. Hesketh Drive and New England Rd Hayfields, Pietermaritzburg 3201 South Africa
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The bathroom plumbing needed attention which caused the toilet to stink. The smell was disgusting. There was one bath towel in the bathroom and at that late hour I had to go in search of another towel. The room readiness should have been checked. The chap at reception made me wait when I asked for a towel and 4 minutes later he directed me to ask someone else for a towel.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Very rude staff from the security to the front office. The following morning we had to be told that we were being asked out of the hotel because ANC had a booking yet previously we were told they had rooms .
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Date of stay: December 2021
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Response from Public Relations Manager, Marketing at Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
Responded 09 Jan 2022
Thank you for choosing Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg and taking the time to review your stay. We are greatly saddened to hear that your experience was disappointing and you weren’t able to stay for as long as you would have liked to. We have tried to contact you to discuss this further and have been unsuccessful. During your stay, we did have a large group in house but we always strive to make all of our guests feel welcome. We are so sorry we dropped the ball in this instance. Please accept our sincere apologies for the inconvenience and resulting frustration. We hope you will choose to stay with us again so that we may redeem ourselves.
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Very friendly Staff and potentially one of the best hotel options in Pietermaritzburg with affordable prices. I enjoyed the breakfast, not too many options but good enough, I would definitely recommend.
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Date of stay: October 2021Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Public Relations Manager, Marketing at Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
Responded 17 Oct 2021
Thank you for choosing one of our hotels as you spend quality and memorable time with your loved ones. We are delighted to hear your appraisal of our friendly staff and hotel facilities. We look forward to welcoming you again soon!
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Best Road lodge ever,clean,friendly staff and good breakfast.Clean rooms and bedding and plenty toiletries.The staff also very helpful and friendly.I enjoyed my stay whilst I was there.Plenty of wifi too my children were so excited.
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Date of stay: May 2021
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Response from Public Relations Manager, Marketing at Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
Responded 11 May 2021
We are so pleased to read such a review! Thank you for staying with us and commending our staff for their great efforts to give you a comfortable stay, meeting all your requirements and needs. We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us and look forward to welcoming you back soon.
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I'm usually a guesthouse person, but now I think City lodges like this offer a better deal than most guest houses. The place is spotless clean, the staff are friendly and they have a range of services that you typically wouldn't find at a guest house.
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Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Public Relations Manager, Marketing at Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
Responded 04 Oct 2020
We are absolutely delighted to learn that you enjoyed your stay with us and we are pleased to read your appraisal of our team, services and facilities. We look forward to having you stay with us again soon.
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Nothing is explained or communicated No service provided at all for anything, not even coffee There is a kettle in the room but nothing else, so its useless there is not even a cup in the bathroom for toothbrush etc. Staff and Management have no clue how basic services such as tea and coffee or breakfast can be provided even during Covid 19
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from CLHG Marketing, Marketing at Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
Responded 24 Sep 2020
Thank you for choosing Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg and for sharing feedback on your experience. We are so sorry that you found your stay disappointing. City Lodge Hotel Group has strict Covid-19 prevention protocols in place to ensure that guests and staff stay safe. In addition, we have launched a contactless online check-in system and are working out the teething problems. However, this is no excuse for failing to deliver our usual high standard of service excellence. Our hotel general manager has looked into all of the challenges you listed. Your room was booked through a third party and they declined the packed breakfast and reserved your stay for room only. However, staff should have checked with this with you on arrival, you should also have been offered a refreshment box at upon arrival, to make tea and coffee in your room, and we are truly sorry for this oversight. Our reception team is being retrained to ensure that you benefit from all of the time-saving and safety features of the online check-in, but that your needs are also fully met and you receive our traditional warm welcome. The housekeeping team has been made aware of the lack of a cup and glass in your room, and again, we apologise for this oversight. We have taken the necessary steps to ensure they won’t happen again. We hope that you will give us another chance to redeem ourselves and show you our very best hospitality.
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Everything was in order. Except that the Network for Vodacom in my Corner Room 4 was bad, but that is not RL problem i guess. i really enjoyed my short stay here. Should i decide to take a short left to PMB and surroundings I would definitely re-visit.
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Travelled on business
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Room Tip: Upstairs with a Good View to the N3 Freeway.
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Response from The_CLHG_Team, Public Relations Manager at Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
Responded 17 Mar 2020
Thank you for staying with us and for the constructive review. We look forward to having you stay with us again soon.
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Very noisy you can hear everything but one good thing I suppose is that the reception let us know and apologized for it before, never the less we had a large group check in with us lots of children but no discipline ran up and down knocking on room doors and running away at 5 am in the morning this was bad. Then they offer free Wi-Fi that does not work on the most simple of WhatsApp message reception well say no more. You get what you pay for.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from CLHGMarketing, Public Relations Manager at Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
Responded 30 Apr 2020
Thank you for choosing to stay at our hotel and for sharing feedback on your experience. We are so sorry that we did not meet your requirements. Our hotel general manager has looked into the matter confirms that there was a large group checked into the hotel during your stay. We do try to limit the noise and disruption large groups can cause to other guests, but on this occasion we were clearly not successful. Hotel management has investigated the WiFi service and confirms that this is now working optimally. We do apologise for the inconvenience, as we strive to ensure our guests are as comfortable as possible. We hope that you consider booking with us in the future and allow us to redeem ourselves.
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Lovely friendly staff. Great housekeeping. Had the best stay and will definitely be back. Close to Picknpay and Spar, really convenient. The pool area is clean and neat but needs umbrellas for more shade.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from The_CLHG_Team, Public Relations Manager at Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
Responded 25 Feb 2020
Thank you for staying with us. We are glad you enjoyed the classic ambiance of the hotel, our helpful and friendly staff as well as the hotel's location. We look forward to giving you a warm welcome again soon.
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The rooms are modern, very clean. The rooms have aircon, but a little noisy. Free wifi is offered. The bathrooms are small, with just a basin, toilet and shower, which is typical of budget hotels. Excellent service, and a fair breakfast
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Response from The_CLHG_Team, Public Relations Manager at Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
Responded 24 Jan 2020
Thank you for staying with us and we are so glad that you had a great stay! We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
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PRICE RANGE
US$45 - US$48 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
South AfricaKwaZulu-NatalPietermaritzburg
NUMBER OF ROOMS
90
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Claim Your Listing Frequently Asked Questions about Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
Which popular attractions are close to Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg?
Nearby attractions include Cumberland Nature Reserve (5.7 km), KwaZulu-Natal Museum (4.4 km), and Tatham Art Gallery (4.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and airport transportation.
Is parking available at Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg?
Conveniently located restaurants include Sagewood Cafe, Tandoor Kitchen, and Olive & Oil.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg?
Yes, guests have access to an outdoor pool during their stay.
Does Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg have airport transportation?
Yes, Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.