Maputaland Guest House
1 Kabeljou Street, St Lucia 3936 South Africa
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Maputaland Guest House has 6 individually decorated, air-conditioned rooms with en-suite bathrooms, all with direct access to the swimming pool which is set in our tropical and tranquil garden, perfect to relax and unwind. Open your bedroom door onto the veranda to sit and enjoy the view of our tropical garden which surrounds all the rooms. 2 rooms serve as family units that are perfect for small families. Have a nice refreshing splash in the pool after a long day in the sun or laze around the pool and relax while you are entertained by bird songs. The garden is a bird lover's paradise, and over 500 species have been identified in the St Lucia and Elephant Coast area. Maputaland Guest House has become world-renowned for the warm hospitality of its German, English & Afrikaans speaking hosts, Gisela, Jörg and Penny Orban. With a great knowledge of the area and surroundings, we can help you plan your stay with us and the rest of your journey.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Beach
Bicycle rental
Couples massage
Non-smoking hotel
Street parking
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Shallow end in pool
Outdoor dining area
Bicycles available
Hiking
Horseback riding
Snorkelling
Bowling offsite
Fishing
Tennis court offsite
Walking tours
Foot massage
Hand massage
Head massage
Massage
Neck massage
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun loungers / beach chairs
First aid kit
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Room features
Air conditioning
Desk
Housekeeping
Safe
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Coffee / tea maker
Walk-in shower
Complimentary toiletries
Private bathrooms
Tile / marble floor
Hair dryer
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Pool view
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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Family
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Languages Spoken
English, Afrikaans, German
Location
66Somewhat walkable
Grade: 66 out of 100
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1 Kabeljou Street, St Lucia 3936 South Africa
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the owner are very nice und helpfull whenever you need some informations; they do bookings for trips and do everything that you feel good!!! breakfast is great; we have nothing to complain at all; save place
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The house and rooms were very quiet and welcoming, breakfast served was great and the host and his 3 lovely dogs were very helpful. He gave us great advice and pointers on activities, and we were very grateful. Highly recommended
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Very friendly and tranquil, owner run guest house in St. Lucia. Very good breakfast with toast, cheese, wurst, eggs, fruits, yoghurt and fresh coffee. Jörg, the owner, gives you a lot of helpful reccomendations what to do in St. Lucia and where to eat out.
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Nice and cosy accomodation,very helpfull and friendly staff!kids loved it as well.a lot to see and do around.we would surely recommend it to other familes travelling with their teenagers.and we would like to return ourselves one day
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Date of stay: April 2023
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We stayed for 2 nights and had a great time. The owner could not have been. more helpful going out of his way to make sure we made the best use of our time. He even provided Beach mats and cool box for our day trip in the nature reserve and Cape vidal. All in all brilliant.
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We felt totally comfortable and Jörg and Gisela are wonderful hosts.Jörg gave us valuable tips for things to do in the area. W e had the best breakfast of our South Africa trip . The Wetlands are definitely wonderfull .
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As always an extremely pleasant stay which leads us to return every time we travel to South Africa. The stay at Maputaland Guesthouse lets us unwind and enjoy a beautiful place in a beautiful country.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Gisela and her family made us a very warm welcome, great hospitality, very helpful. Breakfast was excellent, rooms are very nice and the garden just beautiful. Next time we come to St. Lucia we would love to stay here again
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Good vibes/ clean/ breakfast delicious and top location! We had a great time and rest over here. Owners are very helpfull and frirendly. We loved the dogs. So sweet! We will come back here when visiting south africa again.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Stayed 2 nights with my 2 granddaughters and loved the friendly hospitality and helpfulness.with booking a hippo cruise. Enjoyed sitting in the garden. Would highly recommend staying here. Good location.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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PRICE RANGE
US$73 - US$90 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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South AfricaKwaZulu-NatalSt Lucia
NUMBER OF ROOMS
6
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Frequently Asked Questions about Maputaland Guest House
Which popular attractions are close to Maputaland Guest House?
Nearby attractions include St Lucia Beach (0.4 km), Amala Massage & Gifts (0.7 km), and Cape Vidal Lighthouse (0.8 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Maputaland Guest House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Maputaland Guest House?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a desk, and a pool view.
What food & drink options are available at Maputaland Guest House?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and an outdoor dining area during their stay.
Is parking available at Maputaland Guest House?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Maputaland Guest House?
Conveniently located restaurants include Reef and Dune, Braza, and KAUAI St Lucia.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Maputaland Guest House?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Is Maputaland Guest House located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.4 km away from the centre of St Lucia.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Maputaland Guest House?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, German, and Afrikaans.
Are there any historical sites close to Maputaland Guest House?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Veyane Cultural Village (5.2 km).