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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.

1. 7 on Oakleigh

1.9 km from National Botanical Gardens

Buyisiwe

S$90

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

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

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

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

2. Lexden Guesthouse

2.2 km from National Botanical Gardens

Alistair

S$265

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A two-story house with a swimming pool in front.

A large, multi-story brick building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with steps leading up to it.

A room with a view of a well-maintained lawn and trees, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A breakfast buffet with various food items, a fruit bowl, and a coffee station.

3. Redlands Hotel

2.3 km from National Botanical Gardens

Gillian

S$211

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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 traveller

S$69

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

A house with a central entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and a small garden.

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

A wooden staircase leading to a room with a chandelier, a door with a decorative glass panel, a wooden cabinet, and a striped sofa.

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

S$104

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A garden pathway with various plants and a clear sky.

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

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

A covered outdoor seating area with chairs and potted plants.

6. Ekhaya Lodge

12.9 km from National Botanical Gardens

Mandisa

S$62

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring leather sofas, patterned chairs, and a central coffee table.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a blue armchair.

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

A traditional Tudor-style building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

7. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

8.4 km from National Botanical Gardens

Paula

S$137

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a round glass table, a large floral centerpiece, and a seating area with chairs.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden side table, and a large window with curtains.

A modern living room with a plush ottoman, a wooden side table with a vase of flowers, a patterned armchair, and a mirror on the wall.

8. Golden Horse Hotel

Scottsville, 5 km from National Botanical Gardens

CATHRINE Terry

S$177

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A hotel with a prominent sign reading "Road Lodge by City Lodge Hotels".

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

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

9. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

6 km from National Botanical Gardens

John

S$73

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by a patio area with outdoor seating and a covered section.

A brick pathway leading to a house with a garden and a clear blue sky.

A building with a reception area, stone facade, and large windows.

A covered outdoor seating area with a planter of blue flowers, a brick pathway, and a yellow building with large windows.

10. Madlula's Guesthouse

Scottsville, 5.6 km from National Botanical Gardens

S$100

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

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

A hallway leading to a living room with a sofa and a coffee table.

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

S$133

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a desk, a chair, a plant, and a view of a pool and greenery.

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a white chair.

A building entrance with a sign reading 'Hampton,' a sliding glass door, a small step leading to the door, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table with a plant, a microwave, and a view of a swimming pool.

12. King's Hill Guest House

8.2 km from National Botanical Gardens

S$103

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, multiple floors, and a central atrium.

A bowl of yogurt with fruits and seeds on a wooden table, a glass of water with a flower, and strawberries and nuts scattered around.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a bedside table with a phone.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

13. Stayeasy Pietermaritzburg

4 km from National Botanical Gardens

S$141

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A bed with a dark headboard, white bedding, and decorative pillows. There is a folded towel on the bed, a remote control on a side table, and a framed picture on the wall.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, a window with curtains, and a ceiling fan.

A bathroom with a white sink, a faucet, and a soap dispenser.

14. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

Scottsville, 5.3 km from National Botanical Gardens

S$32

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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 sunlit patio with wooden flooring, a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a grill.

15. Gateside Guest House

6.7 km from National Botanical Gardens

Sally

S$91

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

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.

16. The Hilton Bush Lodge

14.6 km from National Botanical Gardens

Heino

S$125

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A cozy living room with wicker furniture, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A dining area with white chairs and tables, a large vase, and a television on the wall.

An outdoor seating area with green chairs and a table, surrounded by plants and a blue awning.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings with tiled roofs.

17. Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering

8 km from National Botanical Gardens

Rufaro

S$76

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A traditional house with a steeply pitched roof, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden.

A hotel room with a bed, a cityscape painting, and a window with curtains.

A modern building with a glass door entrance, a patio with outdoor furniture, and a garden with a statue of a horse and rider.

A dining area with multiple tables set for four, each with a lace tablecloth and wooden chairs.

18. Biggy Best Cottages

18.6 km from National Botanical Gardens

Cheyne

S$90

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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 backyard with a swimming pool, a wooden pergola, and outdoor seating.

19. Thembelihle Guest House

Scottsville, 5.2 km from National Botanical Gardens

Christie

S$56

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 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 house with a sloped roof, a front door, and a small porch area. There is a paved driveway leading to the house, and a grassy area with a few potted plants.

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

20. Wensleydale Guest Lodge

6.3 km from National Botanical Gardens

Thobani

S$60

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to National Botanical Gardens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
7 on Oakleigh	7.8 Good 9 reviews	View
Lexden Guesthouse	10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews	View
Redlands Hotel	8.2 Very good 24 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

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

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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around National Botanical Gardens?

National Botanical Gardens is located in Pietermaritzburg. You'll find 51 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place 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 traveller 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 should I expect to find close to National Botanical Gardens?

Expedia has 51 hotels and other accommodation options 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 as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to National Botanical Gardens.

What can I see and do near National Botanical Gardens?

Msunduzi Museum, Macrorie House Museum and The Old Prison 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 out exploring.

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Our top choices for National Botanical Gardens hotels

1. 7 on Oakleigh

2. Lexden Guesthouse

3. Redlands Hotel

4. Ilawu Lodge

5. 79 On Ridge BNB

6. Ekhaya Lodge

7. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

8. Golden Horse Hotel

9. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

10. Madlula's Guesthouse

11. ANEW Hotel Hilton

12. King's Hill Guest House

13. Stayeasy Pietermaritzburg

14. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

15. Gateside Guest House

16. The Hilton Bush Lodge

17. Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering

18. Biggy Best Cottages

19. Thembelihle Guest House

20. Wensleydale Guest Lodge

Compare popular hotels close to National Botanical Gardens

Top National Botanical Gardens Hotel Reviews

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

Comrades Marathon House

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