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A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a decorative partition with signs.

A living room with a brown sofa, a ceiling fan, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and bar stools.

A room with a bed, a small table, and a chair. There is a window with a view of the outside.

A cozy living room with a wooden sofa, a dining table, and a Christmas tree.

1. 7 on Oakleigh

1.9 km from National Botanical Gardens

Buyisiwe

฿2,388

฿2,388 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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.

A bright room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table with magazines, and a wicker chair.

2. Lexden Guesthouse

2.2 km from National Botanical Gardens

Alistair

฿6,262

฿7,202 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

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

3. Redlands Hotel

2.3 km from National Botanical Gardens

Gillian

฿4,182

฿4,810 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

฿1,615

฿1,858 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

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

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

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

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

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

฿2,021

฿2,674 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A garden pathway with various plants and a clear sky.

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

A covered outdoor seating area with chairs and potted plants.

A two-story house with a brick exterior, a front porch, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and shrubs.

6. Ekhaya Lodge

12.9 km from National Botanical Gardens

Mandisa

฿1,653

฿1,653 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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

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

Two people sitting on a bed with a tray of food and drinks, reading books.

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

Daniela

฿3,193

฿3,672 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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 modern lobby with a round wooden table, a sofa, and a patterned armchair.

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

฿3,935

฿4,564 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

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

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

A modern dining area with round tables, black chairs, and potted plants.

9. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

6 km from National Botanical Gardens

John

฿1,862

฿2,141 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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

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

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

฿2,237

฿2,572 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

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

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

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

A room with two blue chairs, a small round table, and a window with curtains.

11. King's Hill Guest House

8.2 km from National Botanical Gardens

฿2,488

฿2,488 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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

A large bed with white linens, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A courtyard with a rectangular pool, a large stone fountain, and outdoor seating.

A residential area with houses, a grassy lawn, and trees.

12. ANEW Hotel Hilton

8.5 km from National Botanical Gardens

฿3,277

฿3,277 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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 bowl of granola with blueberries and pumpkin seeds.

13. Stayeasy Pietermaritzburg

4 km from National Botanical Gardens

฿3,124

฿3,592 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

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 bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, and a window with a geometric pattern.

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

฿719

฿827 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A clear outdoor swimming pool surrounded by natural rock formations and greenery.

A garden patio with a brick pathway, a table, and an umbrella.

A two-story house with a front porch, columns, and a balcony.

A breakfast buffet with various food items, a decorative mirror, and a statue.

15. Bancroft B and B

5.3 km from National Botanical Gardens

Erik

฿2,654

฿2,654 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A conservatory with a view of a swimming pool and surrounding landscape.

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 two-story house with a front porch, a swimming pool, and a well-maintained lawn.

A gated entrance to a building with a green roof, a sign indicating 'Knight', and a view of the surrounding landscape.

16. Gateside Guest House

6.7 km from National Botanical Gardens

Sally

฿2,490

฿2,490 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

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

A circular pool with a brick border, surrounded by grass and trees, with the sun setting in the background.

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.

17. The Hilton Bush Lodge

14.6 km from National Botanical Gardens

Heino

฿2,900

฿3,335 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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

A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, white bedding, and multiple pillows. There are bedside lamps and a large abstract painting on the wall.

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

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

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

8 km from National Botanical Gardens

Rufaro

฿1,766

฿2,031 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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

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

A rustic wooden archway with a metal gate, surrounded by lush greenery and a dirt path.

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

19. Biggy Best Cottages

18.6 km from National Botanical Gardens

Cheyne

฿2,109

฿2,425 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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.

A two-story house with a tiled roof, a brick facade, and a number '3' sign above the entrance.

20. Thembelihle Guest House

Scottsville, 5.2 km from National Botanical Gardens

Christie

฿1,531

฿1,531 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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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."

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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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?

Hidden Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this B&B offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from National Botanical Gardens. Other good choices within 5 miles include Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg and Redlands Hotel.

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. King's Hill Guest House

12. ANEW Hotel Hilton

13. Stayeasy Pietermaritzburg

14. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

15. Bancroft B and B

16. Gateside Guest House

17. The Hilton Bush Lodge

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

19. Biggy Best Cottages

20. Thembelihle Guest House

Compare popular hotels close to National Botanical Gardens

Top National Botanical Gardens Hotel Reviews

Golden Horse Hotel

Lexden Guesthouse

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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