Lexden Guesthouse

–Excellent location - show map
+43 photos
Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Free WiFi

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Lexden Guesthouse in Pietermaritzburg offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden views. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, refrigerator, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace, enjoy the bar, and take advantage of free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include a hot tub, kitchenette, and outdoor dining area. Delicious Breakfast: A full English or Irish breakfast is served daily, catering to special diets. The property also provides free toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers for added comfort. Prime Location: Located 9 km from Pietermaritzburg Airport, the guest house is near attractions such as KwaZulu-Natal Museum (3.6 km) and Howick Falls (20 km). Highly rated for its attentive staff, room cleanliness, and comfort.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish

  • Free private parking available on-site

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There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Guests who stayed here loved

Khobane
South Africa South Africa
“The location was easy to get to and convenient to move around to other locations, shops, restaurants etc”
Ian
Australia Australia
“Very convenient location, lots of parking, easy access. Clean, beautiful rooms and private eating areas. Awesome swimming pool and garden with views. A lovely tranquil setting. Very friendly and competent owners and staff.”
Mojapelo
South Africa South Africa
“A clean and very well kept property with gorgeously, manicured gardens! So serene. Stunning bedrooms with exquisite country style luxury finishes, furniture and linen! Friendly staff and owner. Very comfortable stay. Definitely “home” away...”
Rammoko
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Really clean, lush and green with friendly hosts. Perfect for a retreat with your favourite person 😉”
Heidi
South Africa South Africa
“Beautiful Clean Comfortabel Friendly and helpful staff”
Melanie
South Africa South Africa
“Stunning property with some privacy for each room. Super clean, beautiful rooms with clean fresh linen and a comfy bed. Really appreciated the underfloor heating and electric blanket at night! The staff member who welcomed me knew exactly who I...”
Mandy
South Africa South Africa
“Exquisite guesthouse in beautiful surroundings. Absolutely luxurious!”
Jayce
South Africa South Africa
“Home from home, comfy and pristine. Every need catered for, will be back.”
Sinenhlanhla
South Africa South Africa
“Beautifully decorated, comfortable beds and host is so passionate about what she does…it comes through in everything.”
Kalayani
Australia Australia
“beautiful rooms Delicious breakfast friendly staff”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.7Based on 87 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Lexden is a unique property, in extent 5500 square metres with panoramic views of Pietermaritzburg. Situated 3km from the City Hall, Lexden is conveniently situated to the shopping, business and restaurant hub and the N3 (National Motorway). The spacious stylishly appointed rooms and apartments offer outstanding comfort and decor, luxury facilities, peace and tranquility.

Languages spoken

English,Zulu

Property surroundings

House rules

Lexden Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 04:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners Club Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that guests arriving after 20:00, on the day of arrival, may be subject to a late checkin fee. Lexden cannot accommodate guests arriving after 22:00.

Please inform Lexden Guesthouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.