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Gateside Guest House

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 6 AM to 7 PM, pool loungers
Terrace/patio
Property entrance
Comfort Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Valley View, Poolside | Living area
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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11 Quarry Road, Hilton, KwaZulu-Natal, 3245
  • Place, Queen Elizabeth Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Howick Golf Club
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Pietermaritzburg City Hall
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pietermaritzburg (PZB)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Valley View

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Valley View | Room amenity

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Valley View

  • Valley view
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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Family Loft, 1 Bedroom

Family Loft, 1 Bedroom

  • Lake view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Comfort Studio, Fireplace | Living area

Comfort Studio, Fireplace

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Partial Lake View, Ground Floor

  • Partial lake view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Hill View

Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Hill View

  • Hill view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Valley View, Poolside

Comfort Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Valley View, Poolside | Living area

Comfort Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Valley View, Poolside

  • Valley view
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed OR 3 King Beds

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ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg
Hilton
  • Pool
  • Kids’ pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 215 reviews
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

About the area

Hilton

With a stay at Gateside Guest House in Hilton, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Howick Golf Club and Queen Elizabeth Park. .This bed & breakfast is 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Pietermaritzburg City Hall and 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from KwaZuluNatal Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Queen Elizabeth Park - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Howick Golf Club - 14 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Pietermaritzburg City Hall - 16 min drive - 14.8 km
  • The Old Prison - 16 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Golden Horse Casino - 20 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nino's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rotunda Farm Stall - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fire & Vine - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Keg And Hedgehog - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ground Coffee House - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Gateside Guest House

Gateside Guest House offers 8 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
At Gateside Guest House, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.
Gateside Guest House has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; ZAR 90 to 110 for adults and ZAR 50 to 90 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1940
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

Pets stay free

Service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 250.0 per stay

Cribs (infant beds) are available for ZAR 200.0 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 90 to 110 for adults, and ZAR 50 to 90 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 200.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 250.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Gateside Guest House Hilton

Gateside Guest House Pietermaritzburg

Gateside Guest House Bed & breakfast

Gateside Guest House Bed & breakfast Hilton

Gateside Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leonie

​We recently stayed at Gateside Guesthouse and had a wonderful experience. From the moment we arrived, we were struck by the peaceful atmosphere and the beautiful, well-manicured gardens. It truly feels like a quiet sanctuary in the heart of Hilton. ​The Highlights: ​The Warm Welcome: A huge thank you to Magda and Mandy(helping with last minute sewing suppliesl! Their hospitality really sets this place apart. They are incredibly attentive, professional, and went out of their way to make us feel welcome and well-cared for throughout our stay. ​The Rooms: Our room was spotlessly clean, spacious, and elegantly decorated. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and the attention to detail made it feel like a true home away from home. ​The Setting: Relaxing on the patio overlooking the garden was a highlight. It’s the perfect spot for a morning coffee or a quiet sundowner. ​Whether you are visiting for a school event or just need a getaway in the mist-belt, Gateside is the place to be. We’ll definitely be back, thanks in large part to the fantastic service from the team!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rory

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rory

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Coming back

A nice relaxed visit in an amazing atmosphere. The views down the valley are superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Michael, Vienna

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent!

Very neat with great hosts! Excellent! Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Venus

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elijah

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The guesthouse is in a beautiful location with lovely views. It was very clean and well stocked with basic amenities. I would highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Place :)

The room was beautiful and so clean! I loved the huge bathroom and private kitchen area! Bed was so comfortable and huge! And the view was stunning! Enjoyed our stay thoroughly:)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff are really friendly and accommodating. Really comfortable place to stay, wish we had done more than an overnight stop.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Accommodating

Good value for money, very friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect place to distress

It was perfect, everything was perfect fro the facility to the staff we really enjoyed our stay there. We will not hesitate to stay there in future again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Our overnight away from home!

Our brief visit was of utmost comfort. We were warmly received and Penny went beyond her means to ensure that we had a ground floor cottage. Will always cherish our visit.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy

2-person room was smaller than expected, but very comfortable. Heater and electric blankets were a nice addition for wintertime! Beautiful views as well. Parking was a bit tight with the property being fully booked out that night, but made a plan, and it all worked out fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Leslie, Derbyshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely B&B in a stunning location

Stayed at Gateside Guest house for 14 nights. The accommodation is fantastic and the staff in particular are to be recommended. Very friendly and helpful. The B&B is close to the Quarry shopping centre. The views from the accommodation are stunning. I would certainly recommend staying here.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Leona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect stopover accommodation with a fantastic view and lovely garden.

10/10 Excellent

Max

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025