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The Brackens Guest House

3.5 star property
Comfortable bed & breakfast with free breakfast and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Classic Triple Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Restaurant
Classic Triple Room | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
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  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Check out the area

Map
20 NQUTU ROAD, Hillcrest, KwaZulu-Natal, 3610
  • Popular LocationCamelot Golf Club and Estate19 min walk
  • Popular LocationShongweni Farmers Market3 min drive
  • Popular LocationKearsney College4 min drive
  • AirportDurban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)51 min drive

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12/10 Okay

Just a little bit below average .. but was fine ..
Jan 3, 2024
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Room options

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Deluxe Studio Suite | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio Suite

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Fan
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Fan
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Fan
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Hillcrest

The Brackens Guest House is located in Hillcrest. Shongweni Farmers Market and The Pavilion Westville are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Krantzkloof Nature Reserve and Paradise Valley Nature Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park or West Ridge Park Tennis Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Camelot Golf Club and Estate - 19 min walk
  • Shongweni Farmers Market - 3 min drive
  • Kearsney College - 4 min drive
  • St. Mary's Diocesan School for Girls - 10 min drive
  • Krantzkloof Nature Reserve - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Stretta Cafe - 13 min walk
  • Cafe Breve - 12 min walk
  • Thyme Square Cafe - 11 min walk
  • San Giuseppe Pizzeria E Trattoria - 4 min drive
  • Mozambik Hillcrest - 8 min walk

About this property

The Brackens Guest House

Property highlights
Take advantage of free English breakfast, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services at The Brackens Guest House. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at The Brackens Guest House have comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available

Property is also known as

The Brackens Hillcrest
The Brackens Guest House Hillcrest
The Brackens Guest House Bed & breakfast
The Brackens Guest House Bed & breakfast Hillcrest

Frequently asked questions

Does The Brackens Guest House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Brackens Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Brackens Guest House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Brackens Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Brackens Guest House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Brackens Guest House located?

Situated in Hillcrest, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Camelot Golf Club and Estate and Shongweni Farmers Market. Kearsney College is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

The Brackens Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just a little bit below average .. but was fine ..
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Good
It was great. Thank you. Very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Alan

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Michele

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Immaculate accommodation. Fantastic staff. Absolutely delicious breakfast. A wonderful stay and the friendliest and most welcoming staff. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Rory

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
A very basic but sufficient establishment suitable for an overnighter. Breakfast good and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

ALAN

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, clean rooms and a great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019