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

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

NT$2,328

NT$2,328 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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

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

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

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

2. Lexden Guesthouse

2.2 km from National Botanical Gardens

Alistair

NT$6,103

NT$7,018 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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

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

NT$3,454

NT$3,972 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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 traveler

NT$1,574

NT$1,810 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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

A backyard with a swimming pool, patio furniture, and a covered seating area.

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

NT$1,969

NT$2,606 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

A garden pathway with various plants and a clear sky.

A covered outdoor seating area with chairs and potted plants.

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

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

NT$1,611

NT$1,611 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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

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

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.

7. King's Hill Guest House

8.2 km from National Botanical Gardens

NT$2,425

NT$2,425 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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.

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

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

8. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

8.4 km from National Botanical Gardens

Daniela

NT$3,199

NT$3,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

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.

9. Golden Horse Hotel

Scottsville, 5 km from National Botanical Gardens

CATHRINE Terry

NT$3,835

NT$4,448 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

10. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

6 km from National Botanical Gardens

John

NT$1,814

NT$2,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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 bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, a door, and a window with curtains.

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

11. Madlula's Guesthouse

Scottsville, 5.6 km from National Botanical Gardens

NT$2,180

NT$2,507 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

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

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

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

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

12. ANEW Hotel Hilton

8.5 km from National Botanical Gardens

NT$3,283

NT$3,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

NT$3,082

NT$3,544 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

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

14. J & J Paradise Guesthouse

Scottsville, 5.3 km from National Botanical Gardens

NT$778

NT$895 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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

A room with a bed, a chair, and large windows with a view of greenery.

15. Bancroft B and B

5.3 km from National Botanical Gardens

Erik

NT$2,586

NT$2,586 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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

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

16. Gateside Guest House

6.7 km from National Botanical Gardens

Sally

NT$2,427

NT$2,427 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

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

A cozy, open-air structure with a wooden roof and large windows, surrounded by lush trees and greenery.

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

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

NT$2,827

NT$3,251 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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

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

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 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

NT$1,721

NT$1,979 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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

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

NT$1,492

NT$1,492 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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

20. Biggy Best Cottages

18.6 km from National Botanical Gardens

Cheyne

NT$2,055

NT$2,363 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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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."

Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

10/10 Excellent

"Very good place to stay for a quick business trip"

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👌"

Other attractions near National Botanical Gardens

Macrorie House Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Macrorie House Museum during your travels in Pietermaritzburg. Discover the area's countryside and casinos.

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The Old Prison

6.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at The Old Prison during your trip to Pietermaritzburg. Discover the area's live music and casinos.

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Tatham Art Gallery

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Tatham Art Gallery in Pietermaritzburg. Discover the area's countryside and casinos.

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Pietermaritzburg City Hall

7.2/10 (7 reviews)

After visiting Pietermaritzburg City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pietermaritzburg. Wander the gardens or discover the area's countryside.

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Pietermaritzburg Oval

8.0/10 (1 review)

Catch an event at Pietermaritzburg Oval during your trip to Pietermaritzburg. Discover the area's live music and casinos.

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KwaZuluNatal Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at KwaZuluNatal Museum during your travels in Pietermaritzburg. Discover the area's countryside and casinos.

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Msunduzi Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Msunduzi Museum during your trip to Pietermaritzburg. Take in the live music and countryside in the area.

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Comrades Marathon House

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Comrades Marathon House during your travels in Pietermaritzburg. Amble around the area's gardens or experience its live music.

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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.

What's the best hotel to stay near National Botanical Gardens?

Hidden Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler 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 are there close to National Botanical Gardens?

Expedia has 51 hotels and other accommodations 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 if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to National Botanical Gardens.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near National Botanical Gardens?

To access more information about updating your stay near National Botanical Gardens or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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 checking out the area.

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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. King's Hill Guest House

8. ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg

9. Golden Horse Hotel

10. Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

11. Madlula's Guesthouse

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. Thembelihle Guest House

20. Biggy Best Cottages

Compare popular hotels close to National Botanical Gardens

Top National Botanical Gardens Hotel Reviews

Golden Horse Hotel

Lexden Guesthouse

Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

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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