Skip to main content
  1. Hotel reviews homepage
  2. South Africa hotel reviews
  3. KwaZulu-Natal B&B and inn reviews
  4. Durban B&B and inn reviews
  5. Reviews of Joan's Bed and Breakfast

Reviews of Joan's Bed and Breakfast This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

3 Mathias Place, 4051 Durban, South Africa

#52 of 204 B&Bs and inns in Durban

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 190 B&B reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free Wifi

    7.7

Verified guest reviews from real Bookers

Real Bookers. Real stays. Real opinions.

Read more– opens a dialog box
Write a Review

Showing 1 - 25

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great host. Immaculate Facilities.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 10, 2025

    10
    Best B&B we have ever stayed at!
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was great. From a fabulous breakfast, great hospitality, great location, and beautiful and homey rooms, we enjoyed every moment of our stay.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 9, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    T.v very small definitely needs improvement The host needs to be more relaxed give guest privacy we felt sooo rushed with everything yhooo was uncomfortable, breakfast 4/10 either than this 2 things, it a nice place I give it a 8/10

    Place is very clean great value for money

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 17, 2025

    8.0
    Comfortable stay in well-positioned B&B.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bed was a tad soft for us, but of course preferences vary. Pillows were a little too bouncy! The breakfast was excellently cooked though it was chilly on the terrace. Overall, though, we were satisfied.

    Liked the light, comfortable room, and the fresh milk! It was in a perfect location for our function, and the neighbourhood is quiet and safe.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: April 29, 2025

    10
    Owners very friendly, helpful and outgoing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All good and lekka

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2025

    9.0
    Great host, delicious breakfast, comfortable room
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 1 night

    Big and comfortable bedroom, nice tub area. Breakfast was delicious.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very nice location, tranquil, very clean, beautiful garden

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 6, 2025

    10
    Exceptional stay.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Clean sheets and our room had AC. Breakfast was simple by great. The location is near restaurants and take away outlets. The host... Number 1!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 18, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Nothing is bad

    Best hospitality ever

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: December 19, 2024

    8.0
    Home away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Side bed mats to step on when you get off bed.

    Breakfast was good, fresh & always served on time

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 8, 2024

    10
    A Perfect Home Base for Exploring Durban
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Our time in Durban was already shaping up to be special, but this wonderful accommodation turned it into something unforgettable. It was the perfect base for our coastal adventures – comfortable, clean, and so thoughtfully equipped. First, let’s tick the essentials: Spotlessly clean? Check. Cozy beyond words? Double check. The kind of breakfast that makes you want to start your day slower just to savor every bite? Oh, absolutely! The in-room fridge was a delightful bonus – not only was it stocked with milk for our beloved tea and coffee breaks, but it also doubled as the perfect storage for our snack arsenal. But what truly sets this gem apart are the breakfasts that feed more than just your body. The conversations we shared over the table were nothing short of magical. Every morning brought a fresh dose of inspiration, filled with captivating stories, thoughtful insights, and – most importantly – top-tier recommendations that turned our short trip into a masterpiece. Thanks to these nuggets of local wisdom, we discovered culinary treasures, hidden gems, and crafted an itinerary that felt less like a plan and more like destiny unfolding. If you’re looking for a place that feels like a warm, welcoming home away from home, where all your needs are met – and the perfect starting point for exploring Durban’s treasures – this is it!

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 17, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The service and the staff

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 12, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nothing

    warm welcome, location awesome

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: October 31, 2024

    8.0
    Excellent location for Virginia Airport
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    For us, without a car, it was a little remote, and as the B&B doesnt do evening food. We were with out dinner

    The locality, very close to Virginia Airport, as we had a very early flight the next day

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 7, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Service was good , great breakfast

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 7, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bed was very low and a bit uncomfortable besides that we had a good time.

    Nice and peaceful area. The host was amazing and the breakfast was also good. Good value for money.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 8, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No shampoo, conditioner, shower soap room as advertised. Coffee and tea are not topped up in room

    Good hospitality

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 29, 2024

    8.0
    Convenient and served its purpose. The host was excellent!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Obviously, no water, but that was uncontrollable. Should maybe just check on making the reservation that it will be an upstairs room. There was another room available on the ground level, but it was a little dusty underfoot and on thee bathroom counter

    Spacious room and bathroom

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 28, 2024

    10
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything with my stay was wonderful, breakfast was spectacular, and rooms were a dream

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: July 1, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Travelers with friends
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Friendly staff, . very accommodating to our needs.. Place is very clean. It's near the shopping malls

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 16, 2024

    8.0
    Colin and Lorinda are super hosts, paying attention to their guests every whim and expectation-Bravo
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The breakfast was served with care by Colin himself, punctually every morning. The presentation was on point and the coffee was delectable. The only concern is the limited choice in the menu, please consider introducing some variety there! The room was kept neat and tidy daily, and the bed also made up

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 11, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Easy checkin, friendly managers, great breakfast.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    When I got opened my bed to get in some type of insect came running at me, thank Goodness they had bug spray also I couldn't get a late check out neither would they just let me pack my bags and just wait a bit. Till I could leave and even when I checked out while waiting for my Uber the guy had me stand outside on the road even though it was still a few minutes before check out. That is what put me off. If not for this incident I would maybe have rebooked in future. Though it has left me with a bitter taste who charges that fee and let's the guest wait in the road for a Uber.

    The service was out standing, the breakfast good, the rooms were comfy.

    Stayed in May 2024

Showing 1 - 25

We Price Match
We Price Match
Low rates • No booking fees • Find something cheaper? We'll refund the difference!

Guests also reviewed these properties: