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19 Owen Avenue, Berea, Westridge, 4091 Durban, South Africa
#88 of 204 B&Bs and inns in Durban
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 136 hotel reviews
8.0Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.5
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Comfort
8.7
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Location
8.0
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Facilities
8.4
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Staff
9.0
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Value for money
8.4
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Free Wifi
8.5
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Reviewed: July 28, 2025
Hlengiwe
South Africa1 review8.0Very Good- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Classic Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Clean,and friendly welcoming staff
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 23, 2025
Ntobeko
South Africa10 Reviews9.0“Excellent”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Classic Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It’s a bed setup, using two bed put together
Location was ok, I didn’t have breakfast
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: June 13, 2025
Buyiswa
South Africa4 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Towels were not changed, the trash was not taken out of the room and even the cups were not washed. It looked like the room was not cleaned. We booked a room for two people but the coffee and sugar was only for one person and as coffee people it was disappointing.
The place is beautiful and big. Shops are around and easy to find. Breakfast was nice and the availability time is flexible. The security staff at the gate were extra helpful.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: June 13, 2025
Motsamai
South Africa3 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Thoroughly happy to always visit Sica's Lodge. Staff and management are super friendly and helpful.”- • Business trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Staff is great.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: June 4, 2025
Thuthuka
South Africa15 Reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Pleasant stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
I had a pleasant stay The bed was extremely comfortable and the place was clean
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: May 15, 2025
Tshihumbudzo
South Africa4 Reviews7.0“We enjoyed our stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
The cleaning Staff should ensure that bathrooms are cleaned. Our shower was not cleaned during our stay. You can also consider having a mob and broom in the rooms to allow for the cleaning by guests, e.g. spilling of water or juice. For the ground floor rooms, guests should be informed not to take the balcony chairs from other rooms.
The Staff were friendly, accessible, professional and helpful. The breakfast was good and delicious. The idea of a communal iron is innovative but there should be a minimum of two irons.
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: May 13, 2025
Shadrack
South Africa1 review7.0“The stay was good for money.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Small ants stole my sugar.
The rooms were large and neat
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: May 12, 2025
Zuzie
South Africa3 Reviews9.0“Good.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Coffee.
Good as much it was cold the time we got to dish up.
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: May 12, 2025
Gaynor
South Africa1 review7.0“We had a pleasant stay, great value for money”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The place was clean, it was comfortable and quiet. The breakfast was lovely with a variety of delicious foods. The lady at reception on Saturday morning was very nice.
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: February 1, 2025
Arda
South Africa17 Reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
On a busy street, bit noisy
Was clean and rooms spacious
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: December 6, 2024
Jalisile
South Africa1 review9.0“A comfortable and peaceful stay at a reasonable price”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I liked everything about the facility. The price for the stay was very reasonable.
Breakfast was healthy with a wide choice. Location was good and easy to find.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: December 5, 2024
Jule
South Africa4 Reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
I did not like that the room (room number 12) was at the bottom considering the price I paid for 2 nights. I had also requested for an extra long double bed however I did not get that.
The breakfast was good. A quiet area as well if you going to rest. Staff was also very accommodating to my requests. I liked that the place was not too far from town.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: November 22, 2024
Johan
South Africa1 review9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
One of the bedside lamps didn't have a lightbulb The floor was clean but a little sticky - needs something like a good hot water and vinegar strip Just a suggestion - a small bar fridge would be a great addition to the room. Durban is known for it's hot weather and there is no way to keep food and drinks cold.
Beautiful, well established guesthouse. Staff was helpful and friendly. Room was spacious and well layed out. Room service was provided which was very welcome after our long trip. The owner and her husband are wonderful friendly people. We would definitely stay there again
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: September 25, 2024
Nokwanda
South Africa12 Reviews7.0“It was good and comfortable for the 1 night.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
I requested that the unused room not be charged or kept as a voucher for another date and I was told that it would be a voucher but I am still to receive news on that voucher.
The facilities were good for my family.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: August 5, 2024
Bheki
South Africa25 Reviews8.0“The staff, starting from security at the gate to reception, were very professional.”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The facility did not have water due to municipality maintenance in the area, but they arranged for me to take a shower in one of their adjacent properties.
Breakfast was good and enjoyed my stay at the facility
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: June 5, 2024
Hannes
South Africa7 Reviews8.0“Its a lovely place with everything you need and we will definitely go there again!”- • Business trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The Tennis Court lights were not working!!!
Very nice place, we enjoyed it - just a pity the tennis court lights were not working! We will definitely go there again!
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: February 29, 2024
Carrie
South Africa4 Reviews7.0“Lovely”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The drinking glasses provided during breakfast would be better if they were the standard size. It was a inconvenience having to walk back and forth get something to drink. The glasses are just shy of 150mls
Breakfast was delicious with a large variety.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: January 12, 2024
Dubazane
South Africa2 Reviews7.0“I did enjoy,it safe and also parking are safe”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No microwave in my room
Neatness of the room,delicious breakfast and friendly staff
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: January 5, 2024
Thivhafuni
South Africa20 Reviews2 helpful votes9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Maybe if they can add mince meat or mushrooms on breakfast for those who don’t eat bacon
The clean environment. The staff was kind
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: January 4, 2024
Randy
South Africa3 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There were no self catering facilities as I have a baby that I needed to cook for.
The location was good and close to everything else. It was a quiet area so it was good for relaxing. There rooms were clean and proper.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: December 5, 2023
Matomane
South Africa4 Reviews9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
perfect
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 29, 2023
Shange
South Africa1 review1 helpful vote8.0“It was a great stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The food was not nice... Did not finish my meal. The carpet did not smell well
I liked the area
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 7, 2023
Ndhlovu
South Africa1 review8.0Very Good- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The aircon and telephone in my room didn't seem to be working
The food was great, staff is friendly and very welcoming
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 3, 2023
Morkel
South Africa22 Reviews8.0“I really enjoyed my stay and can undoubtedly recommend the establishment.”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
The first evening, upon arrival, there was no milk for coffee/tea. A kettle, coffee, tea, sugar but no milk? I would also have preferred a little bar fridge to keep my milk and other special drinks/smoothies cold for the next morning's early tennis matches. Upon request the personnel kindly provided me with a bar fridge and some milk the following day.
Breakfast and dinner was very good. Location was excellent being very close to Westridge Tennis Stadium. The staff was friendly and helpful. The barman/waiter is a star! The premises are secure. The room was clean, neat and spacious.
Stayed in August 2023
