Athlone Lodge

Lodg70 Henderson Road, Pietermaritzburg, South AfricaShow on map

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Fabulous

Guests rate it highest for service, location and cleanliness.

Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.3 out of 10, at 70 Henderson Road.
Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.

Outdoor Swimming Pool and Garden Access Athlone Lodge offers a tranquil escape with a beautiful garden and a refreshing outdoor swimming pool for guests to enjoy during their stay.

Comfortable Accommodation with Kitchenette Some units at Athlone Lodge feature a convenient kitchenette equipped with a microwave and a toaster, providing guests with the option to prepare their meals.

Convenient Location Located just a short distance from popular attractions like KwaZulu-Natal Museum and Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, Athlone Lodge is the perfect base for exploring Pietermaritzburg.

Book now for a relaxing and enjoyable stay at Athlone Lodge, where comfort meets convenience.

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden

Rooms

8.8

Fabulous

Rated 8.8 out of 10 by 218 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness9.1
Service9.6
Location9.3
Rooms8.6
Amenities8.1
Value9.1
Food & drink7.5

Guests mention

Friendly staffClean roomsGreat location

JanSouth Africa
July 2026Solo traveller
Most horrible place ever
This was the most horibble place we have ever stayed. The whole place was so filthy. Hair all over in the bath,shower and bathroom floor. Walls and door dirty. Shower black with mould. Plugs were hanging out of the wall.…
ZukiswaSouth Africa
June 2026Family
Good
Location and comfortable.
The host was very kind and went an extra mile for us .
The cleaner did not clean out rooms.
She only wash the dishes. She just put some of the pillows on bed
CharmaineSouth Africa
May 2026Solo traveller
Awesome.will revommend1
Cleanliness of the lodge
Water stopped in shower after 10 .mon b4 showering.
ShanelleSouth Africa
May 2026Solo traveller
Super clean and host was so friendly and accommodating! Will definitely book again.
Nothing.
NosifundoSouth Africa
May 2026Solo traveller
It was amazing
It was in a very quiet area
Nothing
ThobileSouth Africa
May 2026Solo traveller
Evening about the place it's my home away from home
Nothing

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.

Where you’ll be

70 Henderson Road, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

Guests rate the location 9.3 out of 10 — superb.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 2:00 PM until 06:00 PM

Check-out by 10:00 AM

Children welcome

No pets

Free parking on site

Non-smoking rooms available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Managed by a private host A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Athlone Lodge

What time is check-in and check-out at Athlone Lodge?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Athlone Lodge allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at Athlone Lodge?

Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.

Does Athlone Lodge have a pool?

Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.

Does Athlone Lodge have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Does Athlone Lodge have wheelchair accessible rooms?

The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.

How do I book Athlone Lodge?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Athlone Lodge?

70 Henderson Road, Pietermaritzburg.

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