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Golden Horse Hotel

Property class: 4

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov

Explore the area

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45 New England Road, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, 3201
  • Place, Golden Horse Casino
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Scottsville Racecourse
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Comrades Marathon House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pietermaritzburg (PZB)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Premium

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Premium

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room

Presidential

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a television.

Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite

A modern hotel room with a glass table, two leather armchairs, a sofa, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Luxury Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A large bed with white linens, a dark headboard, and a wooden footboard. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a small table beside the bed. The room has a patterned carpet and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room

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

Executive Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Pietermaritzburg

Golden Horse Hotel puts you in the heart of Pietermaritzburg, within steps of Golden Horse Casino and Scottsville Racecourse. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include 3 restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Ninos, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Business amenities include a meeting room and a conference centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Scottsville hotel include Comrades Marathon House and within 30 minutes you'll find Pietermaritzburg Oval.

What's nearby

  • Golden Horse Casino - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Scottsville Racecourse - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Comrades Marathon House - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pietermaritzburg Oval - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Pietermaritzburg City Hall - 5 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tandoor - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪John Dory’s - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Golden Horse Hotel

There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Golden Horse Hotel also features an outdoor pool, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Pietermaritzburg hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Built in 1990
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Golden Horse Hotel offers 73 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 43-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 235 for adults and ZAR 235 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • John Dorys
  • Ninos
  • Rockafellas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1990
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to checkout, or pay an additional cleaning fee at checkout
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Golden Horse Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 235 for adults and from ZAR 235 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Golden Horse Casino Hotel
Golden Horse Casino Hotel Pietermaritzburg
Golden Horse Casino Pietermaritzburg
Golden Horse Hotel
Golden Horse Hotel Hotel
Golden Horse Casino Hotel
Golden Horse Hotel Pietermaritzburg
Golden Horse Hotel Hotel Pietermaritzburg

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Golden Horse Hotel ?

Golden Horse Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Golden Horse Hotel ?

As of 14 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden Horse Hotel on 20 Nov 2026 start from NZ$163, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Golden Horse Hotel ?

Yep, Golden Horse Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Golden Horse Hotel ?

The closest beach to Golden Horse Hotel is Craigie Burn Dam (50.4 km).

Does Golden Horse Hotel have a pool?

Golden Horse Hotel has an outdoor pool.

Does Golden Horse Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Golden Horse Hotel ?

No, Golden Horse Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Golden Horse Hotel ?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Golden Horse Hotel ?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Golden Horse Hotel ?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Golden Horse Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greta place to stay staff are so helfule
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are well trained to welcome guests, with a smile, care and ❤️ . Roos were neat and appetizing
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellente

Nice place to stay
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Check first!

The hotel is attached to a casino which is being refurbished. We therefore found that we were woken by workmen and the interior was a building site. The staff are excellent and compensated for the state of the building. If you intend staying there in the next year, I'd suggest you find out first of all whether the building works have been completed. The food in the restaurants is franchised and was poor - however, again, the staff were totally charming. A new restaurant is due to open later in the year so all in all, the hotel is in a state of flux. We have stayed at the hotel several times before and always enjoyed it so hopefully the building works will be beneficial in the long term.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in May 2026