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The Sleeping Bao B&B

3-star property
139 Howick Road Wembley, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal 0508 053 286
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Hotel Description

The Sleeping Bao B&B puts you in the center of Pietermaritzburg, 3 km (1.9 mi) from statue of Gandhi and 3.3 km (2 mi) from Tatham Art Gallery. Highlights at this Victorian B&B include free daily breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool, and free self parking.

Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. 250 square feet (23 square meters) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area, and a microwave in a common area. Each morning free English breakfast is offered between 5:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of a beach shuttle.

With a stay at this 3-star Pietermaritzburg B&B, you'll be 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Hindu temples and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from National Botanical Gardens.

Deluxe Double Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
NZ$89* Per night/room 6 May - 7 May

Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Pool Access

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

About the The Sleeping Bao B&B

Location 139 Howick Road Wembley, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal 3201

Property Features

Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this bed & breakfast measures 250 square feet (23 square meters) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the business-friendly The Sleeping Bao B&B. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of The Sleeping Bao B&B was completed in August 2022. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Pietermaritzburg bed & breakfast.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 250 sq ft of conference space
  • 23 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1920
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Game room or arcade
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Train station pick-up, beach shuttle, and casino shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

The Sleeping Bao B&B offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include showers. This Pietermaritzburg bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in August 2022.

  • Private outdoor space
  • HD television
  • Cable channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Wardrobe or closet

Food & Drink

Guests are served free English breakfast daily from 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 12:30 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 8 PM

Special check-in instructions:

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:30 PM. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival.

If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The Sleeping Bao B&B offers transfers from the train station (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 48 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. The front desk at this property is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:30 PM.
Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival.

Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:30 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 200.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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, Eurocard, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and Touch 'n Go eWallet. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 6:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 10:30 PM
  • Debit cards
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • Staffed front desk
  • Mobile payments
  • Touch 'n Go eWallet
  • Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Masks are available for guests
  • Gloves are available for guests
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are available
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
  • Guests must provide a copy of their government-issued photo I.D. in advance

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 200.0 per day

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

Hotel Names

  • Sleeping Bao
  • Sleeping Bao B&B
  • Sleeping Bao B&B Pietermaritzburg
  • Sleeping Bao Pietermaritzburg
  • The Sleeping Bao B B
  • The Sleeping Bao B&B Bed & breakfast
  • The Sleeping Bao B&B Pietermaritzburg
  • The Sleeping Bao B&B Bed & breakfast Pietermaritzburg

You should know

  • The seasonal pool will open August 01 and close May 31.
  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.