
Golden Horse Hotel
Pietermaritzburg, ZA
1.5 km (0.92 mi) from original
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Pietermaritzburg, ZA
1.5 km (0.92 mi) from original
Rooms
8.3Rooms were spacious and well-decorated, but noise insulation was poor.
Cleanliness
8.3Rooms were clean but there were complaints about noise and smells.
Location
8.8Perfect location for easy access, but noise from parking was noted.
No close alternative was identified for this preference.


Pietermaritzburg, ZA
1.5 km (0.92 mi) from original


Pietermaritzburg, ZA
1.8 km (1.1 mi) from original
What you may gain by choosing another hotel.
The compared hotels differ by 1.7 km.
Ascot Inn: 0.09 km (0.05 mi)
New England Guest House by Ilawu: 1.8 km (1.1 mi)
Ascot Bush Lodge & Spa
8.2/10Golden Horse Hotel
8.5/10Ascot Inn
7.8/10New England Guest House by Ilawu
7.8/10Ascot Bush Lodge & Spa
8.1Rooms were described as good, but issues with cleanliness and flooding were significant negatives.
Golden Horse Hotel
8.3Rooms were spacious and well-decorated, but noise insulation was poor.
Ascot Inn
7.3Some complaints about bed comfort and missing amenities like microwaves.
New England Guest House by Ilawu
7.0Rooms were often criticized for being small and poorly maintained.
Ascot Bush Lodge & Spa
6.7Multiple comments about unclean bathrooms and dirty bedding indicate a lack of proper cleaning.
Golden Horse Hotel
8.3Rooms were clean but there were complaints about noise and smells.
Ascot Inn
6.3The rooms had cleanliness issues, dirty linens, and spider webs mentioned in reviews.
New England Guest House by Ilawu
6.5Several complaints about dirty rooms and unclean bathrooms.
Ascot Bush Lodge & Spa
8.7The location is appealing, though proximity to the highway and noise from trucks were issues.
Golden Horse Hotel
8.8Perfect location for easy access, but noise from parking was noted.
Ascot Inn
8.3Though the area seemed unsafe upon arrival, the property itself was lovely and peaceful.
New England Guest House by Ilawu
9.1Convenient location near mall and casino; many reviews praised this aspect.
Ascot Bush Lodge & Spa
9.1Staff were described as friendly and welcoming, although there were some service delays.
Golden Horse Hotel
9.1Staff was friendly, helpful, and provided good service.
Ascot Inn
9.3Staff were attentive and listened to complaints; overall service received praise.
New England Guest House by Ilawu
8.1Service quality varied; some found staff unfriendly, while others noted helpfulness.
Ascot Bush Lodge & Spa
—Golden Horse Hotel
—Ascot Inn
—New England Guest House by Ilawu
—Ascot Bush Lodge & Spa
7.7Food options lacked variety and quality was questioned by guests.
Golden Horse Hotel
7.3Breakfast quality was poor, with multiple complaints.
Ascot Inn
7.8Breakfast quality was noted to be lacking with minimal vegetarian options.
New England Guest House by Ilawu
8.1Breakfast was highlighted positively, but other meals/options had complaints.
Ascot Bush Lodge & Spa
8.2A lack of microwaves and other 'nice touches' were mentioned as shortcomings.
Golden Horse Hotel
8.8Had all necessary amenities, but breakfast was often criticized.
Ascot Inn
6.8Limited breakfast options and issues reported with the TV and showers.
New England Guest House by Ilawu
7.5Limited amenities reported, especially related to kitchen supplies.
Ascot Bush Lodge & Spa
8.6Good value, but some felt the price was a bit high for the offerings.
Golden Horse Hotel
8.7Good value, particularly with the facilities provided.
Ascot Inn
8.3Clean and safe environment with good hospitality, perceived as worthwhile.
New England Guest House by Ilawu
8.6Generally viewed as fair for what was paid; breakfast included adds value.
Ascot Bush Lodge & Spa
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