Delville Woods' Weeping Cross
Delville Woods' Weeping Cross, Leinster Road, Pelham, Pietermaritzburg, 3209, South Africa- Memorial
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About this hotel
Luxurious Accommodation
New England Guest House by Ilawu offers elegantly furnished units with modern amenities including air conditioning, satellite TV, and free WiFi. The soundproof rooms ensure a peaceful stay for all guests.
Relaxing Facilities
Guests can unwind by the saltwater pool or stroll through the beautiful garden, providing a tranquil retreat during their stay.
Convenient Location
Situated near popular attractions like KwaZulu-Natal Museum and Comrades Marathon House, the guest house also offers a free shuttle service and easy access to Pietermaritzburg Airport.
Book your stay at New England Guest House by Ilawu for a perfect blend of comfort and convenience.
Nearby Attractions
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UKZN Conservation Park
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Foxhillspruit Canal Park
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Mahatma Gandhi
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Important Information
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.
Stay Details
Check-in from
02:00 PM
Check-out by
10:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Amenities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Room service
Heating
Garden
BBQ facilities
Laundry
Express check-in/check-out
Airport shuttle
Meeting/banquet facilities
Non-smoking throughout
Private parking
Outdoor pool
Sun terrace
Daily housekeeping
Designated smoking area
Accessible parking
Street parking
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Kid-friendly buffet
Salt-water pool
Shuttle service (free)
Outdoor furniture
Shallow end
Shuttle service
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Contactless check-in/check-out
Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
Physical distancing in dining areas
Food delivered to guest room
Process in place to check health of guests
Room Types
Family Room
Up to 3 guests70 sqm3 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
The spacious family room provides air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The family room offers a TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe and a tiled floor. The unit offers 3 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults · 2 children
Beds
3 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Room details
70 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerRefrigeratorDeskToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomSatellite channelsTile/marble floorElectric kettleWardrobe or closetLinenClothes rack
Standard Double Room
Up to 2 guests30 sqmTwin bed (90-130 cm wide)
The spacious double room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Room details
30 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerRefrigeratorDeskToiletPrivate bathroomSatellite channelsTile/marble floorElectric kettleWardrobe or closetLinenClothes rackToilet paper
Double or Twin Room
Up to 2 guests52 sqm2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
The spacious twin/double room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 2 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Room details
52 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerRefrigeratorDeskToiletPrivate bathroomSatellite channelsTile/marble floorHardwood or parquet floorsElectric kettleWardrobe or closetLinenClothes rack
Double Room with Pool View
Up to 2 guests0Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
The unit has 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
0
Pool View
In-room amenities
Private bathroom
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Guest reviews(999 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
10/10
Reviewed Sep 13, 2026Everything was perfect
Nothing
2/10
Reviewed Sep 10, 2026The staff and Breakfast
What is advertised is definitely not what you get
8/10
Reviewed Sep 7, 2026People are friendly, property is clean, breakfast was good, set up was great.
Nothing to complain about
10/10
Reviewed Sep 7, 2026Everything
The fact that one had 2 leave
7/10
Reviewed Sep 3, 2026Breakfast area
Staircase in a confined space leading to bedroom
5/10
Reviewed Aug 28, 2026Bedroom clean
The absence of reception when needed
8/10
Reviewed Aug 26, 2026The staff was very friendly and helpful. Their breakfast was good. They were packing it for us since we had to leave very early for work. Clean sheets and bathroom everyday.
My room was small with no wardrobe for our clothes, only a stand to hang the jackets
9/10
Reviewed Aug 24, 2026Great place to be
None
6/10
Reviewed Aug 21, 2026Convenience
Nothing serious
10/10
Reviewed Aug 17, 2026Breakfast was amazing and didn't expect such breakfast and the WIFI.Location is good,safe and quiet.We will come back soon. Keep it up.
7/10
Reviewed Aug 15, 2026Friendly Service from staff and breakfast was great 👍.
6/10
Reviewed Aug 13, 2026Location and value for money, as well as friendly, helpful staff. Dining space and pool area were excellent
Awkward facilities, and poor ventilation of bathrooms
7/10
Reviewed Aug 13, 2026Good. Needs change from day to day
Entrance gutter needs better coverage. Saw a vehicle turning in with back left wheel going in gutter. Lucky it was a big 4*4
10/10
Reviewed Aug 12, 2026Accommodation clean
10/10
Reviewed Aug 3, 2026Good scrumptious breakfast
10/10
Reviewed Jul 20, 2026Food , amazing host and good facilities
Mybe bit more of lighting (dimmable)
6/10
Reviewed Jul 20, 2026Awesome 👌
Dstv channels and poor network connection
5/10
Reviewed Jul 16, 2026Nothing much to say about the breakfast except to say it was salty and there no cakes for the tea, the juice was hot!!!
The roof of the room where I was allocated to was too close to my head and the bathroom was too small
8/10
Reviewed Jul 16, 2026The breakfast
8/10
Reviewed Jul 14, 2026Comfortable
Staff they just checked you in and they done everything you sort your self
7/10
Reviewed Jul 13, 2026It was safely behind gates and high walls Pretty from front garden
Street view on arrival had us worried. Also side view where entrance for reception is
5/10
Reviewed Jul 13, 2026The breakfast was delicious, the staff was friendly but the rooms and bathrooms need renovations and linen upgraded
The room didnt smell good, they must put airfreshner
10/10
Reviewed Jul 11, 2026.
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5/10
Reviewed Jul 7, 2026Close to the shopping center
The rooms are small. No electric blankets and extra blankets. No shower gels. TV was not working. Safe was not working. There’s one lady who cleans there at night yhuuu she’s so mean but the receptionist was not bad
7/10
Reviewed Jul 6, 2026Everything except the bed😭
Bed was uncomfortable
10/10
Reviewed Jul 5, 2026The place was clean and neat,the staff is very friendly and the food was nice.
9/10
Reviewed Jul 5, 2026Beautiful place
Gate remote wasn't working properly.
7/10
Reviewed Jul 3, 2026Breakfast was good, and staff was friendly .
Bathroom was too small and not bright
2/10
Reviewed Jun 29, 2026Nothing
Booking was incorrect, staff and Helpdesk were rude and had an attitude. Rooms dirty, mouldy. No maintenance on building and rooms. No breakfast packs!!!!!!!
8/10
Reviewed Jun 28, 2026Good
Nothing
5/10
Reviewed Jun 24, 2026Proximity
Needs a lift up
10/10
Reviewed Jun 23, 2026Excellent service from all staff members who treated us with kindness and were there to tend to all our queries / requests. I was able to host a few family and friends for my son's 4th birthday at the braai & pool area without any trouble. Loved the breakfast in bed that we enjoyed the following morning with my sister in Room 7.
Not Applicable as we liked and enjoyed everything the facilities had to offer.
10/10
Reviewed Jun 22, 2026Friendly staff, the Nzimande lady that did our breakfast was amazing.
Nothing
8/10
Reviewed Jun 21, 2026Great location Good breakfast Very clean
9/10
Reviewed Jun 18, 2026The location was perfect and our room was very clean and spacious. The breakfast was absolutely delicious and an added bonus to our wonderful stay.
Loved everything
8/10
Reviewed Jun 15, 2026Good for the price
6/10
Reviewed Jun 11, 2026Location
Slightly smaller than expected.
4/10
Reviewed Jun 10, 2026Breakfast
No heater. No electricity blanket. No back up power , electricity outage left us in the dark with no plugs , no hot water
5/10
Reviewed Jun 9, 2026Proximity
Nothing serious
9/10
Reviewed Jun 8, 2026Everything
Nothing
8/10
Reviewed Jun 7, 2026It's easy to find and in a quiet location
In the room I was allocated, there was no WiFi... what is worse, the receptionist did not tell us about the problem with the wifi. When we asked for it, she told us about the on and off of it,then she gave us a password but it never connected...
7/10
Reviewed Jun 4, 2026Good location, cleanliness n friendly staff.
Small parking space.
9/10
Reviewed Jun 2, 2026Everything was on point... Service... Location and breakfast
Nothing
9/10
Reviewed Jun 1, 2026We had a wonderful stay. The food was nice and the staff was incredible. It's clean and closer to shops.
6/10
Reviewed May 28, 2026Convenience
Nothing
8/10
Reviewed May 25, 2026Very safe and secure.
Aircon was not working. There should be extra safety measures when locking the door from the inside.
9/10
Reviewed May 22, 2026Everything
Nothing
9/10
Reviewed May 16, 2026Location and the place was clean, staff very friendly
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed May 14, 2026It very clean and the staff is very friendly
4/10
Reviewed May 12, 2026I love the location
Room was not what i see on the pictures aircon not working and the staff could not give us extra throw as our beds were separated and 1 of our room did not even have a throw the breakfast was late then what they told us we could not eat becouse of time and when i told them they made us buy the takeaway to take our breakfast i will not book with them anymore my bed was broken not comfortable.
10/10
Reviewed May 12, 2026The staff, the way they welcomed us. They are warm and friendly. The rooms were clean, beds comfortable nd breakfast was delicious...
Nothing
7/10
Reviewed May 11, 2026None
None
8/10
Reviewed May 9, 2026Location, friendly staff
None
7/10
Reviewed May 2, 2026It was clean and comfortable. I also liked that there was an iron right in the room.
Nothing.
10/10
Reviewed Apr 28, 2026Everything . The gal on the receptionist was professional and friendly
Nothing .. everything was excellent 👌
8/10
Reviewed Apr 27, 2026It was safe and secure, peaceful era to be at very close to shops and the beautiful view at the back
Waited more than an hour for breakfast while they asked for time, very oily, juice too much sweet to a point of adding half glass of water to be able to drink and there was no plain yogurt for muesli, bedding pillows were not ironed
8/10
Reviewed Apr 27, 2026Staff was friendly and the food was nice the property was clean
10/10
Reviewed Apr 26, 2026Everything
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Apr 26, 2026The accommodation was excellent
Everything was good
6/10
Reviewed Apr 21, 2026Location
Cleanliness, noise, food,staff
7/10
Reviewed Apr 20, 2026The staff was super friendly.
Noisy from 05h00, not sure if it was from thr kitchen or another guest, but I got woken up by either the dishwasher or someone showering.
8/10
Reviewed Apr 18, 2026Enjoyed the breakfast English breakfast location is great helpful staff
I extended my stay 1 more night checked out Saturday 18th.
9/10
Reviewed Apr 18, 2026I had a wonderful stay at this guest house by Ilawu. The rooms were spotless, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. The staff were incredibly welcoming, friendly, and always ready to help with anything I needed.
6/10
Reviewed Apr 17, 2026Nil
Nil
5/10
Reviewed Apr 17, 2026Nil
Nil
10/10
Reviewed Apr 14, 2026Everything was exceptional, really enjoyed my stay with my family.
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Guest Feedback
Feedback themes are sourced from guest reviews provided by our data provider.
What guests love
- •Good breakfast
- •Convenient location
- •Cleanliness and friendly staff
Areas to consider
- •Dirty rooms
- •Unfriendly staff
- •Small room sizes
Cleanliness
6.55/10Several complaints about dirty rooms and unclean bathrooms.
Service
8.05/10Service quality varied; some found staff unfriendly, while others noted helpfulness.
Location
9.05/10Convenient location near mall and casino; many reviews praised this aspect.
Room Quality
7.05/10Rooms were often criticized for being small and poorly maintained.
Amenities
7.55/10Limited amenities reported, especially related to kitchen supplies.
Value for Money
8.55/10Generally viewed as fair for what was paid; breakfast included adds value.
Food and Beverage
8.05/10Breakfast was highlighted positively, but other meals/options had complaints.
Overall Experience
7.55/10Mixed sentiments; while there were positives, the negatives impacted overall enjoyment.