Mahatma Gandhi
Mahatma Gandhi, Church Street, Msunduzi Ward 27, Pietermaritzburg, 3201, South Africa- Memorial
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About this hotel
Convenient Location and Modern Amenities
The Inn by Ilawu, conveniently located in Pietermaritzburg, offers a range of modern amenities for a comfortable stay. Situated near popular attractions like KwaZulu-Natal Museum and Comrades Marathon House, this hotel provides a relaxing retreat for guests.
Indoor Pool and 24-Hour Front Desk
Guests can unwind in the indoor pool or seek assistance from the 24-hour front desk, ensuring a hassle-free experience during their stay. The attentive staff is always ready to cater to the needs of visitors, making their time at the inn truly enjoyable.
Free WiFi and On-Site Dining Options
With complimentary WiFi access available throughout the property, guests can stay connected effortlessly. Additionally, the presence of a restaurant, bar, and shared lounge provides convenient dining and socializing opportunities for guests at The Inn by Ilawu.
Book your stay at The Inn by Ilawu now for a memorable experience in Pietermaritzburg!
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Kwa-Zulu Natal National Botanical Gardens
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Important Information
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
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Laundry
Safety deposit box
Bar
Fax/photocopying
Ironing service
Meeting/banquet facilities
Dry cleaning
Packed lunches
Barber/beauty shop
Non-smoking throughout
Private parking
Private check-in/check-out
Daily housekeeping
Designated smoking area
Accessible parking
Street parking
Shared lounge/TV area
Special diet menus - on request
Snack bar
Indoor pool
Plunge pool
Rooftop pool
Wine/champagne
Coffee Shop on site
Fruits
Beauty Services
Hair Salon Services
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
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Contactless check-in/check-out
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Smoke alarms
Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
Guest room sealed after cleaning
Physical distancing in dining areas
Key access
Food delivered to guest room
CCTV outside property
CCTV in common areas
Process in place to check health of guests
Access to health care professionals
Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
Face masks for guests available
Delivered food - securely covered
Security alarm
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Breakfast takeaway containers
Room Types
Double Room
Up to 2 guests6 sqmDouble bed (131-150 cm wide), 2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
This air-conditioned double room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide), 2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Room details
6 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerMinibarShowerSafety deposit boxTVAir conditioningRadioMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomSatellite channelsElectric kettleWardrobe or closet
Standard Double Room
Up to 2 guests6 sqmDouble bed (131-150 cm wide), 2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchenette, which has a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide), 2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Room details
6 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerMinibarShowerSafety deposit boxTVAir conditioningKitchenetteRadioMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomSatellite channelsPrivate entrance
Budget Double Room
Up to 2 guests6 sqmDouble bed (131-150 cm wide)
This air-conditioned double room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. The unit has 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
6 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerMinibarShowerSafety deposit boxTVAir conditioningRadioMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskToiletPrivate bathroomSatellite channelsElectric kettleWardrobe or closetLinen
Family Room
Up to 3 guests6 sqm3 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
This air-conditioned family room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. The unit offers 3 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults · 2 children
Beds
3 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Room details
6 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerMinibarShowerSafety deposit boxTVAir conditioningRadioDeskToiletPrivate bathroomSatellite channelsElectric kettleWardrobe or closetLinenUpper floors accessible by stairs onlyClothes rack
Room (Semi-Self Catering)
Up to 4 guests2 Twin bed (90-99 cm wide), Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - LCD television with digital channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker
Bathroom - Private bathroom and shower
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
2 Twin bed (90-99 cm wide), Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningPrivate bathroomDaily housekeepingFree WiFi
Standard Room
Up to 3 guests21 m2Double bed (131-150 cm wide), Twin bed (90-99 cm wide)
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
226 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker
Bathroom - Private bathroom and separate bathtub and shower
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide), Twin bed (90-99 cm wide)
Room details
21 m2
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningPrivate bathroomSatellite channelsDaily housekeepingSeparate bathtub and showerFree WiFi
Standard Apartment
Up to 2 guests12 m2Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
1 Double Bed
129 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker
Bathroom - Private bathroom and shower
Practical - Desk
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
12 m2
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVAir conditioningDeskPrivate bathroomSatellite channelsDaily housekeepingFree WiFi
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Guest reviews(2,059 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
8/10
Reviewed Aug 29, 2026The breakfast, awesome!!
The toilet was not entirely clean. The bar soap is too small, just after 2 baths it’s finished.
10/10
Reviewed Aug 27, 2026The breakfast was fantastic.
Nothing
8/10
Reviewed Aug 26, 2026The breakfast and breakfast spread.
The room had limited plug points.
6/10
Reviewed Aug 24, 2026Bed is not comfortable
10/10
Reviewed Aug 23, 2026Breakfast, accommodating staff.
Loved everything
1/10
Reviewed Aug 17, 2026At least the food was nice
Where do I start? Almost everything,
8/10
Reviewed Aug 17, 2026Receptionist and the breakfast was good
Beds need to be changed and floor lamination replaced as well
8/10
Reviewed Aug 15, 2026Staff service
Working activity was going on nearby by their staff around 8 it took almost an hour
7/10
Reviewed Aug 14, 2026The room was nice and clean but the flooring is due for renovations
The flooring in room 19 and 22
7/10
Reviewed Aug 13, 2026Everything is perfect except the colour of bedding used .
I wish you can upgrade the standard on your bedding to use white bedding not Kaki oned. White ones bring peace even if you were not ok at least if you can change your bedding it can make your place very bright and beautiful. Also check the floors in your bedrooms.Thanks
8/10
Reviewed Aug 11, 2026Peace and quiet
Nothing
2/10
Reviewed Aug 11, 2026The most apartment is located not far from shopping centre and the taxi rank.
The apartment looks old, it needs renovation. The floors were clean but they looked dirty and untidy. The bed covers are too old. The bath soup was too small for two people..No shower gel we had to bath with water only.
9/10
Reviewed Aug 5, 2026Value for money
Egg Benedict. It was just a sandwich, totally different from the real egg Benedict.
9/10
Reviewed Aug 3, 2026The staff didn’t have 2 single beds as per my booking
10/10
Reviewed Jul 25, 2026Location and breakfast.
They must just change the floor. House keeping ladies please take your time when you are cleaning the rooms.
8/10
Reviewed Jul 24, 2026The location is perfect; it's 2 min away from the centre and CBD. The property was super clean, with the heater working properly, given that PMB can be extremely cold.
The TV was not working; I had to watch the FIFA 2026 edition on my mobile device, crazy. During my last day, in the morning, when taking a shower, the water would go off for 2 min, and then come back.
7/10
Reviewed Jul 23, 2026Good
Improvement is needed on the bathroom facilities as well as the mini kitchen inside the rooms.
6/10
Reviewed Jul 23, 2026The staff was so welcoming they made sure everything went smooth throughout my stay and then shout out to this guy in the reception Thabiso Zulu he gave us the best service in there.
The Room I got was nothing like Rooms in your advertisements I was a bit disappointed 😞
5/10
Reviewed Jul 22, 2026Location
Rooms are too small, you cant even move.
6/10
Reviewed Jul 22, 2026Quite and breakfast was fine
Window are to far to reach and small space.
10/10
Reviewed Jul 19, 2026Staff was friendly, and the room was neat also accomodative.
Everything was exceptionally good
10/10
Reviewed Jul 19, 2026I will definitely come back
Nothing
4/10
Reviewed Jul 13, 2026The room was clean
Noisy location Room is not soundproof Food was not too great
1/10
Reviewed Jul 13, 2026Everything
4/10
Reviewed Jul 13, 2026The location,cleanness ,the staff were friendly and the breakfast was great.
The room was too small with no space at all for two people,no wardrobe for our clothes,no space for our luggage.
5/10
Reviewed Jul 6, 2026Peace
No extension, i couldn’t iron my clothes
9/10
Reviewed Jul 5, 2026Clean
Nothing
7/10
Reviewed Jul 2, 2026The place was comfortable and the location is great.
The guy with the glasses who works at the restaurant, totally unprofessional.
10/10
Reviewed Jul 1, 2026The breakfast was great, they have a very friendly receptionist and their place was very clean and neat. We enjoyed staying for a while.
None
9/10
Reviewed Jun 26, 2026Everything from Receptionist
Nothing
9/10
Reviewed Jun 24, 2026Everything
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Jun 23, 2026Everything was perfect. Staff, place nd environment.
None
6/10
Reviewed Jun 20, 2026Neat
The shower head was too small and sprayed out the shower, the aircorn was old and didn’t work. The parking bays were very small
10/10
Reviewed Jun 19, 2026Place was good and friendly staff
None
10/10
Reviewed Jun 19, 2026The staff was so friendly,smilling,it was a nice stay,and the break fast was very nice
Nothing at all
7/10
Reviewed Jun 19, 2026Their breakfast was well prepared, filling and enjoyable.
The rooms was a slightly smaller than I imagined. The hot water in the shower was either too hot or too cold - could control it and the drainage was not functioning very well in the shower.
4/10
Reviewed Jun 16, 2026Great location. Just a few minutes away from the Comrades finish line
We stayed in room 7. The Airflow in the bathroom wasn’t working. The room was damp and the smell was horrible. Please fix the airflow and the moulds on the roof
2/10
Reviewed Jun 15, 2026Staff were ok
Rodents, noise levels
8/10
Reviewed Jun 15, 2026The staff, amenities and comfort.
The location and noise
7/10
Reviewed Jun 10, 2026Location
7/10
Reviewed Jun 9, 2026Their breakfast is delicious
10/10
Reviewed Jun 8, 2026Nice place
Everything
10/10
Reviewed Jun 8, 2026Very clean
Everything
6/10
Reviewed Jun 5, 2026The breakfast was the best I enjoyed it a lot.
My room was not as I was expected, the plugs weren't working I had to go to reception to charge my phone, and it was a challenge even on Aircon but after sometime the staff managed to help me regards to Aircon.
4/10
Reviewed Jun 3, 2026Nothing
TV just SABC... SPACE TOO SMALL.. BREAKFAST YOU HAD TO ORDER AND WAIT FOR ALMOST HOURS YET YOU ARE IN A HURRY... WORSE BREAKFAST ONLY WHAT YOU HAVE CHOSEN NO EXTRA THINGS
5/10
Reviewed May 28, 2026Very good, variety of choices
Positioning of the TV, service the air conditioning. Provide new ironing boards
10/10
Reviewed May 28, 2026Delicious
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed May 27, 2026The cleanness
None
8/10
Reviewed May 26, 2026Location, The room was clean
Dark linen. Breakfast the standard is lower than before
4/10
Reviewed May 25, 2026Nothing
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed May 24, 2026Reception, receptionist welcomes guests with a smle, food was delicious,, rooms are clean , I liked everything about the Inn by Ilawu
Limited Parking People park on the way and block our vehicles, you can't move your car until they locate the driver , that made me come late to my destination due to that delay.
9/10
Reviewed May 22, 2026Great
Nothing
8/10
Reviewed May 19, 2026We had a good stay, however the issue of electricity was the problem, its so hard to be stuck in a place where you cant iron your clothes or charge your phone for more than 5 hours. The team should really work on a generator that will be able to power everything. thank you.
10/10
Reviewed May 18, 2026Everything
Nothing
7/10
Reviewed May 17, 2026Breackfast and Sfaff
Bed was no comfortable
8/10
Reviewed May 17, 2026Thank you for excellent service and friendly staff. The room was neat and clean. We had a good full breakfast prepared fresh. The hotel looks recently renovated. The only downside is that there are no lifts (only stairs) if you chose an upstairs room. However it's a good place for people going to business meetings in the middle of town. And excellent value for money because the price includes the breakfast. Thank you.
Guest Feedback
Feedback themes are sourced from guest reviews provided by our data provider.
What guests love
- •Friendly staff
- •Comfortable and clean accommodations
Areas to consider
- •Cleanliness issues in rooms and common areas
- •Inadequate service during breakfast
Cleanliness
6.04/10Several reviews indicated issues with cleanliness in rooms and areas.
Service
8.51/10Most reviews highlighted friendly and helpful staff.
Location
8.05/10The location was generally described as quiet and nice.
Room Quality
6.5/10Issues regarding room cleanliness and quality were noted.
Amenities
7.53/10Some amenities like breakfast were positively mentioned, but concerns regarding parking and lack of a bar were noted.
Value for Money
8.49/10Positive sentiments on value based on amenities offered.
Food and Beverage
7.04/10Food quality positively mentioned, but issues of service delays noted.
Overall Experience
7.01/10Mixed experiences with some redeeming features but significant disappointments.