Abbots Cove is located in Hilton. Macrorie House Museum and The Old Prison are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include National Botanical Gardens and Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Pietermaritzburg Oval or Scottsville Racecourse. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
Free English breakfast, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Abbots Cove. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.
Other perks include:
A seasonal outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
A local area shuttle, tour/ticket information and barbecues
Smoke-free property and laundry services
Room features
All guest rooms at Abbots Cove boast comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Egyptian cotton sheets and Select Comfort beds
Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
TVs with satellite channels
Kitchenettes, coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Area shuttle
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Things to do
Seasonal outdoor pool
Family friendly
In-room kitchenette
Laundry facilities
Seasonal outdoor pool
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Wheelchair-accessible parking
More
3 buildings
Floor
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Egyptian-cotton sheets
Select Comfort mattress
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels
Entertainment
TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Kitchenette
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Desk
Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Pets
Pets are allowed
Welcoming dogs only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from March to October
National rating
Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.
Frequently asked questions
Does Abbots Cove have a pool?
Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.
Is Abbots Cove pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Abbots Cove?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Abbots Cove?
Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Abbots Cove?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Abbots Cove located?
Situated in Hilton, this bed & breakfast is within 9 miles (15 km) of Queen Elizabeth Park, statue of Gandhi and Pietermaritzburg City Hall. Tatham Art Gallery and Msunduzi Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Abbots Cove Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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We especially appreciated the good reading material in the room, and the hostess being so kind as to let me take a book I had started to read. We thought the breakfast was delicious. We also appreciated the robes provided in the room. We'd been led to believe the weather would be hot, so we left our jackets at home. Instead the weather was quite chilly, so we used the robes for warmth.
This was in the perfect location as we didn't want to be in the city. The owner was gracious as we arrived and made sure we were all set. After two weeks in Africa we looked forward to the "Select Comfort beds with Egyptian linens". Not only did they not exist in the room assigned to us but we had booked a queen room on Hotels.com and were given a room with twin beds but we were stuck and had to accept what we were given. I will take this up with Hotels.com upon my return home on Oct. 8, 2014 and see what they do to rectify the situation. We appreciated the recommendation to the Pub that was about a block away, great beer and food on the veranda. The internet was in the breakfast room only and quite a ways from our assigned room so we were unable to use it until the morning. Breakfast was very good and prepared as ordered. I would recommend this property only if you are assured that what you book is what you will be given
Great location, easy to N3, very clean room. Staff was helpful and friendly and breakfast was great. Worked very well for me and I appreciated the kind, helpful owners.
Accessibility was good. Good spot if running the Comrades. We had no hot water in the shower and our towels were old and stained. Our dirty towels were simply rehung instead of clean towels given - not acceptable. Room was worn but comfortable. Pool was locked.
I arrived quite late on the evening of my booking but this seemed to be no problem for Tom who helped me park, unload my bag and show me to my room. The room was nice and the ensuite had a good hot shower. Tom even arranged for me to have an early breakfast as I was only passing through. All in all I had a very pleasant, if not brief stay and would recommend them for anyone either passing through or staying in the area.
We spent just one night at Abbot's Cove - it was convenient and easy to get to from the N3. Beds were comfortable, breakfast was great and there is a restaurant within walking distance. A comfortable stay. Staff was very helpful.