Title: Ilawu Inn Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ilawu Inn Hotel in Pietermaritzburg with free breakfast and free airport shuttle ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15860000/15857900/15857817/a0c7f6f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15860000/15857900/15857817/492aa7cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Treatment room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15860000/15857900/15857817/f54675e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15860000/15857900/15857817/2b9a499e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom (Double Room) | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15860000/15857900/15857817/76fa80a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Ilawu Inn welcomes travelers with breakfast and an airport shuttle. The peaceful property features a sunny terrace, pool, and WiFi. Amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services and free parking nearby. Guests appreciate the attentive, helpful staff. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Free airport shuttle - Pool - Breakfast included - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 8 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=15857817&PinnedHotelID=15857817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=15857817&PinnedHotelID=15857817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 9 - Nov 10](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=15857817&PinnedHotelID=15857817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=15857817&PinnedHotelID=15857817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=15857817&PinnedHotelID=15857817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=15857817&PinnedHotelID=15857817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=15857817&PinnedHotelID=15857817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=15857817&PinnedHotelID=15857817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ### Family Room ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Daily housekeeping Air-conditioning Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels LCD TV Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed ### Room (Semi-Self Catering) ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Daily housekeeping Air-conditioning Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels LCD TV Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Daily housekeeping Desk Air-conditioning Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Flat-panel TV Daily housekeeping - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Daily housekeeping Iron/ironing board Air-conditioning Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Flat-panel TV Daily housekeeping - 65 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Standard Apartment ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Daily housekeeping Desk Air-conditioning Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Flat-panel TV Daily housekeeping - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Standard Room ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Separate bath and shower Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Daily housekeeping Air-conditioning Private bathroom Separate bathtub and shower Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Flat-panel TV - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPietermaritzburg-Hotels-Ilawu-Inn.h15857817.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPietermaritzburg-Hotels-Ilawu-Inn.h15857817.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-29.60007%2C30.37762&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=G12f9etZ9BIPxwoxJT7EZDdvim4=) 111 Chief Albert Luthuli, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, 3201 #### What's nearby - Pietermaritzburg City Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - The Old Prison - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles - Golden Horse Casino - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles - Comrades Marathon House - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles - Scottsville Racecourse - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles #### Getting around - Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 7 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tandoor - ‬17 min walk - ‪Essence Deli Cafe - ‬17 min walk - ‪KFC - ‬3 min walk - ‪Sagewood Cafe - ‬2 min drive - ‪Quincy's Cafe Restaurant - ‬11 min walk ## About this property ### Ilawu Inn Property highlights At Ilawu Inn, you can look forward to free breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and a terrace. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - A free local area shuttle and 1 meeting room Room features All guest rooms at Ilawu Inn have comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers - LCD TVs with digital channels - Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101940000/101934300/101934264/863f2ddf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ekhaya Lodge Pietermaritzburg - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry 10 Exceptional 3 reviews £30 includes taxes & fees 11 Nov - 12 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=101934264&PinnedHotelID=101934264&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Suite (Summer) | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23070000/23064700/23064659/837009fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wensleydale Guest Lodge Pietermaritzburg - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.4 Very good 43 reviews £29 includes taxes & fees 10 Nov - 11 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=23064659&PinnedHotelID=23064659&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13250000/13243900/13243802/83e0e21f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg Pietermaritzburg - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.4 Very good 374 reviews £38 includes taxes & fees 17 Nov - 18 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=13243802&PinnedHotelID=13243802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15530000/15522100/15522030/afc664bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Thembelihle Guest House Scottsville - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.6 Excellent 9 reviews £33 includes taxes & fees 13 Nov - 14 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=15522030&PinnedHotelID=15522030&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15140000/15137500/15137437/acffebfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ascot Inn Pietermaritzburg - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.0 Very good 26 reviews £37 includes taxes & fees 22 Nov - 23 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=15137437&PinnedHotelID=15137437&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free return airport shuttle from 7 AM to 4 PM - Free area shuttle - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free breakfast available - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Free area shuttle - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Terrace ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower ### Entertainment - LCD TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker ### More - Air conditioning ## Policies ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 6 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ## 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### National rating Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation. ### Property is also known as Ilawu Inn Pietermaritzburg Ilawu Pietermaritzburg Ilawu Ilawu Inn Hotel Ilawu Inn Pietermaritzburg Ilawu Inn Hotel Pietermaritzburg ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Ilawu Inn have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Ilawu Inn pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Ilawu Inn? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### Does Ilawu Inn provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's a free airport shuttle. ### Where is Ilawu Inn located? > Situated in Pietermaritzburg, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Pietermaritzburg City Hall, Tatham Art Gallery and statue of Gandhi. Msunduzi Museum and KwaZuluNatal Museum are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ilawu Inn Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Matt 12 Jun 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Room comfort #### Centrally located, clean hotel Hotel in the centre of the CBD and hence town. Clean and staff helpful. Note could be noisy given its central location. ##### Matt Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 19 Dec 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Palace-Of-The-Lost-City-At-Sun-City-Resort.h392096.Hotel-Information) > > [Mabula Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bela-Bela-Hotels-Mabula-Game-Lodge.h1559026.Hotel-Information) > > [Tsala Treetop Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Plettenberg-Bay-Hotels-Tsala-Treetop-Lodge.h1030430.Hotel-Information) > > [Lush Private Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Lush-Private-Lodge.h24940930.Hotel-Information) > > [The Kingdom Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Moses-Kotane-Hotels-The-Kingdom-Resort.h6792618.Hotel-Information) > > [Glen Afric Country Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broederstroom-Hotels-Glen-Afric-Country-Lodge.h27136993.Hotel-Information) > > [Gondwana Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mossel-Bay-Hotels-Gondwana-Game-Reserve.h4145102.Hotel-Information) > > [Woodbury Tented Camp - Amakhala Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sidbury-Hotels-Woodbury-Tented-Camp-Amakhala-Game-Reserve.h9642577.Hotel-Information) > > [Ivory Tree Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Ivory-Tree-Game-Lodge.h5994597.Hotel-Information) > > [Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenton-On-Sea-Hotels-Kariega-Game-Reserve-Main-Lodge.h4576469.Hotel-Information) > > [Margate Beach Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Margate-Hotels-Margate-Beach-Club.h9458217.Hotel-Information) > > [Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hlabisa-Hotels-Rhino-Ridge-Safari-Lodge.h9401037.Hotel-Information) > > [Kwa Maritane Self-Catering Chalets](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Kwa-Maritane-Self-Catering-Chalets.h22471915.Hotel-Information) > > [Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Breede-River-Hotels-Inverdoorn-Private-Game-Reserve.h3131643.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Polokwane](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Polokwane-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Polokwane.h17771611.Hotel-Information) > > [Hartford House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mooirivier-Hotels-Hartford-House.h27344764.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cabanas Hotel at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Cabanas-Hotel-At-Sun-City-Resort.h9459.Hotel-Information) > > [Sanbona Wildlife Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barrydale-Hotels-Sanbona-Wildlife-Reserve.h1155735.Hotel-Information) > > [Garden Route Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Albertinia-Hotels-Garden-Route-Game-Lodge.h2917158.Hotel-Information) > > [Pumba Private Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Grahamstown-Hotels-Pumba-Private-Game-Reserve.h2319463.Hotel-Information) > > [Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vaalwater-Hotels-Mhondoro-Safari-Lodge-Villa.h11522151.Hotel-Information) > > [Vuyani River Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Vuyani-Tented-Camp-All-Inclusive.h57157744.Hotel-Information) > > [Vuyani Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Vuyani-Safari-Lodge-All-Inclusive.h36961786.Hotel-Information) > > [Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Touws-River-Hotels-Aquila-Private-Game-Reserve-Spa.h6347327.Hotel-Information) > > [Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Kwa-Maritane-Bush-Lodge.h526966.Hotel-Information) > > [Sebatana Private Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vaalwater-Hotels-Sebatana-Private-Reserve.h32459379.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cascades Hotel at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Cascades-Hotel-At-Sun-City-Resort.h9515.Hotel-Information) > > [Tshukudu Bush Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Tshukudu-Bush-Lodge.h1201423.Hotel-Information) > > [Sun City Hotel and Casino](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-Soho-Hotel-Casino-At-Sun-City-Resort.h527184.Hotel-Information) > > [The Oyster Box](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Umhlanga-Hotels-The-Oyster-Box.h2939964.Hotel-Information)