Title: Ilawu Inn Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=2924&destination=Pietermaritzburg%2C+KwaZulu-Natal%2C+South+Africa&selected=15857817&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ilawu Inn Guests can choose their relaxation style at Ilawu Inn - lounging by the outdoor pool or enjoying the sunshine from their private balcony. ## Photo gallery for Ilawu Inn ![Terrace/patio - Ilawu Inn (Pietermaritzburg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15860000/15857900/15857817/a0c7f6f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom (Double Room) | Free WiFi - Ilawu Inn (Pietermaritzburg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15860000/15857900/15857817/76fa80a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Ilawu Inn (Pietermaritzburg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15860000/15857900/15857817/84c11a0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Ilawu Inn (Pietermaritzburg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15860000/15857900/15857817/e01ff9d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Treatment room - Ilawu Inn (Pietermaritzburg)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15860000/15857900/15857817/f54675e1.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. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Free airport shuttle - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=15857817&PinnedHotelID=15857817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=15857817&PinnedHotelID=15857817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=15857817&PinnedHotelID=15857817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=15857817&PinnedHotelID=15857817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=15857817&PinnedHotelID=15857817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=15857817&PinnedHotelID=15857817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=15857817&PinnedHotelID=15857817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=15857817&PinnedHotelID=15857817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 3+ beds 1 bed 2 beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ### Family Room - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed ### Room (Semi-Self Catering) - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed ### Standard Double Room - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Standard Double Room - 65 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Standard Apartment - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Standard Room - 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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[Visit our Pietermaritzburg travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pietermaritzburg.dx2924) ![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-29.59991%2C30.37763&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WbvHQKH4Eg18NoA6Uq4_kYZaPrA=) 111 Chief Albert Luthuli, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, 3201 ### What's nearby - statue of Gandhi 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Pietermaritzburg City Hall 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Tatham Art Gallery 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Msunduzi Museum 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - The Old Prison 2 min drive \- 1.2 miles ### Getting around - Pietermaritzburg (PZB) 14 min drive ### Restaurants - Sagewood Cafe 2 min drive - McDonald's 14 min walk - Quincy's Cafe Restaurant 11 min walk - McDonald's 2 min drive - McDonald's 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 ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6130000/6128100/6128026/5395eec6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Redlands Hotel Pietermaritzburg - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 8.2 Very good 24 reviews £101 includes taxes & fees 30 Mar - 31 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=6128026&PinnedHotelID=6128026&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 - 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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 ### Special check-in instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### 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? ### Is Ilawu Inn pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Ilawu Inn? ### Does Ilawu Inn provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Ilawu Inn located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## 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 ## Reviews Verified ### 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 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 19 Dec 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [On The Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Durban-North-Hotels-On-The-Beach.h100470383.Hotel-Information) > - [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) > - [Gooderson Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Drakensberg-Gardens-Hotels-Gooderson-Drakensberg-Gardens-Golf-Spa-Resort.h890693.Hotel-Information) > - [Loxley House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nottingham-Road-Hotels-Loxley-House.h8767953.Hotel-Information) > - [Dolphin View Cabanas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Umdloti-Hotels-Dolphin-View-Cabanas.h10410615.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) > - [St Ives Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lidgetton-West-Hotels-St-Ives-Lodge.h15053557.Hotel-Information) > - [The Estuary Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Edward-Hotels-The-Estuary-Hotel-And-Spa.h11733911.Hotel-Information) > - [Sanbona Wildlife Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barrydale-Hotels-Sanbona-Wildlife-Reserve.h1155735.Hotel-Information) > - [Mdluli Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kruger-National-Park-Hotels-Mdluli-Safari-Lodge.h38870272.Hotel-Information) > - [Margate Beach Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Margate-Hotels-Margate-Beach-Club.h9458217.Hotel-Information) > - [Ardmore Guest Farm](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ardmore-Hotels-Ardmore-Guest-Farm.h15216694.Hotel-Information) > - [Sebatana Private Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vaalwater-Hotels-Sebatana-Private-Reserve.h32459379.Hotel-Information) > - [Curry's Post Bed and Breakfast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Currys-Post-Hotels-Currys-Post-Bed-And-Breakfast.h27154186.Hotel-Information) > - [Pumba Private Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Grahamstown-Hotels-Pumba-Private-Game-Reserve.h2319463.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) > - [Dragon Peaks Mountain Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cathkin-Park-Hotels-Dragon-Peaks-Mountain-Resort.h34495912.Hotel-Information) > - [Sandy Place](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Lucia-Hotels-Sandy-Place.h44888403.Hotel-Information) > - [Rukiya Safari Camp](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Rukiya-Safari-Camp.h18302655.Hotel-Information) > - [Kwa Maritane Self-Catering Chalets](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Kwa-Maritane-Self-Catering-Chalets.h22471915.Hotel-Information) > - [Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Scottburgh-Hotels-Blue-Marlin-Hotel.h10019868.Hotel-Information) > - [Rhino Sands Safari Camp](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jozini-Hotels-Rhino-Sands-Safari-Camp.h29303627.Hotel-Information) > - [Selborne Golf Estate, Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pennington-Hotels-First-Group-Selborne-Golf.h4329711.Hotel-Information) > - [Vuyani River Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Vuyani-Tented-Camp-All-Inclusive.h57157744.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) > - [Vuyani Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Vuyani-Safari-Lodge-All-Inclusive.h36961786.Hotel-Information) > - [The Oyster Box](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Umhlanga-Hotels-The-Oyster-Box.h2939964.Hotel-Information) > - [Zulu Rock Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ulundi-Hotels-Babanango-Game-Reserve-Zulu-Rock-Lodge.h53812368.Hotel-Information) > - [Valley Lodge - Babanango Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ulundi-Hotels-Babanango-Game-Reserve-Babanango-Valley-Lodge.h31783059.Hotel-Information) ---