Highview Lodge

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Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

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10

About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Highview Lodge in Gillitts offers a recently renovated guest house with a garden and free WiFi. The property features air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen. Outdoor Amenities: Guests can enjoy an outdoor seating area, picnic spots, and barbecue facilities. The ground-floor unit includes a private entrance and garden views. Convenient Facilities: The guest house provides free on-site private parking, full-day security, bicycle parking, and streaming services. Additional amenities include a coffee machine, microwave, and TV. Local Attractions: Located 51 km from Pietermaritzburg Airport, Highview Lodge is near Durban Botanic Gardens (31 km), Moses Mabhida Stadium (34 km), and uShaka Marine World (34 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Cleo
South Africa South Africa
“Absolutely spectacular space. Luxurious and super comfortable.”
Zanodumo
South Africa South Africa
“We particularly enjoyed the views from our room. Natalia our host created a small heaven for us and we got to escape from the noise. Suppers by the braai area surrounded by warmth and peaceful sounds of the night. 100% recommend :-)”
Inge
South Africa South Africa
“I was so glad to have discovered this beautiful place, in a very peaceful and quiet setting, close to Giba Gorge. The kitchenette has everything one needs, with extras like muesli, yoghurt, milk, hot chocolate, tea & sugar included. One also has...”
Mahomed
Lesotho Lesotho
“The host had shown her concern and interest as soon as l had booked. The host was super friendly, warm and helpful.Its a clean, quiet and serene place that's tucked away from the noise pollution. I will be booking again soon.Its quite affordable.”
Dale
South Africa South Africa
“Very quiet and peaceful . Own Private entrance, under cover parking, very secure Fully equipped kitchenette, comfortable bed , Airconditioning, own garden area with braai facility. Lovely view of the valley when you wake up. Very Clean with new...”
Anonymous
South Africa South Africa
“The place is located in the hidden gems of Hillcrest and I was there wondering, who on earth discovered this place because it feels like I am close to God. Value for money, excellent service and perfect location.”
Dorian
France France
“Natalia est une superbe hôte. Merci pour son accueil et son aide.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

10
Host review score
Located at the heart of the Giba gorge. High view lodge is the perfect spot to come and relax surrounded by nature. The lodge counts with a private garden where you can enjoy the tranquility of what the area has to offer. At only 10 min walk from the entrance of bicycle/walking trails of Giba Gorge, High view lodge is the perfect place to stay either for relaxing holidays or business trips. You will be spoiled by nature reserves surrounding the area. Krantzkloof, Glenholme, Everton Conservancy just to mention a few, all of them just under 15min drive from lodge. The guests can benefit from a private garden with barbecue facilities and cover- private parking. Aircon, Smart tv with Netflix and free Wi-Fi are available. The lodge is equipped with shower, toiletries, towels, and linen as well as a fully equipped kitchen including complementary tea and coffee (breakfast menu available). Located only 7 minutes from Hillcrest and Gillitts town centers, the lodge is situated at the heart of nature, but you can be at a business meeting or a popular restaurant in town in just few minutes.
Events happening nearby: Comrades Marathon 8 June 2025 Amashova Durban Classic cycle race 20 July 2025 Distance reference from prominent cities and landmarks: 8Km from Kloof, 12Km from Pinetown and 54Km from Pietermaritzburg. 37 km from Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve. 30Km from Durban Botanic Gardens. 31 Km from Durban ICC. 52 Km from King Shaka International Airport.
Languages spoken: English,Spanish,French

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.