The Sleeping Bao B&B

Victorian B&B with outdoor pool, near National Botanical Gardens

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Dates

November 2025

24

December 2025

Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Pool Access | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Outdoor pool, open 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM, sun loungers

Nestled near the statue of Gandhi, The Sleeping Bao B&B offers a vibrant retreat. Start your day with English breakfast and unwind in the garden or arcade/game room. With a fireplace in the lobby, conference space, and multilingual staff you'll feel right at home.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Pool
Free breakfast
Air conditioning
Free parking
Free WiFi
Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Outdoor pool
Seasonal outdoor pool
Beach shuttle
Casino shuttle
Train station pick-up service
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Garden
Arcade/game room
Lobby fireplace
Communal living room

Feel at home (6)

Refrigerator
Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Laundry service

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 24 - Nov 25

Tomorrow

Nov 25 - Nov 26

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Pool Access

Highlights

Yard

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

HDTV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2022

Fan

323 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Yard

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

HDTV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2022

Fan

194 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Pool
Airport transfer
Free parking
Free WiFi

$43 nightly

Dec 8 - Dec 9

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

139 Howick Road Wembley, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, 3201

What's nearby

Pietermaritzburg City Hall - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Tatham Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
statue of Gandhi - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
Golden Horse Casino - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
Scottsville Racecourse - 6 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 9 min drive
Train station pick-up (surcharge)
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Casino shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

‪Elephant & Co. - ‬13 min walk
‪Essence Deli Cafe - ‬3 min drive
‪Nino's - ‬5 min drive
‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
‪Sagewood Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Sleeping Bao B&B

Located near a train station, The Sleeping Bao B&B is a great choice for a stay in Pietermaritzburg. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and English breakfast daily between 5:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Other highlights at this Victorian bed & breakfast include a garden and bike cleaning.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 6 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
- Express check-out available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Check-out time is 10:30 AM
- Contactless check-out available
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
- The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
- You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
- If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

- Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

- Free secured, covered onsite self parking
- Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
- Onsite carport

Transfers

- Train station pick-up*

Offsite

- Beach shuttle*
- Casino shuttle*

Other information

- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free English breakfast each morning 5:00 AM–10:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Shared microwave

What to do

Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Working away

Meeting room
Conference space (250 square feet)

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry service
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Bike cleaning
Pool loungers

Facilities

3 buildings/towers
Built in 1920
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Fireplace in lobby
Communal living room
An outdoor pool
Arcade/game room
Victorian architecture

Accessibility

Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

Television
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding

What to enjoy

Yard

Freshen up

Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

Refrigerator

More

Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Beach shuttle and casino shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late check-in between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 200.0 per day

Parking

Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from August 01 to May 31

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard

Mobile payment options include: Touch 'n Go eWallet.

Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Sleeping Bao

Sleeping Bao B&B

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The Sleeping Bao B B

The Sleeping Bao B&B Bed & breakfast

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The Sleeping Bao B&B Bed & breakfast Pietermaritzburg

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sleeping Bao B&B offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Sleeping Bao B&B does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Sleeping Bao B&B?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Sleeping Bao B&B?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Sleeping Bao B&B?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Sleeping Bao B&B?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Sleeping Bao B&B?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Golden Horse Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Sleeping Bao B&B and nearby?

The Sleeping Bao B&B has an outdoor pool and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Does The Sleeping Bao B&B have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a yard.

What's the area around The Sleeping Bao B&B like?

The Sleeping Bao B&B puts you in the heart of Pietermaritzburg. Popular attractions include Pietermaritzburg City Hall, which is 3 minutes away by car.