Title: Mackaya Bella Guest House (Guesthouse) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Mackaya Bella Guest House Suburban guesthouse with free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13134100/13134073/79ee8e60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13134100/13134073/51739273.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13134100/13134073/38b4ced7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily English breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13134100/13134073/1971981b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13134100/13134073/7829b321.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Mackaya Bella Guest House offers a quiet retreat near the University of KwaZulu-Natal. Guests enjoy English breakfast, free newspapers in the garden, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Amenities include in-room WiFi and dry cleaning services. 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Pool - Laundry - Housekeeping - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 1 - Dec. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=13134073&PinnedHotelID=13134073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=13134073&PinnedHotelID=13134073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 2 - Dec. 3](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=13134073&PinnedHotelID=13134073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=13134073&PinnedHotelID=13134073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=13134073&PinnedHotelID=13134073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=13134073&PinnedHotelID=13134073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 12 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=13134073&PinnedHotelID=13134073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=13134073&PinnedHotelID=13134073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Luxury Double Room, 1 Double Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13134100/13134073/efceeee4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Double Room, 1 Double Bed 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator LED TV Premium bedding Separate bedroom Deep soaking bathtub Private bathroom Separate bathtub and shower - 215 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Family Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Pool View, Poolside](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13140000/13134100/13134073/00eff67e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Pool View, Poolside 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Kitchen Refrigerator LED TV Sofa bed - 290 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa 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.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDurban-Hotels-Mackaya-Bella-Guest-House.h13134073.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDurban-Hotels-Mackaya-Bella-Guest-House.h13134073.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-29.87354%2C30.98498&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_vEOQvYZ1Iji6RquUtrRJ54DFWI=) 137 Penzance Road, Glenwood, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4001 #### What's nearby - University of KwaZulu-Natal - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Phansi Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Kwazulu Natal Society of Arts - 1 min drive - 1.5 km - Sugar Terminal - 3 min drive - 2.6 km - Harbour - 3 min drive - 2.2 km #### Getting around - King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 27 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Goundens Restaurant & Take Away - ‬15 min walk - ‪The Willowvale Hotel - ‬19 min walk - ‪KFC - ‬18 min walk - ‪Rhumbelow Theatre - ‬3 min drive - ‪Davlyn's Good Foods - ‬2 min drive ## About this property ### Mackaya Bella Guest House Upscale guesthouse near University of KwaZulu-Natal Located close to Phansi Museum and Durban University of Technology, Mackaya Bella Guest House provides free English breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this guesthouse include: - A seasonal outdoor pool - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and free newspapers - Smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Mackaya Bella Guest House feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request - Free secured self parking on site - Limited onsite parking - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Food and drink - Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Stair-free path to entrance ### More - 2 floors - Built in 2007 - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request) - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LED TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Refrigerator ### More - Desk - Laptop workspace - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 480.00 per person (one-way) - Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 480 (one-way), (from 4 to 18 years old) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available 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 Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Guests should be aware that 1 dog resides at this property. ### We should mention This property does not have elevators This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties The seasonal pool will be open from October to April Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property Alcohol is not served at this property This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### National rating Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization. ### Property is also known as Mackaya Bella Guest House Durban Mackaya Bella Guest House Mackaya Bella Durban Mackaya Bella Mackaya Bella Guest House Guesthouse Durban Mackaya Bella Guest House Guesthouse Mackaya Bella House Durban Mackaya Bella Durban Mackaya Bella Guest House Durban Mackaya Bella Guest House Guesthouse Mackaya Bella Guest House Guesthouse Durban ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Mackaya Bella Guest House have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Mackaya Bella Guest House pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Mackaya Bella Guest House? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Mackaya Bella Guest House? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Does Mackaya Bella Guest House provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM–9:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 480.00 per person applies. ### Where is Mackaya Bella Guest House located? > Located in Glenwood, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of University of KwaZulu-Natal and Phansi Museum. Durban University of Technology and Durban Botanical Gardens are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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