Title: Sunbird Guest House - 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) # Sunbird Guest House Guesthouse in Howick with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant ## Photo gallery for Sunbird Guest House ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368354/146af017.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368354/fe8c43ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Barbet Twin Single ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368354/73aacdf6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Carriage 2 | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368354/44970783.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368354/52b80f96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Sunbird Guest House welcomes visitors with its serene setting, cozy fireplace, and lovely garden. Guests can connect with free WiFi, enjoy quality meals at the restaurant, and relax in the spa tub. Past visitors consistently praise their experience at this peaceful getaway. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - 24/7 front desk - Pet-friendly - Housekeeping - Free WiFi - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 3 - Dec. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=15368354&PinnedHotelID=15368354&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=15368354&PinnedHotelID=15368354&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 4 - Dec. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=15368354&PinnedHotelID=15368354&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=15368354&PinnedHotelID=15368354&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=15368354&PinnedHotelID=15368354&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=15368354&PinnedHotelID=15368354&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=15368354&PinnedHotelID=15368354&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=15368354&PinnedHotelID=15368354&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 8 of 8 rooms ### View all photos for Sunbird Self Catering Cottage ![Sunbird Self Catering Cottage ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368354/3e4de6f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Sunbird Self Catering Cottage ### Highlights Kitchen Refrigerator TV Portable fan Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Robin 2 Twin Single Room ![Robin 2 Twin Single Room ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368354/7675723a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Robin 2 Twin Single Room ### Highlights Refrigerator TV Portable fan Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Oakleigh Self Catering Cottage ![Oakleigh Self Catering Cottage ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368354/c033fa9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Oakleigh Self Catering Cottage ### Highlights Kitchen Refrigerator TV Portable fan Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Barbet Twin Single ![Barbet Twin Single ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368354/15ffb1d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Barbet Twin Single ### Highlights Refrigerator TV Portable fan Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Carriage 2 ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368354/781d9c65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Carriage 2 ### Highlights Refrigerator TV Portable fan Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Carriage 1 ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368354/781d9c65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Carriage 1 ### Highlights Refrigerator TV Portable fan Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Sunbird Small Self Catering Cottage (11) ![Sunbird Small Self Catering Cottage (11)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15370000/15368400/15368354/b78aca04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Sunbird Small Self Catering Cottage (11) ### Highlights Refrigerator TV Portable fan 2 bedrooms Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### Standard Triple Room ### Highlights Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Portable fan Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Satellite channels Desk Daily housekeeping - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 3 Twin Beds ![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%2FHowick-Hotels-Sunbird-Guest-House.h15368354.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHowick-Hotels-Sunbird-Guest-House.h15368354.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-29.51586%2C30.23904&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4688cB0gW-aGhyY8X1itN6vOcvU=) 30 Anderson Road Merrivale HOWICK KZN, 3291, Howick, KwaZulu-Natal, 3291 #### What's nearby - Howick Golf Club \- 3 min drive \- 2.9 km - Howick Museum \- 4 min drive \- 4.3 km - Howick Public Falls \- 5 min drive \- 4.7 km - Karkloof Farmer's Market \- 6 min drive \- 6.1 km - Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve \- 6 min drive \- 6.5 km #### Getting around - Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Farmers Daughter - ‬4 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Break Room - ‬7 min drive - ‪Haisy Cafe - ‬7 min drive ## About this property ### Sunbird Guest House Upscale guesthouse You can look forward to a garden, a fireplace in the lobby, and a hot tub at Sunbird Guest House. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant. Other perks at this guesthouse include: - Free self parking - A 24-hour front desk, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises - Coffee/tea in the lobby Room features All guestrooms at Sunbird Guest House offer amenities such as free WiFi. Other amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers - TVs with digital channels - Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and portable fans ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14900000/14891000/14890929/e346499b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nutmeg Guest House Howick - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 6.6 7 reviews CA $70 CA $80 total includes taxes & fees Dec 4 - Dec 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=14890929&PinnedHotelID=14890929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21550000/21546500/21546448/1b315a1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 79 On Ridge BNB Scottsville - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 5 reviews CA $81 CA $107 total includes taxes & fees Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=21546448&PinnedHotelID=21546448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2215100/2215083/a9c03c21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Granny Mouse Country House & Spa Lidgetton West - 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Jan 4, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&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 transportation - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite parking ### Food and drink - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Things to do - Hot tub ### Family friendly - In-room refrigerator ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Fireplace in lobby - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Refrigerator ### More - Portable fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay free Welcoming dogs only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### 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 Sunbird Guest House Howick Sunbird Howick Sunbird Guest House Guesthouse Howick Sunbird Guest House Guesthouse Sunbird Guest House Howick Sunbird Guest House Guesthouse Sunbird Guest House Guesthouse Howick ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sunbird Guest House pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Sunbird Guest House? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Sunbird Guest House? ### What time is check-out at Sunbird Guest House? ### Where is Sunbird Guest House located? ## Have a question? 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We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Irene Jan 8, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### great service by owner Our only gripe would be potholes en route but that is not the owner's fault & hopefully will be remedied. ##### Irene ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angelo Jul 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Angelo Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Saskatoon Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Saskatoon-Hotels-Saskatoon-Inn.h74916.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Lanikai Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Lanikai-Beach-Hotels.0-l6069027-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Polokwane](https://www.expedia.ca/Polokwane-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Polokwane.h17771611.Hotel-Information) > > [The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Palace-Of-The-Lost-City-At-Sun-City-Resort.h392096.Hotel-Information) > > [Mountain Hotels in Moncton](https://www.expedia.ca/Moncton-Hotels-Mountain-Hotels.0-0-d4051-tMountainHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Mafigeni Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Gravelotte-Hotels-Mafigeni-Safari-Lodge.h3954755.Hotel-Information) > > [Krystal Vallarta - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Krystal-Vallarta-All-Inclusive.h37260169.Hotel-Information) > > [Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Touws-River-Hotels-Aquila-Private-Game-Reserve-Spa.h6347327.Hotel-Information) > > [Paradisus Los Cabos - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Cabos-Hotels-Paradisus-Los-Cabos-All-Inclusive.h24807.Hotel-Information) > > [Thorn & Feather (Vermaaklikheid)](https://www.expedia.ca/Vermaaklikheid-Hotels-Thorn-Feather.h61102048.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Apex Mountain](https://www.expedia.ca/Apex-Mountain-Hotels.0-l3000009199-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Cheap Hotels in New York](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d178293-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Buffalo (BUF)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/buf/edmonton-to-buffalo) > > [Flights from Paris (CDG) to Palma de Mallorca (PMI)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/cdg/pmi/paris-to-palma-de-mallorca) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Shannan (LXA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/lxa/toronto-to-lhasa) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Istanbul (IST)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/ist/toronto-to-istanbul) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yyz/vancouver-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/phl/yyz/philadelphia-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Goffs (YHZ) to Fort McMurray (YMM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/ymm/halifax-to-fort-mcmurray) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yvr/calgary-to-vancouver) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Inuvik](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Inuvik.d3932.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Packages ### General > [Visit Rio de Janeiro](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro.dx178301)