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Sunbird Guest House

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Howick with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Stroll through the serene garden, lined with interlocking brick pathway and lush greenery, leading to a charming entrance.
Cozy kitchen with a brick oven, wooden cabinetry, and a comfortable bench.
Explore a serene garden setting with a meandering stone pathway and a tranquil seating area.
Compact workspace with a desk, decorative box, and kettle.
Relax in this charming room with a comfortable bed, desk, and bathroom featuring a mirror and sink.

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Carriage 1

Highlights

Refrigerator
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Sunbird Small Self Catering Cottage (11)

Sunbird Small Self Catering Cottage (11)

Highlights

Refrigerator
TV
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Carriage 2

Highlights

Refrigerator
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Robin 2 Twin Single Room

Robin 2 Twin Single Room

Highlights

Refrigerator
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Barbet Twin Single

Barbet Twin Single

Highlights

Refrigerator
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Sunbird Self Catering Cottage

Sunbird Self Catering Cottage

Highlights

Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Oakleigh Self Catering Cottage

Oakleigh Self Catering Cottage

Highlights

Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
30 Anderson Road Merrivale HOWICK KZN, 3291, Howick, KwaZulu-Natal, 3291

What's nearby

  • Howick Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.9 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
  • Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument - 8 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffeeberry - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ground Coffee House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nando's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Artisan Pizza - ‬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
  • Smoke-free premises, barbecue grills, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A 24-hour front desk
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

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu

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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

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sunbird Guest House pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunbird Guest House?

As of Aug 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunbird Guest House on Aug 11, 2025 start from CA $72.88, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sunbird Guest House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunbird Guest House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunbird Guest House?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Sunbird Guest House located?

Situated in Howick, this guesthouse is within 3 mi (5 km) of Howick Golf Club, Howick Museum, and Howick Public Falls. Karkloof Farmer's Market and Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Sunbird Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Irene

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.

10/10 Excellent

Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023