Spacious Accommodation: The Puffin's Nest in Hilton offers a recently renovated guest house with spacious rooms. Each room features a private bathroom, air-conditioning, and a kitchenette equipped with modern amenities.
Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy a beautiful garden and free WiFi throughout the property. Additional facilities include a dining area, work desk, and free on-site private parking.
Convenient Location: Located 18 km from Pietermaritzburg Airport, the guest house is near attractions such as Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve (11 km) and Howick Falls (13 km). Highly rated for value for money, room cleanliness, and convenient location.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
“Neat a very clean . Comfortable lounge. Cannot find fault with anything. One of the best guest house that we have ever stayed in . Thanks for the pleasant stay”
Rees
South Africa
“Perfect for what we required for the weekend in Hilton, quietly tucked away and conveniently situated.”
Mazet
South Africa
“Spacious, safe, quiet and feels like a home away from home. Respond to requests in lightning speed. Restaurants are a stone throw away.”
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Akhona
South Africa
“Loved it very clean and the host was so great with the details.”
Thulani
South Africa
“Clean, quiet, communicative, and respectful.. We had such a great time. Everything went smoothly and the place was exactly what we saw in the pictures.”
Sonja
South Africa
“Amazing place to stay. Little home away from home. Perfect.”
Sonja
South Africa
“Felt like a home away from home. Very suitable, very comfortable . Super helpful hosts”
Michelle
South Africa
“What a gem in Hilton. Next time will stay longer. It ideally situated and a most comfortable stay. Thank you for your special spot☆”
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Robert
South Africa
“Very comfortable, spacious, clean etc. Really excellent value for money.”
Niksha
South Africa
“The cottage looked exactly like pictures and was easy to find and check in and out of. My only regret is spending such a short time there! I would definitely rebook at the Puffin's Nest for some cozy time away from home.”
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.
Hosted by Vanessa and Luke
9.2
9.2
Host review score
Host review score
Vanessa and Luke
This quaint cottage merges convenience, comfort, and affordability. Excellent location for long-stay Hopelands patients and deliveries. Off-street parking, WiFi included, gas, solar and inverter powered, and a dedicated work space.
A quiet and calm neighbourhood that is well situated for access to the Midlands Meander, the Avenues Lifestyle Centre, the Hilton Life Hospital and schools.
Language spoken: English
Property surroundings
House rules
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Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
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.
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