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Mackaya Bella Guest House

KwaZulu Natal - Durban · South Africa

137 Penzance Road GlenwoodView location

9.6/10Excellent14 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/109.8
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.0/109.0
Condition9.6/109.6
Neighborhood9.4/109.4
Amenities10.0/1010.0
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About Mackaya Bella Guest House

In addition, Wi-Fi access is offered at the establishment's common spaces.

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With a stay at Mackaya Bella Guest House in Durban (Glenwood), you'll be steps from University of KwaZulu-Natal and 7 minutes by foot from Phansi Museum. This guesthouse is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Durban Botanical Gardens and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Durban University of Technology.

Make yourself at home in one of the 7 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Swimming Pool
Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 8:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators No alcohol served onsite No front desk LGBTQIA+ friendly Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • 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.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
  • Special 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. 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, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. 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.
  • Instructions
    • 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.
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • 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.

  • Spoken Language

    Afrikaans

    English

    Zulu

Nearby attractions

University of KwaZulu-Natal 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Phansi Museum 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Kwazulu Natal Society of Arts 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Harbour 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
The Rhumbelow Theatre 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
West Ridge Park Tennis Stadium 3.3 km / 2.1 mi
Durban University of Technology 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Musgrave Centre 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Victoria Street Market 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
St. Thomas' Church 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Catalina Theatre 4.3 km / 2.6 mi
Wilson's Wharf 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Old House Museum 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
St. Emmanual Cathedral 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Juma Mosque 4.4 km / 2.8 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • guest house
  • Wi-fi
  • Secure parking
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Laundry service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers
  • Clothes dryer
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishment
Upon availability

Room types

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Mackaya Bella Guest House

9.6
Excellent
14 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.8 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.0 /10
Condition
9.6 /10
Neighborhood
9.4 /10
Amenities
10.0 /10
11 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
15 Jun 2025
REfilwe
Great locationIt was a good relaxed and quite stay. Host is welcoming and very helpful. I certainly will be booking for my next stay in the city. I can’t rate excellent, as there is always a room for improvement. I recommend Mackaya Guest Hiuse!
Self
8/10
Excellent
10 Jun 2024
JG

Comfortable Stay

We had a comfortable stay, thanks a lot!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2024
Kevin
Great
10/10
Exceptional
06 Aug 2023
Grant
Very friendly and accommodating staff. We enjoyed our stay!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2023
Catherine
We know Durban well, have stayed here before and will do so again. We give top ratings in every department but outsiders should know that you must have a car because it is in a residential area with no shops or restaurants close by. The owners are on site and super friendly and energetic. Breakfast is great.
Business Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Mar 2022
Lara

Friendly and cozy place to stay.

Had a lovely stay in very comfy bed in nice clean room. Hosts extremely friendly and made us delicious breakfast sandwiches to take away as we didn’t want to eat early. Highly recommend for anyone staying overnight in Durban.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2019
Verified traveler

Best place to stay in Durban

Room was spacious with modern amenities. The breakfast included with the luxury room was delicious and filling! Service is accommodating, friendly, and attentive. Area is quiet and I felt safe. Easy to get an Uber to wherever. They can also arrange for a car service, which was great too.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
Very kind and helpful host
8/10
Excellent
21 Feb 2019
Graham

Durban stopover

Nice guest house. Friendly hosts. Rooms a wee bit basic but very clean so no complaints.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Nov 2016
Brad
Lovely home away from home
10/10
Exceptional
21 Aug 2019
Riccardo
Ottimo soggiorno! Molto gentili e pronti a dare supporto ed informazioni! Casa ottima. Raccomandatissimo!
Partner

Location & surroundings

Mackaya Bella Guest House
137 Penzance Road Glenwood, Durban, South Africa

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