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The Family and Prayer Guesthouse is a recently renovated guest house in Durban where guests can make the most of the garden and terrace. This property offers a private pool, free Wifi, and free private parking. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. Providing a patio and pool views, the spacious guest house includes 4 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, TV, an equipped kitchen, and 3 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a hot tub. Towels and bed linen are featured in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. There is an on-site bar, and during warmer months you can make use of the barbecue facilities. Kids pool is also available for guests at the guest house. Durban Botanic Gardens is 3.6 miles from The Family and Prayer Guesthouse, while ICC Durban is 4.2 miles away. The nearest airport is King Shaka International, 24 miles from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 3:
1 twin bed
Bedroom 4:
2 twin beds
Living room:
2 sofa beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.1
Location
8.6
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Xolile
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything was great.. Rooms were clean.staff was friendly 🥰🥰 it's our new home now
  • Shabalala
    South Africa South Africa
    The host of the house was very kind and the sweetest person you could ever work with. The house was on point, everything was perfect and beyond our expectations
  • Zama
    South Africa South Africa
    It was good, clean and spacious. The host was graceful. We appreciated our stay.

Hosted by Mam Phiwe

9.6
9.6
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Mam Phiwe
A quiet, well maintained Guesthouse in Manor Gardens, Durban, well located next to UKZN Howard College, Entabeni hospital, Musgrave, All rooms have twin beds and these are suitable for families or group bookings. Wifi, 1x Smart TV, Swimming Pool, Mini Bar Area, 2 separate kitchens, 4 bathrooms (1 shared bathroom and 3 Ensuite), Parking for 8 - 10 cars . No parties, or loud music allowed on premises. Cameras, 24 hour Armed response, Alarm System, CCTV. R1500 SECURITY DEPOSIT REQUIRED {REFUNDABLE}
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Xhosa,Zulu

Area info

Amenities of The Family and Prayer Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Hot tub
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Minibar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu

House rules
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Check-in
From 14:30 to 21:30
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 150 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that alcohol consumption is prohibited at the property.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about The Family and Prayer Guesthouse

  • Check-in at The Family and Prayer Guesthouse is from 2:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The Family and Prayer Guesthouse offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Swimming pool
  • The Family and Prayer Guesthouse is 2.5 miles from the center of Durban. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Family and Prayer Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at The Family and Prayer Guesthouse include:

    • Vacation Home