Guest house · Durban · KwaZulu-Natal
Waterloo Guest House
A quiet, self-catering guest house in Durban with a garden, terrace, and saltwater pool.
- Rated 9.1 by guests
- Free parking on site
- Air conditioning and free Wi-Fi
9.1
Perfect
35 reviews
Booking.com 9.1 · 35 reviews
About
Waterloo Guest House
Waterloo Guest House sits on Waterloo Road, about 2.6 km from The Westville and Bergthiel Museum. The property centers on a garden with a terrace, outdoor seating, and a saltwater pool — an easy place to unwind after a day out.
The guest house offers both a Two-Bedroom Villa and a Family Private Bathroom Room, each equipped for independent stays. You'll find tea and coffee facilities, a dining table, cookware, and an electric kettle, plus a flat-screen TV and ironing facilities in every unit.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Air conditioning
In brief
What works, what to weigh
+
Strengths
3 reasons to book- Guest rating of 9.1 — Based on 35 reviews, with particularly strong scores for rooms (9.6) and service (9.4).
- Self-catering setup — Every room includes a kitchenette with cookware, a dining table, and an electric kettle, so you can prepare your own meals.
- Outdoor amenities — A terrace, garden furniture, a saltwater pool, and BBQ facilities give you plenty of reasons to stay outdoors.
–
Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Limited check-in window — Check-in is only between 14:00 and 20:00, so plan your arrival accordingly.
- No pets allowed — If you're traveling with a pet, this isn't the place — the policy explicitly says no pets.
- No on-site dining — The guest house doesn't list a restaurant or breakfast service, so you'll need to self-cater or eat out.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Family Private Bathroom Room
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Basics
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- No smoking on site
Food & Drink
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Dining table
- BBQ facilities
- Outdoor dining area
Outdoor & Pool
- Saltwater pool
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Sun loungers
- Beach umbrellas
- Garden area
Services & Extras
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
- Carpeted floor
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 9.1/10 from 35 reviews
Booking.com · 9.1 · 35 reviews
04 — Location
Getting around Durban
The property sits in Durban.
Nearby: The Westville and Bergthiel Museum is about 2.6 km away — a short drive from the guest house.
Local context: Durban's average guest rating is 7.7, so Waterloo's 9.1 places it well above the local norm.
3 Waterloo Road, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 3629, South Africa
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:00-20:00
- Check-out
- By 07:00-10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 20:00, and check-out is from 07:00 to 10:00.
Is parking available at Waterloo Guest House?
Yes, parking is available on site.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Does the guest house have air conditioning?
Yes, air conditioning is listed among the amenities.
Is there a pool?
Yes, there's a saltwater pool on site.
The bottom line
Waterloo Guest House is a dependable, well-reviewed choice for travelers who want the independence of self-catering with the comfort of a guest house. Its strong room quality and attentive service make it a solid pick in Durban, provided you're okay with the limited check-in hours.
9.1Based on guest ratings and on-site features.
Ready to book Waterloo Guest House?
Tap through and we’ll open our booking partner’s site, with live prices and availability for your exact dates.
No payment on this site — you complete the booking on our partner’s site.