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Located in the sub-tropical town of Pongola, Dove Inn Guest house offers lush gardens with a large outdoor pool and braai facilities for a traditional barbecue. Free Wi-Fi is available. Each of the air-conditioned rooms comes equipped with a TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. They contain tea/coffee facilities and some traditional South African biscuits. A continental breakfast is served daily, and packed lunches can be prepared for day trips to local attractions. Fishing and boating are available at Jozini Dam, less than 31 mi away. The game reserves at Ithala, Hluhluwe and Mkuze are all within 87 mi of the Dove Inn. Sodwana Bay, Ponta de Ore and Ponta Malegane are deep-sea diving locations within a 99 mi drive from the property. The Pongola Golf Club is less than 0.6 mi from The Dove Inn. Free, covered parking is available. There is also parking available for caravans and boats.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental

Free Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.0
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
10
High score for Pongola
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  • Deon
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff was friendly and upgraded my room even without me asking. It felt as if they had my interest in mind.
  • A
    Anonymous
    South Africa South Africa
    The host was very hospitable and really went out of her way to make us feel comfortable. What a wonderful stay!
  • Carin
    Kazakhstan Kazakhstan
    The staff were super efficient. The beds were comfortable and the bedding was clean.

Hosted by A Dive Inn Guest House Pongola

9.2
9.2
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A Dive Inn Guest House Pongola
Dive Inn Guest House is located in the sub-tropical town of Pongola, which is situated in the heart of the prosperous sugar cane plantations of Northern KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Pongola is one of the last residential stops on your way to the much sought after holiday destinations of Sodwana Bay, Mozambique and Swaziland.
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PONGOLA
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Zulu

Area info

Amenities of Dive Inn Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • High chair
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Darts
  • Pool table
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Tour desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Convenience store on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Pool 2 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Zulu

House rules

Dive Inn Guesthouse takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

 

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 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Please inform Dive Inn Guesthouse of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.