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5.0 of 5
17 Loudoun Rd | Berea, Durban 4001, South Africa
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Ridgeview Lodge
Ranked #27 of 139 Durban B&B and Inns
4.0 of 5 stars 17 Reviews
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cape town
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“BEST VALUE FOR MONEY”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2011
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Ridgeview Lodge is an awesome guesthouse with superb view over the harbour of Durban. The style is cozy and colonial, with a true home feeling. I stay there every time I go to Durban and I just feel at home. The attitude is friendly and helpful. Having been here several times over the years, this is something everyone should take for granted, unless coming over with unrealistic expectations or pretending one's own misbehaviour being accepted, although unacceptable.

  • Stayed February 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Middelburg, South Africa
1 review
“Good breakfast yes but not appropriate at all if you have kids with you.”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2011

It felt like a tight boarding school,always had to move on our tip-toes lest we are reprimanded
for our kids making noise.Upon our arrival we were yelled at by the wife Tosca of our bag making noise.Initially we were told breakfast closes at 9 am but arond 7:50 we would be phoned to be told we are late for breakfast.

  • Stayed December 2010, travelled on business
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Gary Orman, Owner at Ridgeview Lodge, responded to this review
15 February 2011
As the owner of the Guest House, I am always willing to accept constructive critisism if we find our House "out of line". The very nature of a guest house , is its uniqueness to its surroundings and size and the respect that fellow guests have for each other, whether that be in the diningroom with kids making unneccessary noise and poor table manners, in the bedroom with turned up tv volume, running up and down the passage ways, no thought for others who might be sleeping when you arrive late at night.
We find that those guests who are accustomed to Guest House style accommodation afford others the quiter privileges as they would expect from them, unfortunately sometimes some guests think that they are the only ones that count.
Our breakfast times are strictly 7am to 9am, we close the dining room at 9am yet there are always those who think that they can walk in at 5 minutes to 9 and sit there until 10am. We always phone to remind guests that the diningroom closes at 9 o clock, we would never call them at 10 to 8am.
The reason we were told that the booking was made, was because of the rates we had on offer, simply the cheapest for any of the listed star rated establishments and to now rate us at the lowest level for value does show the guests lack of experience as to what to expect and what was on offer in a Guest House.
Dear guest, sorry you did not bother to contact us or make your feelings known to us, other guests did contact us and asked for something to be done about the unacceptable behaviour .
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Johannesburg, South Africa
1 review
“Real Home from Home, coupled with Good Value superb views”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 December 2010

The fact that I have known Gary & Tosca for an age, only makes any stay an extra memory, always of a good kind.
Ridgeview is superbly situated overlooking my home-town(City of Durban) with wonderful views from relaxing access points.
When on business one needs a hearty tasty breakfast to start the day, and that is what is delivered by friendly proprietors.
Comfortable air-conditioned TV bedrooms are offered for a relaxing quiet and full sleep. All you need at the end of a warm day in Durbs!
Looking forward to my next stay at our premier stop in Durban, business or leisure.

  • Stayed October 2010, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Richards Bay
1 review
“Cozy, homely, quiet and tranquill!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 November 2010

I have stayed in many B&B's lodges and hotels. I definately rate Ridgeview Lodge as one of the top two places i have stayed over. Great value for your money. The breakfast is top class, the rooms are stunning and the view is gorgeous. Gary made us feel at home. They are awesome people with a passion for what they do. Definately my first choice for Durban accommodation!

  • Stayed November 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Pietermaritzburg
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“An oasis of coolness and tranquility”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 October 2010

This is a fantastic place to stay - the old Durban architecture is sublime, the finishes of very high quality and the rooms and facilities really lovely. I could not recommend it more highly!

  • Stayed October 2010, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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17 Loudoun Rd | Berea, Durban 4001, South Africa
Price range (per night):* INR4,257 - 5,937

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