Oak Park Stays – 1 Bedroom Apartment

Oak Park Stays' one-bedroom apartment sits on Town Bush Road, on the forested slopes above Pietermaritzburg's northern edge — a quieter, greener setting than the CBD hotels and guest houses closer to the city centre. The apartment sleeps two, with a kitchen, a private outdoor pool, a terrace and a garden, plus free WiFi, free parking, a washing machine and full-day on-site security.

Guests consistently describe the location as safe and calm: one reviewer, Lindile, wrote that "the accommodation is located in safe neighbourhood, well furnished and clean," while Mthembu described a private braai and swim during a quiet stay with their husband. The warmth of the welcome comes up just as often — Nozipho wrote simply, "I loved everything about it, staff was so friendly and welcoming."

On Booking.com, the apartment holds a 9.2 out of 10 "Wonderful" rating from 104 reviews, with staff, location and value for money all scored 9.5. It suits travellers who want a private, self-catering base on Pietermaritzburg's leafy northern slopes rather than a hotel room in the centre of town.