About us
Welcome to Lexden Guest House, a peaceful retreat in Pietermaritzburg’s beautiful Town Hill area. Nestled within a garden paradise and offering beautiful views over the city, it’s the perfect place to relax, unwind, and feel at home, whether you’re visiting for business or leisure.
Our garden
Lexden is defined by its sweeping, lush green landscape. Our garden is a curated retreat of vibrant foliage, structural flora, and quiet corners meant for unwinding. Step outside into a beautifully preserved sanctuary where nature’s stillness accompanies every hour of your stay.
Our breakfast
Mornings at Lexden are celebrated with a fresh, wholesome breakfast designed to delight. We provide a nourishing, elegant start to your day, served with the genuine warmth of our hospitality.
Lexden Truths
Beautiful, peaceful property. Very private, 5 star room furnishings, linen and décor. Back up power during load shedding was a big bonus. Light, spacious deluxe accommodation. The breakfast was delicious and the variety was perfect.
Donna
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our overnight stay at Lexden. The rooms are incredibly spacious and well-decorated and care is taken to make your stay as comfortable as possible. The breakfast was also delicious, thank you!
HappyFamilyof4Travel
Family
Lexden guest house is just the best.
Tranquil, safe and very well appointed.
The owners are always eager to assist with everything
Morne
Business Traveler
Love your aesthetic and the overall space you guys have!. Highly a recommendable space, nothing but the best for the future. See you next time.
Orefile
Beautiful lux b&b nestled in the quiet hills of Pietermaritzburg. Welcomed on our arrival and made to feel relaxed within seconds. ||Luxurious linen and everything was spotless.||Room is surrounded excellent landscaped garden and all details have been well thought out. ||Highly recommend it for families, couples or friends.
Bron
I have travelled all over the world, and Lexden is my absolute favourite place to stay. Everything is so tastefully done, down to tiniest detail. Rooms are absolutely immaculate, and complemented by wonderful staff and owners. There is nothing I can suggest to improve upon….. perfect is exactly that.. PERFECT!
Frans

Contact Details
Phone:
Landline: 033 345 6984
Reception Mobile: 081 779 8933
Office Mobile: 060 384 9682
Owner: 083 775 4555
Email:
bookings@lexden.co.za
Address:
176 Howick Road, Athlone, Pietermaritzburg,
South Africa, 3201
Map
FAQs
Check in 2 pm to 8 pm – extra charge of R150 levied for late check-in.
Check-out 11 am.
Our rooms can accommodate wheelchair users, but there are a few steps, so assistance is required. Please contact us before booking to discuss your accessibility needs.
On-site parking bays are available.