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    Mackaya Bella Guest House

    148 reviews
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    137 Penzance Road | Glenwood, Durban 4001, South Africa
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    4.5
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    “budget room”(2 reviews)
    “home away from home”(12 reviews)
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    Free Wifi
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    137 Penzance Road | Glenwood, Durban 4001, South Africa See on map
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    All reviewsbudget roomhome away from homehelpful in every waygreat hostsoff street parkingfriendly place to stayquiet neighborhoodfelt like homestay there againkwazulu natalroom was spaciouswonderful staysmall fridgebreakfast was amazingawesome servicethanks guysbusiness or pleasure
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    Reviewed 8 November 2017
    Calm and peacefull

    The stay at Mackaya Bella Geust House was very pleasent. The hosts were incredibly nice, filled with humor and service minded. We received good help and got nice suggestions, that improved our trip. We can strongly recommend Mackaya Bella Guest House.

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    Response from NickiMahony, Owner at Mackaya Bella Guest HouseResponded 11 November 2017

    Thanks Maria. Glad we could be of help - we love passing on any good information about places to visit, things to do and see or restaurants to go to. Nicki

    Reviewed 19 October 2017
    Home away from home

    Most impressed by the personal touch and hands on approach of the owners of the place and their flexibility. Meals are out of this world and I guess what makes them special is the homely touch put into each and very meal by the owners.More

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    Response from NickiM003, Owner at Mackaya Bella Guest HouseResponded 20 October 2017

    Thanks Edson. That's such a sweet comment. I put a bit of effort into making our homecooked meals nutritious but yummy, so I'm very happy you've highlighted this as a positive. We want you to feel like we would like to be treated, if we...More

    Reviewed 16 October 2017
    Mackaya Bella

    A well kept secret behind those walls. Lovely fresh atmosphere , very clean, friendly staff, secure and peaceful. Would do return visit. Do yourself a favour and spend some time there whether for business or pleasure

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    Response from NickiM003, Owner at Mackaya Bella Guest HouseResponded 17 October 2017

    So glad you enjoyed your stay with us Tara and thanks for the wonderful review! Please do come back. We'd love to see you again. Nicki.

    Reviewed 12 October 2017
    Beautiful place- Mackaya Bella Guest house

    Peaceful location and its close to the city center. Very comfortable family units. Good , fresh and clean linen , bathrooms and comfortable beds. Quite comfortable modern rooms (DSTV, Air con and WI-FI). Owners and staff very friendly. A place i highly recommend, u will...More

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    Response from NickiMahony, Owner at Mackaya Bella Guest HouseResponded 13 October 2017

    It was lovely having your family come stay with us and glad we could help you at such short notice. Fabulous review Tinashe. Much appreciated and hope to see you again. Kind regards, Nicki.

    Reviewed 8 October 2017
    happy client

    Amazing!!!! We will definitely stay at this amazing place. Friendly people excellent service and so clean. Its been a while since I have seen such dedication and service for guests.. Beyond impressed with them and the rooms. Food was awesome!!!

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    Response from NickiMahony, Owner at Mackaya Bella Guest HouseResponded 9 October 2017

    Wow! Thanks for the great review Vanessa. Will tell all the staff as they will be very happy and proud with your response... it takes a whole team to do all these things! Hope you can stay longer next time. Kind regards, Nicki.

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    Luthando M
    3 August 2017|
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    Response from NickiM003 | Property representative |
    Hi. Yes, if they are able to have 2 people in the same room, ie. share a double bed. We only have 7 double rooms, so if they are singles there won't be enough. Kind regards, Nicki
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    3 August 2017|
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    Response from Rick28200 | Reviewed this property |
    We were 4, but the house had more guests, so I would guess so.
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    "If you want to cook your own meals ask for the self-catering room."
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    "All rooms are exceptional, let Nicki or Mike suggest the right one for your needs"
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    "Home away from home"
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    "If you can request one of the flats, it would give you some extra space to cook, eat and relax"
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