The Meritus

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Westville with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
View from room
Reception
Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (King Room with Kitchenette) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, wheelchair access
Front of property

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Parking included
    Parking included

Room options

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (Queen Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (King Room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Penthouse

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom (King Room with Kitchenette)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
17 Pitlochry Road, Westville, KwaZulu-Natal, 3629

What's nearby

  • The Pavilion Westville - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium - 12 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Durban Beach - 13 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World - 14 min drive - 16.4 km
  • uShaka Marine World - 16 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kauai - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Mayfair Westville - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Waxy O'Connors - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lupa Osteria - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Meritus

Property highlights
The Meritus provides amenities like free continental breakfast and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), barbecue grills, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at The Meritus have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and room service.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: ZAR 200
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 7:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 500 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 250 (one-way), (up to 17 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: ZAR 200 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 7:00 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Meritus Hotel Durban
Meritus Durban
Meritus House Durban
Meritus House
Meritus House Westville
Meritus Westville
Meritus Guesthouse Westville
Meritus Guesthouse
The Meritus Westville
The Meritus Guesthouse
The Meritus Guesthouse Westville

Frequently asked questions

Does The Meritus have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Meritus pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Meritus?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Meritus?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of ZAR 200 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 7:00 PM–midnight for a fee.

What time is check-out at The Meritus?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does The Meritus provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 500 per person applies.

Where is The Meritus located?

Situated in Westville, this guesthouse is 1 mi (1.6 km) from German School Durban and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bergtheil Local History Museum and The Pavilion Westville. Palmiet Nature Reserve and Life Westville Hospital are also within 6 mi (10 km).

The Meritus Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nigel, Westville za

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room with very comfy bed! Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019