Petla's Place — Hotel in KwaZulu-Natal

This place is conveniently located for those going to Kwa-zulu Natal University. It's located fairly far from more touristy attractions just as large shopping centres and Durban Beach. ||||Leon & Petla were very hospitable. This was my first time to South Africa and being 2 young girls they looked after us like we were their kids. They provided transport to and from uni when we needed it (public transport in this area is a rarity as it's more suburban). and they drove us out to the local shops etc when we wanted to eat out. Petla also provided a home-cooked meal once. We had traditional Afrikaans food with Afrikaans music. It was lovely!! Normally internet isn't provided but I had to let my parents back in Sydney that I arrived safely so Leon let me use his personal computer. :)||||The room was very spacious and we had our own entry so we could enter and leave as we wished. We were given a key for the front gate so we didn't have to bother them. We had a room with a bath but when we wanted a room with a shower, we were moved to another room with no fuss at all. ||||The room had a small kitchenette and fridge. ||||Best feature would be Leon & Petla! Meeting people whilst travelling is always a ...

Absolutely horrible. Mouldy & old. Ancient scruffy fridge is completely frozen up inside. Mirrors & tiles broken. Braai facility non existent. Poor TV quality and only channel 144. Laundery service over priced. Beds terrible and worn...

People are very friendly, but there are a real ant infestation problem i am really not happy with that. And with the fact that you pay R450 which says breakfast included but yet dont get asked if you would like have...