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iGwalagwala Guest House

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in St. Lucia with an outdoor pool

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Lobby sitting area
Room
Room
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May

Explore the area

Map
91 Pelican Street, St. Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal, 3936
  • The Gallery-St Lucia
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Themba's Birding & Eco-tours
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • St. Lucia Estuary Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Queen Room

Standard Queen Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Room

Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room

Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room with Pool Access

Superior Double Room with Pool Access

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room with Pool access

Standard Double Room with Pool access

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

St. Lucia

At iGwalagwala Guest House you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of The Gallery-St Lucia and Themba's Birding & Eco-tours. Highlights at this B&B include an outdoor swimming pool. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers concierge services, a library and a terrace. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. .With a stay at this 4-property class St. Lucia B&B, you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from St. Lucia Estuary Beach and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from iSimangaliso Wetland Park.
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What's nearby

  • The Gallery-St Lucia - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Themba's Birding & Eco-tours - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • St Lucia Crocodile Centre - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • iSimangaliso Wetland Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • St. Lucia Estuary Beach - 9 min drive - 2.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪St Lucia John Dory's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kauai - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Ocean Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Reef + Dine - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪St Lucia Coffee Shop - ‬5 min walk

About this property

iGwalagwala Guest House

Bed & breakfast in St. Lucia with an outdoor pool
As a guest of iGwalagwala Guest House, you'll find an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. IGwalagwala Guest House also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. The front desk is open around the clock.

This 4-star St. Lucia bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • On-site shopping
  • No smoking on site
IGwalagwala Guest House offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes dining tables. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's toys
  • Dining table
  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in fee: 5-per cent of room rate for check-in between 6 AM and 8 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at iGwalagwala Guest House

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for ZAR 160.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee: 5 per cent of room rate for check-in between 6 AM and 8 AM
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 160.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 2 children aged 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Alcohol isn't served at iGwalagwala Guest House.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

iGwalagwala Guest House B&B St Lucia
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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to iGwalagwala Guest House?

The closest beach to iGwalagwala Guest House is St. Lucia Estuary Beach (1.2 km).

How much does it cost to stay at iGwalagwala Guest House?

As of 24 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at iGwalagwala Guest House on 6 May 2025 start from NZ$183.47, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does iGwalagwala Guest House have a pool?

IGwalagwala Guest House has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is iGwalagwala Guest House family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a picnic area, as well as highchairs and children's books in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that iGwalagwala Guest House is a hit with families.

Does iGwalagwala Guest House serve breakfast?

Sure does, free brekkie is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at iGwalagwala Guest House?

No, iGwalagwala Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at iGwalagwala Guest House?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at iGwalagwala Guest House?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

iGwalagwala Guest House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Igwalagwala Guest House: Best in St. Lucia

The iGwalagwala Guest House is in pristine condition. The rooms are extremely clean, the breakfast is varied and tasty, and the pool is also extremely clean and welcoming. The place is extremely well run and we will definitely be back on future stays to St. Lucia. On top of it all, the location is close to all the shops and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend this peaceful guest house

Igwalagwala is a great little guest house. The staff are friendly, helpful and willing to book excursions etc. The main lounge/dining area is incredibly calm and peaceful and the whole place is a great, quiet location in which to relax. The bedroom is a good size, we had a room with a tasteful modern four-poster bed and a couple of arm chairs looking out through patio doors that overlooked the pool area. The profile picture showing the exterior of the guest house does not really do this place justice. Admittedly, not the most beautiful building from the outside, but don't be put off as you feel like you are staying somewhere that really cares about its guests and wants to give them the best experience they can. The breakfast is also very good and they offer 'picnic' breakfasts too if you are heading out early on safari. The guest house is about a 5-10 minute walk into town, so, far enough out to be quiet and peaceful, but close enough to access everything the town has to offer. We would happily return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Bristol, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent place to stay

From setting foot in iGwalagwala Guest House our hosts made us feel very welcome and couldn't do enough to help. Our family room was spotlessly clean and really nicely laid out. Lovely to open the doors on the pool garden area. The children thoroughly enjoyed the pool. Breakfast was plentiful and delicious. Great Location in St Lucia couldn't have asked for more.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice guest house

Very nice guest house, everything is done to make sure that we are comfortable. The owners are very nice people and can give a lot of advices ans help you with a cooler, booking etc... Nice location also, you can walk to the beach, restuarants, etc... The breakfast is really great. We really enjoyed our stay there and will definitely come back. One more thing we can see some monkeys from our house :)

10/10 Excellent

denise , uk.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel with helpful manager

Lovely guest house, room was comfortable and clean. A little dark as it was in the corner but, as we had a family room, we are not complaining. The manager, Dieter, couldn't have been more helpful - organising our boat trip and a service wash for our laundry. Breakfast was plentiful - the fruit salad was delicious.

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

very nice guest house

Perfect stay. Lovely room. Nice ppol. Exceptionnal breakfast. Very close from city and activities. Staff was lovely and helped us with our booking activities. I recommend it highly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

LOIC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beau séjour

Super hôtel dans une ville très sympa
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Trevligt b & b

Rent och fräscht i perfekt läge. Mycket trevlig ägarfamilj som var mycket måna om vår trivsel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Werner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Aanrader!

Enorm gastvrij ontvangen en de eigenaren zetten graag een extra stap voor je. Zo hebben ze diverse excursies voor ons geregeld, maar waren ze ook heel flexibel met de tijden van het ontbijt toen we vroeg moesten vertrekken om een vlucht te halen. De kamers zijn ruim, netjes en sfeervol modern. Het ontbijt is goed, net als de ligging. We zouden Igwalagwala aan iedereen aanraden!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Guesthouse charmante et très bien tenu

Comme le dit le titre, c’est une guesthouse charmante, joliment décorée, très propre et très bien tenue. La propriétaire est très attentive à ce que votre séjour se passe bien, elle a le souci du détail et elle est accueillante et donne de bons conseils. Nous sommes arrivés dans la matinée et avons pu laisser nos valises. La chambre ( familiale) est spacieuse et confortable. Nous avions vue sur la piscine. A savoir: Tout la salle de bain est intégrée dans la chambre avec des parois tout autour et une porte mais pas de plafond; dès lors, quand on va aux toilettes, toute la chambre peut entendre ce que vous faites. Il y a une toilette dehors à côté de la piscine ce qui peut être une solution si la situation vous dérange. Le petit déjeuner est très bon et varié d’un jour à l’autre. Nous avons pu goûter un excellent pain fait maison. Il y a une table réservée pour chaque chambre. Le quartier est très beau et la guesthouse est proche de la rue principale où se trouvent les restaurants. La région est magnifique. Il y a un parking privé. En résumé, c’est un excellent choix si vous souhaitez séjourner à St Lucia. Un tout grand merci à toute l’équipe!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience

We had a fantastic stay at Igwalagwala Guest House. Staff was really nice and available to assist us in the booking of our excursions around Santa Lucia.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nettes modernes Guest House

Tolle Lage Super Service Frühstück sehr lecker Zimmer modern, schön und sauber Garten mit Pool toll zum Entspannen
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gwenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jolie ville impeccable Beaucoup d’animaux à proximité: hippo et croco à la pelle, plage incroyable (baignade interdite!!!), parc d’iSimangaliso (belle surprise)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Julien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Die Besitzer sind einfach super, sehr willkommend, hilfsreich und nett. Das ware eine Freude dort zu übernachten.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Laure

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent !

Accueil sympathique. Beaucoup d'explications de la part de Patricia sur les choses à faire dans les environs et sur la guesthouse. Hall/piéce de vie/salle de petit déjeuner magnifique. Chambre spacieuse et confortable, jolis meubles. Attentions délicates. Seul bémol : pas de porte à la salle de bain (un peu gênant pour l'intimité).. Propreté impeccable. Petit déjeuner très joliment présenté, bon. Piscine agréable. Parking fermé. Tout était parfait, nous voulions rester 1 nuit de plus mais c'était complet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Good service, room could need a bit of an effort on refurbishment.