Reviews of Howick Greendale 4 Self Catering Units Solar & Battery Back-Up
40 Devonshire Avenue, 3290 Howick, South Africa
#5 of 14 B&Bs and inns in Howick
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 114 hotel reviews
9.0Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.4
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Comfort
9.3
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Location
9.2
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Facilities
9.2
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Staff
9.5
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Value for money
9.3
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Free Wifi
8.3
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Reviewed: June 30, 2025
Sarah
South Africa22 Reviews7 helpful votes10“Fantastic stay and good value for money. Host is amazing!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything was perfect. It is very secure and communication from the host was very good! The room was comfortable and contained everything needed.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: March 25, 2025
Kim
South Africa9 Reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Exactly what we needed, a breath of fresh air! So clean! Host was lovely, the garden very beautiful.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
I would just suggest possibly a top/flat sheet for those who don't want to be under a duvet all night. The air conditioner was a nice extra, it's what we are used to at home and makes a nights sleep and a stay very comfortable for us.
The location is really good, lovely and quiet leafy green neighbourhood. The unit was exceptionally clean!!! I loved that. It was really convenient to be able to get to the shops and close to a main arterial road - the host was very communicative and helpful. A very relaxing, pretty garden, we really enjoyed the communal braai area, the thoughtful candles left for our use, the fairy lights and the birdlife. Close to some lovely weekend activities too !!!
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 9, 2025
Nelisiwe
South Africa1 review10Exceptional- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
it's was so peaceful and intimate place.I will definitely come back with my friends next time
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: September 25, 2024
Kendal
South Africa3 Reviews9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Clean, comfortable had everything we needed !nice suburb quiet
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: September 24, 2024
Rob
South Africa1 review9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very convenient and a pleasant place to stay!
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: September 22, 2024
Salomé
South Africa2 Reviews10“EXCEPTIONAL!!! AMAZING HOST!!!!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
After being stuck on the N3 for over 14 hours, we finally reached Howick - exhausted and cold. We made a last minute booking at Greendale.......and WOW!!!! The warm welcome by Karin was exactly what we needed. She was friendly, accommodating and made our stay super comfortable! The unit was equipped with everything we needed. The bed was comfy and warm, the shower superb!!! We were grateful to come accross such an amazing place!!! Thank you Karin, for everything!!! Our appreciation cannot be measured!!!!
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: September 17, 2024
Rudie
South Africa1 review10“Very satisfied customer.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The compact unit with everything you need.
Well situated and very convenient.
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: September 17, 2024
Wilhelm
South Africa3 Reviews8.0“Value for money. Well done Greendale.”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing.
Greendale went the extra mile - Oreo cookies and muffin in the room. Arrival and departure instructions very clear and easy to follow.
Stayed in September 2024
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Reviewed: August 17, 2024
Sam
South Africa9 Reviews4 helpful votes9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Sunrise got me up earlier than I'd hoped, but that's easily solved and not a deal breaker.
It's a cozy unit with everything you need for a short trip. The electric blanket was great for the cold nights.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: July 23, 2024
Dean
South Africa2 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I liked the amount of detail put into making it a comfortable and pleasurable stay. They do go the extra mile.
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: July 7, 2024
Heather
South Africa2 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very safe, secure & comfortable! Had everything we needed!
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: June 18, 2024
Iain
South Africa24 Reviews2 helpful votes9.0“The perfect place for a fuss-free, comfortable stay in Howick. Definitely a favourite!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
There was nothing that needed improvement
Great location, clean, well appointed room, easy self-check-in and check-out. Very responsive host, and good WiFi (not to be underestimeated)
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: June 4, 2024
Jodi-ann
South Africa1 review9.0“Fantastic spot in Howick”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It was so comfortable, all amenities catered for, lovely garden area outside, couldn't have asked for more!
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 6, 2024
Pretty
South Africa1 review9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Quietness, comfortable bed as we needed to rest since we still had to travel far.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: April 28, 2024
Abinaar
South Africa16 Reviews8 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The area is quite and vegetation outstanding.
They are professional
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Moira
South Africa14 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Private patio
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Ntombi
South Africa19 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The garden
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 2, 2024
Ann-marie
South Africa1 review9.0“The owner is friendly and very accommodating.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Nothing.
The queen room has its own verandah which gives one more space. Our car was parked off road and behind an electric gate.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 2, 2024
Geertje
South Africa17 Reviews9.0“Lovely, spacious unit in a beautiful green garden.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Suite
- • Stayed 4 nights
There isn't a lot of privacy between the children's room and the main bedroom (no doors that can close) which was fine in my case but may be a factor for others to consider.
The hosts were extremely friendly and the gardens were simply beautiful (added bonus was my 5-year-old getting to pick fresh veg from their vegetable garden!). The unit is lovely and spacious. We had everything we needed in the unit. It was secure and well located in Howick. The instructions for arrival and departure over WhatsApp were lovely, clear and creative.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Leach
South Africa2 Reviews10Exceptional- • Couple
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Enclosed garden allowed our 2 dogs to run freely and unwind their stress
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 28, 2024
Kirsty
South Africa7 Reviews9.0“Centrally located, lovely unit, perfect for a family stay :)”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
Unit was great, stairs quite steep, might be an issue for older travellers
Unit was lovely and clean. Room cleverly divided to accommodate couple and kids with privacy. Kitchen well equipped and with back up battery didn't notice any loadshedding.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 18, 2024
Newman
South Africa1 review9.0“A very comfortable establishment, I will definitely come again.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Nothing - I liked everything!
Everything! The accommodation I had originally booked was an 'economy' room, however, the proprietor very kindly upgraded me, at NO extra cost, to a really comfortable, nicely appointed, larger room which just happened to be available for the duration of my stay. There was meticulous attention to detail, and everything was spotlessly clean and tidy. I forgot to have a look at the 'economy' room before I left so cannot, in all honesty, give it full marks for 'Value for Money' as I didn't personally see it. Close to town in a quiet suburban street and efficiently run by a thoughtful, caring proprietor whose first concern is the guest.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 8, 2024
Nicole
South Africa3 Reviews8.0“The host is lovely and very proactive, which made the whole stay easy, from check in to check out.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The location and room was perfect for what we needed for an overnight stay. The room is very comfortably appointed, with well thought out extra's in the kitchen, which was an unexpected bonus. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: March 4, 2024
Sibanyoni
South Africa10 Reviews10Exceptional- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Friendly caretaker, safe and in a quiet spot. Would definitely come back.
Stayed in February 2024
