'Home away from Home' The Sleeping Bao Bed & Breakfast was established in the heart of Pietermaritzburg in one of the city's preeminent residential areas over 15 years ago. The luxury accommodation is situated less than 5 minutes off the Johannesburg - Durban N3 highway, with easy access to all local amenities and central to the numerous events hosted by in and around the city. (Comrades Marathon, Duzi Canoe Marathon, Midmar mile, AmaShovashova Cycle race, Mandela Marathon) It is also a perfect spring board to explore the famous Midland's Meanders and the surrounding inherent attractions, with the Indian Ocean/ Durban and Drakensberg mountains in easy striking distance. The Sleeping Bao is a beautiful face brick structure with a rich wood interior and a history spanning over 70 years. Situated in country like settings, it is a mere 3 minutes from the Pietermaritzburg city centre and 15 minutes from PMB Airport . The fully furnished rooms overlook well established gardens. Each of the rooms have air conditioning / fans, all rooms are fully heated in winter. Complimentary tea and coffee making facilities. Guests have full access to the swimming pool. A braai area around the pool is also available for use. Lunches are available on request. Prepared individually and with the freshest ingredients, many from our own garden. Prior arrangement needs to be made for dinner. Menus can be individually tailored to suit all needs. Transfers to and from Durban International and Pietermaritzburg airports can be arranged, as can tours around the midlands meander. Guests have full electronic access to secure off road parking. Laundry facilities are available daily. We are also able to provide a self catering option. Please feel free to enquiry for all your accommodations needs