Thornleigh Homestead in Pietermaritzburg offers air‑conditioned family rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, work desks, flat‑screen TVs and complimentary Wi‑Fi. Guests enjoy a year‑round outdoor pool overlooking the garden, a bar, terrace and free on‑site parking. A continental breakfast with cheese and fruit is provided. Situated 9 km from the airport, it lies near Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, the KwaZulu‑Natal Museum and Butterflies for Africa.