Protea Hotel Hilton

Nestled in the heart of the Natal Midlands lies the Protea Hotel Hilton, which is only 12 km from the historic city of Pietermaritzburg. This architectural showpiece is a must for a meandering country charm seeker. Originally established in 1936, the hotel now boasts all the modern amenities expected from holidaymakers to businessmen alike.

Protea Hotel Hilton’s restaurant and cocktail lounge offers a mouth-watering choice of local cuisine for fine dining, with a full a la carte menu and regular specials. The open fireplace provides warm and cosy surroundings. The cocktail lounge has its own fireplace and has an outside area where you can soak up the sun. The Tudor terrace boasts a swimming pool and a lovely area to enjoy a quick snack or drink. An easily accessible landmark with comfortable and tranquil surroundings, this hotel is ideal for conferencing, banquets and weddings. Our conference venue, which can cater for up to 250 delegates, can be subdivided into three smaller breakaway rooms to allow for a variety of functions.

The nearby attractions include Pietermaritzburg city centre, the Midlands Meander, Karkloof Falls, Midmar Dam, the Drakensberg Mountain Range, and uShaka Marine World which is located in Durban, approximately 70 km to the south. Sporting activities include two swimming pools, the Hilton Bowling Green, squash and tennis courts, AB Jackson Sports Astro Turf, the Harry Gwala Soccer Stadium, the Alexandra Swimming Baths and the Hilton Day Spar.