Islay accommodation from AU$49

If you find yourself in need of more options in Islay, look into the aha Imperial Hotel and the Abbots Cove. They are 25 kilometres and 30 kilometres away from the city's main streets. Wotif also recommends the Ilawu Hotel and the Sleeping Bao B&B. The first is 25 kilometres away from the city, while the second is 25 kilometres away.

Pietermaritzburg is 20 kilometres to the northwest of Islay and is home to the Epic Karting and Butterflies for Africa. The 7 on Oakleigh and Tancredi B&B are a few of the long and short-stay alternatives in Pietermaritzburg. Or, you could consider staying in Assagay, 25 kilometres to the east of Islay, where you can pick from the Fawncastle Estate and Eagle Wind Manor. Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park and Shongweni Farmers Market are popular sites to see in Assagay.

55 kilometres to the east of Islay is Durban, a regional centre with a population of 3100000, home to great tourist attractions like the uShaka Marine World, Wet 'n Wild and Addington Beach. You can also spend a little time at the Addington Hospital Museum and New Beach. Durban has hotels and apartments to suit most budgets and tastes, including the African Pride Audacia Manor Boutique Hotel and Hilton Durban.

Just because you're far from home, doesn't mean you can't enjoy your passion for sporting events. Pietermaritzburg Oval can be found to the north of Islay. The Matt's Rest B&B and Self Catering and the Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg are top options if you want to stay close by.

If you're flying in or out of Islay, the most convenient airport is Pietermaritzburg Airport. The closest accommodation is the Lincoln Cottages.