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Umhlanga Lodge

La Lucia, Durban

Situated in Durban and with Umhlanga lighthouse reachable within 5 km, Umhlanga Lodge features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden.

M
Muhammad
From
South Africa
The entire place was beautiful. I had a great stay. Seems very safe.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Price from
US$81.19
1 night, 2 adults

Maison H Guest House

Umhlanga, Durban

Situated in Durban in the KwaZulu-Natal region and Umhlanga rocks Beach reachable within 60 metres, Maison H Guest House features accommodation with free WiFi, barbecue facilities, a private beach...

M
Mats
From
Sweden
We loved the personal touch that went through every detail of this place. A big room, lovely garden, breakfast was really delicious, staff and owner adorable and it was all accompanied by the sound of the waves from the Indian Ocean. We could not ask for more.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 282 reviews
Price from
US$116.92
1 night, 2 adults

The Hamptons Guest House

Umhlanga, Durban

Set in Umhlange Rocks, The Hamptons Guest House features air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor pool and free WiFi. Free private parking is available on site.

J
James
From
Ireland
Amazing hospitality from our hosts. Beautiful rooms and a fantastic breakfast. Will certainly stay again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews
Price from
US$127.02
1 night, 2 adults

Sandals Guest House

Umhlanga, Durban

Offering a year-round outdoor pool, Sandals Guest House is situated in Durban in the KwaZulu-Natal Region. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and free private parking is available on site....

Z
Zandile
From
Taiwan
Everything was perfect, the staff and the owners were very nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 366 reviews
Price from
US$155.89
1 night, 2 adults

Lavender Moon Guest House

Umhlanga, Durban

Set in the Umhlanga district in Durban, 1 km from Umhlanga lighthouse, Lavender Moon Guest House boasts air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. Free private parking is available on site.

L
Lale
From
Germany
We felt very comfortable. The Guest House is located in a residential area of Umhlanga. From the lounge you have a great view of the sea. Claire is a great host. I can highly recommend the stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Price from
US$127.02
1 night, 2 adults

Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse

Umhlanga, Durban

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers, Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse also offers a shared lounge area with entertainment system and a dining room with an honesty bar.

M
Mlungisi Nzama
From
South Africa
Everything is perfect, the rooms are clean, delicious breakfast......everything!!!!?
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 302 reviews
Price from
US$129.62
1 night, 2 adults

Anchor's Rest Guesthouse and Self Catering

Umhlanga, Durban

Just 17 km north of Durban, in the heart of Umhlanga Rocks, Anchors Rest offers elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi. The guest house features an outdoor pool, a large garden, and free private parking.

R
Rashid
From
United Arab Emirates
fantastic location and facility
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 564 reviews
Price from
US$92.38
1 night, 2 adults

Teremok Lodge & Spa

Umhlanga, Durban

This boutique guest house offers luxurious suites with unique scents and music, 1 km from Umhlanga Rocks Beach. Home-made muffins and muesli, fresh juices and farm eggs are served each morning.

N
Neevar
From
South Africa
Quaint and rustic. Peaceful, clean and classy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
Price from
US$346.42
1 night, 2 adults

25 on Grove Guest House

Durban North, Durban

Set in Durban and only 6.2 km from Kings Park Stadium, 25 on Grove Guest House offers accommodation with city views, free WiFi and free private parking.

N
NOMBUSO
From
South Africa
Everything was on point. The host, the facilities, the rooms, linen, etc. They have a couch covered with fabric material but it's sooo clean, whole room & bathroom smells fresh. My car was parked inside the garage. I even got a beautiful gift. Thank you
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$54.85
1 night, 2 adults

Orca Estate Guesthouse Self-catering Accommodation

Bluff, Durban

Set in Durban and only 500 metres from Brighton Beach, Orca Estate Guesthouse Self-catering Accommodation offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

A
Athi
From
South Africa
Good place to stay at for holidays , owner is very friendly and very accomodating and understanding, I recommend them 100%
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Price from
US$149.54
1 night, 2 adults
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

Most booked guest houses in Durban and surroundings in the past month

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Guest Houses with swimming pools in Durban and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Offering free Wi-Fi and an outdoor swimming pool, Salsabeel is situated in the chic suburb of Essenwood. It features air-conditioned rooms with a flat-screen TV. Royal Durban Golf Club is 1.4 km away.

    From US$85.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 179 reviews

    Situated in Durban and only 3 km from Durban Botanic Gardens, Beechwood B&B features accommodation with pool views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$54.87 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

    Set within 3.3 km of Durban Botanic Gardens and 3.4 km of Kings Park Stadium, Florida Palms Guesthouse offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Durban.

    From US$53.95 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 321 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and children's playground, Laletsa Lodge is set in the suburb of Berea in Durban. Free private parking is available on site and the guest house has a 24-hour front desk.

    From US$57.16 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

    Set within 3.8 km of Durban Botanic Gardens and 4.3 km of Kings Park Stadium in Durban, Singatha Guesthouse provides accommodation with seating area.

    From US$58.89 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 494 reviews

    Located just 4.9 km from Durban ICC, Sica's Guest House - The Loft provides accommodation in Durban with access to an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, as well as full-day security.

    From US$51.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

    Situated in Durban and only 4.2 km from Durban Botanic Gardens, Zopry's Guest House features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$35.44 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews

    Rehoboth Guesthouse has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Durban, 3.9 km from Durban Botanic Gardens.

    From US$66.51 per night

Save money on guest houses in Durban and nearby – budget options available

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 753 reviews

    Situated in the Musgrave district in Durban, 300 metres from Musgrave Centre, Silver Oaks Boutique Hotel is a halal property. Free WiFi and free private parking is available on site.

    From US$79.68 per night
  • Zet On 9TH Avenue

    Windermere, Durban
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Zet On 9TH Avenue is located in Durban, 2.8 km from Moses Mabhida Stadium and 3.6 km from Durban ICC.

    From US$96.13 per night
  • Stay-Tiah Whyte Room

    Musgrave, Durban
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Situated in Durban in the KwaZulu-Natal region with Westridge Park Tennis Stadium nearby, Stay-Tiah Whyte Room features accommodation with free private parking.

    From US$51.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
    Bad - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    HomeAway Self Catering Accommodation is situated in the Bulwer district of Durban, 3.7 km from Durban Botanic Gardens, 4.6 km from Durban ICC and 6.9 km from Moses Mabhida Stadium.

    From US$50.79 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 657 reviews

    Set in a historical building and located only 1,5 km from the beaches of the Indian Ocean, this luxurious halal guest house offers individually decorated rooms and a landscaped garden terrace.

    From US$74.48 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Situated in Durban and only 2.7 km from Country Club Beach, Innes Road Durban Accommodation 2 Bedroom Private Unit A features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$83.14 per night
  • Illi Boutique Guest House

    Durban
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated within 4.3 km of Durban Botanic Gardens and 5.1 km of Durban ICC, Illi Boutique Guest House features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Durban.

    From US$63.51 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.4
    Poor - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews

    Located in the Overport suburb of Durban, The Crescent Guesthouse features a garden and terrace. Free WiFi is available and Durban beach is a 10-minute drive away.

    From US$29.88 per night

Highly rated guest houses in Durban and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews

    Set in Durban, in a historic building, 4.2 km from Durban Botanic Gardens, Sica's Guest House is a guest house with an outdoor swimming pool and garden.

    From US$69.28 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,064 reviews

    Nestled in upper Morningside, Goble Palms Guest Lodge & Urban Retreat features an outdoor pool, an English-style pub, and a colonial rooftop terrace overlooking Durban and the Indian Ocean.

    From US$109.12 per night
  • A Place of Grace

    Durban
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews

    Located just 5.5 km from Durban Botanic Gardens, A Place of Grace provides accommodation in Durban with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as full-day security.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

    Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, garden and views of garden, de Charmoy Riverside is situated in Durban, 4.1 km from Kings Park Stadium.

    From US$54.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 510 reviews

    Situated in Durban, within 4 km of Kings Park Stadium and 5.2 km of Moses Mabhida Stadium, Buckleigh Guesthouse features accommodation with barbecue facilities as well as free private parking for...

    From US$40.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews

    Oliveroom Self Catering and B&B is located in Durban and features a pool with a view and pool views. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay.

    From US$45.61 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews

    Set in Durban and with Durban Botanic Gardens reachable within 6.9 km, The Travel Inn Durban offers express check-in and check-out, allergy-free rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden...

    From US$57.45 per night
  • Beckenham Place

    Durban
    8.0+ review score
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews

    Set in Durban in the KwaZulu-Natal region, with Beachwood Beach nearby, Beckenham Place offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$42.15 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Durban and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews

    Located in Durban, 7.4 km from Durban Botanic Gardens, Nkosazana Guest House provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    From US$54.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

    Located in Durban and only 2.3 km from Ansteys Beach, Villa Le View Guesthouse provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$121.25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

    Boasting pool views, FlowithLin Guesthouse provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a terrace, around 2.9 km from Ansteys Beach.

    From US$44.69 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Set within 11 km of Durban Botanic Gardens and 11 km of Durban ICC, 29 on St James Guest Lodge offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Durban.

    From US$80.83 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
    Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated in Durban in the KwaZulu-Natal region with Wilson's Wharf nearby, Marble inn accommodation features accommodation with free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews

    Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, garden and views of garden, Tamarisk Bed & Breakfast is set in Durban, 3.6 km from Durban Botanic Gardens.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

    Located just 3.6 km from Durban Botanic Gardens, Pastel cottages features accommodation in Durban with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a shared kitchen.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 2.5
    Very poor - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Featuring sea views, Early Bird B&B offers accommodation with a private beach area and a terrace, around 1.8 km from Kings Park Stadium.

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Guest houses that travellers love in Durban

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  • Avg. price/night: US$141.45
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 642 reviews
    beautiful and very relaxing location. the host was very warm, welcoming and caring. Hearty breakfast every morning accompanied by seasonal fruits. Magnificent view of the sea from the terrace or bedroom balconies. I highly recommend this guest house if you want to spend quality time in peace and quiet in Durban. See you again very soon
    Guest review by
    Gaylor
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$128.13
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
    We felt very comfortable. The Guest House is located in a residential area of Umhlanga. From the lounge you have a great view of the sea. Claire is a great host. I can highly recommend the stay!
    Guest review by
    Lale
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$173.21
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 366 reviews
    Great location, beautiful place and great hosts. Great place to relax and explore the area.
    Guest review by
    Adriaan
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$121.25
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 293 reviews
    Great location, clean and cosy guesthouse. Nice bog rooms and amazing hosts
    Guest review by
    Lindani
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$128.13
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
    Claire was a great host. Excellent guest house. Everything is neat, tidy and clean. Spacious room. Very comfortable king bed. Perfectly located in a quiet suburb with great views over Umhlanga and the ocean. Will definitely be back.
    Guest review by
    Joern
    Solo traveller