Top-Rated Hotels in Kwazulu-Natal

Overlooking the iconic Umhlanga Lighthouse and Indian Ocean, The Oyster Box is a 5-star hotel offering timeless luxury and comfort as part of the Red Carnation Hotel Collection. Guests can enjoy elegantly appointed rooms, suites, and villas—some with private patios or plunge pools—each with handcrafted furnishings, complimentary Wi-Fi, and thoughtful amenities. Dining includes The Ocean Terrace, known for its famous curry and seafood buffets; The Grill Room, offering fine dining in a classic setting; and three distinctive bars: The Oyster Bar, the vintage-style Chukka Bar, and the rooftop Lighthouse Bar with panoramic ocean views. With two swimming pools, a serene spa, a private cinema, and a well-equipped gym, the hotel is ideal for both relaxation and celebration. Just steps from Umhlanga Village and the beach, the hotel is family-friendly, pet-friendly, and perfectly suited for honeymoons, group getaways, and memorable occasions. Free private parking is available.

- "Very good getaway for a couple of days but very expensive." - "Baie dankie Sereesha, Callum en die hele personeel vir julle uitstekende diens, vriendelikheid en professionele diens! O" - "Fantastic hotel and awesome Team!" - "Great stay at Oyster Box." - "From 15 to 85 years old - everyone loved the stay!" - "Always a pleasure to stay at the Oyster Box." - "Magnificent property with old world charm!" - "Our stay was spectacular"

Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at The Oyster Box's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants.
Housekeeping is available on request.
The Oyster Box offers 86 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 43-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This uMhlanga hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "We loved absoultey everything about this magnificent property. We look forward to our next stay. " - "I love the Oyster Box. They just need to ensure that room quality is kept up. I see it slipping." - "A great hotel with a few downsides during our stay. With such a premium hotel would have thought that the bathroom would be a little larger, e.g. 2 basins. Room size was acceptable. Front desk was not also too sharp - ordered a corkscrew which never arrived - should not happen in this great hotel. Waiter's attention in the bar downstairs (Oyster Bar) was poor - with 6 staff 'hanging' around it should not happen that the guest has to get up and ask for service. Needless to say these were minor issues - we will be back just keep up the standard."

This unique boutique hotel with sweeping views of the Indian Ocean is located 34 mi from King Shaka International Airport, in the coastal village of Amanzimtoti. The luxurious rooms at the View Boutique Hotel & Spa are surrounded by lush tropical gardens and swimming pools. The suite is fully equipped with satellite TV, WIFI, Mini-Bar and Air-Conditioning. Guests can relax in a spa-room with private veranda. Award-winning cuisine is served alfresco or in the elegant dining room which features stunning views. World-class golf-courses, beautiful beaches and the dove site Aliwal Shoal, are all nearby.

- "Devine!" - "It was amazing" - "Good hotel" - "A wholesome experience :)" - "Lovely and has a mini heaven feel." - "I will most definitely stay at this facility again when I'm in Durban" - "Beautiful, classy and very comfortable stay" - "Love everything about my stay , will definitely stay at the view again, my 2nd home away from home😍" - "Please try to monitor your DStv"

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Spend the day relaxing on the beach or pampering yourself at Suncoast Hotel & Towers's full-service spa.
Suncoast Hotel & Towers offers 165 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "I enjoyed my stay at Suncoast Hotel as the hotel met my expectations. Friendly staff, good breakfast and clean room." - "Amazing! From the friendly staff, the clean and comfortable room. Breakfast was delicious. The bar and restaurant service, spot on!!.. The security guys opening the doors for us❤. " - "We flew in from the UK for me to run the Comrades and stayed for 4 nights. The hotel is lovely and all the staff couldn’t do enough to make us feel really at home. I’m back for the down-run next year and will certainly re-book. "

Located in Mooiriver, Hartford House provides 5-star hotel accommodations with valley views of the Drakensberg. Nestled on a historic stud farm in the countryside, the estate has a chapel and conference venue. The suites at Hartford House are individually decorated and come with a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and tea-and-coffee making facilities. Free WiFi is available in public areas. Guests are treated to a dining experience which consists of a six-course tasting menu. An optional wine paring is also available. A full English breakfast is served daily on the veranda, which features garden views of the estate. The wellness center provides spa treatments and guests can also enjoy the outdoor pool or make use of the tennis court. Other activities on the estate include stud tours, horse riding, trout fishing and lawn games such as swing ball and croquet. Babysitting service is provided at a surcharge and the concierge desk can arrange tours to the nearby San rock art caves or the Mandela Capture Site. King Shaka International Airport is located 112 mi from the property.

- "A piece of heaven" - "One of our favourite places to stay in the Midlands" - "Fantabulous" - "An historic, bucolic gem in a beautiful part of the country - bring your appetite and relax." - "We were so impressed with the whole experience, will definitely be backing" - "Next level outstanding staff" - "By far the best experience we’ve had on holiday" - "A culinary treat, and a real spoil" - "overall good" - "Beautifully setting and stylishly decorated. Fopd delicious. Rooms well appointed."

Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast
A full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a restaurant are available at this hotel. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a sauna are onsite.
Fordoun Hotel & Spa offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Satellite television is provided.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Fordoun was just the most wonderful stay for me travelling solo. The spa is superb and my room was just divine! Felt like home and so comfortable and classy! A haven in the midlands . The staff went beyond and Jules the manager was exceptionally kind and helpful. i would definitely stay there every time I return to South Africa. " - "A fabulous experience. Loved the spa and the food at the restaurant was on point. " - "Location, service, Spa all were excellent and staff were great. We spent a relaxing 3 days at Fordoun. "

Located in Nottingham Road, 7.8 miles from Bosch Hoek Golf Club, Fordoun Hotel and Spa has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a garden, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. A terrace, an in-house bar and shared lounge are available. The rooms at the hotel come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Rooms contain an electric tea pot and a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, while certain rooms are equipped with a kitchen equipped with a fridge. At Fordoun Hotel and Spa the rooms include bed linen and towels. At the accommodation guests are welcome to use a hot tub. You can play table tennis and tennis at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for cycling. Fort Nottingham Museum is 12 miles from Fordoun Hotel and Spa, while Midmar Dam is 21 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Pietermaritzburg, 37 miles from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

- "Wonderful people, beautiful surroundings, an awesome spa and delicious food!" - "Our second visit, but definitely not our last." - "Tranquility" - "Fordoun Hotel and spa provides a picturesque setting with an exceptional spa, making the visit truly" - "Great for weekends and functions"

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Beverly Hills's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants.
Beverly Hills offers 88 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to balconies. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Great stay. Lovely care given by staff. Love the beach location and the bubbly. " - "The hotel was beautiful and staff were very attentive." - "A well run hotel , great location, great staff" - "On the ocean and able to walk board walk and 2 minute walk to lighthouse. Beautiful pool, beach, facility. Able yo walk up to multiple restaurants and shopping. " - "Amazing service. Recommend ! " - "The entire experience with the Beverly Hills hotel and staff especially Mbali was amazing.. The attention to detail without even asking for anything was brilliant...on point customer service "

Located in Ballito, a few steps from Thompson's Bay Beach, Sala Beach House has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. Each room at the 5-star hotel has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to a sauna. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms have an electric tea pot, while some rooms also feature a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave. All rooms have a closet. An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available at the property. Umhlanga lighthouse is 21 miles from Sala Beach House, while Kings Park Stadium is 30 miles from the property. King Shaka International Airport is 11 miles away.

- "What an amazing stay we had at Sala Beach House. Everything was absolutely amazing. The staff, the food, the hospitality" - "Beautiful Gem" - "It was beautiful and peaceful" - "Heavenly"

Luxury hotel with an outdoor pool and a bar
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a business center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, free newspapers, and a garden.
UShaka Manor Guest House offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Digital television is provided. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "Staff was helpful and kind. Walking distance to lots of restaurants. Quiet nice neighborhood." - "Great location, quiet and comfortable" - "Great stay, such friendly staff and the rooms are so spacious. Must stay when in Umhlanga " - "We especially liked the friendliness of the staff,the wonderful quiet garden and the breakfast. Unluckily our whirlpool did not work and we missed a brush to clean the toilet. But these 2 little mistakes do not bother our great experience with u Shaka manor."

Featuring 5-star accommodations, Audacia Manor Boutique Hotel is located in Durban, 1.9 miles from Country Club Beach and 1.2 miles from Kings Park Stadium. The property is around 2 miles from Moses Mabhida Stadium, 2.5 miles from Durban Botanic Gardens and 2.8 miles from ICC Durban. UShaka Marine World is 4.2 miles from the hotel and Umhlanga lighthouse is 9.1 miles away. All rooms include a private bathroom, and some rooms at the hotel have a balcony. An à la carte breakfast is available at Audacia Manor Boutique Hotel. Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve is 11 miles from the accommodation, while African Art Centre is 1.1 miles from the property. King Shaka International Airport is 19 miles away.

- "This place is exceptional" - "Lovely historic house with great views and excellent service." - "Nozipho made my stay very pleasant"

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with outdoor pool
Guests of this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a sauna and a playground.
The Blue Waters Hotel offers 262 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

This Durban hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "This big hotel is situated in front of the sea with great views. It has been renewed but still feels a bit oudated. Breakfast room crowded. Ok for a short stay." - "Excellent " - "The buffet breakfast, quality food and service were excellent." - "Very nice stay at Blue Waters. The view was great. Just a couple of negatives. There was a puddle of water in my bathroom next to the toilet when I returned in the afternoon. One of my towels had blue stains all over it. But overall it was a nice comfortable stay. Clean room and very comfortable bed with much needed AC. Again, the view was the absolute best. Oh and the breakfast in the more was well prepared and very delicious. The staff absolute top notch, a 10/10. "

Located in Pietermaritzburg, 4.9 miles from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve, Hilton Homestead by ANEW has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel provides a terrace and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, an electric tea pot, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. All rooms feature a closet. The breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options. Hilton Homestead by ANEW has a grill. Guests can use the business center or relax in the bar. Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve is 6.6 miles from the accommodation, while Howick Museum is 7.1 miles away. Pietermaritzburg Airport is 11 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Tv • Laundry • Security/Safety • Oceanfront • Parking • Kitchen • Bar • Other • View • Entertainment • Pool • Child Friendly

Oceanfront hotel with bar/lounge, near uShaka Marine World
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, self parking, and dry cleaning.
Belaire Suites offers 124 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. 125-cm Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Durban hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Amazing experience " - "Phumulo at front desk was amazing so friendly and welcoming " - "Great hotel overlooking the Indian Ocean. Great service from the front desk to the restaurant service. Definitely a great place! " - "Everything " - "Honestly the Belaire is managed very professionally , the sky lounge for breakfast is a must experience , I’ll always return to the belaire " - "Staff were friendly and gelpful" - "Clean.. staff were friendly"

Located right on Durbans North Beach, Belaire Suites Hotel offers rooms with free WiFi. Durban Station is 0.6 mi away, and the on-site Café Jiran serves award winning coffee. Greyville Racecourse and uShaka Marine World are within 2.5 mi from the property. The modern rooms at Hotel Belaire Suites are equipped with kitchenette facilities and a private marble bathroom. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a desk. Some rooms at the hotel offer a sea view. A full English breakfast buffet is served daily in the Sky Lounge which is located on the top floor of the hotel, offering guests unobstructed ocean views. The Durban ICC and the Moses Mabhida stadium are both less than 1.2 mi away. Belaire Suites Hotel is 19 mi from King Shaka International Airport. On-site parking and an airport shuttle service are available at a surcharge.

- "One of the best places to stay whilst in Durban!!!!!" - "I wish i cud spend the whole weekend" - "Excellent location, I love the sea view, and the staff was friendly." - "Great value for money on the beach front with fantastic views" - "It was fantastic" - "Excellent" - "Perfect... Perfect... Everything" - "Best experience and I got what I expected" - "Beautiful stay" - "Fantastic,treatment was beyond measure, breakfast on the terrace what a breathtaking morning vview"

Family-friendly hotel with a rooftop terrace connected to the convention center in uMhlanga
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a rooftop terrace, and a conference center are onsite.
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge offers 205 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This uMhlanga hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Staff go above and beyond for guests. Impeccable service. Fantastic buffet breakfast. " - "The staff at the hotel are the best. They always went above and beyond for our stay. The staff at the hotel truly know how to treat guests. " - "Excellent stay again at this lovely hotel. Location is perfect for Gateway shopping. Excellent staff. Always going the extra mile." - "Excellent " - "One things i noticed is how friendly and helpful the staff are. Service is so on point "

This Timeless Hotel is located in the center of Palm Boulevard, directly opposite the Gateway Theater of Shopping on Umhlanga Ridge. The Indian Ocean beachfront is just 1.2 mi away. This luxury apartment hotel features spacious apartments and suites featuring carpeted floors and dimmer lights. Each unit comes with a balcony, a luxurious bathroom with amenities and free Wi-Fi. In keeping with a luxurious metropolitan hotel apartment complex, the Royal Palm features a retail piazza, designed with beautiful gardens and water features. There is also an all-day ground floor restaurant. The signature restaurant of the Royal Palm, Thyme, offers contemporary dining amid rich textures and color schemes of black and cream. Sliding doors opening onto a spacious courtyard provide an elegant café experience to outdoor dining. Royal Palm Gateway Hotel is close to various attractions such as the Mangrove Swamps, Umhlanga Lighthouse, Hawaan Forests, and Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail. King Shaka International Airport is a 15-minute drive away.

- "Fantastic!" - "An amazing stay" - "I really stayed great and superb" - "Great relaxing, classy stay" - "Lovely" - "Excellent service and great room" - "Beautiful rooms and great location" - "It was amazing, refreshing and peaceful." - "Elegance at its best" - "Will certainly call in again." - "We really enjoyed our stay, though too short. Will surely visit again." - "I will come back . Staff was exceptional"

Art Deco hotel with a full-service spa and a 24-hour front desk
This hotel features a full-service spa, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a snack bar/deli, a conference center, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite.
Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel and Convention Centre offers 136 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This uMhlanga hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

- "Good hotel with friendly staff." - "Convenient access to landmarks " - "Accommodation part of a Congress being held in the same hotel" - "We stayed for 9 night so it was important that we had all the comforts of home. Coastlands provides that and even more. The bed was comfortable. Staff was always pleasant. The breakfast range varied every day which made it enjoyable. The hotel is only a short walk to Gateway shopping mall and is located in a very safe area."

Located in Durban, 1.5 miles from Umhlanga rocks Beach, Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can use a bar. At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a desk. Every room is equipped with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and certain units at Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch have a sea view. Guest rooms include a safety deposit box. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet or a Full English/Irish breakfast. Umhlanga lighthouse is 1.1 miles from Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch, while Kings Park Stadium is 8.3 miles away. King Shaka International Airport is 11 miles from the property.

- "Beautiful kind staff and beautiful hotel" - "Great" - "it was a wonderful experience" - "I really appreciated the manner how the staff conduct themselves towards the visitors" - "Excellent" - "Good value for money." - "Luxurious" - "Beautiful stay, the location is perfect, beautiful hotel with views" - "Amazing" - "Scrumptious 😋" - "Excellent - will definitely return" - "Nice city hotel" - "Relaxing"

Central hotel with a full-service spa connected to a shopping center in uMhlanga
A full-service spa, a restaurant, and a fitness center are available at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a sauna, and a conference center are onsite.
Royal Palm Hotel offers 94 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and complimentary toiletries.

This uMhlanga hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "Great room, everything you need" - "Amazing accomodation Thank you" - "Neat and tidy friendly staff! situated right at gateway mall easy access to restaurants and shopping! after all a pleasant stay thank you 😊 " - "The check in was seamless and they even ended upgrading us to a 3 bedroom free of charge. The rooms were clean and modern and conveniently situated within walking distance of Gateway. Great stay!" - "Good stay"