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Set in Durban and only 1.4 km from Virginia Beach, Almost Heaven offers accommodation with pool views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features garden views and is 1.6 km from Beachwood Beach and 2.3 km from Glenashley Beach. The accommodation features a housekeeping service and private check-in and check-out for guests. Some accommodation includes a patio and a seating area with flat-screen TV, as well as air conditioning and heating. At the bed and breakfast, certain units are equipped with a kettle and chocolates or cookies. Guests can swim in the outdoor swimming pool, relax in the garden, or go fishing or hiking. Umhlanga Lighthouse is 6.9 km from the bed and breakfast, while Kings Park Stadium is 7.7 km away. The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, 22 km from Almost Heaven.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.1
High score for Durban
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kholofelo
    South Africa South Africa
    The environment was very quiet, the food was great and the staff was amazing too
  • L
    Leona
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The Breakfast was good, service good, staff friendly
  • Craig
    South Africa South Africa
    Veronique was amazing, the facilities were fantastic and incredible breakfasts
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by JOHN SALVAGE

Company review score: 9.5Based on 120 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Breakfast is generous consisting of a buffet of fresh fruit and fruit juices, Cereals, Yogurts, home-made muffins, breads as well as a freshly cooked English-style breakfast. It is served under our Gazebo, enjoying the tranquil sound of the waterfall to the Koi Pond and sparkling pool, or in our formal dining room. Our rooms are all double bedrooms, which can also be converted to 2 or 3 single bedded rooms, fully tiled, spacious and comfortable, all with private en-suites. They have their own entrance leading onto the garden, pool, Gazebo and Koi Pond area, enabling you to come and go as you please. They all have fridges, TV with M-Net and selected DSTV, tea and coffee facilities, AIRCONS and remote controlled ceiling fans, quality linen and towels. I provide all the little extras too, such as biscuits for your coffee, good night chocolates etc etc…. AMPLE SECURE OFF ROAD PARKING.

Languages spoken

English,French

Property surroundings

Facilities of Almost Heaven
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Activities
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
Basic free WiFi 14 Mbps. Suitable for streaming content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
Languages spoken
  • English
  • French

House rules

Almost Heaven takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 9 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 200 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 400 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 9 and older are allowed)

Mastercard Visa Discover Cash is not accepted Bankcard Almost Heaven accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 19:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 19:00:00.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Almost Heaven

  • Almost Heaven is 5.6 miles from the centre of Durban. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Almost Heaven offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Swimming Pool

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Almost Heaven may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Almost Heaven include:

    • Double
    • Chalet
    • Family

  • Check-in at Almost Heaven is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.