• View
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access

Located 20 minutes south of Durban, between the lagoon and the beach at Illovo, this hotel offers spacious rooms with free WiFi. Protea Hotel by Marriott Karridene Beach features an outdoor pool and a spa. Each of the air-conditioned rooms is decorated with modern wooden furniture and carpeted floors. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV, a work desk and an electric kettle. Protea Hotel’s Oakwoods Restaurant is housed in a glass structure, overlooking the Umzimbazi lagoon and the lush Natal vegetation surrounding it. A rich breakfast buffet, à la carte lunches and buffet style dinners are served daily. Guests can choose from a variety of sports, including squash, mini golf, table tennis and volleyball. Younger guests can use the small pool for kids. Spa treatments are available at SPA @ Karridene. Aliwal Diving Centre and Galleria Shopping Mall are 10 km away. Ushaka marine World is a 30-minute drive away by car, and the hotel offers free private parking on site. King Shaka International Airport is 70 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Protea Hotels by Marriott
Hotel chain/brand
Protea Hotels by Marriott

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.1
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
8.6
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Ernie
    Australia Australia
    I liked the attention staff gave . they were very friendly and helpful
  • Raychand
    South Africa South Africa
    Room was comfortable and relaxing. Had a sea view room. Breakfast was normal, nothing exceptional. Dinner was fine, but maybe a questionnaire in advance on any preferences.
  • Nyasha
    Botswana Botswana
    The food menu was excellent. with a wide variety. The bar was well stocked with good variety of beverages. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The room was always kept clean. The barman was very good.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African • American • Argentinian • Australian • Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Protea Hotel by Marriott Karridene Beach
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Squash
    Additional charge
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
    Additional charge
  • Children's playground
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Indoor play area
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Open all year
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Protea Hotel by Marriott Karridene Beach takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

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 of any age 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

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

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

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash Protea Hotel by Marriott Karridene Beach accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Protea Hotel by Marriott Karridene Beach in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

FAQs about Protea Hotel by Marriott Karridene Beach

  • Guests staying at Protea Hotel by Marriott Karridene Beach can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet

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

  • Protea Hotel by Marriott Karridene Beach offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Children's playground
    • Billiards
    • Games room
    • Table tennis
    • Fishing
    • Mini golf
    • Darts
    • Squash
    • Beach
    • Foot massage
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Back massage
    • Bicycle rental
    • Full body massage
    • Swimming Pool
    • Spa facilities
    • Head massage
    • Neck massage
    • Couples massage
    • Steam room
    • Hand massage

  • Check-in at Protea Hotel by Marriott Karridene Beach is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Room options at Protea Hotel by Marriott Karridene Beach include:

    • Double

  • Protea Hotel by Marriott Karridene Beach is 5.6 miles from the centre of Amanzimtoti. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Protea Hotel by Marriott Karridene Beach has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

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