Set a few steps from Umhlanga rocks Beach, Northstar-Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a bar and room service for your convenience. All units come with a seating area, a TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and bath. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Popular points of interest near the bed and breakfast include Umhlanga Main Beach, La Lucia Beach and Granada Square Shopping Centre. The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, 25 km from Northstar-Hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Living room:
1 sofa 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
9.7
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Durban
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Adrienne
    South Africa South Africa
    Meals were delicious. Stunning seaview from the room, restaurant and pool area and convenient few meters from the beach. Located close to restaurants and other entertainment amenities in Unhlanga.
  • Astrud
    South Africa South Africa
    The location of the hotel is unbelievable. Service was excellent and very personalised. I loved the spacious room, with magnificent views. Food was was great too. I loved this place!
  • Sarah
    Australia Australia
    Location and the view were amazing. The staff were very friendly and the breakfast was delicious.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Colleen Smerdon

Company review score: 9.7Based on 175 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

The property is designed so that the ground floor is a communal area with inside and outside lounge areas, a fully stocked bar and a dining area. The ground floor is entirely open with stack doors to the pool, jacuzzi and fire pit area and garden that walks out onto the beach. We have a reception and concierge service to cater for all your needs throughout your stay with us. All rooms on the first and second floor are Sea-Facing rooms with their own patio’s and with views stretching over the winding coastal road below and the endless horizon of the deep blue Indian ocean and ships waiting to harbour in the distance. All rooms are open plan, with luxurious bathroom layouts. By day, watch the dolphins in the surf in front or take in the magnificent sunset over cocktails in the evening from our Belvedere Bar, Fire pit area or if you prefer, your own balcony.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Facilities of Northstar-Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Packed lunches
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Room service
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Additional charge
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

Northstar-Hotel 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 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 of any age are welcome.

Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Northstar-Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

FAQs about Northstar-Hotel

  • Guests staying at Northstar-Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • À la carte

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

  • Northstar-Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Swimming Pool
    • Hand massage
    • Happy hour
    • Couples massage
    • Spa facilities
    • Fitness
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Neck massage
    • Bicycle rental
    • Full body massage
    • Beach
    • Head massage
    • Yoga classes
    • Back massage
    • Foot massage

  • Northstar-Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Northstar-Hotel is 8.1 miles from the centre of Durban. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Northstar-Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Twin

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Northstar-Hotel on this page.

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Northstar-Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

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