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Umlilo Lodge is located in St. Lucia, a small coastal village surrounded by the Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park, South Africa's first National World Heritage Site. Each room is equipped with WiFi, a minibar and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. They are all air-conditioned and have an en suite bathroom, and have direct garden views or balconies overlooking the pool and garden. For a surcharge, the property arranges dinner where authentic African dishes are served. Guests can relax at the shared lounge, on-site bar or outdoor swimming pool. Staff at the property can help arrange activities to nearby attractions such as game drives, snorkelling, fishing and boat cruises on the estuary. King Shaka International Airport is located 212 km away and Richard's Bay is a 50 minute drive from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in St Lucia, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6

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
or
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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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
9.1
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
7.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Johan
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful place excellent breakfast! Friendly staff stunning rooms with lots of space
  • Gabriela
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Super friendly and helpful to plan our activities in St. Lucia! A little oasis in town.
  • Luigi
    Italy Italy
    This family run hotel is absolutely gorgeous. The rooms are spacious and carefully decorated and the hotel sits in a beautiful tropical garden teeming with plants and life. You also have the option of booking a traditional (delicious) South...

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Pizza • Local • Grill/BBQ • South African
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Facilities of Umlilo Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Game drives
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
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
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Mosquito net
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

Umlilo Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 21:00

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 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

0 - 1 year
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.

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

Please inform Umlilo Lodge 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 Umlilo Lodge

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

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

  • Umlilo Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Horse riding
    • Swimming Pool
    • Game drives

  • Room options at Umlilo Lodge include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Family
    • Double

  • Umlilo Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Umlilo Lodge is 150 yards from the centre of St Lucia. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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