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Reviews of First Group Breakers Resort - Official

88 Lagoon Drive, 4321 Durban, South Africa

#49 of 87 hotels in Durban

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1268 hotel reviews

7.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.2

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    8.4

  • Value for money

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 12 May 2024

    9.0
    It was a nice stay, the service good and cleanliness of the premises very wef the entire place was
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No comments

    Breakfast was good. Staff and service was good too. Spa was awesome.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    9.0
    One of the best hotels along the Umhlanga beachfront.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    It is a bit far from the main busy part of Umhlanga but I believe this is actually a plus.

    The Breakers is at the quieter end of Umhlanga which I prefer. It is a great location overlooking the nature reserve and has many pools (one heated) and lots of space to relax in the gardens. Lots of activities and a great restaurant. Staff are very quick to help with any issue.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    8.0
    Good Stay, wish it was slightly longer
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two Bedroom Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was a good size with good bedding and amenities. Enjoyed the kids play area especially with my little one. Unfortunately we only spent one night so we weren’t able to use the pool and most other facilities.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Pool View Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Volleyball court in bad condition, please do invest in this, people can't play at night as the lights don't work.

    Staff was very friendly and the pools were epic.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    8.0
    Would definitely consider coming again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Hairdressing and spa staff were a little less helpful and friendly

    The waiters were very friendly and efficient. The resort was family friendly and well maintained. Reception staff very helpful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    8.0
    We enjoyed our week at The Breakers, it is close to the beach and center of town.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two Bedroom Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights

    By changing the blend of the roasted coffee beans the taste of the brewed coffee served in the restaurant can be improved.

    Our apartment had a great view of the ocean and we watched the movements of the various ships dropping and weighing anchor. We also watched the various activities in the pool areas. From our apartment it was easy to walk to the Umhlanga 2.5 km path along the beach.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    8.0
    It was pretty much what I hoped for and was successful in what I wanted to achieve
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two Bedroom Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights

    I could have received my toiletries

    Good entertainment for kids. Nice walks and beach close by.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Pool View Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the bathroom space was too small. floors weren't properly cleaned as I walked bare foot on the wooden floor first day and my feet were like so dirty.

    The view of the sea. Staff very friendly

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    7.0
    Great staff & if you are in the hotel side good accommodation. Watch out for some of the private ones via booking.co
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakers used to be fantastic but since the passing of the previous general manager & Vacation Resorts & Booking.com, the resort has become,”Tired”. At weekends it can also get extremely busy as they allow non residents in to use the facilities & the noise & disruptions are not good.

    The staff & the garden.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    7.0
    Overall was good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was quite a lot of damp in the bathrooms (not well maintained)

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    9.0
    A great stay...loadshedding however makes not an ideal holiday spot as very limited backup
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two Bedroom Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Didn't have a dish cloth to wash out dishes in the room which seemed counterintuitive when you had soap. Unfortunately we were there during the anc conference so Saturday late night partying on the balcony kept us up. Not having enough back up lighting or inverter for TVs during load shedding is not a great experience. Just one light in the lounge is not sufficient.

    First time returning in maybe a decade and the up keep has been great. Facilities,etc are a perfect for a self catering stay.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Pool View Studio
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sofa is very uncomfortable and old they need to change it

    Ambient

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    8.0
    Nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Pool View Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff was really asleep, we got there and booked in at around 5pm on Friday then 1. After checking in our room, received a phone call how are we paying, when we showed the guy at reception it was paid in full on bookings.com. 2. Our day 2, when we went out the morning and come back to room, the door key didnt want to open, back to reception again, the guy just placed on the card 1 night, where we actually booked for 4.

    Close to the beach, easy access. Daily change of towels and bed! Safe. Pools. Spa. Restaurant.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    7.0
    Fun
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Restaurant food could be much better

    Breakfast at the restaurant? I had to pay for that. It was fine, not amazing

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    8.0
    Great, but Not good for smokers
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a problem but would need to drive or get a taxi into town center in the evenings. Hotel bar closes a bit too early @ 17.30 Were given the option of a smoking room on booking but on arrival we were told it was a non-smoking hotel and had to go outside to a smoking location. Would receive a fine if we smoked on the balcony.

    The rooms were comfortable and well equipped. Facilities are great with loads of things to do to keep you busy. It is a good walk to the lighthouse and centre of Umhlanga but not strenuous along the promenade and eateries avaliablein other hotels along the prom for refreshments. Lovely little cafe along the boardwalk when turning left out the beach entrance.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    7.0
    Initially bad then good.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Garden Studio
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Initial flat dirty & needed modernisation. Fortunately Breakers staff sorted it out & moved us.

    When I was moved to a decent room it was fine. But booking.com had double booked the flat I was supposed to be in.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2024

    7.0
    Beautiful Experience
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Family Garden Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Booking was mixed up.

    Excellent staff, helpful. Beautiful Resort.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Pool View Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    TV picture quality. Size of the shower.

    Friendly staff. Very good facilities. Spacious rooms.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 December 2023

    8.0
    Fun, comfortable, cosy
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Pool View Studio
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The lack of restaurants, and extra fluffy blankets.

    The view, and the broad option of pools.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    9.0
    I love everything about this place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two Bedroom Apartment with Pool View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    9.0
    Hotel and resort in good condition and awesome to stay at
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    Hotel cleaning staff shouting and talking to other staff in the hall way at 7:45 am , Just because they awake at that time does not mean the guest that have come to relax and sleep in need to be awake. This is not normal talking this is shouting and laughing to each other 20m away from each other ....yes i went out to check what the commotion was about

    The room was more spacious than expected

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    8.0
    Wonderfull
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio with Pool View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    At the beach

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2023

    8.0
    WE had a great, happy stay. Thank You
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Pool View Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The fact that you had no halaal eating areas within your hotel. i see alot of Muslim families supporting the hotel.

    We like the pool area. The fact that we were close to the beach. the fact that the entertainment for children was provided even though we had no children on this trip we would like to come back with my son and our grandchildren.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 December 2023

    8.0
    Our stay at Breakers was lovely and would definitely recommend to family and friends.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio with Pool View
    • Stayed 14 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Reef Cafe meals not worth the price I.e. chicken mayo sandwich leaves alot to be desired. Complained sent back and the exact same was sent back saying it had been fixed along with an apology (was not) - photo taken of end result. Another waiter brought back the plates not original waiter who seemed upset and was letting it being known.

    Location was lovely, staff were friendly and always there to assist with a smile.

    Stayed in December 2023

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