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Reviews of Protea Hotel by Marriott Karridene Beach 3 stars

Old South Coast Road, Illovo Beach, 4126 Amanzimtoti, South Africa

#53 of 106 hotels in Amanzimtoti

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 590 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    8.7

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.6

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  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The fact that the windows was dirty and couldn't really see the ocean , windows don't even open full . The buffet was very limited for the price it's not worth it .

    Overall hotel is 6 /10

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2024

    9.0
    I turned sixty. A small cake was brought to my room. A special meal was prepared, as per my choice.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Did not have Full DSTV boutique to include ALL Sport channels. TV should be a big bigger and advanced.

    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.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 January 2024

    8.0
    I lived my stay and will certainly return
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The Hotel should consider providing a shuttle service from and to the airport and put it as a hidden cost as part of the accommodation package. Provide day trips to key tourist attraction sites such as Ushaka Marine

    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.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2024

    9.0
    Well kept secret near the ocean
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Staff are very helpful and polite. They go out of their way to make guests comfortable. We stayed in the hotel part of the resort and it had 2 double beds and a microwave. Well equipped. Toiletries provided. Room maintenance team is efficient. Good for parents and kids 👍 great value for money

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were expecting one bed and atleast 2 couches and balcony. And the shower didn't have enough pressure.

    Clean Nice atmosphere Value for money and the beach and pool was clean. And the food was delicious

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 December 2023

    8.0
    Lovely getaway from the world
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The menu does not have much of a variety, hardly any vegetarian options. Room service also closes too early unfortunately. Thankfully, there are food places near by to grab a quick bite.

    We enjoyed the spa, pool and games facilities. Really nice that there is easy access to the beach.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didn't like the fact that you don't offer food that accommodates toddlers, may you kindly add macaroni and cheese, French fries,chicken nuggets on your menu. For festive holidays, can you also add entertainment in the evening like karaoke or traditional dance groups. Since the hotel is located in an area where there's no so many activities, we ended up being stuck in the room because it was raining.

    Stuff is very friendly and helpful, very clean space.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 December 2023

    8.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was good and tasty

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2023

    8.0
    lovely, i would still visit the hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The Spa was quite disappointing, when one books at a Protea hotel there is an expected standard or level of ambience expected especially at their Spa. The nail polish was running out and the lady kept on tipping the bottle over, the massage rooms are tiny. The feeling I got at this Spa was that of a back room Spa at the location. The staff was very friendly at the Spa and they knew what they were doing, my disappointment is more on the facility that needs to be upgraded to the level of the brand Protea hotel.

    The food was exceptional, the staff were very friendly, and the view was breath taking especially the rising sun in the morning.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2023

    9.0
    The hotel staff is so Friendly I would definitely return
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The hotel it's kids friendly

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 November 2023

    7.0
    Nice enough stay we were only there 1 night. Staff were very nice.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Slightly dated.

    Convenient location.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2023

    9.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Food was not great, we wanted ala carte menu for banting but was not available

    The access to the beach, cleanliness of the rooms and friendliness of the staff

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2023

    7.0
    Satisfied
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 4 nights

    They need to implement a better system for entering the property, not very convenient having to produce your drivers licence every time you enter of exit the property, especially having a foreign drivers licence that does have a barcode.

    Friendly staff

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2023

    8.0
    It was comfortable and private
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None but I should have asked for a microwave oven

    Cleanliness and courtesy

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Nothing

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2023

    8.0
    A delightful experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The lighting in the room was not so good. One of the lights kept on going off

    The breakfast was good, the location is great. We loved the private beach

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 September 2023

    9.0
    Had a very pleasant stay. The area is very peaceful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing.

    Everything was what I expected. Check in was easy. The beds were very comfortable and the room was very clean. Breakfast had a nice variety.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing honestly.

    Everything, the food, friendly staff, and the pool is amazing

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2023

    9.0
    Ticked all the boxes and more
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Windows cannot be opened very wide.

    Staff are friendly and accommodating. Bedrooms are well-appointed and extremely clean. Great bed and pillows made for a great sleep. Wonderful pastas and curries are on the dinner menu. Breakfast was very impressive with one of the biggest selections ever, and the kitchen staff attending to the breakfast service went out of their way to make it a great experience. Hotel is very accessible for business purposes and a short drive from Durban.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was lost bcs of lack of direction.

    Cleanliness and meals

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2023

    8.0
    It was nice.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Property as a whole

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2023

    8.0
    Meet every standard but far from everything
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location that is by the highways and a bit far from everything

    The sight from the terrace at night is superb

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2023

    9.0
    It was. Great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sea view was Great

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2023

    9.0
    It was a nice stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Waiting for the iron

    Breakfast is very good Clean food and hygienic The environment is so good

    Stayed in July 2023

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