16 South Beach Road, 4350 Umdloti, South Africa
#45 of 157 hotels in Umdloti
Guests' ChoiceBased on 508 hotel reviews
8.1Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.5
Facilities
8.2
Staff
8.7
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
8.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 29 March 2024
Adele
South AfricaDoor to adjoining room is not very soundproof. Neighbouring guests were playing music until past midnight. Perhaps another door to the bedroom would help cancel sound. Microwave needs to be propped on something as it gets caught on the fridge door. Safe didn’t have a code or instructions.
There was no rush to check in as they offer self check-in. The free to use umbrellas and chairs for the beach. The deck overlooking the beach is fabulous! Perfect for a sunrise lookout while still being safe within the boundaries of the property. The completely enclosed private veranda was perfect for our toddler as he could play within the safe space.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 27 March 2024
Tom
South AfricaChange the manual gate and offer remotes for guests
It's close to the beach and ameneties. We could walk to grab dinner at the restaurant. Safe to walk at night
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Ian
South AfricaParking is limited, and some of the rooms are right on the parking area, so select ones that are further away. Ours was more isolated and quiet so was great.
Nice spacious rooms and very well located right on the beach.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Nyasha
ZimbabweNothing
The place is close to amenities and is in a safe neighbourhood. Loved it. Rooms clean.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Darren
South AfricaAlways enjoy my stay at this property. Directly opposite the beach - perfect for my needs. The property's all that one needs. They advertise as the SurfMotel and it's exactly that. Staff are helpful and always a pleasure to deal with. Always go back.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 24 February 2024
Kathy
South AfricaLoad shedding - but that's life
Fantastic location (across from the beach), comfortable rooms, staff are always very welcoming and helpful
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 23 February 2024
Hewitt
South AfricaThe staff were very friendly, abliging and helpful. The buildings are well maintained. Venue is perfect. Will be back
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 14 February 2024
Henk
South AfricaOn arrival accommodation extremely hot
Location. Very well equipped
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 6 February 2024
Jonathan
South AfricaNothing much to be true for value conscious travellers
Affordable clean and simple accommodation right on the beach with air conditioner
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 29 January 2024
Ntwenhle
South AfricaNice location, well kept chalets,very clean and comfortable
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 20 January 2024
Norma
South AfricaN/A
Location is great. Over road from beach. Unit 5 does not have sea view. Felt safe and parking adequate
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Raymond
South AfricaSome stuff can be updated
Staff was very friendly all round,clean rooms everyday, perfect location for walking everywhere in Umdloti,Beach chairs and umbrella free to use on beach makes it very convenient,Dog friendly Motel made it a very awesome stay.Apartment was perfect for a short stay,Very cosy with the beach apartment essentials.Deck for chilling and having a drink or coffee at sunrise or sunset overlooking the beach and Ocean across the street
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 15 December 2023
Kobus
South AfricaBraai-area is far from room, but we managed with a mobile braai.
Near beach, small but well equipped. The deck in the front garden is a winner.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 14 December 2023
Meryl
South AfricaNo bath,only a shower
Room was spacious ,spotlessly clean and comfortable
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 14 December 2023
Chetty
South AfricaNokwanda is a gem very friendly and warm ,
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 4 December 2023
David
United StatesMonkey's are a nuisance
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 3 December 2023
Rene
South AfricaNothing
Aircon, bed
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 1 December 2023
Carla
South AfricaRooms need a little bit ofu TLC - bathroom needs a paint. but nothing too serious
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 27 November 2023
Joan
South Africadid not have mugs in our room, we had to collect dirty mugs in the sink.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 22 November 2023
Dieventer
South AfricaVery limited space for parking. Makes it difficult to come in and out of premises.
Easy check-in process, good value for money. Very good location. Nice and comfortable. Nothing fancy, just nice.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 13 November 2023
Natie
South AfricaNothing
Clean and well located
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 31 October 2023
Barutile
South AfricaThe Kitchen equipment, like the microwave, frieze, the cooking stove and kittle could be more moden and also include and extra blanket as well as the beach towel as my room didn't have any beach towel.
Location was perfect, Beach the best and room was okay
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 28 October 2023
Kathrin
GermanyAged kitchen, smelly kitchen cabinets
Very close to the beach, nice view on the ocean from the deck. We just had to cross the street to get to the beach for a swim. Shower was very good.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 18 October 2023
Sibusisiwe
South AfricaManual opening of the gate especially when we came back late at night. The rate of crime is too high in the country
The location
Stayed in October 2023
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