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Reviews of Surf Motel

16 South Beach Road, 4350 Umdloti, South Africa

#45 of 157 hotels in Umdloti

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 508 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    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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  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    9.0
    Perfect location to the beach and airport. Had everything you need to self-cater.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Door 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

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Change 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking 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

    8.0
    A lovely stay
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    The place is close to amenities and is in a safe neighbourhood. Loved it. Rooms clean.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2024

    9.0
    Surf Motel forthewin
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Always 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

    9.0
    Enjoyed it - will come again
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Load 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

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    On arrival accommodation extremely hot

    Location. Very well equipped

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing 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

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice location, well kept chalets,very clean and comfortable

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 January 2024

    7.0
    Would be happy to stay here again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    N/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

    9.0
    Surf Motel Family fun
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some 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

    8.0
    Surf Motel nr. 5
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Braai-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

    8.0
    Perfect location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No bath,only a shower

    Room was spacious ,spotlessly clean and comfortable

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nokwanda is a gem very friendly and warm ,

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 December 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Monkey's are a nuisance

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Aircon, bed

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Rooms need a little bit ofu TLC - bathroom needs a paint. but nothing too serious

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    did not have mugs in our room, we had to collect dirty mugs in the sink.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 November 2023

    7.0
    Nice location, good value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very 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

    9.0
    Relaxing, clean, friendly staff and definitely coming back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Clean and well located

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 October 2023

    8.0
    my son loves the area and the easy access to the beach take the cup as it was very close
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The 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

    7.0
    Great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Aged 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

    7.0
    An upgrade of bedding will be appreciated
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Manual 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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