JoThams Guest House  

By the ocean in Durban’s Bluff area, JoThams Guest House offers a relaxed guest-house alternative to a hotel. It’s within easy reach of Addington Beach and uShaka Marine World and near the University of KwaZulu-Natal and Sahara Stadium Kingsmead, with a short drive to the city center.

Owner-managed and three-star graded, the property has three air-conditioned units with private patios and refrigerators. Units include two open-plan three-sleepers and one four-sleeper, with shower/tub bathrooms, coffee/tea makers and limited housekeeping. Expect large private spaces, hand-restored finishes and a homey vibe with garden-grown touches and aloe products made on-site.

Free self-parking behind remote gates, a courtyard for relaxing, picnic spots and a braai (barbecue) area. On-site leisure includes a bowling club and access to a diving club, plus a tour desk and transfer service to book excursions. There’s a lobby TV and garden views for sea-breeze mornings.

On-site computer station and luggage storage. Roundtrip airport shuttle available for a surcharge during limited hours.

English breakfasts are available daily for a fee, with choice of meals or self-catering. The host serves home-cooked South African dishes and curries, plus housemade aloe juices and garden-based treats.