Five Burnham

Perched in Umhlanga Rocks, this 4-star guesthouse sits next to a golf course and is minutes from Umhlanga Rocks Beach. Umhlanga Lighthouse, Gateway Theatre of Shopping and uShaka Marine World are all an easy drive away. King Shaka International Airport is about 22 km (14 mi) from the property.

Just seven en-suite rooms with air conditioning, minibars, flat-screen DStv and coffee/tea makers keep things intimate and polished. Bathrooms offer tubs or showers (some rooms include bidets) plus complimentary toiletries. The vibe is a private courtyard with a gleaming pool, a deck and lounge that catch sea views, an honesty bar and a braai area for laid-back gatherings.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool tucked in the courtyard, relax on the terrace or fire up the barbecue/braai. There’s a bar/lounge and honesty bar, complimentary WiFi across the property, and free self-parking on site. Daily newspapers, laundry and dry-cleaning keep stays easy — and the deck’s sea views mean you can wake up to sea-breeze mornings.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the guesthouse, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry and dry-cleaning services, and free self-parking are available.

A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served (weekdays 7–9, weekends 9–10) with continental and English options. Evenings are for drinks at the bar/lounge or on the deck with sea views, and guests can use the on-site braai/barbecue for informal meals.