Sandals Guest House

On Umhlanga's lively Strip, just steps from Umhlanga Rocks Beach and a short walk to the lighthouse. This beach guesthouse sits in the heart of the Greater Durban coast, close to Gateway Theatre of Shopping, the Sharks Board and uShaka Marine World, with King Shaka Intl about 20 km away.

A stylish 5-star guesthouse with individually styled, en-suite rooms in warm, earthy tones. Rooms feature minibars, flat-screen TVs and designer toiletries, and many spaces open to an expansive patio with sea views. Chill by the pool, sip a sundowner at the open bar area and watch Umhlanga sunsets.

Outdoor pool with a poolside bar, terrace and garden, picnic and BBQ areas, playrooms and aquapark fun for kids, plus activities like snorkeling, surfing lessons, canoeing and hiking nearby. Concierge and a tour desk make local trips easy — wake up to sea-breeze mornings and stroll to the village cafés and restaurants.

High-speed WiFi throughout the property, complimentary wired and wireless internet, luggage storage, dry cleaning and a safe-deposit box. Free self-parking onsite and airport shuttle service available for a surcharge.

Complimentary full breakfast served daily and a snack bar/deli for light bites. Enjoy poolside drinks or a nightcap in the bar/lounge, or use limited-hour room service; an abundance of top-class restaurants and coffee shops is just a block away.