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Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge

4.0 star property
4-star family-friendly hotel near Umhlanga Rocks Beach, connected to a shopping center

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Bar (on property)
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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14 Palm Boulevard, Umhlanga Ridge, Umhlanga Rocks, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320
  • Place, Gateway Theatre of Shopping
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 797 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • City view
  • 796 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Loft, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Loft, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 807 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • Park view
  • 614 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Park view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Park view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

uMhlanga

Beach, shopping nearby .Your stay at this uMhlanga hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Ster-Kinekor Gateway and Gateway Theatre of Shopping. Umhlanga Hospital and KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ster-Kinekor Gateway - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Oceans Mall - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mimmo's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nespresso Gateway - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Boyz - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Dish Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge

4-star family-friendly hotel near Umhlanga Rocks Beach, connected to a shopping center
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. The family-friendly Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge also features a rooftop terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star uMhlanga hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 205 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2009
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge offers 205 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This uMhlanga hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (ZAR 65 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 250 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Raised toilet seat (20 inches high)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property requires full payment at check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 300 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 250 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 350 per person (one-way)
  • Self parking fee: ZAR 65 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Protea Hotel Ridge
Protea Hotel Umhlanga
Protea Hotel Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
Protea Ridge
Protea Umhlanga Ridge
Umhlanga Protea Hotel
Umhlanga Protea Hotel Ridge
Umhlanga Ridge Protea Hotel
Protea Hotel Marriott Ridge
Protea Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
Protea Marriott Ridge
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge to the airport?

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge is 12.2 mi (23-min drive) away from the King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge on Jun 21, 2026 start from $105, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge have an airport shuttle?

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 350 per person, one-way.

How close is Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge to the beach?

This hotel is 2 mi (11-min drive) from Umhlanga Rocks Beach and 7.2 mi (9-min drive) from Durban Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 250 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Sibaya Casino (9-min drive) and Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (12-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for ZAR 65 per night.

Does Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge have a pool?

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge features an outdoor pool.

Does Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge to downtown uMhlanga?

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge is 0.6 mi away from Umhlanga Ridge.

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 394 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 394 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 394 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 394 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 394 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leroy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Whole experience, staff was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vironica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very polite and friendly they went all out . Rooms were clean and the hotel is perfectly situated
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Right next to Gateway Mall. Excellent staff and superb restaurant within. I would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were cleaned, very friendly and accommodating staff. Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Riaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great loaction
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great stay although the rooms are small
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel and stay for families, centrally located and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dolapo

Bar was just okay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bhugwanthi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, friendly, great for a short stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ranjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Hotel. Different vibe. Loved the food and support staff. The reception team is excellent helped me for late check out
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Prin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Safe and good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Relebogile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
great as always and the stuff are always on point.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mohamed

Liked: Room comfort
great value for money and location is ideal
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel smack in the middle of everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
outstanding staff and great hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sakhiwo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb location and cannot thank the staff enough for the amazing hospitality and service . Highly recommended and massively improved from my last stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiresh Sewlall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dining and bar tender was awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Lekau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Carpet needed in the room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jon Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great theme and excellent decoration. Building work in the shops nearby
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Indresen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the hotel are the best. They always went above and beyond for our stay. The staff at the hotel truly know how to treat guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nuraan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything from the time i stepped into the hotel, 5* star treatment, the entire duration of my stay to check out. Service was impeccable in extending my stay, accommodating me through my stay. The room was clean, smelled nice and very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tshepo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a generally good stay. The room was clean and well serviced
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Nicola M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was phenomenal! The could have not been frienlier. I would very highly recommended recommended this place
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

S J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was incredible. Staff were also super friendly and well trained. Gym and pool are very nice too. Room wasn’t the best, cheap noisy fridge, light switches in strange places.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025