The Lazy Shark

3.0 star property
3-star guest house near Scottburgh Beach

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ocean View | In-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
A covered outdoor area with a pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A bedroom with a bed, two wicker chairs, a small table, and a view of a pool.
Daily local cuisine breakfast for a fee
Standard Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View | View from room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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29 Egerton Rd, Freeland Park, KwaZulu-Natal, 4180
  • Place, Scottburgh Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Selborne Park Golf Club
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, University of KwaZulu-Natal
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Cottage, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Scottburgh

In Scottburgh .You'll find Scottburgh Beach and Scottburgh Golf Club within 2 miles (3 km) of this guesthouse. Selborne Park Golf Club and Umdoni Park Golf are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Scottburgh Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Selborne Park Golf Club - 14 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • Warner Beach - 21 min drive - 17.1 miles
  • Splash Water World - 27 min drive - 23.1 miles
  • University of KwaZulu-Natal - 47 min drive - 39.5 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Deck - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stone Pub & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Rooster - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Scottburgh Country Club - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Lazy Shark

3-star guest house near Scottburgh Beach
As a guest of The Lazy Shark, you'll find an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Lazy Shark also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Scottburgh guesthouse.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
The Lazy Shark offers 5 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. This Scottburgh guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 70 to 125 per person

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately ZAR 70 to 125 per person

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lazy Shark to the airport?

The Lazy Shark is 56.2 mi (64-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 The Lazy Shark?

As of Jul 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lazy Shark on Jul 23, 2026 start from $65, 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 The Lazy Shark have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Lazy Shark.

How close is The Lazy Shark to the beach?

This guesthouse is 1.4 mi (8-min drive) from Scottburgh Beach and 4.8 mi (8-min drive) from Umkomaas Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Lazy Shark offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Lazy Shark, but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of between ZAR 70 and 125 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Lazy Shark?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Lazy Shark?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Lazy Shark?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does The Lazy Shark have a pool?

The Lazy Shark features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does The Lazy Shark have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Lazy Shark to downtown Scottburgh?

The Lazy Shark is 1 mi away from Scottburgh.

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