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Chartwell Guest House

3.5 star property
3.5-star B&B near Umhlanga Rocks Beach

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Luxury Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Luxury Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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88 Chartwell Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Double or Twin Room

  • 441 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • 484 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Budget Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Budget Suite

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

uMhlanga

Close to airport.You'll find Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Umhlanga Lighthouse within 2 miles (3 km) of this B&B. Umhlanga Main Beach and KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Umhlanga Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Legacy Yard
  • The Barón
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • KAUAI
  • ‪Tiki Tonga - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Chartwell Guest House

3.5-star B&B near Umhlanga Rocks Beach
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Chartwell Guest House. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star uMhlanga bed & breakfast.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Chartwell Guest House offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. These individually decorated accommodations include desks. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; ZAR 100 for adults and ZAR 50 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • 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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: ZAR 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 44 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 100 for adults and ZAR 50 for children
  • Pet fee: ZAR 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24-hours a day.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Chartwell Guest House Hotel Umhlanga
Chartwell Guest House Hotel
Chartwell Guest House Umhlanga
Chartwell Guest House
Chartwell Guest House B&B Umhlanga
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Chartwell Guest House Bed & breakfast
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Chartwell Guest House to the airport?

Chartwell Guest House is 13.4 mi (18-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 Chartwell Guest House?

As of Aug 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chartwell Guest House on Aug 23, 2025 start from $96.49, excluding 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 Chartwell Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Chartwell Guest House.

How close is Chartwell Guest House to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is a short 12-minute walk from Umhlanga Rocks Beach and 5.9 mi (9-min drive) from Durban Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Chartwell Guest House offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Chartwell Guest House, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 100 for adults and ZAR 50 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Chartwell Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast, but Sibaya Casino (10-min drive) and Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (14-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Chartwell Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Chartwell Guest House?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Chartwell Guest House have a pool?

Chartwell Guest House features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy 24-hour pool access.

Does Chartwell Guest House have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Chartwell Guest House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Chartwell Guest House to downtown uMhlanga?

Chartwell Guest House is 0.2 mi away from uMhlanga.

Chartwell Guest House Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Francois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steinar

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phindile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Dimakatso

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

2/10 Terrible

Tarryn

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The worst service we have ever received from a hotel/Bnb. It was a very hot 32 degree day and the air conditioner was broken in our room. We asked for another room when we we told the bnb was fully occupied which was understandable. We then requested that we get a refund for our accommodation because we couldn’t stay in a room that was so hot. The owner told us we needed to wait for her maintenance guy who was a 2 hour drive away, let alone the amount of time it would take him to repair a broken unit. She REFUSED to give us our money back. We had to cut our losses and find somewhere else to stay which was much more reliable. The owner displayed absolutely no hospitality or professionalism at all.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Piwe

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Amos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amos at Chartwell

My stay at Chartwell guest house was amazing! Excellent serene homely environment with great staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

GAIL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

UPMARKET, PERFECT FOR A BUSINESS TRIP

A safe area - security cameras on the road and guards patrol the area. The Guest House is within a short driving distance of a shopping mall, so is conveniently located. The spacious room is spotless and has everything one needs - toiletries in the bathroom, a microwave oven and toaster, minibar with soft drinks and snacks, hairdryer, etc. Fast WiFi that works perfectly. The owner has paid great attention to detail and every little thing is in place and has been carefully selected. The bed is very comfortable and made up with fresh, crisp white linen and comfortable pillows. The staff are friendly, efficient and helpful. I will definitely stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

David, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient for Durban Airport

Just needed somewhere to stay after arrival at the airport, before moving on the next day. The hotel was a relatively easy drive (with SatNav), though hotel wasn't clearly marked from the road, but shoeing as 88 Chartwell Drive, rather than as 'guest house. The room was good sized, with sofa, large tv, good bathroom and comfortable bed. The room had coffee facilities, refridgerator and 'honesty bar' Breakfast was good. Would certainly use again, if needi somewhere to stay in Durban.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location!

Nice big rooms, though some of them are not so private and the breakfast is so early :)

10/10 Excellent

Petros

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful time, me and my family enjoyed our stay, it all turned out to be more than we expected, thank you very much.

6/10 Okay

Lorraine

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
A little disappointing stay. We had booked there because it clearly stated a separate living area, but in fact we had none (and there were ones on the property with separate areas). Our room was spacious and ok. The bedding was clean, but the valance covering the bottom of the bed looked like it had been there for ages. The safe was very small - too small to leave a laptop in. The room had several signs warning of security and panic buttons which left us feeling a bit uneasy - especially as two walls were glass doors which allowed for amazing views but had flimsy locks. The pool was too dirty to swim in, but in all fairness on the second day it was cleaned and usable thereafter. The breakfast was delicious and the staff serving the breakfast were wonderful - redeemed our stay. It was a very long walk to the centre (35-40 minutes). Taps were a little loose and some water was dripping behind the sink. Water supply was a bit unreliable. Our television did not work at one point, but it was immediately seen to. So a mixed experience.

8/10 Good

Priyesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Great stay, great location, great service

8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful views and good location

Large room. Good outdoor pool area. Short drive down Chartwell to restaurants, bars and shopping.

8/10 Good

Quintin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and safe guesthouse. Great staff.

The stay was fantastic. I was happy with the accomodation. I will surely book there again when I decide to go to Durban.

8/10 Good

walter, Cape Town

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very spacious, clean, confortable and well decorated rooms. Friendly and professional hosts.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Super de belle change bien située

Chambre impeccable et belle vue. Seul hic est que la piscine n'était pas très bien nettoyée et on ne s'est pas baignés.