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City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Gateway Theatre of Shopping

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Lobby
Interior
Exterior
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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2 Palm Boulevard, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320
  • Place, Gateway Theatre of Shopping
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Lighthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

uMhlanga

Close to airport.With a stay at this uMhlanga hotel, you'll be steps from Gateway Theatre of Shopping and a 5-minute walk from Umhlanga Hospital. Also, KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board is within half a mile (1 km) and Umhlanga Lighthouse is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ster-Kinekor Gateway - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Oceans Mall - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mimmo's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nespresso Gateway - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Circus Circus Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Boyz - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Dish Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge

4-star hotel near Gateway Theatre of Shopping
City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and a meeting room are available. The business-friendly City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge also features a vending machine, a garden, and laundry facilities. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 4-star uMhlanga hotel is smoke free.

  • 168 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2003
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge offers 168 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. LED televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This uMhlanga hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 235 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge

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 buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 235 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 260 per room (one-way)

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge to the airport?

City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge is 12.1 mi (22-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 City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge?

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge on Jun 16, 2026 start from $104, 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 City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge have an airport shuttle?

City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 260 per room, one-way.

How close is City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge to the beach?

This hotel is 1.9 mi (10-min drive) from Umhlanga Rocks Beach and 1.7 mi (9-min drive) from Umhlanga Main Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 235 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Sibaya Casino (8-min drive) and Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (12-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge?

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

Is there free parking at City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge?

This hotel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge have a pool?

City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge features an outdoor pool.

Does City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge to downtown uMhlanga?

City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge is 0.5 mi away from Umhlanga Ridge.

City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 263 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 263 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 263 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 263 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 263 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Enrico

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent house keeping and ammenities. Friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simanga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place ever
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place was amazing and has perfect location. The staff ( Enhle and Luyanda) were amazing and helpful in changing our room and making our stay enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was excellent and the staff where very helpful, friendly and polite at all times. ,
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

govindram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, great value for money.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean with friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to shopping and parks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay here over New Year. Staff were wonderfully helpful throughout. We didn't book breakfast but tried it on our last day and wished we had - great selection of cooked and continental options at reasonable price. Lots of restaurants closeby and about 35 minutes walk to Umhlanga beach. Only slight disappointment was that there is nowhere to change or shower by the pool.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

CityLodge

Always a great stay at CityLodge
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phumelelani

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

City Lodge umhlanga

Our stay was excellent, the hotel location was great, friendly staff. The room was clean they even allowed us to change rooms to a more spacious room with great view
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

Great Hotel

The Hotel is right opposite the Gateway Theatre of shopping mall which is amazing. Everything you need in shops, restaurants and bars. Hotel is a little dated, but going through a refurbishment at the moment. The rooms are big and clean and have everything you need for a fab stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Shelley

Noisy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Adilson

Liked: Cleanliness

Otima localizacao

Otima localização. Mobilia um pouco desgastada. Check in lento e confuso.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my first time ever lodging at City Lodge and I am very impressed. Although not like a 5-star hotel, their service is beyond 5-star. It is sterling. I will lodge here again and again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hussein

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

Across from Gateway! location, locaton, ...

Hotel room was very comfortable and in excellent condition. Bedding, bathroom, furniture were all great. Wifi was ok but not capable of video. TV channels were limited. Very quiet on top floor room, as I was on the back and not facing Gateway. Location was fantastic - I walked across the road to Starbucks for breakfast rather than eat at the hotel. Parking is not marked and I could not find it before checking in. Staff were always helpful, but reception needs some work compared to other City Lodges I have stayed at. I stayed here because the price was good and it was not possible to get any closer to Gateway, while still being close to the rest of Umhlanga.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Good Stay

Good Stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Dinesha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Please note this hotel was already fully booked before booking was done on Hotels .com
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

JC

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

A bit disappointed this time round

We have always stayed at this property in the past as they have friendly staff, comfortable clean rooms/bathroom and a great new Cafe. However on Saturday evening at 1 am the people next door started making a noise with loud music and loud conversation/laughter. When we asked them to tone it down they just carried on. We then asked the hotel for assistance and the security guard went to speak to them. They proceeded to threaten him whereafter we requested to be moved (in the middle of the night) to another room. The hotel granted this but I feel we should not have been inconvenienced, the hotel should have moved them/ thrown them out or alternatively called the police (as the guard was threatened). Hotel guests should not have to figure out how to get a good night's sleep, the hotel should ensure this, afterall we paid to stay there. My concern is this, should there not be a night /senior manager on duty at night for situations like these? The poor receptionist and security guard were no match for these selfish people. Other than that, a nice clean hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge

The staff are so helpful and friendly - well done to all of them. The location as also an attraction for me as I park my car in the hotel on-site parking and walk across to Gateway.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zinhle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service

Horrendous check-in process

45 minutes to check-in!!! The lady at the front desk was completely untrained and slow. We needed to check in quickly to get some rest to continue our journey in the morning. The check in was very unpleasant and we will NOT support this establishment again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place was clean and staff were friendly and helpful. Quite and very convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Khanyisani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was excellent for me
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021