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Hillside Guesthouse

3.5 star property
3.5-star guest house near Umhlanga Rocks Beach

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A coastal view with a clear sky, a wooden-roofed building, and the ocean with two ships in the distance.
A bar area with patterned chairs and a bottle, overlooking a body of water and palm trees.
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, stone facade, and a covered patio area.
A beach with green vegetation in the foreground and a sandy beach with the ocean and ships in the background.
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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142 Ridge Road, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4319
  • Place, Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Lighthouse
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Main Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a decorative vase, a framed picture, and a cowhide rug.

Room, Sea Facing

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

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

Room (Road Facing)

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

uMhlanga

Seaside stay .Stay at this uMhlanga guesthouse and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Umhlanga Rocks Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Gateway Theatre of Shopping. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Umdloti Beach and Durban Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Oceans Mall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Radisson Blu - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cafe 1999 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Butcher boys - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hooters - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Barón - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Hillside Guesthouse

3.5-star guest house near Umhlanga Rocks Beach
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Hillside Guesthouse. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star uMhlanga guesthouse.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Hillside Guesthouse offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star guesthouse have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

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 self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • 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.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 350 per vehicle (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, debit cards, and cash
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 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, debit cards, and cash.

Continental breakfast is served in guestrooms.

We should mention

  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hillside Guesthouse to the airport?

Hillside Guesthouse is 13 mi (17-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 Hillside Guesthouse?

As of Aug 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hillside Guesthouse on Aug 18, 2026 start from $108, 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 Hillside Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?

Hillside Guesthouse offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 350 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Hillside Guesthouse to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 5-minute walk from Umhlanga Rocks Beach and 6.5 mi (14-min drive) from Umdloti Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hillside Guesthouse offer free breakfast?

Hillside Guesthouse offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hillside Guesthouse?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Sibaya Casino (8-min drive) and Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (15-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hillside Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hillside Guesthouse?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Hillside Guesthouse have a pool?

Hillside Guesthouse features an outdoor pool.

Does Hillside Guesthouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Hillside Guesthouse to downtown uMhlanga?

Hillside Guesthouse is 0.5 mi away from uMhlanga.

Hillside Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people are super nice and the view is spectacular!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautifully designed, clean rooms with a lovely view of the sea. The staff were so accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely room

Lovely room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night sleepover for a wedding function. Well kept, very clean, and tidy. Five-star amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Guy Alain

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellente
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful, clean and amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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

Serenity at Hillside

I just love this place! From the time I arrived I was met with a big warm smile, my bags were wheeled in for me. I found the room immaculately clean and waiting for me, with everything provided to make one forget they're away from home. The service was fantastic.The location is within reach of a nice mall, I forget the name. Coming from a landlocked country I so much enjoyed the veiw of the see especially the sound of the waves in the stillness of the night. I am glad I picked you Hillside Guesthouse. Thank you staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jan-Christoph

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zimele

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023