Close to the beach.At this uMhlanga B&B, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Umhlanga Rocks Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Umhlanga Lighthouse. Umhlanga Hospital and Oceans Mall are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles
Umhlanga Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
Umhlanga Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
Umhlanga Main Beach - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
Getting around
King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Saxony Coffee - 7 min drive
Fabrica - 7 min drive
Al Firenze - 5 min drive
KAUAI - 3 min drive
Seattle Coffee Company - 3 min drive
About this property
Cowrie Cove Guest House
5-star luxury B&B near Umhlanga Rocks Beach
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury Cowrie Cove Guest House. Self parking is free.
This 5-star uMhlanga bed & breakfast is smoke free.
12 guestrooms or units
English breakfast (free)
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Front-desk safe
Terrace
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
Newspapers in lobby (free)
No smoking on site
Cowrie Cove Guest House offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and slippers. Rooms open to furnished patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. This uMhlanga bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Room amenities
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Slippers
Towels provided
Food and drink
Electric kettle
More
Air conditioning
Electrical adapters
Laptop-compatible safe
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property from January to December. The rest of the year they are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
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
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, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club.
We should mention
Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed from January to December.
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
Cowrie Cove Umhlanga
Cowrie Cove Guest House Umhlanga
Cowrie Cove Guest House Bed & breakfast
Cowrie Cove Guest House Bed & breakfast Umhlanga
Frequently asked questions
How close is Cowrie Cove Guest House to the airport?
Cowrie Cove 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 Cowrie Cove Guest House?
As of Oct 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cowrie Cove Guest House on Nov 1, 2025 start from $125.49, 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 Cowrie Cove Guest House have an airport shuttle?
Cowrie Cove Guest House offers an airport shuttle.
How close is Cowrie Cove Guest House to the beach?
This bed & breakfast is a short 5-minute walk from Umhlanga Rocks Beach and 4.5 mi (6-min drive) from Durban Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Cowrie Cove Guest House offer free breakfast?
Cowrie Cove Guest House offers free English breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
Is there a casino at Cowrie Cove Guest House?
No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast, but Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (11-min drive) and Sibaya Casino (11-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Cowrie Cove Guest House?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Cowrie Cove Guest House?
This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.
Does Cowrie Cove Guest House have a pool?
Cowrie Cove Guest House features an outdoor pool.
Does Cowrie Cove Guest House have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.
How close is Cowrie Cove Guest House to downtown uMhlanga?
Cowrie Cove Guest House is 1.5 mi away from uMhlanga.