5 Stars Hotels in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The Beverly Hills is and always has been a wonderful experience. Staff are above and beyond in their service. Rooms overlook the sea and have spectacular sunrise and sunsets. All meals are exceptional, breakfast on the terrace with its amazing buffet is a delight to start the day.

At the outset, I must admit that I am a biased reviewer, because I love The Oyster Box Hotel, and am a fairly regular visitor. However, in mid March my wife and I were guests, rather than visitors, and spent three nights there, celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary. We were warmly welcomed and pampered from the outset, and made to feel very special, including finding treats and a bottle of bubbly in our room. Our favourite space is the outside terrace, with its stunning sea views, and the iconic lighthouse, which is almost a part of the hotel. We spent much time there. The hotel is now in the very capable hands of the excellent Roberto Rosa. He has a fantastic complement of staff. Right up there at the top is the debonair and affable Justin Botha - the perfect person to lead customer relations. He really made us feel like VIPs. We enjoyed all the facilities, and highlights were drinks with friends at The Lighthouse Bar, relaxing in the library, a celebration dinner in The Grill Room, and a wonderful body massage at The Spa. There are too many staff members to mention for their care, pampering and concern, but standouts include George, who heads The Grill Room, and Lethu, Zinhle, Thobile, Mandisa, Sebastian, Ryan, Richard and William. (My apologies to anyone that I have left out) We left with fabulous memories, and long to return for another five star experience. For us, this is without any shadow of doubt, Durban’s premier hotel.

Fabulous stay, strongly recommended. Except if you want to be on the beachfront or in the bustle of Umhlanga Rocks. Situated on the ridge overlooking the sea, btw Umhlanga and Durban North, 5-10 min drive to the beach, 10 min to Umhlanga Rocks. Staff are fabulous and kept us well fed and suppmied with generous cocktails in the pool. We were the only guests both evenings in the pool area. Saw vervet monkeys from the balcony. Breakfast was also generous and delicious. Rooms are quiet, block out the light, and beds comfy.

A good place to be with a beautiful view.... ”The View” as its name . Closer to a shopping complex , gas station, 5min drive to the beach, closer to the beach there also restaurantswhere you can dine whole having the beach view, Toti Beach. its also closer to galleria Mall. The place is too steep so be ready for that... Their food is delicious, we had dinner there at their restaurant called Giorgios but its expensive I must say. Not sure about their breakfast and lunch though. Staff and reception is just ok. I had requested them to add a crib bed for a child and upon arrival they told us that the storeroom is closed because we arrived at 6pm so it's too late. We then asked them to give us atleast a bedsheets or any linen so we can make a plan for our son, they said ok but never pitched , nothin, not even getting back to us to say what could be the matter. We asked again the following day, they took four hours to bring a bedsheets. Bottom line is if you have a child do not, I repeat DO NOT book that place because they will lie straight to your face saying they could not reach you since you booked via an APP. I'm not sure whetherI want to talk about their kitchen in the rooms. You will have to call them now and again to bring things and they take 3 to 4hours just for a simple thing like a spoon. One thing I can say is they don't listen and listening means you respect your business and your clients I flew from overseas to rest and have a good time and have treat ourselves since they have a spar but I ended up canceling my plans for a spa because I didn't want additional dissapointments. The rest I don't even want to mention...and that is my experience after paying so much Money and looking forward to a good vacation 😌 BUT...

The pillows were comfortable and soft.The food was amazing and the staff is friendly. The place is clean and housekeeping staff is excellent as they provide whatever you request on time.Reception staff very friendly and helpful. I would recommend this place to my family and friend.

This B&B sports 12 good sized to frankly large rooms, in Umhlanga Rocks, around 40 yards from the beach (our bathroom, in #3, was humongous, and beautiful). Hosts are so nice, and tolerated many COVID associated rebooking from us, and others. Grounds have a nice pool, and many cozy nooks for reading. Not many games in house, so bring your own entertainment. Breakfasts are great. Cowrie Cove is over a mile from Umhlanga, and thus over a mile from any eating or shopping establishment. Uber rides are only around 100 Rand round trip—more like 400 R for a round trip for Durban. The area has been hit hard by rains, and the beach has a lot of trash on it. Beach is pretty narrow and steep, too, and it’s hard to walk long distances on it—but that is not this establishments problem.

The Beverly Hills is and always has been a wonderful experience. Staff are above and beyond in their service. Rooms overlook the sea and have spectacular sunrise and sunsets. All meals are exceptional, breakfast on the terrace with its amazing buffet is a delight to start the day.

At the outset, I must admit that I am a biased reviewer, because I love The Oyster Box Hotel, and am a fairly regular visitor. However, in mid March my wife and I were guests, rather than visitors, and spent three nights there, celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary. We were warmly welcomed and pampered from the outset, and made to feel very special, including finding treats and a bottle of bubbly in our room. Our favourite space is the outside terrace, with its stunning sea views, and the iconic lighthouse, which is almost a part of the hotel. We spent much time there. The hotel is now in the very capable hands of the excellent Roberto Rosa. He has a fantastic complement of staff. Right up there at the top is the debonair and affable Justin Botha - the perfect person to lead customer relations. He really made us feel like VIPs. We enjoyed all the facilities, and highlights were drinks with friends at The Lighthouse Bar, relaxing in the library, a celebration dinner in The Grill Room, and a wonderful body massage at The Spa. There are too many staff members to mention for their care, pampering and concern, but standouts include George, who heads The Grill Room, and Lethu, Zinhle, Thobile, Mandisa, Sebastian, Ryan, Richard and William. (My apologies to anyone that I have left out) We left with fabulous memories, and long to return for another five star experience. For us, this is without any shadow of doubt, Durban’s premier hotel.

The pillows were comfortable and soft.The food was amazing and the staff is friendly. The place is clean and housekeeping staff is excellent as they provide whatever you request on time.Reception staff very friendly and helpful. I would recommend this place to my family and friend.

Fabulous stay, strongly recommended. Except if you want to be on the beachfront or in the bustle of Umhlanga Rocks. Situated on the ridge overlooking the sea, btw Umhlanga and Durban North, 5-10 min drive to the beach, 10 min to Umhlanga Rocks. Staff are fabulous and kept us well fed and suppmied with generous cocktails in the pool. We were the only guests both evenings in the pool area. Saw vervet monkeys from the balcony. Breakfast was also generous and delicious. Rooms are quiet, block out the light, and beds comfy.

A good place to be with a beautiful view.... ”The View” as its name . Closer to a shopping complex , gas station, 5min drive to the beach, closer to the beach there also restaurantswhere you can dine whole having the beach view, Toti Beach. its also closer to galleria Mall. The place is too steep so be ready for that... Their food is delicious, we had dinner there at their restaurant called Giorgios but its expensive I must say. Not sure about their breakfast and lunch though. Staff and reception is just ok. I had requested them to add a crib bed for a child and upon arrival they told us that the storeroom is closed because we arrived at 6pm so it's too late. We then asked them to give us atleast a bedsheets or any linen so we can make a plan for our son, they said ok but never pitched , nothin, not even getting back to us to say what could be the matter. We asked again the following day, they took four hours to bring a bedsheets. Bottom line is if you have a child do not, I repeat DO NOT book that place because they will lie straight to your face saying they could not reach you since you booked via an APP. I'm not sure whetherI want to talk about their kitchen in the rooms. You will have to call them now and again to bring things and they take 3 to 4hours just for a simple thing like a spoon. One thing I can say is they don't listen and listening means you respect your business and your clients I flew from overseas to rest and have a good time and have treat ourselves since they have a spar but I ended up canceling my plans for a spa because I didn't want additional dissapointments. The rest I don't even want to mention...and that is my experience after paying so much Money and looking forward to a good vacation 😌 BUT...

This B&B sports 12 good sized to frankly large rooms, in Umhlanga Rocks, around 40 yards from the beach (our bathroom, in #3, was humongous, and beautiful). Hosts are so nice, and tolerated many COVID associated rebooking from us, and others. Grounds have a nice pool, and many cozy nooks for reading. Not many games in house, so bring your own entertainment. Breakfasts are great. Cowrie Cove is over a mile from Umhlanga, and thus over a mile from any eating or shopping establishment. Uber rides are only around 100 Rand round trip—more like 400 R for a round trip for Durban. The area has been hit hard by rains, and the beach has a lot of trash on it. Beach is pretty narrow and steep, too, and it’s hard to walk long distances on it—but that is not this establishments problem.

The Beverly Hills is and always has been a wonderful experience. Staff are above and beyond in their service. Rooms overlook the sea and have spectacular sunrise and sunsets. All meals are exceptional, breakfast on the terrace with its amazing buffet is a delight to start the day.

At the outset, I must admit that I am a biased reviewer, because I love The Oyster Box Hotel, and am a fairly regular visitor. However, in mid March my wife and I were guests, rather than visitors, and spent three nights there, celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary. We were warmly welcomed and pampered from the outset, and made to feel very special, including finding treats and a bottle of bubbly in our room. Our favourite space is the outside terrace, with its stunning sea views, and the iconic lighthouse, which is almost a part of the hotel. We spent much time there. The hotel is now in the very capable hands of the excellent Roberto Rosa. He has a fantastic complement of staff. Right up there at the top is the debonair and affable Justin Botha - the perfect person to lead customer relations. He really made us feel like VIPs. We enjoyed all the facilities, and highlights were drinks with friends at The Lighthouse Bar, relaxing in the library, a celebration dinner in The Grill Room, and a wonderful body massage at The Spa. There are too many staff members to mention for their care, pampering and concern, but standouts include George, who heads The Grill Room, and Lethu, Zinhle, Thobile, Mandisa, Sebastian, Ryan, Richard and William. (My apologies to anyone that I have left out) We left with fabulous memories, and long to return for another five star experience. For us, this is without any shadow of doubt, Durban’s premier hotel.

This B&B sports 12 good sized to frankly large rooms, in Umhlanga Rocks, around 40 yards from the beach (our bathroom, in #3, was humongous, and beautiful). Hosts are so nice, and tolerated many COVID associated rebooking from us, and others. Grounds have a nice pool, and many cozy nooks for reading. Not many games in house, so bring your own entertainment. Breakfasts are great. Cowrie Cove is over a mile from Umhlanga, and thus over a mile from any eating or shopping establishment. Uber rides are only around 100 Rand round trip—more like 400 R for a round trip for Durban. The area has been hit hard by rains, and the beach has a lot of trash on it. Beach is pretty narrow and steep, too, and it’s hard to walk long distances on it—but that is not this establishments problem.

Fabulous stay, strongly recommended. Except if you want to be on the beachfront or in the bustle of Umhlanga Rocks. Situated on the ridge overlooking the sea, btw Umhlanga and Durban North, 5-10 min drive to the beach, 10 min to Umhlanga Rocks. Staff are fabulous and kept us well fed and suppmied with generous cocktails in the pool. We were the only guests both evenings in the pool area. Saw vervet monkeys from the balcony. Breakfast was also generous and delicious. Rooms are quiet, block out the light, and beds comfy.