Kingston Place Guesthouse is situated in the Herrwood Park suburb of Umhlanga, just 1.5 km from Bronze Beach and a 15-minute drive from Mount Edgecombe Golf Club. It features an outdoor swimming pool, garden. All rooms are elegantly decorated and are equipped with satellite TV, tea-and-coffee-making facilities and a desk. The bathrooms include free toiletries. Some rooms offer a kitchenette or kitchen. Kingston Place offer breakfast and dinner upon request and a number of restaurants serving local and international cuisines can be found within 2 km. Guests can relax and unwind in the communal lounge or on the terrace that overlooks the pool and tropical garden. Free WiFi is available and laundry services are available upon request. Moses Mabhida Stadium is within 15 km and the Durban International Airport is 15 minutes’ drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Durban, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Durban
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Belinda
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Staff and home owners were wonderful. Breakfast was good.
  • Zithobile
    South Africa South Africa
    The couple host are awesomely friendly and warm. Their cozy accomodation is awesomely furnished and neat. They go out of their way to ensure their guests are comfortable and happy. Big beautiful rooms. Enjoyed Netflix streaming throughout my stay...
  • Sophie
    South Africa South Africa
    The view, the service, the breakfast, the space as well in the room.

Managed by Martinus & Naomi

Company review score: 9.7Based on 103 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

An ex-civil engineer that have done a lot of international travel experience, lived for four years in the Ukraine and upholds family values. Our guests come first.

Property information

Kingston Place Guesthouse is situated in Herrwood Park, Umhlanga in a tranquil residential suburb. Properties are generally large with beautiful lush and green gardens. The house has three levels with three rooms with external access at Pool level, four rooms at the lounge level with a room exiting onto the patio and then on the third level the Penthouse. We are upgrading to be more energy efficient and allow our guests to have a peaceful and restful time whilst at Kingston Place Guesthouse.

Neighbourhood information

We are within walking distance of the Umhlanga beaches, this for those willing to walk the uphills back to the guesthouse, close to Gateway Theatre of Shopping and the new Oceans Mall with all its shops and restaurants and then close also to the business parks giving fast access to Offices. Herrwood Park is a quiet and safe residential area located between the beach and the ridge allowing spectacular views from Umdloti to the Bluff.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,German,English,Dutch,Russian,Zulu

Property surroundings

Facilities of Kingston Place Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • BBQ facilities
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Children's playground
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • German
  • English
  • Dutch
  • Russian
  • Zulu

House rules

Kingston Place Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 19:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 07:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Curfew

Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 00:00 and 04:30

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 450 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 450 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Kingston Place Guesthouse accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Unfortunately, Kingston Place Guesthouse is unable to accommodate bookings for stag/hen parties or school leavers (Matric Rage festival). Any such bookings will be cancelled, with no refund given. The hotel apologises for any inconvenience.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Kingston Place Guesthouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Kingston Place Guesthouse

  • The nearest beach is just 0.9 miles from Kingston Place Guesthouse. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Kingston Place Guesthouse is 9.9 miles from the centre of Durban. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Kingston Place Guesthouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Diving
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beach
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Swimming Pool

  • Room options at Kingston Place Guesthouse include:

    • Suite
    • Double

  • The prices at Kingston Place Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Kingston Place Guesthouse is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.