• Kitchen
  • City view
  • Free WiFi
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safety deposit box

Located 700 metres from the beach in the heart of Umhlanga Rocks, Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga boasts family-friendly accommodation with free WiFi and air-conditioned rooms. Guests of Protea Umhlanga can enjoy partial sea views from some of the rooms with stylish, elegant furnishings. Each air-conditioned room has a satellite TV and separate bathroom, while some offer a fully-equipped kitchenette. A delicious buffet breakfast is served every morning at the on-site Lighthouse Restaurant. For lunch and dinner, guests can explore a variety of restaurants situated within walking distance of the property. To ensure a hassle-free stay, the attentive staff can arrange for airport shuttle and babysitting service upon request at a charge. There is a 24-hour reception desk and on-site parking is available for a surcharge. Nearby attractions include the KZN Shark's Board, Gateway Shopping Centre, and the Hawaan Forest. King Shaka International Airport is located 20 km away, whilst Durban City Centre is 17 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Protea Hotels by Marriott
Hotel chain/brand
Protea Hotels by Marriott

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Durban, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2

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

Breakfast info

Buffet

Private parking at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Marc
    South Africa South Africa
    Good location and facilities, centrally located. Friendly staff
  • Thulare
    South Africa South Africa
    The location is accessible and well positioned to reach many facilities, and it is safe. I would recommend it to family and friends. Helpful and lovely staff. The gym is clean.
  • Khomotso
    South Africa South Africa
    the staff is friendly, rooms and space was beautiful

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Breakfast Room
    • Open for
      Breakfast

Facilities of Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Private parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Sea view
  • View
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs ZAR 55 per day.
  • Parking garage
Reception services
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Wellness
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • English

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.

House rules

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00

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

Check-out

Until 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.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 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 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

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

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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

Please note the hotel offers wireless internet- the first 500MB per room per day is free, thereafter charges apply.

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 Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga 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.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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

FAQs about Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

  • The prices at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Bicycle rental

  • Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga has 1 restaurant:

    • The Breakfast Room

  • Check-in at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Room options at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga include:

    • Double
    • Suite

  • Guests staying at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet

  • Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga is 9.3 miles from the centre of Durban. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 200 yards from Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.