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Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

3.0 star property
Beach hotel with restaurant, near Umhlanga Rocks Beach

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Experience the warmth of Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga, where modern comforts and family-friendly amenities converge. Enjoy breakfast at Lighthouse, explore shopping on site, or take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services. With free in-room WiFi and helpful staff that have impressed previous guests.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • In-room childcare
  • Business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
The current price is CNY648
CNY752 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Protea Mall, Cnr Lighthouse and Chartwell Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320

What's nearby

  • Oceans Mall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 19 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe 1999 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪African Roots Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Marco's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Radisson Blu - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Butcher boys - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Umhlanga Rocks Beach. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Lighthouse, which serves breakfast. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 269 rooms
    • Arranged over 15 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (ZAR 55 per day)
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle within 10 km*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • Personal watercraft (motorized)
  • Shopping
  • Beach access
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 4 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1998
  • ATM/banking
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible vanity height (inches): 33
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 34
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Lowered peephole/view port in door
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Lowered counter and sink height (inches): 28
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Toilet grab bar height (inches): 33
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Bathtub grab bar height (inches): 33
  • Lever door handles

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch LED TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Dining

Lighthouse - This restaurant serves breakfast only.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 205 for adults and ZAR 205 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 350 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 500 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 1 and 15 costs ZAR 125 (one-way)

Parking

  • Self parking costs ZAR 55 per day
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

Protea Hotel

Protea Hotel Marriott Durban Umhlanga

Protea Umhlanga

Umhlanga Protea Hotel

Protea Hotel Umhlanga Rocks

Protea

Hotel Umhlanga

Protea Marriott Durban Umhlanga

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Hotel

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Umhlanga

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Hotel Umhlanga

Frequently asked questions

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga?

Yes. Self parking costs ZAR 55 per day. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 350 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of ZAR 500 (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Sibaya Casino (7-min drive) and Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (11-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and parasailing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga also has access to a nearby health club.

Are there restaurants at or near Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Lighthouse.

What's the area around Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga like?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga is a short 13-minute walk from Umhlanga Rocks Beach and 8 minutes' walk from Umhlanga Lighthouse.

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Reviews

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was very good with several options and eggs made to order. (6 reviews)
  • The property is conveniently located across the street from the beach, making it easily accessible. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Room was spotless and the staff was exceptional! Would definitely recommend this hotel, the environment was amazing and they made us feel at home!
Schalk, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was spotless and the staff extremely helpful.
Natasha, 9-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love the location of this hotel. The room was clean, big bathroom. Front desk very friendly.
Trevonica, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and restaurants nearby
robin, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Yes room was perfect.
Taahir, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms. Staff was very helpfull
Joseph, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Porters, bar staff and the team really went above and beyond. We only had 1 night but really enjoyed our stay.
Richard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant location. Well run hotel. Excellent stay... thank you.
Peter, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Loved our stay, great location. Friendly staff
Karen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel and friendly staff. Great breakfast. Would be nice if there was an in house restaurant and room service.
Fatima, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast buffet was outstanding!
Thomas, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and excellent service. Amazing breakfast!
Marion, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The stay at the hotel was excellent very central of all restaurants and the mall. The only disappointment was they didn't offer lunch and dinner available at the hotel restaurant on Saturday. So we had to eat somewhere else. But overall a very nice Hotel.
Paul, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

So accomodating!

Lovely, comfortable one night stay. Staff were very friendly and most accomodating. When they noticed my elderly mother with us, we were offered a more suitable room to accomodate her needs.
Shaun, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent excellent stay!! I cannot recommend this hotel enough. 1) amazing location 2) modern hotel, great decor and ambiance 3) spacious, well appointed rooms with all amenities 4) good housekeeping 5) great breakfast with staff who go above and beyond. Priced incredibly well for all the services and comfort on offer. Will definitely return
Saadiya, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect!

Another amazing stay at Protea! Walking distancr from the beach and many shops and restaurants. Very clean rooms!
Bonita, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel in Umhlanga

Most amazing hotel in the heart of Umhlanga. Every aspect of our stay was 5 star, from an amazing check-in all the way to our departure. Most definitely excellent value for money and a perfect location.
Bonnie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Centrally situated, very friendly and helpful staff. Room’s spacious and clean
Jane, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff are amazing, I stay regular now, just make you feel so welcomed
Mike, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service
Yvonne, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Competence and friendliness of all staff
Ian, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Never a disappointment

Always a comfortable stay at this hotel. My default when travelling on business. Clean friendly and central to amenities
Matthew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Highly Recommended

Wonderful experience! 5 star comfortable room, beautiful views, and convenient location to shops and restaurants and of course, the ocean. Breakfast (additional cost) also very good with several options and eggs made to order.
5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location. Walkable. Breakfast nuffet wasn't worth the cost and their computer systems were down frequently
Lorrie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Weekend away

Very pleased once again. My room was immaculate. Great condition and location is second to none for a Umhlanga visit. Ill be back
Kevin, 2-night trip