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The Saffron House

4.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse with free breakfast and free valet parking

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Aerial view
Outdoor pool
Room (Protea)
Lounge
Room (Fleur)

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
15 Robbins Road, Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal, 4391
  • Sheffield Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Thompson's Bay Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Ballito Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Room (Fleur)

Fleur

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Standard Room

Sunflower

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Room (Protea)

Room (Protea)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Standard Room (Mimosa)

Standard Room (Mimosa)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Rose)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Rose)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (Lavender)

Standard Room (Lavender)

Standard Room (Lavender)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Ballito

At The Saffron House you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Tiffany's Beach and Sheffield Beach. Highlights at this guest house include free buffet breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free valet parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the guest house's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Ballito guest house include Umhlali Library and Salt Rock Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Sheffield Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Salt Rock Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Thompson's Bay Beach - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Ballito Beach - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Holla Trails - 10 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mugg & Bean On The Move - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Grand Exotic - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Salt Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Salt Rock Hotel Pty. Ltd. - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Saffron House

Suburban guesthouse with free breakfast and free valet parking
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at The Saffron House. An area shuttle within 10 km and an airport shuttle (available on request) are available for a fee. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Ballito guest house.

  • 1 floor
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
The Saffron House offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Rooms open to patios. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower. In-room massages and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 10 km
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Free cot
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: ZAR 100
Late check-in fee: ZAR 100 for check-in between 9 PM and 11 PM
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 300 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Early check-in fee: ZAR 100 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 100 for check-in between 9 PM and 11 PM

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Saffron House Salt Rock
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Saffron House Ballito
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Saffron House?

The Saffron House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Saffron House?

Yep, The Saffron House has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Are there any beaches close to The Saffron House?

Yep, The Saffron House is a short 13-minute walk from Sheffield Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and body boarding.

Does The Saffron House have a pool?

The Saffron House has an outdoor pool.

What makes The Saffron House a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private patios in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Saffron House.

Is The Saffron House family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and an outdoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Saffron House is a hit with families.

Does The Saffron House serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet breakfast is offered at The Saffron House.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Saffron House?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Saffron House?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Saffron House?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Saffron House Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Mike, Somerset West, Western Cape, RSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Single night, room good, breakfast good, all ok!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My stay at Saffron

Enjoyed my stay, received everything I wanted but was upset by the early check in charge. I was billed despite phoning ahead and receiving confirmation that it was okay to check in early.

8/10 Good

Steven, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

We had a great couple of days at Saffron House. The owner was helpful but not obtrusive. The bathroom was great and the room was a good size. The location is good, near the beach.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful and enjoyable

I stayed for one night during off-season. Arrived late and was warmly welcomed to my upgraded room in the second building. The room and the bathroom was very spacious and I enjoyed it a lot. In the morning I received great breakfast choices: from cereals through toast to omelet made on my request. I would definitely recommend the stay.

6/10 Okay

Jenny , Duban, Kwa Zulu Natal

Liked: Cleanliness

Neat and clean but lacks character

Arrival at the Saffron House was a bit like a comedy of errors as the owner got my friend and I muddled up. Every question that was put to Ian was answered with 'It's in the book in the room!' He is not exactly a people person. The room was neat and clean but characterless. The TV was placed in an awkward position which made it difficult to view. A mini bar was provided but no safe for valuables which in South Africa is a requirement. No complimentary shampoo/toilet soap etc was provided. A kettle, two coffee mugs and minimal supply of tea, coffee and sugar and milk was provided daily. There was free WiFi however.

8/10 Good

Lauren, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect place for quick stopover

Great stay on our stopover from Durban airport to leave early morning for safari. Ian the owner picked us up from the airport and was very accommodating in recommending an easy place for dinner. Lovely quiet room by the pool, and as we were leaving before breakfast the next morning Ian graciously packed a breakfast to go for us. Small complaint was our door handle stuck the first time we closed the door and wouldn't open the door, but I am sure this is fixed by now as he was going to replace it as soon as we checked out. Only other comment is the bathroom mat was very tired, a fresh white one would really make a difference! Other than that, all good and would defo stay again.

8/10 Good

David, Chipping Sodbury

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

The B&B was tastefully decorated with a country french decor, the grounds kept neatly groomed, the staff very accommodating and friendly, our room was clean and very romantic with a lush comfy bed. Great location, nice staff but could use more parkin.

8/10 Good

Derek, 4 Ways

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

ok for the fit and healthy

Cant imagine why previous review was not OK Accommodation was fine except there are 18/20 steps up to the foyer and no handrails. elderly or disabled should not book here and this should be mentioned in sales brochure. the shower is not confined and presents a slipping hazard when wet

6/10 Okay

Derek, 4 Ways

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

dangerous living

the room is some 25 steps up from the carpark, there are no bannisters so should one fall its a long way down, we are an elderly couple using walking sticks and moved after the first night thereby losing a lot of money, it behoves the hotel to warn potential visitors.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely last minute booking

I booked the Saffron B&B from my mobile at the airport in South Africa. I was promptly greeted by the owner, Ian, when I arrived at check-in and shown to my room. I was upgraded to a charming room in the second house (behind the main house) overlooking the pool. My room had A/C, dual vanity, dual shower head, and a soaking tub. The only draw back to staying in the second house was the weak to non existent WiFi connection. There was WiFi in the main house which housed the sitting area and dining area.

6/10 Okay

U.K. visitors, Derbyshire

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

comfy. beds

Good breakfast, shortage of milk in room. Management questioned our request for more. A grey caged parrot in front of the hotel was in a poor condition. Very filthy Cage. Cage not been cleaned in a long while. SPCA should take a look.

8/10 Good

P Jenkins, South Africa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

yes

comfortable, clean and peaceful

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

close to nothing

the room was very very small. can't open anything for fresh air at night.the gardner came and begun to clean around the swimming pool at 6.30 a.m and and it was 1 meter from our room and we could not sleep more. breakfast was very good. parking of the car was convenient

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant. Can't recommend it enough. Would definitely stay here again. Wonderful rooms at a very reasonable price.

10/10 Excellent

Adam, Merseyside, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Visit to Salt Rock

Excellent bed and breakfast. Lovely food, nice and clean and they even washed our hire car!!

10/10 Excellent

Karolyn, Emporium, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Saffron House - Wonderful!

We enjoyed our stay very much at this B&B.  The hosts were very pleasant and concerned that we were comfortable.  They were helpful with extra information about what to do in the area.  Breakfast was perfect.  We would recommend this B&B anytime to anyone who wants to relax in this beautiful area.

10/10 Excellent

John & Giuseppe, Shoreham-By-Sea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Have already recommended to friends!

Shame it was only 1 night, next time it will be longer.

6/10 Okay

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Einfache, in die Jahre gekommene Unterkunft

Unterkunft sehr einfach, düstere Beleuchtung im Raum, dass man nicht lesen kann. Türe zum Badezimmer klemmte und machte argen Lärm beim Öffnen. Bilder vermitteln größere und schönere Unterkunft. Auch den Garten mit Schwimmbad hätten wir uns nach den Fotos größer und schöner vorgestellt. Der Fotograf hat "gute Arbeit geleistet" beim Aufnehmen. Wir sind anderen, moderneren Standard in SA gewohnt. Frühstück war sehr gut.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Accueil fantastique !

Nous avons profité de plein de petites attentions agréables dans ce b&b : énorme panier petit-déjeuner (nous devions partir trop tôt pour le prendre sur place) et panier en osier avec serviettes de plage tout prêt dans la chambre, pour profiter de la mer dès l'arrivée !

6/10 Okay

Yvonne, Schweiz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Saffron House

The Saffron House war für uns zu sehr abgelegen und wir konnten nur mit dem Auto zum Nachtessen fahren, da die Strassen auch unbeleuchtet waren. Das Guest House war aber sehr sauber geführt und das Frühstück wie überall super gemacht.