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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
Room (Fleur)
Room (Protea)
Outdoor pool
Lounge

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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15 Robbins Road, Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal, 4391
  • Place, Salt Rock Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Thompson's Bay Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Ballito Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Room (Protea)

Room (Protea)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
Patio
Air-conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Room (Fleur)

Fleur

Highlights

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

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Standard Room (Lavender)

Standard Room (Lavender)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room (Mimosa)

Standard Room (Mimosa)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Rose)

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

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Standard Room

Sunflower

Highlights

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

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

  • ‪Butcher Boys - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Salt Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fig Tree - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Casa Bella - ‬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
  • In-room 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

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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.