Chartwell Guest House

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast with free parking, near Umhlanga Rocks Beach

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Luxury Double or Twin Room
Luxury Double or Twin Room
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Dining

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$88
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov

Explore the area

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88 Chartwell Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320
  • Place, Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Lighthouse
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Gateway Theatre of Shopping
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • 41 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Budget Suite

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

uMhlanga

At Chartwell Guest House you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Umhlanga Lighthouse. Highlights at this B&B include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class uMhlanga B&B include Durban Beach and uShaka Marine World.

What's nearby

  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Umhlanga Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Legacy Yard - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Barón - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Little Havana - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Steak & Ale - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Chartwell Guest House

Bed & breakfast with free parking, near Umhlanga Rocks Beach
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Chartwell Guest House. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star uMhlanga bed & breakfast.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Chartwell Guest House offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. 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

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; ZAR 100 for adults and ZAR 50 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; 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 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: ZAR 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 44 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 100 for adults and from ZAR 50 for children
  • Pet fee: ZAR 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Chartwell Guest House?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Chartwell Guest House?

As of 28 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chartwell Guest House on 31 Oct 2025 start from AU$88.3, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Chartwell Guest House?

Yep, Chartwell Guest House has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Chartwell Guest House?

Yep, Chartwell Guest House is a short 12-minute walk from Umhlanga Rocks Beach.

Does Chartwell Guest House have a pool?

Chartwell Guest House has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 24 hours.

Does Chartwell Guest House serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is served weekdays between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Chartwell Guest House?

No, Chartwell Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Chartwell Guest House?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Chartwell Guest House's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Chartwell Guest House?

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