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Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse

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Outdoor banquet area
Lounge
Exterior detail
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
Suite (Manor)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
4 June - 5 June

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62 Forest Drive, La Lucia, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4051
  • Place, Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Gateway Theatre of Shopping
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Main Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite (Manor) | Bathroom

Suite (Manor)

  • 175 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Honeymoon Suite (Forest Mahogany)

Honeymoon Suite (Forest Mahogany)

  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Suite | View from room

Family Suite

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

uMhlanga

A luxury stay in uMhlanga awaits you at Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse. You'll be within a 20-minute walk of Umhlanga Rocks Beach and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Umhlanga Lighthouse. Highlights at this boutique guest house include free cooked-to-order breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The guest house's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 5-property class uMhlanga guest house, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Oceans Mall and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Whalebone Pier.
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What's nearby

  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 2 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Durban Beach - 7 min drive - 11.2 km
  • uShaka Marine World - 17 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Legacy Yard - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Barón - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cacao Chocolate Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Al Firenze - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KAUAI - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse

There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and a meeting room are available. An outdoor pool, a library, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse. A round-trip airport shuttle and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star uMhlanga guest house.

  • 1 building
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Front desk safe
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. This uMhlanga guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a safe and complimentary bottles of water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hairdryers.

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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)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Archery
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • 7 private bathrooms
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Late check-in subject to availability

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available.

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 250.00 per vehicle (one way)
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

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 Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse?

Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse?

As of 27 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse on 4 June 2026 start from AU$140, including 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 Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse?

Yep, Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse?

Yep, Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse is a short 19-minute walk from Umhlanga Rocks Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing.

Does Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse have a pool?

Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 24 hours.

What makes Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse.

Is Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse is a hit with families.

Does Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse?

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

Are pets allowed at Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse?

No, pets are not allowed.

Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 100 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Aman

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Lovely guesthouse

What a lovely guesthouse. Host and staff were excellent. Our room was clean and spacious. Great breakfast, easy access to all restaurants and shops. We will return on our next visit to South Africa
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Omaha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ernest was a great host, very informative and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clifford

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

Tranquillity

Excellent place; clean and quiet. Perfect for business and leisure excursions
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely helpful staff who couldn't do enough for you and in a great area. Good breakfast every morning. Wonderful room
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Stay. Very friendly host
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Phil

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

Not disappointed!

Good value. We would have been happy to stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very well located B&B, with comfortable rooms, a good b/fast and a nice team running it. Good value for what you pay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

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

Vivien and Geoff

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Went to umphlanga to celebrate my dad's birthday and glad we stayed there . Beautiful rooms , great service lovely facilities. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

The Beverly Hills of Durban

The Forest Manor B&B is an oasis by the sea. We arrived to a welcoming and hospitable staff who was more than accommodating to our every need. While the overall stay, the daily breakfast, the ambiance and location were more than we could ask, the bathroom was not 100% clean on arrival. Staff quickly remedied the matter and we were not the least bit inconvenienced. Would absolutely stay there again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

mary joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They were so helpful and accommodating. We had problems with our rental car, so they secured us a taxi for our trip to the airport. This place was beautiful and comfortable. The breakfast and staff were wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Adzie, Canberra

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

Beautiful Guesthouse, close to beach & town centre

The guesthouse was very nice, great set up, felt very comfortable. Room was very spacious and clean. Service was fantastic and the facilities were great. About 10 mins walk to the beach and 30 to downtown uhlmaga. Would gladly stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dineo

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

loved it. it was quiet, serene and private

Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

shailendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was excellent. Will definitely go back

10/10 Excellent

Sybrand

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Fantastic BnB

The Forest Manor was fantastic. We booked the 2 bedroom family sweet (named Mikkwood). It was beautiful with great Air Con and a balcony. The pool was really nice. Breakfast was excellent and made to order and the WiFi was really strong. The best part of this hotel however was the staff. They were really helpful and let us keep the ro for a few hours longer due to a late flight out. The location is great, walk to the beach and a short drive/UBer to the Umhlanga village. I highly recommend this hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Dhayanandan

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely Guest House

Such a lovely Guest House and super friendly staff! All the comforts of home. Located close to a trendy shopping and restaurant district and also very close to the beach. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Siva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and clean guesthouse. Breakfast was good with a few options. only comment would be that you have to ring every time to get into the property
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jana, South Africa

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

Fabulous hotel

Best value for money. Exceptional attention to detail. We had a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Mohammad

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

Home where you’re away from home

You truly feel at home. Nice property, nice staff and clean rooms