At Hillside Guesthouse you'll be 0.4 km (0.3 mi) from Umhlanga Rocks Beach and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve. Highlights at this guest house include an outdoor swimming pool, free continental breakfast and in-room kitchenettes. .This business-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class uMhlanga guest house include Gateway Theatre of Shopping and Durban Beach.
Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Cafe 1999 - 11 min walk
Marco's - 11 min walk
The Chef's Table - 11 min walk
Tiki Tonga Coffee Roasters - 9 min walk
Steak & Ale - 8 min walk
About this property
Hillside Guesthouse
Guesthouse with free breakfast, 5-minute walk to Umhlanga Rocks Beach
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Hillside Guesthouse. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star uMhlanga guest house.
5 guestrooms or units
Continental breakfast (free)
Towels for the beach
Poolside lounge chairs
Umbrellas for the pool
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Staff members are multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Front desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Terrace
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
Outdoor picnic space
Newspapers in lobby (free)
Smoking in designated areas
Hillside Guesthouse offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3.5-star guest house has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Beach towels
Garden
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible parking
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Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Egyptian cotton sheets
Bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bathtub and shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
LED TV with premium channels
Food and drink
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
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Air conditioning
Desk
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property 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 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not 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 350 per vehicle (one-way)
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, debit cards and cash.
We should mention
Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Property is also known as
Hillside Guesthouse Umhlanga
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Hillside Guesthouse?
Hillside Guesthouse offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at Hillside Guesthouse?
As of 10 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hillside Guesthouse on 11 Dec 2025 start from AU$171.33, 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 Hillside Guesthouse?
Yep, Hillside Guesthouse has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Hillside Guesthouse?
Yep, Hillside Guesthouse is a short 5-minute walk from Umhlanga Rocks Beach.
Does Hillside Guesthouse have a pool?
Hillside Guesthouse has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.
Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Hillside Guesthouse?
No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.
Does Hillside Guesthouse serve breakfast?
You bet, free continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hillside Guesthouse?
No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.
What time are check-in & check-out at Hillside Guesthouse?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.