The Estuary Hotel and Spa

3.0 star property
Waterfront hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Free daily English breakfast
Meeting facility
Courtyard
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Main Road R61, Kwazulu Natal, RSA, Port Edward, KwaZulu-Natal, 4295
  • Glenmore Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Wild Coast Sun Casino
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • San Lameer Golf Course
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Margate (MGH)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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Room options

Classic Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Port Edward

The Estuary Hotel and Spa places you within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as Beaver Creek Coffee Estate and San Lameer Golf Course. This 44-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like a full-service spa and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Glenmore Beach - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Wild Waves Water Park - 10 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Wild Coast Sun Casino - 10 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Beaver Creek Coffee Estate - 11 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • San Lameer Golf Course - 14 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

  • Margate (MGH) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mac Banana - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Cow Shed - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Golden Moon Spur Steak Ranch - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bootleggerz Pub And Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Estuary Hotel and Spa

Waterfront hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast
Guests staying at The Estuary Hotel and Spa enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. Transportation is made easy with a free beach shuttle. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with securing valuables and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a conference center, a free kid's club, and an arcade/game room.
TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Balconies, sitting areas, and refrigerators are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Spa at The Estuary has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Free beach shuttle

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Fish Eagle Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free babysitting
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 50.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Estuary Hotel Port Edward
Estuary Hotel
Estuary Port Edward
The Estuary Hotel Spa
The Estuary Spa Port Edward
The Estuary Hotel and Spa Hotel
The Estuary Hotel and Spa Port Edward
The Estuary Hotel and Spa Hotel Port Edward

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to The Estuary Hotel and Spa?

This hotel is located in Port Edward, close to Glenmore Beach, Wild Coast Sun Casino, and Wild Waves Water Park. You'll also find Beaver Creek Coffee Estate and Port Edward Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Estuary Hotel and Spa?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Is there a spa at The Estuary Hotel and Spa?

Spa at The Estuary is the hotel's spa and services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, couples treatments, and detox wraps.

Does The Estuary Hotel and Spa have a casino?

No, The Estuary Hotel and Spa doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Estuary Hotel and Spa?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is The Estuary Hotel and Spa good for couples?

This waterfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and an ocean-view restaurant.

Does The Estuary Hotel and Spa have a hot tub?

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does The Estuary Hotel and Spa have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Estuary Hotel and Spa serves free English breakfast at Fish Eagle Restaurant each morning.

Will The Estuary Hotel and Spa allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at The Estuary Hotel and Spa.

Does The Estuary Hotel and Spa have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Estuary Hotel and Spa?

The closest major airport to The Estuary Hotel and Spa is Margate (MGH), which is 18 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Estuary Hotel and Spa?

Yes, every guestroom at The Estuary Hotel and Spa comes with a balcony with some featuring lagoon views.

Does The Estuary Hotel and Spa have a wedding venue?

There are wedding services available at The Estuary Hotel and Spa if that's in your vacation plans.

The Estuary Hotel and Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 39 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shamla

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was pleasant. A room for 3 only had 2 sets of cups and no spoons, 2 towels instead of 3. Had to call room service each time we required the 3rd set of above
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

T N

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Nice setting, not much to do....

1st Room allocated - Aircon did not work. 2nd room was lovely. We had poor internet service. Both breakfast meals we had to ask for some of the food that was on the menu but not served. Servings were generous.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Room comfort

Disappointing

The breakfast was not nice and wifi was very weak.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Horrible experience

Had to move rooms 3-times, The 1st was absolutely filthy which they agreed with us. 2nd, had insect poo falling through the ceiling messing the bedding etc which they couldnt fix an had to move us to the 3rd which had fresh paint smell clogging drains etc, had to just live this experience out
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Seluleko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was nice and chilled,we enjoyed ourselves
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

A slice of heaven

Gorgeous views Safe Relaxing pool area Included child entertainment (excellent and safe!) Jungle gyms Fantastic restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarika

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

Best Mini-vacation EVER

This was my first vacation with my kids and The Estuary Hotel and Spa went above and beyond to make our short stay both comfortable and relaxing. My kids were well entertained, had loads of fun and even refused to leave. I will definitely be going back for a longer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

A wonderful experience

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Navisha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mala

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

Peaceful place on South Coast

Hotel was amazing, Food was delicious, very peaceful, quiet place, staff friendly and helpful. Want to definitely go back for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Lourens

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

zanele

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

Pea careful and tranquil

It was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Puranthree

The room, food, scenery and activities was superb.Had a fantastic family holiday
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Beautiful setting and lovely staff.

The hotel itself is very charming and set in the most beautiful area. We had a lovely time and the breakfast was very good. Rooms were spacious and well kept but we did have a problem with flying ants and other bugs. Overall, a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice hotel but some staff members horrible reported to the management nothing done and it's a pity the hotel is nice
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Kamalsen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was okay for a overnight trip .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Samke

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Neliswa

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

The door lock was a problem, parking space wedding

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tembakazi

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

Our stay at Estuary

We loved it! The view was awesome!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

SARAH

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

Great

Very comfortable and relaxing People were friendly

10/10 Excellent

D

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

Dawah Family- The Estuary Hotel & Spa

Check in was quick and efficient. the room we were given the first night had a mouldy smell, which was efficiently taken car of in the morning and we were moved to another room. The meals at the hotel was great and we breakfast and dinner, even if we required an item that was not on the breakfast menu. My son who is 5 and half loaf the Kids club. The staff went out of they way to make sure we enjoyed our stay. we will definitely book at this hotel again.

2/10 Terrible

VN

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

Disgusted and extremely disappointed

When I arrived at check in, I was told that there was an outstanding balance on my account. I advised them that the accommodation was prepaid. I had booked for two adults and 2 children on the check in information sheet they only had it as 2 adults. The room was disappointing and this is definitely not a 4 star establishment. The bathroom had a strong smell of urine and the shower was dirty. The room had a problem with ants. We booked dinner at the hotel and had to wait an hour and a half for our food and when it did arrive the food was cold. There seemed to be a lot of arguing between the waiters and the chefs. A lot of guests ended up leaving without eating. The hotels.com confirmation states that the room has iron and ironing board facilities. On Sunday morning we called for a iron and ironing board. We were told that they do not give guest the iron and iron board but offer the service. My husband asked if there was a charge and was told there wasn't. When the lady gets to the door she tells us there is a fee of R6 per item. Because the clothes need ironing we had no choice but to give it in. This is misleading and I was extremely upset by this. I would never recommend this hotel to anyone and I am in the travel related industry.