Royston Hall Guesthouse

4.0 star property
Upscale bed & breakfast in Port Shepstone with free parking

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Comfort Suite, 1 Double Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
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Property entrance
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Comfort Suite, 1 Double Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Check out the area

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Lot 949 Royston Lane Umtentweni, Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal, 4235
  • Popular LocationPort Shepstone Lighthouse7 min drive
  • Popular LocationUmtentweni Beach11 min drive
  • Popular LocationUvongo Beach26 min drive
  • AirportDurban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)90 min drive

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Room options

Comfort Suite, 1 Double Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Romantic Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 388 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Exclusive Suite

  • 366 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, River View (Master)

  • 376 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Panoramic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Mountainside

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Port Shepstone

Royston Hall Guesthouse places you 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Port Shepstone Lighthouse. This 6-room, 4-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Port Shepstone Lighthouse - 7 min drive
  • Umtentweni Beach - 11 min drive
  • Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve - 25 min drive
  • Uvongo Beach - 26 min drive
  • Margate Beach - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • The nearest major airports are:<br />Margate (MGH): 20-min drive, 15.2 mi/24.5 km<br /> King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR): 91-min drive, 93.9 mi/151.1 km<br /> <p>The preferred airport is King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR). </p>

Restaurants

  • KFC - 8 min drive
  • KFC - 8 min drive
  • Nando's - 7 min drive
  • KFC - 7 min drive
  • Wimpy - 7 min drive

About this property

Royston Hall Guesthouse

Upscale bed & breakfast in Port Shepstone with free parking
At Royston Hall Guesthouse, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a meeting room. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Dry cleaning/laundry services make packing light an option. Additional amenities include a library, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, designer toiletries, and slippers. Coffee makers and safes are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool.

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

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Books
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • 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
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1902
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Royston Hall Guesthouse B&B Port Shepstone
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Royston Hall Guesthouse?

Royston Hall Guesthouse offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Royston Hall Guesthouse?

As of May 15, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royston Hall Guesthouse on May 16, 2024 start from $75.64, 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.

What's there to do close to Royston Hall Guesthouse?

This bed & breakfast is located in Port Shepstone, close to Port Shepstone Lighthouse and Umtentweni Beach.

Is there parking available at Royston Hall Guesthouse?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Royston Hall Guesthouse have a casino at the property?

No, Royston Hall Guesthouse doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Royston Hall Guesthouse?

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

Is Royston Hall Guesthouse a good place to stay for couples?

This riverfront bed u0026 breakfast offers many amenities for couples such as an outdoor pool and private dining with some guestrooms featuring fireplaces.

Does Royston Hall Guesthouse have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Royston Hall Guesthouse have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Royston Hall Guesthouse doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Royston Hall Guesthouse allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Royston Hall Guesthouse.

Are there connecting rooms at Royston Hall Guesthouse?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

What is the closest airport to Royston Hall Guesthouse?

The closest major airport to Royston Hall Guesthouse is Margate (MGH), which is 15.2 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Royston Hall Guesthouse?

Yes, some guestrooms at this bed u0026 breakfast offer either a furnished balcony or a furnished patio where guests can enjoy river or valley views.

Royston Hall Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Coert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best guesthouse in Natal
Excellent service. Kind owners. Luxury rooms. Best breakfast in town. Strongly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Irena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
For the amount I paid for my stay it was definitely worth that. Enjoyed the bird life.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

2/10 Terrible

Rosemarie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
NOT 4 STAR NEEDS MUCH TLC
Our booking was done based on the pictures on Hotels.com. The drive down to the house is a bit narrow and steep which was ok in the day but not so sure at night. On arrival we walked around the house to find the office and was asked if we were early. Lizette checked and said the room was ready and asked us to sign in. After doing so we were taken to our room with the first visit being to the toilet after a long drive. There were still faeces in the toilet and the bathroom had not been cleaned. Told Lizette who called the maid who apparently was new. Then found that actually the room had not been serviced, linen not changed etc. Also the glass of the door leading to the balcony was broken and she said there may be some wind noise. No offer to cover the broken glass. The area around the pool was plain concrete and the lounges rusted. The patio was dusty and generally the place needed a lot of cleaning and TLC. By this time any rustic magic was gone and we cancelled and found alternative accommodation. Lizette's comment was "oh well we will have another booking within the hour" so guess she was not perturbed !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Tim, South Africa

Disliked: Staff & service
Difficult to Find
I had booked this lodging as a stopover en route to St. Francis Bay. The house is very difficult to find even with GPS, down a narrow, badly potholed lane. The room was okay, but no toiletries (e,g shampoo) provided, and the only soap had obviously been used by previous guests! The house did not provide dinner. I asked the owners for suggestions on restaurants and drove around looking for them but never fund them as instructions were so vague. Had minimal sleep as my room did not have blackout curtains and there was a bright security light outside that kept me awake. I left before breakfast. Considering the high price, I would never recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolute gem of a find!
Quite remote, which adds to its charm- a little like stepping back in time but with all the mod-cons. Very very welcoming owners and staff - would love to have stayed much longer. Magnificent views and surroundings are outstanding- tropical gardens and a birdwatching paradise. Will definitely be back !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jo, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delightful retreat
We arrived at this oasis of tranquillity on the day of a family funeral. However we were greeted warmly, our room was ready and we were made to feel very welcome. We spent a lovely afternoon sitting in the grounds of the guesthouse, listening to the birds whilst we sipped our tea and read. Later on when we were trying to organise a taxi to take us to a local restaurant for supper without success; our host, Ria, offered to drive us herself and collect us later when we had finished our meal. It was an extremely kind gesture, especially considering the circumstances. The following morning we were served a delicious breakfast on the veranda. The service, food and location were perfect. Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

richard, france

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An almost unique experience, but a good one
A historic house in an amazing setting.This is living in the grand style. Breakfast, served by a charming young lady, was excellent.

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is a very relaxing and peaceful environment with very good hosts and staff who make you feel welcome. The breakfasts were innovative and tasty as was the dinner. It is a beautiful setting and the atmosphere has been retained. .

8/10 Good

SteveH, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historical house
Just like an english manor house with great period features. Spectacular river views. Room was delightful with period furniture and a good size. The hosts are delightful and very friendly. It was a shame we could only stay one night.

8/10 Good

Brent , Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
lovely setting and lovely old mansion; great food and service from extremely helpful hosts.