Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, a short walk to Umhlanga Rocks Beach

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Exterior
Family Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Restaurant
Restaurant
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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30 Braemar Avenue, La Lucia, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4051
  • Place, Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Gateway Theatre of Shopping
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite

  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

uMhlanga

Located within a leisurely stroll of Umhlanga Rocks Beach, Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel is within a few miles (5 km) of Beachwood Golf Course. This 15-room, 4-star guesthouse has a restaurant along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Umhlanga Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fabrica - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Al Firenze - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KAUAI - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chunky’s Burger Company - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel

Guesthouse with free parking, a short walk to Umhlanga Rocks Beach
At Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a meeting room. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available on request) for ZAR 300 per vehicle one way. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and plasma TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves are also available.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 180 for adults and ZAR 180 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • 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.
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk hours vary at this property
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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 250.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 180 for adults and ZAR 180 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 300 per vehicle (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 250.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. 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.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

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

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel?

Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel on Oct 16, 2025 start from $55.65, 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 can I see within easy reach of Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel?

This guesthouse is located in uMhlanga within a short 8-minute walk of Umhlanga Rocks Beach. You'll also find Durban Beach and Gateway Theatre of Shopping within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel feature a casino?

No, Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel?

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

Is Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel.

Does Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

How far is the airport from Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel?

The closest major airport to Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel is King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR), which is 13.7 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer a balcony where guests can enjoy garden or resort views.

Does Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel.