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Garden Court Umhlanga

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Bar (on property)
Front of property - evening/night
Exterior
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Free daily English breakfast

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Cnr Aurora Drive And Centenary Boulevard, uMhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4319
  • Place, Gateway Theatre of Shopping
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Hospital
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room (Non Smoking) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room (Non Smoking)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room Premium Non Smoking | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room Premium Non Smoking

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

uMhlanga

Garden Court Umhlanga places you within a 5-minute walk of KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board and Gateway Theatre of Shopping. This 204-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Umhlanga Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nespresso Gateway - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Surf Riders - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪KAUAI - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pak Kai - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Garden Court Umhlanga

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center
Garden Court Umhlanga features an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a 24-hour gym. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 250 per person one way. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a computer station.
TVs come with digital channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Minibars, coffee makers, and safes are other standard amenities.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

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

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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
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Mnandi
  • Ukuphela

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 250 per person (one way)

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 and debit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 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.
  • 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 debit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No alcohol is served at Garden Court Umhlanga.
  • No rollaway or extra 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

Garden Court Umhlanga Hotel Durban
Garden Court Umhlanga Hotel
Garden Court Umhlanga Durban
Garden Court Umhlanga Hotel
Garden Court Umhlanga Umhlanga
Garden Court Umhlanga Hotel Umhlanga

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Garden Court Umhlanga?

Located steps from KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board, this hotel is in uMhlanga, and within a 10-minute walk of Gateway Theatre of Shopping and Ster-Kinekor Gateway. You'll also find Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Umhlanga Lighthouse within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Garden Court Umhlanga?

As of Dec 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Garden Court Umhlanga on Dec 11, 2025 start from $129.42, 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 there parking available at Garden Court Umhlanga?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at Garden Court Umhlanga?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does Garden Court Umhlanga include a casino at the property?

No, Garden Court Umhlanga doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Garden Court Umhlanga?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Garden Court Umhlanga?

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

Are there hot tubs at Garden Court Umhlanga?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Garden Court Umhlanga have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Garden Court Umhlanga serves free English breakfast at Mnandi each morning.

Does Garden Court Umhlanga allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Garden Court Umhlanga.

Are there connecting rooms at Garden Court Umhlanga?

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

How close is the airport from Garden Court Umhlanga?

The closest major airport to Garden Court Umhlanga is King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR), which is 11.9 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Garden Court Umhlanga?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Garden Court Umhlanga.

Reviews

Garden Court Umhlanga Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 57 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elrond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bina, Kyalami

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Natashia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed haniff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Zanele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warren Christopher

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

Great Hospitality

Very comfortable stay , friendly staff, breakfast buffet was superb
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nhlanhla Mavis

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yanga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANSHUL

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Wenley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

neelandran

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thandekile soyingwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s good value for money
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francois

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

KishoreKumar

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

A 5 star stay

Excellent stay! Have stayed recently at a so called 5star Hotel and was not happy. My stay Garden court felt like a 5star hotel. Good food, super clean and pleasant staff!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Akash

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

JAYNAND BHARATH SINGH

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thobi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

RADFORD

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING AND RELAXING
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Donald

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Mamolepe Scynet

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

ANNIE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The room was well cleaned and presented a good atmosphere, however, the shower ‘s drainage was not that good.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

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