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McAllisters on 8th

4.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse with spa services and an outdoor pool

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Front of property
Restaurant
1 bedroom, minibar, bed sheets
Reception
Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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11 8th Avenue, Berea, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4001
  • Place, Florida Road
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Durban Botanical Gardens
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Durban Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Outdoor pool

Double Rooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, bed sheets

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Durban

Located in Windermere, McAllisters on 8th is next to Florida Road and African Art Centre. This 5-room, 4-star guesthouse has a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Florida Road - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Durban Botanical Gardens - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Durban Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glenwood Bakery Bagels - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Doughed Woodfired Dining Experiences - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sofra İstanbul - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Joop's Place - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Butcher Boys - ‬2 min walk

About this property

McAllisters on 8th

Suburban guesthouse with spa services and an outdoor pool
McAllisters on 8th offers an outdoor pool, meeting rooms, and spa services. There's free parking, as well as an airport shuttle for a fee (available 24 hours). Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide tour or ticket assistance. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a garden.
30-inch LCD TVs offer entertainment. Refrigerators, microwaves, and minibars are also available. Limited housekeeping is available.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 120 for adults and ZAR 120 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures

More

  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Due to drought conditions, water restrictions may apply at this property until further notice.

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately ZAR 120 for adults and ZAR 120 for children

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to McAllisters on 8th?

This guesthouse is situated in Windermere, just steps from Florida Road and African Art Centre, and within a short walk of St. Mary's. You'll also find Royal Durban Golf Club and Greyville Race Course less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at McAllisters on 8th?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Is there a spa at McAllisters on 8th?

Spa services at the guesthouse include mani/pedis, body treatments, and facials.

Does McAllisters on 8th feature a casino on the premises?

No, McAllisters on 8th doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at McAllisters on 8th?

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

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at McAllisters on 8th?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a minibar as well as an outdoor pool and a restaurant.

Does McAllisters on 8th have a hot tub?

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

Does McAllisters on 8th feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, McAllisters on 8th serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does McAllisters on 8th allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at McAllisters on 8th.

Does McAllisters on 8th have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from McAllisters on 8th?

The closest major airport to McAllisters on 8th is King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR), which is 20 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at McAllisters on 8th?

No, at McAllisters on 8th, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

McAllisters on 8th Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nadine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There should be a B&B option - as the portion of the breakfast is a bit small yet the mini snack buffet set up is real cute.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Imraan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very good

Stay was good. Shower 🚿 head needs some attention. Leaking. Mattress needs to be changed slowly caving in in the centre. Sleeper couch mattress is horrendous. Sleeper couch was grubby. Needs a good clean. Overall the place was spotlessly clean. Came across 1 cockroach. Pool was good. Cleaning staff and security are very pleasant. Front desk not sufficiently manned.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moegamat Rashid

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Promise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yusuf

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Imraan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

My stay

Staff were very friendly. The bath mat was very grubby. Carpet in the room is very stained and the throw on the bed didn't appear to be very clean. Also the 1 cushion was extremely grubby.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jenna

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Imraan

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

Excellent!

Our stay was amazing. Room was ready early and was spotlessly clean. Staff were helpful and friendly. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

William

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

Great location on Florida Road

Great location and easy to find everything we needed nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Spa service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018