Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse

5.0 star property
Guesthouse in Durban North with an outdoor pool and a bar

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Front of property - evening/night
Deluxe Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished
Lounge
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
24 Savell Avenue, Glenashley, Durban North, KwaZulu-Natal, 4051
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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Room options

Luxury King Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Queen Room

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Durban North

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Umhlanga Rocks Beach, Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse is within 3 miles (5 km) of Beachwood Golf Course. This 6-room, 5-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Umhlanga Hospital - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company Virginia Circle - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kalamata Kouzina - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Fábrica Sunningdale - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Checkers - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse

Guesthouse in Durban North with an outdoor pool and a bar
At Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. There's free parking, as well as an airport shuttle (available on request). Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide luggage storage. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and designer toiletries. Dining areas, sitting areas, and refrigerators are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 180 to 250 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Breakfast fee: approximately ZAR 180 to 250 per person

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
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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-10:00 AM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available on request), 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • 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:

  • 24-hour pool access
  • 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.

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse?

This guesthouse is located in Durban North, close to Umhlanga Rocks Beach, Gateway Theatre of Shopping, and Umhlanga Lighthouse. You'll also find Durban Beach and Golden Mile within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse?

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

Does Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse feature a casino on the premises?

No, Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this guesthouse, including a minibar and a turndown service in each accommodation with some featuring ocean views.

Are there hot tubs at Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse feature private spa tubs.

Does Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse offers breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse.

Are there connecting rooms at Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse?

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

How far is the airport from Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse?

The closest major airport to Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse is King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR), which is 13.8 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse.

Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 30 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Morne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Morne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bar could be better stocked and managed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mboneni Innocent

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

Amazing

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

NHLAKANIPHO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

NORMAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the hotel was amazing. it's out of the way, but if that's okay with you, i strongly suggest staying here...
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Luka

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

The Majestic Sanchia

The Sanchia Luxury Guest house is more than a home from home. Needful to mention is the warm and genuine welcome ushered to us by the senior lady who looks after guests. The breakfast muesli she prepared for us was to die for. Fantastic place to stay!!!!!!!!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

Terrific breakfast

Breakfast was really good. Room was nice. Hard to find and not close to many restaurants.

10/10 Excellent

Lizeka, Port Elizabeth

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

Quality Service

This was great guest house it comes as promise would recommend

2/10 Terrible

N A

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

10/10 Excellent

Len, Roodepoort

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

Great Relaxing stay

Great - Thk you to staff!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very unimpressed

Not what was advertised, facility was nmade out to more more that we found,

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Wonderful stay. Staff were very polite and helpful. Room clean & neat.

6/10 Okay

Khumo, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Nice place but service could be better

Stayed at the guesthouse for 2 nights. Some of the staff were friendly but not all of them. We experienced loadshedding early one evening and the lady on duty did not bother offering us candles or the rechargeable lights. We had to go ask for lights. Breakfast took too long to prepare in the mornings.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Nice Guesthouse, but not 5 star

Overall we had a nice stay. The staff is welcoming and the grounds are well kept. I am not sure if "guesthouses" operate on a different star rating than regular hotels, but if you would benchmark this with a Hilton property it does not measure up. The towels seemed old and there were issues with alarm noises during our stay, which made it hard to get to rest. Also the staff started prepping breakfast at 4 am or so and you could hear the dishes, we continued to sleep, but someone who cannot fall back asleep easily might have a rough time. Also, you need a car or use Uber/taxis since this is just a residential area. We had a car and to the main beachfront it is about 12 min drive. I think is also about expectations and value, if the place had a 4 star rating I would have not written this review at all. But don't expect a 5 star experience like a major hotel chain would offer i.e. fluffy towels, robes, spacious rooms, easy to adjust room temp etc. Breakfast was nice and staff is nice as well.

10/10 Excellent

Siboniso, RSA

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

excllent hospitality

We had a great stay with an excllent hospitality and friendly staff.

10/10 Excellent

Simon, Johannesburg

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

Homely and comfortable

Great guest house with friendly staff and amazing breakfast!! Close to umhlanga and gateway. Would certainly return.

10/10 Excellent

Kate, indiana

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

Provita was amazing! So gracious kind abe fun

We were upgraded to a luxury room, waited on hand and foot and could not have asked for better service! Because the taxi was a bit late taking us into town one day the manager comp'd our transfer to the airport. Elegant surroundings in a small European style B&B. I would highly recommend the Sanchia!!!

8/10 Good

Michael, London, UK

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

Overall a very nice guest house.....

The guest house generally lives up to its description. Rooms are comfortable although rooms mpst rooms open directly into the pool side area so lack the privacy of a normal room - you have to draw the curtains for that! Breakfast was freshly made each day with a good selections. Staff are helpfull if asked although they dont volunteer any help. Location was handy for Umslanga and plenty of restaurants as well as close to airport. Constantly barking dogs nearby can get a a little wearing - but keeping the air con on drowns it out.

4/10 Poor

Keith, Johannesburg

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

King-sized bed not provided

The booking was made late October for the last week of the year. The booking specified a luxury room with a king-sized bed. The room offered had a queen-sized bed. The room itself did not reach my expectation of a luxury standard room. It was spartan and smelled of damp. The towels were of poor quality and the small melamine dressing table was chipped. The reception area had a chair whose arms were split and the desk was untidy and not giving the impression f a professionally run operation. Ordering breakfast was on a slip of paper to be handed in by 21:00 the night before. when our unhappiness was reported to the receptionist, she called the owner and we were told that s/he would come later that evening. we insisted that s/he came immediately. The owner came immediately, recognised our disappointment and offered an immediate and full refund which we accepted even though we had nowhere to stay. We were surprised that this guest house achieved a 5 star rating.

8/10 Good

Chrissy, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay at the Sanchia Guesthouse. Staff are very welcoming and do everything that they can to make stay comfortable. The daily breakfast was amazing. Only thing that would have made stay better is if room had a phone and an iron. Otherwise definitely worth the price and great environment and beautiful ocean view.

10/10 Excellent

Paul, England

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

Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse

We had a wonderful stay at the Sanchia Guesthouse. They arranged transport to and from the airport for us and couldn't have been more helpful and friendly. The room was beautiful and the huge jaccuzi bath was thoroughly enjoyed after 24 hours of travelling. Breakfast was delicious and overall we would give 5 stars. Highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

I found this GEM.

I found this GEM in a Durban that has many "sub standard" guesthouses. Very comfortable and clean. The breakfast was exceptional! I will be back.

10/10 Excellent

Graham, Newport

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

Very nice property

Was there on business for a week. The owner went out of his way to ensure we had all we needed. It's a nice place but you would need a car to get places. There is a supermarket across the road and a fish restaurant.