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Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

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Lobby sitting area
Pool
Lobby lounge
Bar (on property)
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

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Protea Mall, Cnr Lighthouse and Chartwell Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320
  • Place, Umhlanga Lighthouse
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Main Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 190 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 190 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

uMhlanga

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga places you next to Oceans Mall and within a 10-minute walk of Whalebone Pier. This 269-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Oceans Mall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 1 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe 1999 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪African Roots Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Marco's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Radisson Blu - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hooters - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

Guests of Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and laundry facilities. If you drive, self parking is ZAR 55 per day, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 350 per vehicle one-way. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a water dispenser, a convenience store, and a porter/bellhop.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 43-inch LED TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other amenities include electric kettles, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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May 1 - May 2
Total with taxes and fees
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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
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 10 km
  • Self parking on site (ZAR 55 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 205 for adults and ZAR 205 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Lighthouse

Things to do

  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in bathtub (33 inches high)
  • Grab bar near toilet (33 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height counter and sink (28 inches high)
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (33 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 15 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1998
  • Designated smoking areas
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 500

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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 205 for adults and ZAR 205 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 350 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 125 (one-way), (from 1 to 15 years old)
  • Self parking fee: ZAR 55 per day
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 500 (subject to availability)

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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 parking (fees apply).

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.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 18 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit 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.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

Protea Hotel
Protea Hotel Marriott Durban Umhlanga
Protea Umhlanga
Umhlanga Protea Hotel
Protea Hotel Umhlanga Rocks
Protea
Hotel Umhlanga
Protea Marriott Durban Umhlanga
Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Hotel
Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Umhlanga
Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Hotel Umhlanga

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga?

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga?

As of Apr 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga on Apr 18, 2026 start from $110, including 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 is there to do within easy reach of Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga?

This hotel in uMhlanga is within a 10-minute walk of Umhlanga Lighthouse and Oceans Mall. You'll also find Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Umhlanga Main Beach less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga?

Yes, parking is offered for ZAR 55 per day. RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga include a casino on the premises?

No, Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include kitchenettes and ocean views.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga have a hot tub?

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

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Lighthouse.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga.

Are there connecting rooms at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How close is the airport from Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga?

The closest major airport to Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga is King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR), which is 10.5 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga.

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 258 out of 521 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 521 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 521 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 521 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 521 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trevonica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love the location of this hotel. The room was clean, big bathroom. Front desk very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ridwaan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Schalk

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless and the staff was exceptional! Would definitely recommend this hotel, the environment was amazing and they made us feel at home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Taahir

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes room was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Miliswa

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless and the staff extremely helpful.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Porters, bar staff and the team really went above and beyond. We only had 1 night but really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashlen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

robin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room and restaurants nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location. Well run hotel. Excellent stay... thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Donna

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay at the hotel was excellent very central of all restaurants and the mall. The only disappointment was they didn't offer lunch and dinner available at the hotel restaurant on Saturday. So we had to eat somewhere else. But overall a very nice Hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Werner

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The card door lock did not work on the first room I was given then moved to another room and this rooms card lock did not work as well. Maintenace came to attend to it, but it did not work for my entire stay and every time i wanted to enter the room i had to go down to reception and they had to accompany me to open the door.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Z

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Young

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Simangele

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Z

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel. Rooms were fantastic. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

nigel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carsten

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and new. Only thing missing are usb ports at the nightstands.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

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

So accomodating!

Lovely, comfortable one night stay. Staff were very friendly and most accomodating. When they noticed my elderly mother with us, we were offered a more suitable room to accomodate her needs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moonchul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

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

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