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Manaar House

Bed & breakfast in uMhlanga with an outdoor pool and a hot tub

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Double Room, Kitchenette | View from room
Double room with shower | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Spa
Terrace/patio
Daily buffet breakfast (ZAR 95 per person)

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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16 Manaar Road, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4319
  • Place, Umhlanga Main Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Lighthouse
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Double room with shower | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Double room with shower

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Apartment (Self Catering) | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Luxury Apartment (Self Catering)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Double Room, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Double Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

uMhlanga

Manaar House is a short stroll from Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail and Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve. This 4-room bed & breakfast has a bar/lounge along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe 1999 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪African Roots Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casa Bella - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Radisson Blu - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Manaar House

Bed & breakfast in uMhlanga with an outdoor pool and a hot tub
Guests staying at Manaar House enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available on request) for ZAR 300 per vehicle one way. A multilingual staff is on hand to assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include express check-out, free newspapers, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and Select Comfort beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Other amenities include balconies or patios, refrigerators, and minibars.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

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

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 95 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 16 and younger (only guests older than 16 are allowed)

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 95 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 300 per vehicle (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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The bed & breakfast can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • 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.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Manaar
Manaar House
Manaar House B&B
Manaar House B&B Umhlanga
Manaar House Umhlanga
Manaar House Umhlanga
Manaar House Bed & breakfast
Manaar House Bed & breakfast Umhlanga

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near Manaar House?

This bed & breakfast is located in uMhlanga, a short 13-minute walk from Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail and also 19 minutes on foot from Umhlanga Main Beach. You'll also find Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Umhlanga Lighthouse within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Manaar House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does Manaar House include a casino on the premises?

No, Manaar House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Manaar House?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

Is Manaar House good for couples?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a comfy mattress and a minibar as well as a bar.

Does Manaar House have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Manaar House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Manaar House offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Manaar House allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Manaar House.

Does Manaar House have connecting rooms?

Yes, this bed & breakfast has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Manaar House?

The closest major airport to Manaar House is King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR), which is 13.3 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Manaar House?

Yes, every guestroom at Manaar House comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or pool views.

Manaar House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

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

Amazing holiday

Very comfortable apartment, perfect for family of 4. Very clean and friendly hosts and staff, highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

brad

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Disappointed...

We were welcomed by a lovely member of the management and able to check in slightly earlier which we appreciated. The place itself has a lovely garden and nice pool but bare in mind the photos do make it look better - at least in our case. We booked the self catering unit which is bit tired looking and has a musty, grandma-ish smell which we couldn’t get rid of despite opening terrace and main doors. I feel like sofas especially need replacing. Bathroom was lovely and we had plenty of fresh towels (some with holes though). The B&B part might be nicer? We were looking forward to using the hot tub but it had a damp, musty smell as well and wasn’t very clean inside. Overall the places was slightly overpriced and wouldn’t book it again. Oh and I found a slug in the kitchen on the day of checking-in lol. Staff was very lovely and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Aurelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service in a nice location with easy access to main attractions. Hosts were lovely and the apartment was larger then expected and very comfortable. Looking forward to my return. Great wifi as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anton

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

Awesome

Was overall a great stay, from welcome, to quality accomadation, firendly staff and value for money
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Joe

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

Super Stay

If you are lucky enough to get a room at Manaar, you are bound to find a perfectly great stay. Hermann will take care of you like you are a long lost family member - I extended my stay twice during my time there, and right until my departure Hemann kept smiling and kept doing absolutely everything to make a long stay into a flawless one. The room was not overly decorated but incredibly neat and safe with lovely features and treasures in the fridge. Breakfast was great and made perfectly to order just about like everything else. If you like being treated like a friend visiting when you are away from home than this is probably the best choice you can make. 11/10 for Manaar.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

A comfortable safe place to stay

wonderful stay at the Manaar house. Arriving extremely late we were greeted with smiles and shown to our lovely room. Everyone was very helpful and generous which helped make our stay comfortable from a delicious breakfast to advice on where to head off for a day. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to return as Umhlanga is breathtaking.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Outstanding again - will return

Second stay here, still outstanding. Superb service, excellent breakfast, great overall condition. Will definitely return.

10/10 Excellent

Robert, cape town

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

a quiet and friendly guest houe

very friendly welcome Comfortable and quiet place to stay very convenient for our travelplans

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice room with ocean view

I stayed here for two days at the end of a three week South Africa trip. The room was big and comfortable and there is an outdoor space. You can see the ocean in the distance and the host, Hermann, was great! Very friendly and attentive and always happy to help and answer questions. The guest house is a little distance from the beach and Umhlanga so I recommend you have a car. Shops and beach are only a 5 minute drive away though and Durban airport is super close.

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

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

8/10 Good

Garry, Toowoomba

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

Pleasant Environment to Spend a Few Days

Very enjoyable stay. If staying more than one night the self contained accommodation is more roomy. Great hosts who can't do enough to assist their guests.

8/10 Good

Gail, Toowoomba

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

Pleasant B & B experience

Very pleasant B&B with lots of personal touches, attractive decor and hospitable hosts. Short taxi drive to Umlanga beachfront and Gateway shopping centre. Stay in the self contained accommodation if staying for longer than a night, where there is a lot more bedroom space. Large bathrooms with plenty of space. Great breakfast choices. Taxi to King Shaka airport costs approx $250.

10/10 Excellent

Ruan

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

10/10 Excellent

Janette, London

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

Lovely B&B

It was a wonderful place to stay- the room is great with a fantastic mattress, the room is dark at night and the bathroom a delight. Everyone is very friendly and helpful, the garden is very pretty and the food delicious. Will definitely stay there again. Janette

10/10 Excellent

Jerome, Pretoria

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

Family and budget friendly weeklong stay

Went down to Durban for a work conference, the wife and kids joined me to enjoy some time at the beach. The self-catering lofted apartment had space enough for all of us and the kids were able to sleep quietly in their own separate room. It is a charming location with a super fast drive to the beach, dining and shopping. The hosts were very friendly and always ready with advice on places to eat or things to do, they even helped us with baby-sitting service one night so mom and dad could get out for a date night. We would go back again.

10/10 Excellent

Martin Tubby, USA

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

Return to Manaar House

Simply put, Excellent value for money!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely place with perfect service!

Fantastic B&B, lovely surroundings and the hosts were really friendly and welcoming. I would not hesitate to recommend it!

10/10 Excellent

Mona, Seattle, WA

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

Wonderful B&B and great staff

I booked this location based on reviews that I read and I am so happy that I did. Tina was SOOO friendly and accommodating. She helped me back into our parking space given that I wasn't used to driving on the left side of the car, had a taxi pick us up and had dinner reservations all within the first 30 mins of us getting there. The B&B was charming and the beds and bathroom were so nice. Breakfast was also very good. I would totally recommend it to anyone who was going to that area.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Very nice Bed and Breakfast in a quiet residential

Excellent hosts and very comfortable room

10/10 Excellent

RG, Jhb

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

Fantastic service

Very hospitable - great stay

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Small friendly B&B/hotel

The managers of the hotel are really friendly, welcoming and helpful, and we enjoyed passing the time with them and benefitting from their expertise and knowledge of Africa, the wildlife, the local area etc. The duplex was very nicely appointed and spacious, clean and comfortable. It was a gentle and safe 15 minute walk to the beach with local shops just a short walk further on so not too difficult for us to get supplies as we didn't have a car. There was also a pool and jaccuzzi next to a comfortable lounge area in the garden which we enjoyed.

10/10 Excellent

Tommie and Agnieszka

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

Very comfortable stay

My partner and I stayed 2 nights at Manaar House and had a great stay, the room was very comfortable and clean with a nice kitchen area and outside seating area and a great shower. The owners were very welcoming and very helpful, they showed us what was around the area, helped us find the correct airport as we nearly went to the wrong one!!! and held our bags after check out for us. The location was great close to the gateway shopping complex, which is huge, close to the lovely beach and town of Umhlanga and close driving distance to Durban. Our room had a private entrance so we were not disturbing any other guests coming or going. Would stay again for sure.

8/10 Good

marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Les hôtes sont très gentils et au petit soins . Le petit-déjeuner est simple et la chambre que nous avons eu un peut bruyante car la route était pas loin..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019