The Capital Pearls

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Deluxe Studio | Beach/ocean view
Children's play area - outdoor
Deluxe Studio | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool

Explore the area

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6 Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320
  • Place, Umhlanga Lighthouse
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Gateway Theatre of Shopping
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 968 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony

  • 1614 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 807 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • 807 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Studio, Balcony

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio

  • 323 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Studio, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

uMhlanga

Umhlanga Lighthouse is a short stroll from The Capital Pearls, and other popular attractions like Umhlanga Rocks Beach are within a mile (2 km). This 70-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Röcker - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪African Roots Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Radisson Blu - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Casa Bella - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Capital Pearls

Beach hotel with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool
The Capital Pearls offers an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub. There's free parking, as well as an airport shuttle for a fee (available 24 hours). Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with concierge services, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a business center, a meeting room, and a terrace.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
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

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 285 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 500.0 per night
  • 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 285 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 500.0 per night

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 fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.

Property is also known as

Capital Pearls Aparthotel Umhlanga
Capital Pearls Aparthotel
Capital Pearls Umhlanga
Capital Pearls
The Capital Pearls Hotel
The Capital Pearls Umhlanga
The Capital Pearls Hotel Umhlanga

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Capital Pearls?

The Capital Pearls offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near The Capital Pearls?

Located steps from Oceans Mall, this hotel is in uMhlanga, and within a 10-minute walk of Umhlanga Main Beach and Umhlanga Lighthouse. You'll also find Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Capital Pearls?

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

Does The Capital Pearls feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Capital Pearls doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Capital Pearls?

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

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Capital Pearls?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Capital Pearls?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does The Capital Pearls feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Capital Pearls serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Capital Pearls allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Capital Pearls though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Capital Pearls?

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

Where is the closest airport to The Capital Pearls?

The closest major airport to The Capital Pearls is King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR), which is 11 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Capital Pearls?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy ocean or city views.

Reviews

The Capital Pearls Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 299 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 299 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 299 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 299 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 299 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ismail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tumelo

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nishal

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff are great and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
More than happy with the service, cleaning, menu, and facilities. 5min walk to ocean and restaurants strip …
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

ALEXANDRE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Noise in hallway all day for repairs. Room was smaller than portrayed on the reservation site. Average yet costly breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zeyn

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sakhiwo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dinias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Byron

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

feizal

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Air conditioning to loud
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great locations with everything on your doorstep
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ambigay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient location to shopping, beach and restaurants. Rate was outstanding. The lifts at the center of the hotel to our floor was closed off. This was inconvenient. Parking is undercover and great.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Andre

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

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

Near beach

Fantastic place to stay. A bit busy during high season but overall great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nobuhle, Santa Ana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sea breeze.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aamirah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great, the room was very nice with balcony and sea view. I did not like the unnecessary security and on two occasions could not access the floor my room was on because the card had to be reset
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roshnee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024