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Sylvan Grove Guest House

Suburban Umhlanga guesthouse with outdoor pool

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Front of property
Beach nearby
Reception
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Luxury Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

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49 Sylvan Grove, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4319

What's nearby

  • Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 8 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tiger's Milk - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Doppio Zero - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Spiaggia - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sylvan Grove Guest House

When you stay at Sylvan Grove Guest House, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Durban Beach. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling are nearby.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 6 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staffed during limited hours

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • Children (5 years old and younger) not allowed January-December
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas
  • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills
  • Free daily reception

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 5 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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Sylvan Grove Guest House Umhlanga
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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Sylvan Grove Guest House?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Sylvan Grove Guest House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Sylvan Grove Guest House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sylvan Grove Guest House?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Sylvan Grove Guest House?
No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Sibaya Casino (9-min drive) and Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (13-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Sylvan Grove Guest House and nearby?
Have fun with activities like kayaking, sailing, and scuba diving, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the guesthouse's other amenities, which include a garden.
What's the area around Sylvan Grove Guest House like?
Sylvan Grove Guest House is a short 18-minute walk from Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail and 18 minutes' walk from Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Good

OK but costly for an OK rating
It came at a high cost for 2 for what it had to offer
Chwayita, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

What a nice place to stay at.
I had a great stay and it feels like they truly want you to be there.
David, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sylvan Grove Guest House
A lovely home away from home. Welcomed by a very friendly Amanda and had a great nights rest in a clean and comfy room.
Glenda, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent B & B
Excellent stay. We stayed in the family room which had everything we needed. The manager and staf whenever we asked for advice or help could not be more helpful. I would definitely recommend this place
Dean, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Exactly what I needed whilst my husband was in hospital..... quiet, comfortable, clean and a delicious breakfast. Was disappointed in the TV programmes I couldn't get, but wasn't serious for me as I was chilling.
Beverley, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

All you could ask for & more!
Mary Alice, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Comfortable stay, good location
The room and bathroom we stayed in was spacious. The breakfast was well prepared and hearty. The location is great . The service is professional. If you are looking for a comfortable stay this is the place, but if you are looking for more character and a cosy atmosphere this might not be for you. I would suggest this more for the business traveller. In summer it could be better as it has a nice pool area.
Lize-Marie, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant stay.
A delightful manager Amanda who welcomed us. Peaceful and comfortable night with great breakfast.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Very Quiet Location
Although this is just a bed and breakfast establishment it is very good for short stays. With a "pet" taxi driver going into the town was not a problem.
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Additional charges of R1000+ at departure.
We booked via hotels.com. We booked for a family of three. We were charged online for the full amount, or so it stated on the receipt. At the end of our stay, we were given a charge of R1035.00 due to our son not being paid for. When queried, the manager stated that it has happened before, but failed to check this detail when we arrived, or better yet, before we departed! Terrible oversight of something that has happened on other occasions. This should be noted when a booking for 2 adults, and 1 child they need to physically check if the child has been paid for. This is an extra R1000+ that was never accounted for in our budget, and having known this from day 1, the staff should have surely given us advance warning. Especially with an establishment that only has 6 rooms. If this did not occur, I would give the establishment high praise, but this is a costly oversight that, as stated, could have been corrected in due time. Especially since we booked 3 months before our departure.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Relaxing venue
End of holiday stop for relaxing and shopping at enormous local mall.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

great venue with excellent service
Amanda made every effort to make our stay comfortable and memorable.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Brief but comfortable
It was brief, as flying early next morning. We were very comfortable and happy with our choice.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

warm, friendly and welcoming
Tim was so warm, friendly and welcoming. Lovely neat place. A definite to stay at again.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

n/a
My stay was short but lovely. The bathroom light was flickering, so the bulb needs replacing. Great place, will definitely stay there again.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent value for money
Excellent hospitality and the best breakfast (especially the french toast!)
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

comfortable stay in perfect setting
Chris and Jill are lovely people who went out of their way to enure our comfort and happiness. The room was comfortable immaculately clean and tidy with a lovely view over their immaculate garden and swimming pool. The breakfast was delicious. Eminently repeatable exercise.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable stay, excellent service
The service and breakfast here is excellent! Its the best breakfast I had during my stay in South Africa (Durban, cape town). The rooms are comfortable. Its not walking distance to anything, but you the area is nice and easy to take a cab into Uhmlanga village or the beach.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Peaceful retreat
After a hectic few days at a family wedding, Jill and Chris's attractive and welcoming guest house provided a place to relax and also a good base for exploring the area. Quiet, friendly, clean and excellent facilities - and nothing was too much trouble, even my endless questions.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Location not good
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Don't forget your swimming costume!
We were made to feel really welcome. Breakfast was excellent. I would recommend this B&B rather than a 4* hotel anytime. Thank you to our hosts for a wonderful stay.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Sylvan Grove great location!
We stayed over the past weekend at Sylvan Grove which was a fantastic and comfortable guest house. It was just a couple minute drive to the light house and Umhlanga boardwalk/ beaches, and easy to hop on the M4 to drive about 20 minutes to Durban/ Ushaka Marine World. Jill and Chris were lovely welcoming hosts, and breakfast was delicious. We'd love to come back and stay longer!
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8/10 Very Good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Man fühlt sich gelich wie zu Hause.
Ich kann das Sylvan Grove Guest House uneingeschränkt empfehlen. Sehr guter Service. Ich wurde herzlich empfangen und bekam viele gute Tipps für Ausflüge. Das Zimmer liegt traumhaft schön am Pool, ist bestens ausgestattet und ruhig. Das Frühstück wurde individuell für mich zubereitet. Freue mich auf den nächsten Aufenthalt!
Martin, 2-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good

親切ママさん運営の海が見えるゲストハウス
親切ママさんが運営されているゲストハウスです。ややアッパーな住宅街（リゾート地？）の中とあって治安は良さそうでした。早朝のフライトだったため朝食はいただけなかったのですが、代わりにわざわざサンドイッチを用意してくれました。部屋は特に広いというわけでないですがキレイにはされています。 空港からの往復はUberを利用しました。部屋からは海も見えて、良い季節にまたゆっくり来たいなと感じました。
Jun, 1-night trip
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