"Stay away from this property! I honestly don’t know how this lodge got its 4 stars. The way this lodge treats its guests is not worth even one star. We were given a shabby room, which clearly used to be a shed before. The parking space is so narrow that a taxi was asked to park within 30 cm from the door opening to our room, which implied that my family had to squeeze themselves through the opening. The management was immediately notified but ignored my wife’s request to move the taxi. Only when...
"Stay away from this property! I honestly don’t know how this lodge got its 4 stars. The way this lodge treats its guests is not worth even one star. We were given a shabby room, which clearly used to be a shed before. The parking space is so narrow that a taxi was asked to park within 30 cm from the door opening to our room, which implied that my family had to squeeze themselves through the opening. The management was immediately notified but ignored my wife’s request to move the taxi. Only when...
"We were fine, just plates for microwave too big, no knifes and forks, no spoons if needed in the room, freezer was full of ice blocked, safe key issue, toilet was leaking, had to put towels on floor otherwise all good for better future, management was helpful thank you "
"We were fine, just plates for microwave too big, no knifes and forks, no spoons if needed in the room, freezer was full of ice blocked, safe key issue, toilet was leaking, had to put towels on floor otherwise all good for better future, management was helpful thank you "
"It seemed the property was not ready for guests. The rooms and shelves were not very clean. The sink leaked and the bath drainage took a long time to drain. The stoves for cooking did not have knobs for turning it on. You could hardly see with the light in the bathroom when we arrived. The sofa was torn and squeaked. Linen & towels did not look fresh & clean (very old)."
"It seemed the property was not ready for guests. The rooms and shelves were not very clean. The sink leaked and the bath drainage took a long time to drain. The stoves for cooking did not have knobs for turning it on. You could hardly see with the light in the bathroom when we arrived. The sofa was torn and squeaked. Linen & towels did not look fresh & clean (very old)."
"The service was amazing and the accommodations were spacious. It’s centrally located in a safe area and easy to get around. Very popular, so make sure to book in advance "
"The service was amazing and the accommodations were spacious. It’s centrally located in a safe area and easy to get around. Very popular, so make sure to book in advance "
"The guest house is very clean and neat and the gardens well kept. Parking however was a problem, as was the entering and exiting the property. Breakfast which was included, was really disappointing. Some cereal, yoghurt, watered down juice of no discernable flavour, coffee and tea and a choice of 4 options for the hot meal. One option was Halaal and the rest were exactly the same, only the choice of sausage differed.Surely in a province rich in tropical offerings, some avocado and fresh fruit...
"The guest house is very clean and neat and the gardens well kept. Parking however was a problem, as was the entering and exiting the property. Breakfast which was included, was really disappointing. Some cereal, yoghurt, watered down juice of no discernable flavour, coffee and tea and a choice of 4 options for the hot meal. One option was Halaal and the rest were exactly the same, only the choice of sausage differed.Surely in a province rich in tropical offerings, some avocado and fresh fruit...
"Wonderful welcome from James lovely property with such a magnificent view from the room and bath tub .
Great host and conversation with breakfast a real treat ."
"Wonderful welcome from James lovely property with such a magnificent view from the room and bath tub .
Great host and conversation with breakfast a real treat ."
"Very good customer service and they were very patieng with me as i arrive late.i was really happy staying there and would very much recommend them to othets"
"Very good customer service and they were very patieng with me as i arrive late.i was really happy staying there and would very much recommend them to othets"
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
"Kudos to all the front reception staff. A special thanks to Sphiwe for getting us into a comfortable suite. Not forgetting Zinhle who picked up on our communication on Expedia as the initial room was a bit smaller. She managed to upgrade us to a better, spacious room on the 2nd floor. We truly felt comfortable just like being back home. Keep up the good work."
"The hotel could need a update, Many small items was broken and a cleaning of the outside facade of the hotel is needed. It was nearly possibly to look out the windows due to a thind layer of dirt.
The staff was very good, really good from reception, the restaurant to the staff cleaning the rooms.
Our Room was very clean."
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic hotel, all staff members were so friendly, helpful and professional at the same time. Great location, close to a shopping centre and not far from the airport."
"We had a most marvellous break from the rat race of Johannesburg. Peace and quiet notwithstanding it was school holidays. Breakfast was a buffet of every one would expect and much much more. The staff were amazing. I am currently looking at the calendar to find another
break time to be enjoyed at the Pearl.
I am 71 and my girlfriend is 58. We both had a wonderful stay and enjoyed the restaurants on the premises. Thank you guys."
"Wonderful stay. Kind staff at breakfast and dinner, all were amazing. Check in had a few blips with the system picking up the wrong number of people and the wrong room but was quickly fixed. One point I would make is it’s incredibly difficult to find the hotels parking - no signposting meant we went into another much more expensive parking lot. I would definitely stay again, the staff and cleanliness make it a no brainer."
If you're looking for something a little quirkier than the traditional hotel experience, a stay at a bed and breakfast could be a great option for your getaway. If you're interested in playing some golf on your trip, Camelot Golf Club and Estate is a good spot to get in a game.
Are you thinking about apartments over traditional hotel rooms?
With attentive service, opportunities to mingle with other guests and breakfast served on site, B&Bs provide a unique setting.
What are the best bed and breakfasts in Hillcrest?
Below are some well-liked B&Bs in the surrounding area: Laletsa Lodge: 25 rooms. 14.4 mi (23.3 km) from the city centre. Enjoy the free buffet breakfast and outdoor pools. 268 On Ridge Guesthouse: 10 rooms. Situated 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from the heart of Hillcrest. Coweys Corner: 6 rooms. 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from the city centre. Enjoy the free English breakfast and patio area.
When is the best time to book my B&B in Hillcrest?
When you're planning your escape to Hillcrest, make sure that you take the year-round temperatures into account. The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 17°C. Average annual precipitation for Hillcrest is 974 mm.
What is there to do in Hillcrest?
When you want to see some attractions in town, you might consider a visit to Camelot Golf Club and Estate and Shongweni Farmers Market. You could visit Ster-Kinekor Watercrest if you have time to see more of the area.
How can I get to and around Hillcrest?
Mapping out your trip in and around Hillcrest is easy with these transportation options. Fly into Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.), which is located 23.4 mi (37.6 km) away from the city centre. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Pietermaritzburg (PZB), which is 23.9 mi (38.5 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.