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Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel connected to the convention centre in uMhlanga with a rooftop terrace

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views
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A rooftop terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
The current price is £71
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept

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Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
3 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 237 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

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Balcony
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
  • 797 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

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Balcony
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
  • 796 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Loft, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

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Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 807 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 614 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
14 Palm Boulevard, Umhlanga Ridge, Umhlanga Rocks, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320

What's nearby

  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Umhlanga Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Seattle Coffee Company
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪KAUAI - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mo-Zam-Bik - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Piatto - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Umhlanga Rocks Beach
Take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a bar and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, express check-in and luggage storage
  • A front desk safe, a porter/bellboy and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 205 individually furnished rooms boast comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Parking on site (ZAR 65 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 235 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (99 centimetre wide door)
  • Raised toilet seat (50 centimetre high)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property requires full payment at check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: ZAR 300 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 235 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 350 per person (one-way)
  • Self-parking fee: ZAR 65 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
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, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool and fitness facility with adult supervision

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Protea Hotel Ridge
Protea Hotel Umhlanga
Protea Hotel Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
Protea Ridge
Protea Umhlanga Ridge
Umhlanga Protea Hotel
Umhlanga Protea Hotel Ridge
Umhlanga Ridge Protea Hotel
Protea Hotel Marriott Ridge
Protea Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
Protea Marriott Ridge
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge?

As of 1 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge on 14 Sept 2025 start from £71.3, 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.

Is Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge?

Self-parking is available for ZAR 65 per night.

What time is check-in at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 350 per person applies.

Where is Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge located?

This family-friendly uMhlanga hotel is located in a state park, within a 5-minute walk of Gateway Theatre of Shopping and Ster-Kinekor Gateway. KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board and Umhlanga Hospital are also within 10 minutes.

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Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 188 out of 365 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 365 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 365 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 365 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 365 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicola M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was phenomenal! The could have not been frienlier. I would very highly recommended recommended this place
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb location and cannot thank the staff enough for the amazing hospitality and service . Highly recommended and massively improved from my last stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nuraan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything from the time i stepped into the hotel, 5* star treatment, the entire duration of my stay to check out. Service was impeccable in extending my stay, accommodating me through my stay. The room was clean, smelled nice and very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel and stay for families, centrally located and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

S J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was incredible. Staff were also super friendly and well trained. Gym and pool are very nice too. Room wasn’t the best, cheap noisy fridge, light switches in strange places.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bhugwanthi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, friendly, great for a short stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Amenities
I found the hotel very good, however the surrounding streets and public areas not impressive, especially at night, quite dirty and I felt unsafe.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mohamed

Liked: Room comfort
great value for money and location is ideal
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
outstanding staff and great hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiresh Sewlall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dining and bar tender was awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shonisani

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Indresen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the hotel are the best. They always went above and beyond for our stay. The staff at the hotel truly know how to treat guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pranesh

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

Excellent stay

Excellent stay again at this lovely hotel. Location is perfect for Gateway shopping. Excellent staff. Always going the extra mile.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Romolla

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

The best hotel in Umhlanga

This is by far a 5 star . The mngt. Staff in ever aspect are phenomenal. The place is super clean. The best shower. Service is exceptional 24/7. I arrived at 23:30 to great customer service. This is my favorite hotel. They meet every tick. I wish other hotels would be so customer focused. Well done Protea Fire and Ice gateway you are 5 star for me. Value for money and the best location with secure parking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff go above and beyond for guests. Impeccable service. Fantastic buffet breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA

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

Best Staff I've ever encountered!

I do a fair amount of travel - I truly think this property has the warmest & most hospitable staff I've ever met... Truly, each & every person I saw, passed, talked to, made an inquiry with, each was so wonderful - it really added to my experience. Being across from the Mall was great - I was able to pop over there for a mani/pedi, as well as for items at the pharmacy & grocery. Easy to Uber from there to anywhere. Felt safe & taken care of, which is always a extra important to me since I travel solo. The bar was great - fabulous bartenders & bar managers - & there was always great music playing, whether over sound system, live performers, or DJ. I could not have made a better selection for my stay in Durban!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa

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

Excellent service

One things i noticed is how friendly and helpful the staff are. Service is so on point
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tshepo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a generally good stay. The room was clean and well serviced
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tasleem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice design
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great. Staff are amazing. I travel alot see alot of hotels... service level in the top 5 of all the places I'v been in the last year.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

d

Liked: Staff & service

OK rooms

Staf were very friendly. The rooms were okay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Fantastic.

Loved the theme set throughout the hotel. Staff were friendly and welcoming. People went out of their way to see if you needed anything. Loved the cleanliness and attention to detail.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kuben

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

Friendly service

Excellent service, very, very friendly staff. Each and everyone would great you no matter what hat they were doing.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice and clean. Accessible to shopping mall and dining area. Loved the hotel restaurant food. Staff was very nice. I only wished they had fixed the shower door as it leaked water while showering. Every other thing was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023