Title: Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Families gather for delicious breakfasts at the Lighthouse restaurant before heading out to nearby waters for motorized watercraft adventures ## Photo gallery for Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga ![Lobby sitting area - Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga (Umhlanga)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1138000/1137921/63b48c28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace - Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga (Umhlanga)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1138000/1137921/c757d63b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga (Umhlanga)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1138000/1137921/7239274b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby lounge - Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga (Umhlanga)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1138000/1137921/871a2f25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga (Umhlanga)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1138000/1137921/444804bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga offers modern comforts and family-friendly features. Guests enjoy on-site shopping and convenient dry cleaning/laundry services. The helpful staff is consistently praised by visitors, and free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Business services £78 includes taxes & fees 23 Jan - 24 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 14 - Jan 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=1137921&PinnedHotelID=1137921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=1137921&PinnedHotelID=1137921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 15 - Jan 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=1137921&PinnedHotelID=1137921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=1137921&PinnedHotelID=1137921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=1137921&PinnedHotelID=1137921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=1137921&PinnedHotelID=1137921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=1137921&PinnedHotelID=1137921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=1137921&PinnedHotelID=1137921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1138000/1137921/ef244267.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View 8.6 Excellent 8 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Kitchenette LED TV Sofa bed Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 388 sq ft - Partial ocean view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View ![Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1138000/1137921/c3877ee4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View ### Highlights Separate dining area Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Kitchenette LED TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 190 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View ![Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1138000/1137921/3d7a8549.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds LED TV Sofa bed Separate bedroom Private bathroom Designer toiletries - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUmhlanga-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-Durban-Umhlanga.h1137921.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUmhlanga-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-Durban-Umhlanga.h1137921.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-29.72624%2C31.08419&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qS3X9-MKHYioC4yZGOt8dM8yYZA=) Protea Mall, Cnr Lighthouse and Chartwell Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320 #### What's nearby - Oceans Mall \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Umhlanga Lighthouse \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Umhlanga Main Beach \- 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Umhlanga Rocks Beach \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Gateway Theatre of Shopping \- 1 min drive \- 1.0 mile #### Getting around - Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 19 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cafe 1999 - ‬2 min walk - ‪Marco's - ‬2 min walk - ‪Radisson Blu - ‬4 min walk - ‪The Chef's Table - ‬2 min walk - ‪Tiki Tonga Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Family-friendly hotel near Umhlanga Rocks Beach Consider a stay at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga and take advantage of a corner/local shop, shopping on-site and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Lighthouse, serves breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a business centre. Other perks at this hotel include: - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Access to a nearby health club, babysitting (surcharge) and a lift - A banquet hall, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All 269 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Childcare services and free infant beds - Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/bath combinations - 43-inch LED TVs with satellite channels - Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59190000/59185900/59185885/4d2a0b74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch Umhlanga - Pool - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 8.6 Excellent 128 reviews £73 includes taxes & fees 23 Jan - 24 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=59185885&PinnedHotelID=59185885&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3020000/3015100/3015058/797ed78e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge Umhlanga - 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Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 205 for adults and ZAR 205 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Lighthouse ### Things to do - Personal motorised watercraft - Shopping ### Family friendly - Grocery/convenience store - In-room babysitting - In-room cot - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Gift shop/newsstand - Grocery/convenience store - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Newspapers in lobby - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - 4 meeting rooms - Business centre ### Outdoors - Direct access to the beach ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Grab bar in bathtub (84 centimetre high) - Grab bar near toilet (84 centimetre high) - Height-adjustable showerhead - Lever door handles - Lift (91 centimetre wide door) - Low-height counter and sink (71 centimetre high) - Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom - Low-height view port in door - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (84 centimetre high) - Wheelchair-accessible business centre - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high) - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - 15 floors - 2 buildings - Banquet hall - Built in 1998 - Designated smoking areas - No plastic coffee stirrers - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Free cot ### Bathroom - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 43-inch LED TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Free bottled water ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Air conditioning - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Laptop workspace - Laptop-compatible safe - Phone - Water-efficient showers ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:30 PM Early check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: ZAR 500 ### 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 This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 3 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. Free cots are available on request at the property ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 205 for adults and from ZAR 205 for children - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 350 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3) - Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 125 (one-way), (from 1 to 15 years old) - Self-parking fee: ZAR 55 per day - Late check-out fee: ZAR 500 (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, 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 Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) 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 The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation Parking height restrictions apply ### 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 Protea Hotel Marriott Durban Umhlanga Protea Umhlanga Umhlanga Protea Hotel Protea Hotel Umhlanga Rocks Protea Hotel Umhlanga Protea Marriott Durban Umhlanga Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Hotel Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Umhlanga Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Hotel Umhlanga ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga? ### How much is parking at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga? ### What time is check-in at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga? ### What time is check-out at Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga? ### Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 8.6 Eco-friendliness ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 250 8 - Good 177 6 - Okay 52 4 - Poor 19 2 - Terrible 10 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Schalk 7 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was spotless and the staff was exceptional! Would definitely recommend this hotel, the environment was amazing and they made us feel at home! ##### Schalk Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard 15 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Porters, bar staff and the team really went above and beyond. We only had 1 night but really enjoyed our stay. ##### Richard Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 26 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Brilliant location. Well run hotel. Excellent stay... thank you. ##### Peter Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Z 25 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great hotel. Rooms were fantastic. Great location. ##### Z Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Karen 22 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Loved our stay, great location. Friendly staff ##### Karen Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fatima 1 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Beautiful hotel and friendly staff. Great breakfast. Would be nice if there was an in house restaurant and room service. ##### Fatima Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The stay at the hotel was excellent very central of all restaurants and the mall. The only disappointment was they didn't offer lunch and dinner available at the hotel restaurant on Saturday. So we had to eat somewhere else. But overall a very nice Hotel. ##### Paul Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shaun 20 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### So accomodating! Lovely, comfortable one night stay. Staff were very friendly and most accomodating. When they noticed my elderly mother with us, we were offered a more suitable room to accomodate her needs. ##### Shaun Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Berry 13 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Enjoyed the stay ##### Berry Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carsten 12 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice and new. Only thing missing are usb ports at the nightstands. ##### Carsten Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Saadiya 16 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Excellent excellent stay!! I cannot recommend this hotel enough. 1) amazing location 2) modern hotel, great decor and ambiance 3) spacious, well appointed rooms with all amenities 4) good housekeeping 5) great breakfast with staff who go above and beyond. Priced incredibly well for all the services and comfort on offer. Will definitely return ##### Saadiya Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Rashika 3 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great hotel ##### Rashika Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### TROY 2 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Conviently located ##### TROY Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas 2 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The breakfast buffet was outstanding! ##### Thomas Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Benjamin 10 Jun 2024 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great place for first stay in SA. ##### Benjamin Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bonita 13 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect! Another amazing stay at Protea! Walking distancr from the beach and many shops and restaurants. Very clean rooms! ##### Bonita Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Benediction 16 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great hotel and location with amenities ##### Benediction Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric 2 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Wonderful hotel with a lot of local dining options within an easy walking distance. Friendly staff and clean rooms. We would stay here again and recommend to anyone. ##### Eric ### 2/10 Terrible #### Hasina 10 May 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service Really terrible stay ##### Hasina Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marion 2 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location and excellent service. Amazing breakfast! ##### Marion Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bonnie 5 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing hotel in Umhlanga Most amazing hotel in the heart of Umhlanga. Every aspect of our stay was 5 star, from an amazing check-in all the way to our departure. Most definitely excellent value for money and a perfect location. ##### Bonnie Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike 4 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff are amazing, I stay regular now, just make you feel so welcomed ##### Mike Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anant 4 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very busy area & close to the beach ##### Anant Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane 21 Mar 2024 Centrally situated, very friendly and helpful staff. Room’s spacious and clean ##### Jane Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheryllyn 19 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very Happy It was only one night, but we enjoyed our stay and the breakfast was yummy ##### Cheryllyn Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Mabula Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bela-Bela-Hotels-Mabula-Game-Lodge.h1559026.Hotel-Information) > > [Tsala Treetop Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Plettenberg-Bay-Hotels-Tsala-Treetop-Lodge.h1030430.Hotel-Information) > > [Lush Private Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Lush-Private-Lodge.h24940930.Hotel-Information) > > [The Kingdom Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Moses-Kotane-Hotels-The-Kingdom-Resort.h6792618.Hotel-Information) > > [Glen Afric Country Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broederstroom-Hotels-Glen-Afric-Country-Lodge.h27136993.Hotel-Information) > > [Gondwana Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mossel-Bay-Hotels-Gondwana-Game-Reserve.h4145102.Hotel-Information) > > [Aha Makalali Private Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Aha-Makalali-Private-Game-Reserve.h2343567.Hotel-Information) > > [Ivory Tree Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Ivory-Tree-Game-Lodge.h5994597.Hotel-Information) > > [Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenton-On-Sea-Hotels-Kariega-Game-Reserve-Main-Lodge.h4576469.Hotel-Information) > > [Margate Beach Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Margate-Hotels-Margate-Beach-Club.h9458217.Hotel-Information) > > [Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hlabisa-Hotels-Rhino-Ridge-Safari-Lodge.h9401037.Hotel-Information) > > [Kwa Maritane Self-Catering Chalets](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Kwa-Maritane-Self-Catering-Chalets.h22471915.Hotel-Information) > > [Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Breede-River-Hotels-Inverdoorn-Private-Game-Reserve.h3131643.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Polokwane](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Polokwane-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Polokwane.h17771611.Hotel-Information) > > [Hartford House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mooirivier-Hotels-Hartford-House.h27344764.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cabanas Hotel at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Cabanas-Hotel-At-Sun-City-Resort.h9459.Hotel-Information) > > [Sanbona Wildlife Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barrydale-Hotels-Sanbona-Wildlife-Reserve.h1155735.Hotel-Information) > > [Garden Route Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Albertinia-Hotels-Garden-Route-Game-Lodge.h2917158.Hotel-Information) > > [Pumba Private Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Grahamstown-Hotels-Pumba-Private-Game-Reserve.h2319463.Hotel-Information) > > [Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vaalwater-Hotels-Mhondoro-Safari-Lodge-Villa.h11522151.Hotel-Information) > > [Vuyani River Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Vuyani-Tented-Camp-All-Inclusive.h57157744.Hotel-Information) > > [Vuyani Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Vuyani-Safari-Lodge-All-Inclusive.h36961786.Hotel-Information) > > [Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Touws-River-Hotels-Aquila-Private-Game-Reserve-Spa.h6347327.Hotel-Information) > > [Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Kwa-Maritane-Bush-Lodge.h526966.Hotel-Information) > > [Sebatana Private Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vaalwater-Hotels-Sebatana-Private-Reserve.h32459379.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cascades Hotel at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Cascades-Hotel-At-Sun-City-Resort.h9515.Hotel-Information) > > [Tshukudu Bush Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Tshukudu-Bush-Lodge.h1201423.Hotel-Information) > > [Sun City Hotel and Casino](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-Soho-Hotel-Casino-At-Sun-City-Resort.h527184.Hotel-Information) > > [Woodbury Tented Camp - Amakhala Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sidbury-Hotels-Woodbury-Tented-Camp-Amakhala-Game-Reserve.h9642577.Hotel-Information) ---