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On The Beach

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A wooden staircase surrounded by lush greenery, leading to a pool area. - On The Beach (Durban North)
A modern two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees. - On The Beach (Durban North)
A restaurant with outdoor seating, large windows, and a view of the ocean. - On The Beach (Durban North)
A coastal road with a beach, palm trees, and a bus. - On The Beach (Durban North)
A brick pathway leading to a pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees. - On The Beach (Durban North)
On The Beach provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a bedside table, a lamp, and a wall painting.

Deluxe Room

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with two beds, a window, a lamp, and a small table with a tray.

Family Triple Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed or 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a door leading to an outdoor area.

Family Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a floral headboard, a TV, and a sliding glass door to the outside.

Standard Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Durban North, On The Beach is near a boardwalk/promenade. Beachwood Golf Course and Ster-Kinekor Gateway are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Japanese Gardens and Big Rush Urban Adrenaline. Mini Town and African Art Centre are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching. Visit our Durban North travel guide
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20 The Promenade, Durban North, KwaZulu-Natal, 4051

What's nearby

  • A beach with a lighthouse, rocky shoreline, and a ship in the distance.
    Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A collection of statues in a blue-lit environment.
    Gateway Theatre of Shopping
    4 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • A tall red and white lighthouse by the ocean with waves crashing against rocks.
    Umhlanga Lighthouse
    6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • A wet promenade with a circular mosaic at the center and curved metal structures.
    Umhlanga Main Beach
    6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • A large wave curling over the ocean with a city skyline in the background.
    Durban Beach
    7 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Al Firenze
    4 min drive
  • Seattle Coffee Company
    3 min drive
  • Taste
    17 min walk
  • Europa
    17 min walk
  • Wimpy
    17 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 250 for check-in between 7:30 PM and 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 250 for check-in between 7:30 PM and 11:30 PM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does On The Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is On The Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at On The Beach?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 7:30 PM– 11:30 PM for a fee of ZAR 250.

What time is check-out at On The Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On The Beach located?

Situated near a boardwalk/promenade, this guesthouse is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Umhlanga Rocks Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Beachwood Golf Course and Umhlanga Lighthouse. Umhlanga Hospital and Oceans Mall are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

On The Beach Reviews

5.0

5.0

Cleanliness

6.0

Amenities

5.0

Staff & service

4.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Mandlenkosi

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was not as it was advertised but in general it a good spot to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Eugene

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No. 20 On The Beach Guesthouse Google review summary 3.9 51 reviews 5 ★ 4 ★ 3 ★ 2 ★ 1 ★ Reviews on other travel sites Reviews Search reviews Eugene Fourie 1/5 5 hours ago on Google Shabby not chìc. Dirty, with mould and dust. Nothing wrong with bedding from Sheet Street, but at the prices per night, not worth it. The pillows are mere suggestions of a pillow, thin as anything. Cockroaches when the sun goes down. One curtain where two is definitely needed, and worn with some holes. I get that everything can't be new all the time, but it can be clean. The staff clearly don't know about a guest experience. Yes, it was bin day this morning, but at 7am, expect people are sleeping. Instead of wheeling the bin around for 15 mins from place to place, rather take all the trash to the bin? Talking very loudly amongst each other is also not great so early in the morning. Upon check-in, no towels, had to ask. The cleaning lady saunters in and out without even knocking or announcing what she was doing - definitely not replacing towels or toilet paper. Dirty tupperware standing around, empty sugar packets laying around outside since checking in until departure. The owner has 3 great danes that is then kept inside in the front room, barking at 6am and throughout the day when guests enter and leave. Not a place I can recommend. Booked two nights, left promptly at 8am after the first night. This place is not habital. Room 5 specifically. Dunno if the others are better
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025