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Crooked Tree Cottage

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A bedroom with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a city view. - Crooked Tree Cottage (Umhlanga)
A residential area with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean. - Crooked Tree Cottage (Umhlanga)
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a painting, and a door leading to a bathroom. - Crooked Tree Cottage (Umhlanga)
A two-story house with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean. - Crooked Tree Cottage (Umhlanga)
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Located close to Gateway Theatre of Shopping and Umhlanga Rocks Beach, Crooked Tree Cottage provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an outdoor entertainment area.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View

A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, a chair, a television, and a radiator.

Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Suite, Balcony, Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a picture on the wall, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

Standard Suite, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Cottage En suite Double - Room 3

A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a bathroom with a toilet and shower.

Cottage En suite Double - Room 3

  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Self catering - Room 4 - Family

A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a cabinet.

Deluxe Self catering - Room 4 - Family

  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Design Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the city through large windows.

Design Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

A hotel room with a large bed, white bedding, a red accent wall, and a view of a cityscape through a balcony.

Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in uMhlanga, Crooked Tree Cottage is in the city center and near the beach. UShaka Marine World is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Umdloti Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Moses Mabhida Stadium. Snorkeling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our uMhlanga travel guide
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39 Hilken Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4319

What's nearby

  • A rocky cliff with vegetation and a beach with people and tents.
    Oceans Mall
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A tall red and white lighthouse by the ocean with waves crashing against rocks.
    Umhlanga Lighthouse
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • A wet promenade with a circular mosaic at the center and curved metal structures.
    Umhlanga Main Beach
    6 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • A beach with a lighthouse, rocky shoreline, and a ship in the distance.
    Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    6 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • A collection of statues in a blue-lit environment.
    Gateway Theatre of Shopping
    7 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Butcher boys
    17 min walk
  • African Roots Coffee
    19 min walk
  • Red Röcker
    2 min drive
  • Tiger's Milk
    20 min walk
  • Doppio Zero
    19 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Crooked Tree Cottage have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Crooked Tree Cottage pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Crooked Tree Cottage?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Crooked Tree Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crooked Tree Cottage located?

Located in the heart of uMhlanga, this bed & breakfast is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Gateway Theatre of Shopping and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Umhlanga Rocks Beach. Umdloti Beach and Durban Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Crooked Tree Cottage Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Smaller sized Hospitality with a big impact😊

Communication with check-in went fairly well and there were no issues. Breakfast was great and I suggest if you are there for a few days you try it! Close distance to the Two Oceans Mall, quiet, quaint, comfortable, beautiful view, friendly! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dieter

Liked: Amenities
Alles sauber und ordentlich
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shermel

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

Great place to stay in Durban

My stay in Durban was great. The accommodation is first class. I will be back again. Thank you Helen for the warm welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018