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Five Burnham

4.0 star property
Five Burnham offers a peaceful escape where travelers can relax poolside in the sunshine or wander through beautiful gardens after a day of exploration

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Located next to a golf course, this upscale retreat serves cooked-to-order breakfasts to start the day right. Guests appreciate the tranquil atmosphere while lounging by the outdoor pool or relaxing on the sunny terrace with garden views.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Room options

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Standard Room King size or twin | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, soundproofing

Standard Room King size or twin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, soundproofing

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, soundproofing

Executive Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, soundproofing

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Cassia Executive Suite | Living area | TV

Cassia Executive Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room double bed shower ensuite | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, soundproofing

Standard Room double bed shower ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard double with bath&shower ensuite | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, soundproofing

Standard double with bath&shower ensuite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in uMhlanga, Five Burnham is next to a golf course and near the beach. Ster-Kinekor Gateway and Beachwood Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit uShaka Marine World and Japanese Gardens. Big Rush Urban Adrenaline and Mini Town are also worth visiting. Visit our uMhlanga travel guide
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5 Burnham Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320

What's nearby

  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach showing a lighthouse, a sandy beach and landscape views
    Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Terracotta Army Exhibition with life size replicas of the army highlighted with #blue light
    Gateway Theatre of Shopping
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Cliff face of a natural tropical beach cove where sunbathers seek refuge from the hot African sun.
    Oceans Mall
    2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse featuring a lighthouse and general coastal views
    Umhlanga Lighthouse
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Whalebone Pier
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Legacy Yard
    6 min drive
  • The Barón
    7 min drive
  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • Little Havana
    5 min drive
  • WCafe
    7 min drive

About this property

Five Burnham

Upscale guesthouse near Umhlanga Rocks Beach
Take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and a terrace at Five Burnham. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and free newspapers
  • Barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with bidets and tubs or showers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Electric kettles, ceiling fans, 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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 4 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 14 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 14 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 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

We should mention

Children 14 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Five Burnham Hotel Umhlanga
Five Burnham Hotel
Five Burnham Umhlanga
Five Burnham House Umhlanga
Five Burnham House
Five Burnham Guesthouse Umhlanga
Five Burnham Guesthouse
Five Burnham Umhlanga
Five Burnham Guesthouse
Five Burnham Guesthouse Umhlanga

Frequently asked questions

Does Five Burnham have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Five Burnham 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 Five Burnham?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Five Burnham?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Five Burnham located?

Situated in uMhlanga, this golf guesthouse is within 2 mi (3 km) of Umhlanga Rocks Beach, Oceans Mall, and Umhlanga Lighthouse. Whalebone Pier and Umhlanga Main Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Five Burnham Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean room, aircon and ceiling fan. Pleasant staff. When in town, it is the plsce to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at Five Burnham during a quiet period and was looked after as a VIP! The staff were attentive, helpful and pleasant. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Philip

This place is idyllic! excellent layout to relax.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Modesto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. Honest bar we really enjoyed. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Avoid room number 2

I was met by a friendly host, however unfortunately, I was allocated room number 2, which was very small (2.5m x 4m) and cramped. Considering the price, this is definitely not value for money. In addition, the air conditioner was not working, which added to the discomfort and worst of all, the water feature right outside the window, ensured that I had no sleep at all. My 5 am alarm finally put me out of my misery.

10/10 Excellent

KERRY

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

Lovely local spot

Great Guesthouse. Lovely staff and stay x
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rob, Cape Town

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was effortless and the accommodation was beautiful and clean. I'll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

A

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

Fantastic all round stay!

Fantastic all round stay. Great, friendly personalized service with attention to detail. Wifi was fast and stable and room very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Ineke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kleine kamer en badkamer, wel netjes en schoon en in rustige straat.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this property - beautiful and safe area, close to the beach and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ursula

Recommended Guest House at Umhlanga

I was in Durban for a business trip and have booked Five Burnham for one night. I can highly recommend the place: safe neighborhood, beautiful rooms, pool and roof terrace jacuzzi, good breakfast.... There is really nothing I missed and thanks to Hilary I felt like at home way from home.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hillary, our host, was exceptionally friendly and had suggestions of relaxing activities to do. She also has a list of suggested restaurants. The breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Flor E.

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

Good B&B in Umhlanga and suitable for business

5 Burnham is located close to Umhlanga Rocks and the Unhanglanga Ridge Shopping Mall and very close to the coast. It is a quiet neighbourhood, ideal for B&B and suitable for business purposes. Secure off-street parking and en-suite rooms met my requirements. The breakfast is a great start to the day.

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly welcome and good choice at breakfast after a great night sleep. What more does one need?!

10/10 Excellent

Phumzile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a really great experience! Beautiful home and friendly management.... I even received a room upgrade:-)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Worth the money.

Beautiful, quiet place, no regrets.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Neil, San Diego

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

Perfect place for peace, quiet, and comfort.

I stayed here for 3 nights and from the moment Hilary personally welcomed me with a smile the whole experience was wonderful. Every detail was attended to, and every member of the staff was cheerful and attentive. They even made me exactly the breakfast I requested, though it wasn't on the menu. (Poached smoked haddock, fried eggs and tomatoes - - - delicious!) My room was spacious, comfortable and had every convenience, including a monkey who came in through a window I had left open too wide.

8/10 Good

Wayne

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

Great stay.

The B&B was great. Was welcolmed warmly upon arrival. The room was small - this is my only complaint. The breakfast was great, warm and cold selection servied from early in the morning.

10/10 Excellent

Bruckit, London, UK

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

Nice hotel in an exclusive neighbourhood.

This guesthouse is beautiful with lovely staff. The nearest town, Imhgala Rocks, is starting to resemble a Canary Isles resort with lots of new hotels going up and cheap restaurants.

10/10 Excellent

John, US

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

Feels like home. 🏡

Hilary the host was so wonderful & kind. It felt like home. All the staff were incredibly friendly & kind. The breakfast is exceptional. Visiting from California. I look forward to coming back next year.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great guest house with friendly staff

I have stayed at this guest house a couple of times now and have never been disappointed. The staff can't do enough for you. The rooms have everything you need, kettle, tv and shower. The brie area is a nice touch. I would recommend this guest house to anyone.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017