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Boutique Hotels in KwaZulu-Natal

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Top Boutique Hotels in Durban

Silver Oaks Boutique Hotel

Silver Oaks Boutique Hotel
Musgrave
Silver Oaks Boutique Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a blue sofa, and a fireplace.

The Saint James on Venice Luxury Guest House

The Saint James on Venice Luxury Guest House
Morningside
The Saint James on Venice Luxury Guest House
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a vanity with a mirror, and a view of the ocean.

The Oyster Box

The Oyster Box
Umhlanga
The Oyster Box
A table set for two with a view of a pool and greenery.

Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse

Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse
Umhlanga
Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse
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Top Boutique Hotels in Ballito

A table set for two with a view of a pool and greenery.

Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse

Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse
Umhlanga
Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a vanity with a mirror, and a view of the ocean.

The Oyster Box

The Oyster Box
Umhlanga
The Oyster Box
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Top Boutique Hotels in St. Lucia

A narrow brick pathway flanked by tall palm trees and other tropical plants, leading to a brick building with a sloped roof.

Bhangazi Lodge

Bhangazi Lodge
St. Lucia
Bhangazi Lodge
A patio area with a brick building, wooden deck, and various tropical plants.

Rhino Coast Guest House

Rhino Coast Guest House
St. Lucia
Rhino Coast Guest House
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

Leopard Tree Lodge

Leopard Tree Lodge
St. Lucia
Leopard Tree Lodge
A poolside area with a thatched-roof structure, wooden furniture, and a large potted plant.

Leopard Corner Lodge

Leopard Corner Lodge
St. Lucia
Leopard Corner Lodge
A modern hotel room with a brick wall, a large bed with a white comforter, a wooden wardrobe, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

St Lucia Livingston Lodge

St Lucia Livingston Lodge
St. Lucia
St Lucia Livingston Lodge
A beach with clear skies and waves.

Flamingo Lodge

Flamingo Lodge
St. Lucia
Flamingo Lodge
A swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

Perna Perna St Lucia

Perna Perna St Lucia
St. Lucia
Perna Perna St Lucia
A beach with clear skies and waves.

St Lucia Palms

St Lucia Palms
St. Lucia
St Lucia Palms
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen with wooden cabinets, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

Santa Lucia Guest House

Santa Lucia Guest House
St. Lucia
Santa Lucia Guest House
A swimming pool surrounded by a brick pathway, with lounge chairs and a thatched-roof structure.

First Group La Rochelle

First Group La Rochelle
St. Lucia
First Group La Rochelle
A multi-story hotel with balconies, surrounded by tropical plants and flowers.

Shonalanga Lodge

Shonalanga Lodge
St. Lucia
Shonalanga Lodge
A wooden pathway leading to a building with outdoor seating and lush tropical plants.

Forest Villas

Forest Villas
St. Lucia
Forest Villas
A wooden pathway leading to a covered seating area surrounded by lush tropical plants.

Forest Lodge

Forest Lodge
St. Lucia
Forest Lodge
A building entrance with a sign reading "RECEPTION" and a sign at the bottom of the stairs that says "MIND YOUR STEP."

iGwalagwala Guest House

iGwalagwala Guest House
St. Lucia
iGwalagwala Guest House

St Lucia Safari Lodge

St Lucia Safari Lodge
St. Lucia
St Lucia Safari Lodge
A wooden table and chairs on a deck with a view of tropical plants and a building in the background.

Sandpiper Guest House

Sandpiper Guest House
St. Lucia
Sandpiper Guest House
A wooden deck with a sofa and a pool table, a bar area, and a view of the sea.

Budget Tented Village at Urban Glamping - Hostel

Budget Tented Village at Urban Glamping - Hostel
St. Lucia
Budget Tented Village at Urban Glamping - Hostel
A wooden staircase surrounded by lush greenery, leading to a building with a thatched roof.

Umlilo Lodge

Umlilo Lodge
St. Lucia
Umlilo Lodge
A pathway surrounded by bamboo and ferns, leading to a gated area.

Little Eden St Lucia

Little Eden St Lucia
St. Lucia
Little Eden St Lucia
An outdoor deck with wooden furniture, a covered seating area, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

Ndiza Lodge & Cabanas

Ndiza Lodge & Cabanas
St. Lucia
Ndiza Lodge & Cabanas
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Top Boutique Hotels in uMhlanga

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a vanity with a mirror, and a view of the ocean.

The Oyster Box

The Oyster Box
Umhlanga
The Oyster Box
A table set for two with a view of a pool and greenery.

Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse

Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse
Umhlanga
Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse

Silver Oaks Boutique Hotel

Silver Oaks Boutique Hotel
Musgrave
Silver Oaks Boutique Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a blue sofa, and a fireplace.

The Saint James on Venice Luxury Guest House

The Saint James on Venice Luxury Guest House
Morningside
The Saint James on Venice Luxury Guest House
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Top cities in KwaZulu-Natal

A coastal cityscape at dusk with a beach, a pier, and illuminated buildings.

Durban

Durban is known for its beaches and casinos, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Workshop Mall and Durban International Convention Centre.
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A coastal town with a beach, rocky shoreline, and a sea wall.

Ballito

Ballito has lots of attractions such as Ballito Beach and Thompson's Bay Beach.
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A sunset with a pink sun, silhouetted trees, and a clear sky.

St. Lucia

St. Lucia is known for its beaches, and offers lots of things to see including St. Lucia Estuary Beach and iSimangaliso Wetland Park.
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A beach with a lighthouse, rocky shoreline, and waves crashing onto the sand.

uMhlanga

The trendy city of uMhlanga is full of attractions, such as Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Gateway Theatre of Shopping, and is loved for its entertainment and spas.
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Dolphins leaping out of the ocean near a coastal area with buildings in the background.

Margate

Margate is loved for its beaches, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Margate Beach and Hibiscus Mall Centre.
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A lakeside rowing event with spectators and a green-roofed building in the background.

Pietermaritzburg

Pietermaritzburg has lots of attractions such as Pietermaritzburg City Hall and Msunduzi Museum.
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Top landmarks in KwaZulu-Natal

A beach with a lighthouse, rocky shoreline, and a ship in the distance.

Umhlanga Rocks Beach

9.0/10 (142 reviews)
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Umhlanga Rocks Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from central uMhlanga. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Umhlanga Main Beach.
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A tropical theme park entrance with a shark sign, palm trees, and a thatched-roof building.

uShaka Marine World

8.4/10 (131 reviews)
Experience a world beneath the ocean with a visit to uShaka Marine World, just one of the attractions in Durban Point. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at uShaka Marine World, you'll love Durban Botanical Gardens and Durban City Hall, both located nearby.
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A large wave curling over the ocean with a city skyline in the background.

Durban Beach

8.2/10 (205 reviews)
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Durban Beach, located 2 mi (3.3 km) from central Durban. Catch the sunset by the shore at Battery Beach, just a short walk away.
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A beach with waves, a city skyline, and a bridge in the distance.
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Golden Mile

8.0/10 (75 reviews)
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Golden Mile, located 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from central Durban. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Durban Beach located nearby.
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A stadium with a distinctive white roof, a coastal cityscape with a beach, and an extensive railway network.

Moses Mabhida Stadium

8.2/10 (63 reviews)
You can catch an event at Moses Mabhida Stadium, located 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from central Durban. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you think Moses Mabhida Stadium is cool, you also might like Kings Park Stadium and Sahara Stadium Kingsmead, both located nearby.
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Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World

8.4/10 (37 reviews)
You might want to try your luck with an evening at Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World in Durban Beachfront. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.
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Umdloti Beach

8.4/10 (37 reviews)
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Umdloti Beach, located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from central eMdloti. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Umhlanga Main Beach, Umhlanga Rocks Beach, and Casuarina Beach.
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Durban International Convention Centre

8.2/10 (59 reviews)
Durban International Convention Centre is worth a pic or two when discovering Durban Central Business District. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.
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Check out the KwaZulu-Natal hotels guests love right now

Fordoun Hotel & Spa

Fordoun Hotel & Spa
Nottingham Road

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Bennett
Fordoun Hotel & Spa

The Oyster Box

The Oyster Box
Umhlanga

10/10 Exceptional

United States
JIll
The Oyster Box

Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse

Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse
Umhlanga

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anonymous traveler
Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse

About the destination

What's KwaZulu-Natal like?

There's a lot visitors like about KwaZulu-Natal, especially its beaches and restaurants. Simply book a safari tour to enjoy your stay a little more. Learn about the local heritage of KwaZulu-Natal at landmarks like Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument and Umhlanga Lighthouse. And while you're here, be sure to stop by Zinkwazi Beach and Enseleni Nature Reserve.

What is there to see around KwaZulu-Natal?

  • Isandlwana Battlefield (19.1 mi/30.7 km from the city center)
  • Rorke's Drift Battlefield (24.9 mi/40 km from the city center)
  • Zinkwazi Beach (61.9 mi/99.7 km from the city center)
  • Enseleni Nature Reserve (67.7 mi/108.9 km from the city center)
  • Thompson's Bay Beach (71.3 mi/114.8 km from the city center)

What is there to do around KwaZulu-Natal?

  • Boardwalk Mall (71.6 mi/115.2 km from the city center)
  • Gowrie Farm Golf Course (78.8 mi/126.9 km from the city center)
  • Msunduzi Museum (80.1 mi/128.8 km from the city center)
  • Sibaya Casino (80.2 mi/129.1 km from the city center)
  • Golden Horse Casino (80.6 mi/129.7 km from the city center)

Other Popular KwaZulu-Natal Attractions

  • Ballito Beach
  • Mkuze Falls Game Reserve
  • Nelson Mandela Capture Site Monument
  • Umdloti Beach
  • Inanda Dam