Where to stay in KwaZulu-Natal

While KwaZulu-Natal is known as being incredibly laid-back, you’ll still find a good selection of high-end resorts and hotels. If you’re on a bit of a budget, mid-range accommodation is available, too. Locally owned B&Bs and guesthouses are nestled around almost every corner. Here are a few options to choose from:

Hotels

If on-site amenities and privacy are what you’re looking for when choosing accommodation, then staying at a hotel is your best option. Hotels tend to offer fabulous amenities such as room service, swimming pools, restaurants and bars, gyms and personal concierge services. Here are a few options for hotels in KwaZulu-Natal:

The Oyster Box Hotel, Umhlanga

The Palace, Durban

The View Boutique Hotel & Spa, Amanzimtoti

Premier Hotel The Richards, Richards Bay

Blue Waters Hotel, Durban

The Benjamin Hotel, Morningside, Durban

Bed & Breakfasts

Bed and breakfast establishments are a popular choice for many when it comes to accommodation. You’re allowed private rooms and ensuite bathrooms and a delicious breakfast in the morning. Some B&B’s even offer hotel amenities like a swimming pool and all-meal food services. Here are some options for Bed & Breakfasts in KwaZulu-Natal:

Valley Lodge, Hillcrest

Petite Provence B&B, Dolphin Coast

Santa Lucia Guest House, St Lucia

Pinehaven accommodation Bed and Breakfast, Newcastle

Jessica’s B&B, Umhlanga

Self-catering

Self-catering accommodation is perfect for those who want ultimate freedom and privacy wherever they’re staying. Usually in the form of entire houses, apartments or chalets, self-catering allows you total run of the place, including cooking, cleaning and use of any facilities. These are some options for self-catering accommodation in KwaZulu-Natal:

Kamberg Valley Hideaway, Drakensburg

At the Sea, Dolphin Coast

Riverside Manor, Nottingham Road

Backpacking

If you love meeting new people and making friends wherever you go, backpacker or hostel accommodation is an ideal option for you. Typically, you pay for a single bed in a room which others will share, but most backpackers also offer private rooms as well. Here are some options for backpackers in KwaZulu-Natal: 

Ballito Backpackers, Ballito

St Lucia Budget Tented Village Accommodation, St Lucia

Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge, Ethels Drive

Camping

Staying outdoors amongst fauna and flora, under the stars and sky has huge appeal for many – especially in beautiful South Africa! Whether you’re glamping or really want to rough it, camping really allows you to appreciate all that Mother Nature has to offer. Here’s a few options for camping spots in KwaZulu-Natal:

Mahai Campsite, Giants Castle Game Reserve

Fairhills Caravan park and Camping Ground, Margate

eMshophi Campsite (uMkhuze Game Reserve),  Isimangaliso Wetland Park

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