Bentley on the Beach

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Scored 7.7
Rated good

Staff

9.1

Located in Umhlanga rocks (Glenashley), suburb of Durban, this beachfront guest house features a sun terrace and outdoor rim flow swimming pool offering breathtaking views across the Indian Ocean. La Lucia Mall is 1.2 mi away. The SAND on the beach is literally 66 feet away. The bright rooms are decorated in natural colors, and each contains a flat-screen satellite TV, microwave, refrigerator and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. All rooms have air conditioning and a private bathroom. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and in all rooms. At Bentley on the Beach breakfast is served daily and dinner can be arranged upon advance request. There are BBQ facilities on site and a number of restaurants can be found within 3.1 mi. For shopping, the Gateway Theater of Shopping is 3.1 mi away and the Mount Edgecombe Golf Club is a 10 minutes’ drive away. The King Shaka International Airport is within 13 mi and an airport shuttle can be arranged at a charge.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Private beach area

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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See what guests loved the most:

Antonie
South Africa South Africa
“The Location of the guest house is incredible. Right on the beach. The staff is very friendly and the rooms are excellently appointed. The breakfast was brilliant (if anything too much!:D). Highly recommended!”
Henk
Belgium Belgium
“the view, the breakfast with the view, waking up with the view.”
Jan
South Africa South Africa
“Our tour group spent one night at Bentley after flying from Cape Town earlier in the day. The rooms were comfortable and the breakfast delicious. The location close to the airport was a bonus.”
Dale
South Africa South Africa
“Location perfect. Central and close to retail stores.”
Johannes
South Africa South Africa
“I liked everything about the property. Fit my budget. fit all my expectations. All the people were super friendly.”
Lee-anne
South Africa South Africa
“Shirley and her team were fantastic again! Such a beautiful place... This was our second stay at Bentley and our first choice next time. Thank you!”
Jose
South Africa South Africa
“Location right in the beach. Big room that I had. Comfortable bed. The staff are all so friendly, helpful and attentive. Remember it’s not a hotel so they won’t be around the facility all hours. Good breakfasts. Comrades runners were given a...”
Thobeka
South Africa South Africa
“The ladies were friendly and helpful. The room, pool area, breakfast and the views were super stunning. The comfortable beds and cozy feelnof our room was to die for. Spacious bathroom offering both the bath and shower facilities. We felt safe...”
Lee-anne
South Africa South Africa
“Amazing accomodation and the staff were extremely accommodating with our group of 8 people. Highly Recommend!!!”
Wikus
South Africa South Africa
“Love the breakfasts good quality, proper home cooked meal,exiled location right on the beach,hassle free check in.”

Managed by Shirley Hutton

Company review score: 9.1Based on 223 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Shirley has been hosting holidaymakers for the better part of three decades and has amassed a loyal following of returning Guests; effortlessly combining personalised attention with Guest discretion. Resort Manager Yash is in her element when dealing with people, especially chatty folks! In this she is joined by Housekeeping manager Dina, who loves nothing more than looking after Guest needs and ensuring everything is running smoothly! Rounding out the team is Pretty and of course Sharon, who will make sure your breakfast is perfectly presented, your room is immaculate and your time here unrushed! And of course there is Patrick, who keeps everything running smoothly with timeous maintenance. We can't wait to meet you!

Property info

We are situated literally 20 metres from the local fave beach, Glen Ashley...perfect for sandy escapades. The upper floor deck infinity pool gives you panoramic views and is the perfect locale to do some digital nomad remote work with our complimentary WiFi, or just relax with a cup of coffee whilst catching some rays.

Neighborhood info

19 The Promenade in Umhlanga is a residential street literally running parallel to the ocean...there are dog-friendly beaches, jaw-dropping sunsets aplenty, a myriad of restaurants, pubs, food bars, gyms, malls, pharmacies, coffee shops and local hangouts mere moments away by Uber. Think the best part of City Life ease of access meeting the safety and security of Suburban Serenity..that's the Bentley way! 🤩

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English,French,Dutch,Zulu

Area info

Amenities of Bentley on the Beach

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Private beach area

House rules

Bentley on the Beach takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 550 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 550 per child, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 8:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Bentley on the Beach of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

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