Umthunzi Hotel & Conference | Award-Winning 3-Star Hotel Proud recipient of multiple accolades—including the prestigious Top Vendor Award for “Best Coastal Wedding Venue” and the Readers’ Choice Award for “Best Function Venue”—Umthunzi Hotel & Conference is ideally located along KwaZulu-Natal’s scenic South Coast, one of South Africa’s most beautiful shorelines. This AA Highly Recommended, upmarket 3-star hotel offers exceptional value and a welcoming atmosphere for both leisure and business guests. Just an hour’s drive from Durban, Umthunzi combines breathtaking ocean views with warm hospitality—making it the perfect setting for relaxing getaways, expertly managed conferences, stylish events, or unforgettable weddings. Guests can also indulge in delicious dining at the on-site restaurant, 30° SOUTH, known for its inviting ambiance, diverse menu, and spectacular panoramic sea views from its terrace deck—an experience as memorable as the cuisine itself. At Umthunzi, excellence is more than a promise—it’s our standard. Our dedicated management and friendly team are committed to providing outstanding service and creating memorable experiences. Whether you're here for business or pleasure, we look forward to welcoming you to our slice of paradise.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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TrevPAR World Group
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Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Free parking available at the hotel


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Mathemba
South Africa South Africa
The restaurant looked attractive.... The pool area was stunning, The Staff was amaizing.
Krishni
South Africa South Africa
The executive room was stunning, beyond our expectations. Friendly staff, very helpful. Was not up to having breakfast on the day of departure,and was offered the option of takeaway. Thank you guys once again for making our stay a memorable one
Nompilo
South Africa South Africa
Whenever we visit Umthunzi, we feel at home. The staff is welcoming, there are no hustles on arrival. , The rooms are clean, comfortable and cozy. We call it our second home when we are in Shepstone, we don't see ourselves booking somewhere else.
Sinah
South Africa South Africa
The breakfast was lovely and delicious, we really enjoyed and will come back and refer friends and family who wants to come that side. Great sea view room we got
Sthokozile
South Africa South Africa
The room was perfect and clean. But there was no air freshener spray after you used the bathroom. The wodrop hadle have sharp screws and it pose a danger to the person using the wodrop. The bath tub was leaking as well. Thank...
Reshanna
South Africa South Africa
Friendly staff, spacious and clean room, DELICIOUS breakfast!!! A wonderful stay :-)
Nontuthuko
South Africa South Africa
I like everything about the hotel and mostly breakfast and views...
Ndlovu
South Africa South Africa
Staff were friendly. Breakfast and lunch were delicious.
Daryl
South Africa South Africa
Buffet breakfast was top notch. The hotel very clean and well maintained. Room view was unbelievable and extra large bed was even better. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely recommend Umthunzi Hotel to family & Friends.
Nyide
South Africa South Africa
The deco in the room. The singing part while having breakfast with my Fiance ( Had the best birthday) . The BEST service received from Mlondi, may He keep up his great customer service.

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
30° South Restaurant
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Amenities of Umthunzi Hotel and Conference

Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Free Wifi
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Umthunzi Hotel and Conference takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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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.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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