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Featuring garden views, La Dolce Vita Umhlanga Guesthouse in Durban provides accommodations, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and barbecue facilities. There's a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. There's a sun terrace and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking. All units at the guest house come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. The guest house features some units with sea views, and the units include a kettle. At the guest house, each unit includes bed linen and towels. À la carte and full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, fruit, and juice are available each morning at the guest house. A car rental service is available at La Dolce Vita Umhlanga Guesthouse. Bronze Beach is 1.3 miles from the accommodation, while Umhlanga Main Beach is 1.7 miles from the property. The nearest airport is King Shaka International, 12 miles from La Dolce Vita Umhlanga Guesthouse, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

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

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
2 twin beds
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1 king bed
2 twin beds
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1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
8.8
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  • Qvixen
    United States of America United States of America
    While I wasn't here long, I was able to enjoy the room. Coffee and tea provided, a nice shower (bring your own shampoo/conditioner - no wash cloths), good towels, comfy BIG bed. View out the window not exciting - but - who needs that when...
  • Nhlanhla
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    The host was very hospitable and welcoming. Guesthouse is tranquil and captivating. The room as was pristine.
  • Musawenkosi
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff prepared breakfast before the scheduled time on Saturday morning. .

Managed by Madelein

Company review score: 9.3Based on 256 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

La Dolce Vita Guest house is a beautiful 5 bedroom guest house situated in the upmarket Umhlanga area.

Neighborhood info

Umhlanga is a quiet and safe area to live in. We have 24 hour security as well as Fiber net throughout the guest house. We are close to Gateway Theatre of shopping and close to the beach.

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of La Dolce Vita Umhlanga Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • BBQ facilities
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Windsurfing
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Pool 2 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

Property practice

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House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

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 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free
2 years old
Crib upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 375 per child, per night
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 375 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 750 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and 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 and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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

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

FAQs about La Dolce Vita Umhlanga Guesthouse

  • La Dolce Vita Umhlanga Guesthouse offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Swimming pool

  • The prices at La Dolce Vita Umhlanga Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • La Dolce Vita Umhlanga Guesthouse is 9.9 miles from the center of Durban. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at La Dolce Vita Umhlanga Guesthouse can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • À la carte

  • Check-in at La Dolce Vita Umhlanga Guesthouse is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Room options at La Dolce Vita Umhlanga Guesthouse include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Family