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Jessica's Self-catering

3.5 star property
3.5-star adults-only B&B near Umhlanga Lighthouse

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Beach nearby
Property grounds
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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35 Portland Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4319
  • Place, Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Main Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Lighthouse
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Family Room (2)

Family Room (2)

  • Garden view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Room (3)

Room (3)

  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room

Room

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Business Room

Business Room

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

uMhlanga

Close to airport.You'll find Umhlanga Lighthouse and Umhlanga Rocks Beach within 3 miles (5 km) of this B&B. Gateway Theatre of Shopping and Umhlanga Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Oceans Mall - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Röcker - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tiger's Milk - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪African Roots Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Jessica's Self-catering

3.5-star adults-only B&B near Umhlanga Lighthouse
As a guest of Jessica's Self-catering, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. Jessica's Self-catering also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star uMhlanga bed & breakfast.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Jessica's Self-catering offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 75 per person

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately ZAR 75 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Jessica's Self-catering.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Jessica's B&B Umhlanga
Jessica's Umhlanga
Jessica's B B
Jessica's Self Catering
Jessica's Self-catering Umhlanga
Jessica's Self-catering Bed & breakfast
Jessica's Self-catering Bed & breakfast Umhlanga

Frequently asked questions

How close is Jessica's Self-catering to the airport?

Jessica's Self-catering is 11.5 mi (21-min drive) away from the King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Jessica's Self-catering?

As of May 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jessica's Self-catering on May 20, 2026 start from CA $70, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Jessica's Self-catering have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Jessica's Self-catering.

How close is Jessica's Self-catering to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 1.8 mi (7-min drive) from Umhlanga Rocks Beach and 7 mi (21-min drive) from Umdloti Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Jessica's Self-catering offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Jessica's Self-catering, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 75 per person. It's available every day from 8 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at Jessica's Self-catering?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast, but Sibaya Casino (9-min drive) and Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (13-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Jessica's Self-catering?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM.

Is there free parking at Jessica's Self-catering?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Jessica's Self-catering have a pool?

Jessica's Self-catering features an outdoor pool.

Does Jessica's Self-catering have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Jessica's Self-catering to downtown uMhlanga?

Jessica's Self-catering is 2 mi away from uMhlanga.

Jessica's Self-catering Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was fine tku
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Central location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful garden setting, the room made me feel at home. Umhlanga Rocks is an elite town with all services at the highest standard just like at Jessica's B&B
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Basic self catering rooms situated in lovely gardens with small,splash pool.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Tim, Uk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a exallant b&b every one was very helpful and polite
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Decent stay in Umhlanga

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Auclair, Caromb

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Le cadre la literie l'accueil très bien mais un peu bruyant le matin
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019