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Crooked Tree Cottage

3.0 star property
3-star B&B near Gateway Theatre of Shopping

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Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View | View from room
Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View
Deluxe Self catering - Room 4 - Family | Garden view
Beach nearby
Cottage En suite Double - Room 3 | View from room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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39 Hilken Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4319
  • Place, Umhlanga Lighthouse
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Gateway Theatre of Shopping
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View

Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View

Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Suite, Balcony, Sea View

Standard Suite, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Cottage En suite Double - Room 3

Cottage En suite Double - Room 3

  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Self catering - Room 4 - Family

Deluxe Self catering - Room 4 - Family

  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Design Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

Design Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

uMhlanga

Heart of uMhlanga.You'll find Gateway Theatre of Shopping and Umhlanga Rocks Beach within 2 miles (3 km) of this B&B. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Umdloti Beach and Durban Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Oceans Mall - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Röcker - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 1999 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tiger's Milk - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Radisson Blu - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪African Roots Coffee - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Crooked Tree Cottage

3-star B&B near Gateway Theatre of Shopping
As a guest of Crooked Tree Cottage, you'll find an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. WiFi is free in public spaces. Crooked Tree Cottage also features a garden, a picnic area, and a front-desk safe. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star uMhlanga bed & breakfast.

  • 1 building
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2005
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Crooked Tree Cottage offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads and hydromassage showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. 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
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Library
  • 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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, credit card, or debit card 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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Crooked Tree Cottage B&B Umhlanga
Crooked Tree Cottage B&B
Crooked Tree Cottage Umhlanga
Crooked Tree Cottage Umhlanga
Crooked Tree Cottage Bed & breakfast
Crooked Tree Cottage Bed & breakfast Umhlanga

Frequently asked questions

How close is Crooked Tree Cottage to the airport?

Crooked Tree Cottage is 12.4 mi (18-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 Crooked Tree Cottage?

As of Jun 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crooked Tree Cottage on Jul 12, 2026 start from CA $115, 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 Crooked Tree Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Crooked Tree Cottage.

How close is Crooked Tree Cottage to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 1.5 mi (7-min drive) from Umhlanga Rocks Beach and 6.5 mi (11-min drive) from Umdloti Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Crooked Tree Cottage offer free breakfast?

Crooked Tree Cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Crooked Tree Cottage?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast, but Sibaya Casino (8-min drive) and Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (12-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Crooked Tree Cottage?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Crooked Tree Cottage?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Crooked Tree Cottage have a pool?

Crooked Tree Cottage features an outdoor pool.

Does Crooked Tree Cottage have a spa?

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

How close is Crooked Tree Cottage to downtown uMhlanga?

Crooked Tree Cottage is 1.1 mi away from uMhlanga.

Crooked Tree Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Smaller sized Hospitality with a big impact😊

Communication with check-in went fairly well and there were no issues. Breakfast was great and I suggest if you are there for a few days you try it! Close distance to the Two Oceans Mall, quiet, quaint, comfortable, beautiful view, friendly! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Dieter

Liked: Amenities
Alles sauber und ordentlich
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shermel

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

Great place to stay in Durban

My stay in Durban was great. The accommodation is first class. I will be back again. Thank you Helen for the warm welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018