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Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge

1.0 star property
Hotel near Gateway Theatre of Shopping in uMhlanga

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A hotel lobby with striped sofas, a wooden table, and a large window.
A dining table set with plates of food, cutlery, and a glass of orange juice.
Staircase
A restaurant with tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
Garden

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Cnr Meidgate and Hospital Road, Umhlanga Ridge, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4319
  • Place, Gateway Theatre of Shopping
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Oceans Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a door.

Accessible Twin Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Double Room, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a radiator, and a window.

Double Room, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room, Accessible, Non Smoking

Twin Room, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden chair, a bottle of champagne, and a small gift box.

Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden chair, a bottle of champagne, and a small gift box.

Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with blinds.

Double Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a heater, a window with blinds, and a painting on the wall.

Twin Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

uMhlanga

In shopping district.With a stay at this uMhlanga hotel, you'll be steps from Gateway Theatre of Shopping and a 5-minute walk from Umhlanga Hospital. Also, KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board is within half a mile (1 km) and Umhlanga Lighthouse is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ster-Kinekor Gateway - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Oceans Mall - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Whalebone Pier - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪WCafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cacao Chocolate Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Nespresso Gateway - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mimmo's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge

Hotel near Gateway Theatre of Shopping in uMhlanga
As a guest of Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge, you'll find an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. The business-friendly Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge also features a garden, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This uMhlanga hotel is smoke free.

  • 125 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2009
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge offers 125 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 130 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • 4G smartphone data speed
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Smartphone
  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
It is the property’s policy that children under 18 years of age cannot be accommodated at the property without an accompanying parent. Guests are required to provide proof of the parental relationship (birth certificate) upon arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 130 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 200 per vehicle (one way)

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 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, debit cards, and cash
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge
Road Umhlanga Ridge
Umhlanga Road Lodge
Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge Hotel Umhlanga Rocks
Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge Hotel
Road Lodge Ridge Hotel
Road Lodge Ridge
Road Umhlanga Ridge Umhlanga
Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge Hotel
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Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge Hotel Umhlanga

Frequently asked questions

How close is Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge to the airport?

Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge is 12.1 mi (22-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 Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge?

As of Jul 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge on Jul 29, 2026 start from CA $72, 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 Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge have an airport shuttle?

Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of ZAR 200 per vehicle, one way.

How close is Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge to the beach?

This hotel is 1.9 mi (9-min drive) from Umhlanga Rocks Beach and 1.7 mi (10-min drive) from Umhlanga Main Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 130 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Sibaya Casino (8-min drive) and Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (14-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge?

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

Is there free parking at Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge have a pool?

Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge features an outdoor pool.

Does Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge to downtown uMhlanga?

Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge is 0.4 mi away from Umhlanga Ridge.

Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 365 out of 926 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 326 out of 926 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 926 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 926 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 926 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff and clean room, handy location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matlhako

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Nhlanhla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff members were good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Kimberly Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hayden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean rooms, friendly staff and excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gladness Enert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was absolutely clean ,2 min walk to gateway mall ,staff were amazing , I’d definitely come back next year .
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Fahrial

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Neat, clean and friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nozuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy to find and friendly staff , thank you so much
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Khomotjo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly reception team ,they are absolutely amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Deepa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient with friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Saul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was clean, checking in was easy and the staff pleasant. When checking out there were no staff at reception (did checkout early) but found a staff member to assist.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
very neat room. hotel was spotless
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mduduzi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Great pace to be Roadlodge is a great budget friendly place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accommodation is affordable, staff are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
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8/10 Good

rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to a large shopping mall and selection of restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nokulunga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing, clean, comfort, service 👌👌👌👌👌 staff was friendly
👌👌👌👌
Their breakfast was great
Pool was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Other than the bed being too hard, I had absolutely no problems. The check-in was quick and easy. The staff friendly and my room was cleaned without me asking for the service. Loved that the back entrance was literally in gateway parking lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Malanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room. Staff courteous
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nokulunga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean, staff are friendly, breakfast was awesome, also parking was great. Only a lunch and dinner were not prepare because of their chef was absent whole weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

excelent

Always good staying here
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MAHOMED

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

Road lodge Umhlanga

I had a very good stay at this Road Lodge. Very good staff compliment, good respectable staff, very caring and very neat enviroment.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lemohang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Budget friendly but convenient Way better than a lodge
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Arvindkumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Most comfortable for an overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kanankoji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Things appear acceptable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025