Garden Court Umhlanga, Durban
Overview
Garden Court Umhlanga Hotel Durban, located just an 8-minute walk from Chris Saunders Park and only 1.4 km from Africa Art Gallery, features an outdoor pool for guests to take a dip in. This 3-star hotel includes 2 restaurants and a lounge bar, and offers to take advantage of a fitness room.
Location
The hotel is conveniently situated 10 minutes by car from the 26 hectares Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve. The Garden Court Durban is in the vicinity of Umhlanga Rocks.
UMhlanga Main Beach is also situated 2.4 km away.
Garden Court Umhlanga Hotel is 30 minutes by car from Durban train station, while King Shaka International airport is 23 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
The property has 202 rooms appointed with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as self-catering options such as a mini-fridge-bar, tea and coffee making facilities. Guests will enjoy hair dryers and bath sheets in private bathrooms with a bathtub, a separate toilet, and a shower. Some rooms offer views of the sea.
Eat & Drink
The à la carte Mnandi restaurant serves South African cuisine.
Leisure & Business
This Durban hotel provides a courtyard and various recreational opportunities. The smoke-free property also features a laptop safe and a desk for those arriving on business.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Heated swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Recommended for:
African beadwork workshopLearn about the ancient tradition of beadwork from local artisans and create your own unique piece to take home.
Zulu dance performanceImmerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the Zulu people with a traditional dance performance.
African storytellingGather around the fire pit in the hotel's outdoor garden to listen to traditional African stories and legends.
Sundowners on the rooftop barSip on a refreshing cocktail while taking in stunning panoramic views of Durban's coastline from the hotel's rooftop bar.
Wine and cheese tastingIndulge in a selection of South African wines and cheeses, expertly paired by the hotel's sommelier.
Henna tattoo applicationGet a temporary henna tattoo in traditional African designs from the hotel's skilled henna artist.
- Drumming circle
- South African BBQ (braai)
- Introduction to birdwatching
- Traditional spa treatments
- South African wine and food pairing dinner
- Yoga on the beach
- Township tour
- Beach clean-up
Location
*Situated in the upscale Umhlanga area, the hotel is near Gateway Theatre of Shopping, Umhlanga Promenade, and the beach. *The neighborhood offers cultural attractions like the Umhlanga Rocks Village, artisan craft markets, and a bright dining and entertainment scene. *Kingsmead Stadium, Durban Botanic Gardens, and Moses Mabhida Stadium attract sports and nature enthusiasts.
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