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Situated in a quiet residential area of Umhlanga, only a short walk from the beach, this family-run guesthouse provides guests with an idyllic vacation getaway. With its stunning views and tranquil setting, Honey Pot B&B is a home away from home. Only 660 yards from the buzzing center of town, it offers 5 individually furnished guest rooms. Start the day with a swim in the outdoor pool or plan a romantic picnic on the beach. The bar area is the ideal spot to enjoy a refreshing drink or simply relax in style. Make use of the business facilities or the portable braai (barbeque). The friendly staff is happy to arrange shuttle service to and from the airport for you as well as various day trips and tours.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
or
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
1 king bed
or
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
7.3
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
8.0
Value for money
7.7
Location
9.1
Free Wifi
8.3
Low score for Durban
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Debbie
    United States of America United States of America
    Staff is fantastic and super attentive to everything. Very nice cook to order breakfast. Secured parking and easy walk to downtown umhlanga rocks.
  • Kruger
    South Africa South Africa
    I liked everything at The Honey Pot. The rooms were super comfortable, and the property is well designed. I really liked the staying here and will do so again when visiting that area in the future.
  • Lalbeharie
    South Africa South Africa
    Very friendly host and have amazing rooms. Great experience. Great location as well, almost 5 min away from Umhlanga Pier.
  • Olushiyan
    Nigeria Nigeria
    Honeypot is in a quiet and very beautiful neighborhood,the property itself was a harmonious blend of nature and man. Beautifully laid out,lovely gardens,warm and genuinely welcoming staff and more. Bob owns and lives on the property,he was a...
  • William
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, excellent breakfast, friendly staff Excellent value for money
  • Olivia
    South Africa South Africa
    It is a clean and beautiful property. The staff are so friendly and the service is good. Would recommend!
  • Samukelisiwe
    South Africa South Africa
    Loved how friendly everyone is ,the wifi and TV worked perfectly, rooms cleaned daily .
  • Kei
    South Africa South Africa
    Comfortable room, bedding; hot shower, cleanliness, safety, quiet, good location, great service, friendly welcoming staff and very delicious breakfast with options.
  • Amanda
    South Africa South Africa
    I really loved the location, and my huge bed and mostly the guy who helped me from the reception was really really helpful he's a very nice gentleman.
  • Deidre
    South Africa South Africa
    Bob is a super host and made us feel at home. Loved having the fresh chilled water in the fridge when we arrived.

Property questions and answers
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  • can i pay by deposting in the accont

    Yes we can make arrangements for EFT payments if you prefer. Kind regards
    Answered on 29 February 2020
  • Hi, do you have a secured parking with gates?

    Yes we Do have secure Parking
    Answered on 13 May 2024
  • good day am failing to make a booking do i need to pay full amount when booking?

    Thank you for your mail. Our policy is full payment on booking. May I suggest that you only book when you are able to pay. kind regards Honeypot Guesthouse
    Answered on 2 March 2020
  • is alcohol allowed

    Yes we do allow Alcohol in the premises.
    Answered on 29 April 2024
  • Have you taken any precautions for check-in because of the coronavirus?

    Yes we are very aware of all compliances and are ensuring that they are known to all staff. Hand sanitisers are put in all guest rooms.
    Answered on 12 May 2020
  • How far is your property from the beach? Any attractions around Umhlanga for a family?

    We are 1 kilometer safe walk to the beach, then 500 metres to the safe bathing area. The walk back is steep. Plenty of local attractions, Search for U..
    Answered on 25 September 2020
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Managed by Host and Home Magazine CC trading as Honey Pot Cottage

Company review score: 8.8Based on 61 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Our interests are talking and listening to our guests fascinating stories and telling them ours.

Property info

HoneyPot staff are friendly, give excellent service and are always happy. We also have night staff to ensure that your needs are dealt with even after hours.

Neighborhood info

Umhlanga is an upmarket suburb of Durban, with shopping malls and a fantastic beach promenade, add to that the best weather and it is our piece of paradise.

Languages Spoken

English,French,Zulu

Area info

Amenities of HoneyPot Guest house

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Snorkeling
    Off-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/out
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • Safe
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Wake-up service
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Packed lunches
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    Accessibility
    • Toilet with grab rails
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Pool bar
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • French
    • Zulu

    House rules
    HoneyPot Guest house takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Curfew
    The entrance to the property is closed between 22:00 and 04:00
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 12 are welcome.

    Children 13 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

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this property
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestro Cash is not accepted
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

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

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform HoneyPot Guest house of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

    FAQs about HoneyPot Guest house

    • HoneyPot Guest house is 9.3 miles from the center of Durban. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at HoneyPot Guest house may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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

    • HoneyPot Guest house offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Snorkeling
      • Diving
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Water park
      • Beachfront
      • Beach
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Swimming pool

    • Room options at HoneyPot Guest house include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Triple
      • Apartment

    • Check-in at HoneyPot Guest house is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • The nearest beach is 2,300 feet from HoneyPot Guest house. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.