Protea Hotel by Marriott Karridene Beach
- View
- Garden
- Swimming pool
- BBQ facilities
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
About this property
Located 20 minutes south of Durban, between the lagoon and the beach at Illovo, this hotel offers spacious rooms with free WiFi. Protea Hotel by Marriott Karridene Beach features an outdoor pool and a spa. Each of the air-conditioned rooms is decorated with modern wooden furniture and carpeted floors. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV, a work desk and an electric kettle. Protea Hotel’s Oakwoods Restaurant is housed in a glass structure, overlooking the Umzimbazi lagoon and the lush Natal vegetation surrounding it. A rich breakfast buffet, à la carte lunches and buffet style dinners are served daily. Guests can choose from a variety of sports, including squash, mini golf, table tennis and volleyball. Younger guests can use the small pool for kids. Spa treatments are available at SPA @ Karridene. Aliwal Diving Center and Galleria Shopping Mall are 6.2 mi away. Ushaka marine World is a 30-minute drive away by car, and the hotel offers free private parking on site. King Shaka International Airport is 43 mi from the property.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Spa
- Bar

Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Shanrika
South Africa
“spacious room met my expectations with cleanliness.” - Thobile
South Africa
“Warm welcome from friendly staff members and residing in a clean environment.” - Thobile
South Africa
“Professionalism courtesy and environmental hygiene. I also appreciated the fact that my suggestion from the previous feedback which was about the microwave oven was taken into consideration. The room had a microwave this time around.” - Titus
South Africa
“The access to the beach, cleanliness of the rooms and friendliness of the staff” - Fezokuhle
Germany
“Beautiful, directly on the beach Friendly staff Great dinner and breakfast menu Secluded beach Clean Game room and pool” - Nkateko
South Africa
“Staff reception, the food and how quick tgey resolve issues” - Beverley
South Africa
“Everything. It was really convenient to have Dinner at the hotel and not have to go out. The room was very comfortable and clean with a sea view.” - Broodryk
South Africa
“The room service and the friendliness of the staff.” - Unathi
South Africa
“The rooms are ideal for travelling with kids, very comfortable too.” - Anne-jane
South Africa
“Beds were very comfortable and we had a beautiful view. Very friendly and helpful staff”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- CuisineAfrican • American • Argentinian • Australian • Asian
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Kosher • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Amenities of Protea Hotel by Marriott Karridene Beach
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Spa
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
View
- View
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Activities
- Bicycle rental
- Themed dinnersAdditional charge
- Beach
- Mini golfAdditional charge
- RacquetballAdditional charge
- Darts
- Ping-pong
- Pool tableAdditional charge
- Playground
- Game room
- FishingOff-site
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' meals
- Bar
- Restaurant
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Concierge
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Indoor play area
- Babysitting/Child servicesAdditional charge
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business Facilities
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Business center
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Grocery deliveries
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Wake-up service
- Private entrance
- Car rental
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Room service
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoor swimming pool
- Open all year
Spa
- Kids' pool
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples' massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Beach umbrellas
- MassageAdditional charge
- SpaAdditional charge
- Fitness center
- SaunaAdditional charge
Languages Spoken
- English
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.




The fine print
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 Protea Hotel by Marriott Karridene Beach 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.