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Reviews of Anchor's Rest Guesthouse and Self Catering This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

14 Stanley Grace Cresent, Umhlanga, 4319 Durban, South Africa

#20 of 204 B&Bs and inns in Durban

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 484 hotel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free Wifi

    9.3

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  • Reviewed: September 8, 2025

    9.0
    It was a great experience and we are looking forward to seeing you again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    To me the property was a 9/10

    The location was good, the hospitality was great and finally the place was super clean

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: September 1, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing .

    Owner Is very welcoming ❤️ place is neat and clean 😊well organized . I liked the honest bar and the pool was clean so 10/10🙌 breakfast was good

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Just the overall presentation. One of the very few guest houses where the pillows were great

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 24, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Was clean and not far from shopping complex

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 24, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Such a beautiful location and stunning space to stay

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2025

    10
    Fabulous
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 11, 2025

    10
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location close to restaurants and the beach. Lovely host.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2025

    10
    Great location, well decorated and lovely breakfast. A real home from home.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing. Superb stay.

    Excellent Guest House. As a group of 8 we had the whole place to ourselves. The pool and rooms were great, the breakfast offering was really good and the bonus was that it was within walking distance to the restaurants and beach. We only stayed one night this time, but can't wait to return next time we visit the area.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 22, 2025

    9.0
    Great stay, I look forward to returning.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The decor is a bit dated.

    The property was well located, the staff were very friendly and the breakfast was excellent. I would definitely go back.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We LOVED everything

    Breakfast was good! The place is just beautiful. Perfect place to stay

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 11, 2025

    10
    Would love to return some day.
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Convenient location near King Shaka airport, secure parking, near shops and restaurants and short walk/drive to beach front. Friendly staff, good communication and made to feel welcome. Clean and comfortable double room with views and all amenities. Dining and sitting areas with lovely views and superb breakfast included. Tastefully decorated. Would highly recommend for short and longer stays.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 5, 2025

    9.0
    It was 😍
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing 😁

    We felt at home up to the extent that I left with my room keys 😂😂 we were very well received I like the fact that there's always someone to help I will definately be back again

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 24, 2025

    10
    Umhlanga ROCKS!
    • Solo traveler
    • Self Catering Twin/Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    NOTHING!

    Absolutely everything! From the very moment of booking. Feedback was prompt, courteous, and efficient. After hours check-in, with Thabisha, was such an awesome pleasure. Thank you Thabisha - you made me feel immediately welcome, and @ Home. Many many thanks also to Cilla and team, for accommodating a second guest, at such short notice. You guys are absolute Rock Stars! I cannot wait to bring my wife for the next stay @ Anchor's Rest, in Umhlanga.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 22, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Liked my entire stay.will definately make return visits

    4 night business trip. Location is excellent. 3 minit walk to restuarants and shopping centre in Lighthouse Mall.Accomodatiion excellent . Breakfast menu large and varied for both fresh and hot choices. Real value for money. Highly recommend this guesthouse for future visits.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 21, 2025

    10
    It was superb & if possible I will definitely return.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Self Catering Twin/Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The breakfast was superb. I didn’t want for anything.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 21, 2025

    10
    It was clean quiet I enjoyed my 1 night there unfortunately I had to leave earlier because of family issues.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Self Catering Twin/Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 10, 2025

    10
    Comfortable, clean rooms with a wonderful breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Lovely room, delicious breakfast!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 5, 2025

    10
    Comfortable stay in the heart of Umhlanga!
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    None

    Very comfortable, in the heart of Umhlanga. Hosts were so accommodating to let us check in early as we had a wedding that afternoon, as prepare an earlier breakfast the next morning as we had some things to sort out before flying out. Room was comfortable, with filtered water provided which was a nice touch! (Always end up buying waters at most other establishments). Will definitely recommend!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 2, 2025

    10
    Our stay was exceptional. Nothing could have been improved.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Self Catering Twin/Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We felt the two large pictures on the side walls in our room were not thematically suitable.

    Anchors rest is amazing. The bathroom was spotless. King bed very comfortable, toiletries great quality and the tea bags were of superior quality. We did not book breakfast so cannot comment on it. We were welcomed by a charming English lady when we arrived earlier than expected and treated to tea and biscuits at the sparkling pool. Anchors rest can really be recommended as there was simply nothing that was not exceptional. We loved the pictures in the reception area and the small pictures above our bed. The large pictures on the side walls in our room were out of place.Thanks for a stunning stay. We will surely pass on your contact details.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: June 2, 2025

    10
    Awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nil

    Close to restaurants amd promenade. Nice and quiet suburb. Awesome.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 29, 2025

    8.0
    Pleasant stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Access to crockery in the evening. I couldn't find someone in the evening to assist me either.

    I didn't have breakfast but the hospitality was great

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 26, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Great location and within walking distance to shops and beach. Staff are friendly and accomodating. The rooms are clean and serviced daily. Breakfast was great with different options to choose from.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 24, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Self Catering Twin/Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Peaceful, removed from conference facility and liked the outlook on the garden

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 18, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Self Catering Twin/Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Tight parking

    The B&B was great. The bedroom come kitchenette come lounge and separate bathroom were all spacious and well equipped and laid out with a very big veranda which overlooked the beautifully lit pool at night. The breakfast was great, as was the staff.

    Stayed in May 2025

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