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Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse, Umhlanga
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About the Hotel
62 Forest Drive,
Umhlanga,
South Africa,
KwaZulu-Natal
Great
8.8
9.6
/10
5.0
4.6
/5
“The location is perfect, just minutes from a beautiful beach.”view full review
5-star boutique guesthouse with rooms themed after indigenous trees, steps from La Lucia Beach
Amenities
Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse offers an outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and sun umbrellas set within scenic garden views. The shared lounge area includes an entertainment system and a dining room with an honesty bar where guests help themselves to drinks and snacks. Additional facilities include a library, BBQ facilities, and board games for guests to use.
Rooms
Each room is themed after indigenous trees, providing unique decor experiences within the suites. All en suite bathrooms include spa baths, heated towel racks, body dryers, and extensive bath product selections. Hypo-allergenic bedding is standard, and a spacious family unit accommodates up to four guests.
Location
The guesthouse sits 5 minutes' walk from La Lucia Beach and a 10-minute drive from uShaka Marine World. Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve and Gateway Shopping Centre are within easy reach for leisure and shopping. Durban city center is 15 km away, and King Shaka International Airport is 20 km from the property.
Business
A full-service business center includes a boardroom with elegant design, tailored for meetings and conferences for up to 10 delegates. Fax and photocopying services, along with meeting and banquet facilities, are available for corporate guests. The property also offers an airport shuttle service for convenience.
Dining
Breakfast is served fresh by the pool with a choice of menu options, including special diet menus for vegetarian guests. The honesty bar supplies wine and champagne, while a snack bar operates on-site. BBQ facilities are available for guests who wish to cook outdoors.
Highlights
Location: 5 min walk to La Lucia Beach, 10 min to uShaka Marine World
Rooms: Themed after indigenous trees with spa baths
Amenities: Outdoor pool, honesty bar, BBQ facilities, library
Business: Boardroom for up to 10 delegates, full-service business center
Dining: Fresh breakfast by the pool, special diet menus
Family: Spacious family unit for up to four guests
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Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Economy Double Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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King Room
2 persons
380 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Superior King Room
2 persons
540 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
room details
Presidential Suite
2 persons
1295 sq. feet
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities
Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments
Delicious Breakfast Experience
“The breakfast each morning was generous and offered plenty of choices. I appreciated the flexibility to ask for changes or replacements according to my dietary needs, made my stay more fun!” view full review
Spacious and Comfortable Rooms
“I was kinda surprised by how spacious and clean my room was. It was one of the biggest rooms I've ever stayed in, nice for a comfortable share with my daughter without feeling cramped.” view full review
Excellent Bathroom Size
“The bathroom in our room was exceptionally large and well-kept. It made our morning routine enjoyable, offering plenty of space for both of us as we got ready for the day ahead.” view full review
Functional Conference Center
“The conference center was beautifully designed and functional, making it perfect for any meetings or events. I was impressed with the setup and the overall ambiance of the space.” view full review
Facilities:
Perfect
9.0/10Review score
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Sports & Fitness
Wind surfing
Diving
Snorkelling
Golf course
Guest Parking
Shared kitchen
Electric kettle
Services
Paid airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Laundry
Welcome drink
Dining
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus
Business
Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Board games
Spa & Leisure
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Aqua park
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Shallow end
Room features
Air conditioning
Sitting area
Patio
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Shared kitchen
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse Location
62 Forest Drive,
Umhlanga,
South Africa,
KwaZulu-Natal
Map view
62 Forest Drive,
Umhlanga,
South Africa,
KwaZulu-Natal
City landmarks
Beach
uMhlanga Main Beach
1.8
mi
Shopping Area
La Lucia Mall
4700 ft
Lighthouse
uMhlanga Lighthouse
1.6
mi
Harbour
Whalebone Pier
1.8
mi
Landmark
Parking garage
3300 ft
Landmark
Casea Charters
3500 ft
Landmark
Africa Art Gallery
1.6
mi
Landmark
Annies Self Catering
4600 ft
Landmark
Davallen Centre
5100 ft
Landmark
Palm Boulevard
1.6
mi
Landmark
Natal Shark Board
1.6
mi
Landmark
Wavepark Gateway
1.8
mi
Landmark
St. Michaels
1.2
mi
Landmark
Granada Square Shopping Centre
1.6
mi
Church
St Michaels Anglican Church
1.2
mi
Landmark
Makiwa Gallery
1.6
mi
Landmark
Mindgame Escape
1.6
mi
Mall
Granada Square
1.6
mi
Landmark
Parking Area
1.5
mi
Park
Chris Saunders Park
1.8
mi
Landmark
Gateway IMAX
1.6
mi
Landmark
Grace Family
1.6
mi
Church
Grace Family Church
1.6
mi
Event hall
Kwazulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre of Excellence
1.6
mi
Landmark
Ster-Kinekor
1.6
mi
Landmark
Kwazulu-Natal Sharks Board
1.6
mi
Landmark
Electric Avenue
1.7
mi
Nearby
The Escape Hunt Experience Durban
1000 ft
Umhlanga Rocks Beach
1200 ft
Scoutie's Tailored Tours & Travel
2000 ft
Restaurants
Piatto
2000 ft
Umhlanga Ridge Shop G46
Woolworths Cafe
4000 ft
90 William Campbell Drive Ground Floor
Getting around
City Centre
Umhlanga22 min
·
1.1
mi
Airports
King Shaka International (DUR)36 min
·
14.7
mi
Pietermaritzburg (PZB)134 min
·
55.3
mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-21:00
Check-out
from 08:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of ZAR 0.10 per person per day.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Afrikaans, Zulu
Number of rooms:
7
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback about Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 139 verified reviews
8.9/10
Great
91%
Recommend
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Comfort
9.3/10
Facilities
9.0/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.7/10
Location
9.2/10
Staff
9.0/10
Value for money
9.0/10
Guest reviews
based on 316 reviews
8.8/10
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