[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # On The Beach Peaceful guesthouse retreat near nature reserves with an outdoor pool for cooling off after exploring the surrounding natural beauty ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100480000/100470400/100470383/d6730c74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100480000/100470400/100470383/581dd51b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100480000/100470400/100470383/83ee20ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100480000/100470400/100470383/1335d5b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Room | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100480000/100470400/100470383/d7cd6381.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies On The Beach Guesthouse offers a peaceful escape with ocean sounds creating a calming atmosphere. Guests can explore the garden, swim in the outdoor pool, and use nearby laundry facilities. Enjoy practical amenities like free WiFi and self-parking for a convenient, relaxing stay. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Laundry - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 2 - Oct. 3](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=100470383&PinnedHotelID=100470383&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=100470383&PinnedHotelID=100470383&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 3 - Oct. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=100470383&PinnedHotelID=100470383&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=100470383&PinnedHotelID=100470383&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 3 - Oct. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=100470383&PinnedHotelID=100470383&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=100470383&PinnedHotelID=100470383&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=100470383&PinnedHotelID=100470383&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=100470383&PinnedHotelID=100470383&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100480000/100470400/100470383/92f35ee4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Mini-fridge Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Private bathroom Hair dryer - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Deluxe Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100480000/100470400/100470383/4934dc57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Mini-fridge Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Private bathroom Hair dryer - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Family Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100480000/100470400/100470383/76141bf5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Triple Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Mini-fridge Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Private bathroom Hair dryer - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed or 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Basic Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100480000/100470400/100470383/9b854e83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Mini-fridge Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Private bathroom Hair dryer - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Comfort Quadruple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100480000/100470400/100470383/7a9d5718.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Quadruple Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Mini-fridge Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Private bathroom Hair dryer - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDurban-North-Hotels-On-The-Beach.h100470383.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDurban-North-Hotels-On-The-Beach.h100470383.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Durban North, On The Beach is on the beach. UShaka Marine World is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Durban Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Moses Mabhida Stadium or Kings Park Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching. [Visit our Durban North travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Durban-North.dx3000665173) [View more Guest houses in Durban North](https://www.expedia.ca/Durban-North-Guest-Houses.d3000665173-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-29.76199%2C31.06458&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NAbBcJksmtsQ9nYfCdHTHv_6WAQ=) 20 The Promenade, Durban North, KwaZulu-Natal, 4051 ### What's nearby - Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 4 min drive - 4.3 km - Umhlanga Hospital - 4 min drive - 4.7 km - Umhlanga Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 5.8 km - Umhlanga Main Beach - 7 min drive - 6.1 km ### Getting around - King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 20 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Fabrica - ‬6 min drive - ‪Al Firenze - ‬4 min drive - ‪KAUAI - ‬17 min walk - ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive - ‪Chunky’s Burger Company - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### On The Beach Guesthouse near Umhlanga Rocks Beach On The Beach provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this guesthouse include: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - A nature reserve and outdoor furniture Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - 32-inch Smart TVs with premium channels - Mini fridges, free tea bags/instant coffee, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![City view from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59820000/59813400/59813354/99efe7c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Premier Hotel Umhlanga Umhlanga - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.8 Excellent 100 reviews CA $117 CA $135 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=59813354&PinnedHotelID=59813354&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3630000/3625800/3625761/7c35ab97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Belaire Suites Durban Beachfront - Pool - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.8 Excellent 901 reviews CA $87 CA $100 total includes taxes & fees Oct 20 - 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Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.8 Excellent 19 reviews CA $81 CA $93 total includes taxes & fees Nov 1 - Nov 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=15216713&PinnedHotelID=15216713&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18390000/18384500/18384466/f3a772dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seaview Manor Exquisite Bed & Breakfast Umhlanga - Pool - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $106 CA $123 total includes taxes & fees Oct 11 - Oct 12 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=18384466&PinnedHotelID=18384466&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Mini-fridge - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - In a nature reserve - On the beach - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in room - No elevator - Smooth flooring in room - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in room - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Hypo-allergenic bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels ### Food and drink - Mini-fridge - Minibar - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Air conditioning - Desk - Desk chair - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee: ZAR 250 for check-in between 7:30 PM and 11:30 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property The host will greet guests on arrival If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Late check-in fee: ZAR 250 for check-in between 7:30 PM and 11:30 PM The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as On The Beach Guesthouse On The Beach Durban North On The Beach Guesthouse Durban North ## Frequently asked questions ### Does On The Beach have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at On The Beach? > As of Oct 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at On The Beach on Oct 7, 2025 start from CA $118.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Durban-North-Hotels-On-The-Beach.h100470383.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is On The Beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at On The Beach? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at On The Beach? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 7:30 PM– 11:30 PM for a fee of ZAR 250. ### What time is check-out at On The Beach? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is On The Beach located? > Situated on the beach, this guesthouse is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Umhlanga Rocks Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Beachwood Golf Course and Umhlanga Lighthouse. Umhlanga Hospital and Oceans Mall are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## On The Beach Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 6.0 Amenities ### 6.0 Staff & service ### 6.0 Eco-friendliness ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Mandlenkosi Dec 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness Property was not as it was advertised but in general it a good spot to stay ##### Mandlenkosi Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024