Title: Surf Motel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=18316494&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Surf Motel Where ocean views meet serene escapes. Breathe in salty air and soak up sunshine by day; unwind under starry skies by night. ## Photo gallery for Surf Motel ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach yoga - Surf Motel (eMdloti)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18320000/18316500/18316494/bfdda588.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Chalet, Garden View - Surf Motel (eMdloti)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18320000/18316500/18316494/ac14b859.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Chalet (6) - Surf Motel (eMdloti)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18320000/18316500/18316494/9be5aaae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Chalet, Ocean View - Surf Motel (eMdloti)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18320000/18316500/18316494/ed4413f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Chalet, Garden View - Surf Motel (eMdloti)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18320000/18316500/18316494/a7f2a73b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Oceanfront bliss awaits at Surf Motel, where sun-kissed days unfold on the beach and tranquil nights are spent under starry skies. Unwind with beach yoga, sip coffee in the lobby, or bask in the sun with loungers and umbrellas – every moment is a chance to recharge. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 8 - Jan. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=18316494&PinnedHotelID=18316494&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=18316494&PinnedHotelID=18316494&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 9 - Jan. 10](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-10&selected=18316494&PinnedHotelID=18316494&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-10&selected=18316494&PinnedHotelID=18316494&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 9 - Jan. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=18316494&PinnedHotelID=18316494&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=18316494&PinnedHotelID=18316494&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 16 - Jan. 18](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=18316494&PinnedHotelID=18316494&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=18316494&PinnedHotelID=18316494&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Chalet, Ocean View ![Chalet, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18320000/18316500/18316494/ed4413f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet, Ocean View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchenette Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Down duvet Private bathroom - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Chalet, Garden View ![Chalet, Garden View | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18320000/18316500/18316494/3690c860.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet, Garden View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchenette Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Down duvet Private bathroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Chalet, Garden View ![Chalet, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18320000/18316500/18316494/c2af4d55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet, Garden View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchenette Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Down duvet Private bathroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Chalet (6) ![Chalet (6) | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18320000/18316500/18316494/f1184743.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet (6) ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Free cribs/infant beds Kitchen Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Flat-screen TV Down duvet - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 2 Double Beds ### Chalet ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchenette Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Down duvet Private bathroom - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Chalet, Garden View ![Chalet, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18320000/18316500/18316494/ac14b859.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet, Garden View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchenette Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Down duvet Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Chalet ![Chalet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18320000/18316500/18316494/845ae8a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Chalet ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Kitchenette Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Down duvet Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUmdloti-Hotels-Surf-Motel.h18316494.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUmdloti-Hotels-Surf-Motel.h18316494.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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-29.67373%2C31.11588&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=v8aA_q0GAXpVZbDtfz-hBzFbDoI=) 16 South Beach Road, eMdloti, KwaZulu-Natal, 4350 #### What's nearby - Umdloti Beach \- 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Sibaya Casino \- 4 min drive \- 2.6 km - Umhlanga Main Beach \- 7 min drive \- 7.6 km - Gateway Theatre of Shopping \- 9 min drive \- 9.8 km - Umhlanga Rocks Beach \- 9 min drive \- 9.4 km #### Getting around - King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Miami Spur Steak Ranch - ‬11 min drive - ‪Tightline - ‬4 min drive - ‪Zululand Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive - ‪Ocean Basket - ‬10 min drive - ‪Bella Zar - ‬10 min drive ## About this property ### Surf Motel Hotel by the ocean Surf Motel provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with sun loungers and beach yoga. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Express check-out, express check-in, and barbecue grills - Beach umbrellas, coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Surf Motel boast comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi. 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Coffee and tea in common areas ### Things to do - Beach yoga ### Family friendly - In-room microwave ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Beach loungers - Beach umbrellas - Direct access to the beach - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Down comforter ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Stovetop ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets stay free Welcoming dogs only Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds This property accepts credit cards ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Surf Motel formally Umdloti Milkwood Surf Motel formally Milkwood Surf formally Umdloti Milkwood Surf formally Milkwood Surf Motel Hotel Surf Motel eMdloti Surf Motel Hotel eMdloti Surf Motel (formally Umdloti Milkwood) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Surf Motel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Surf Motel? ### What time is check-out at Surf Motel? ### Where is Surf Motel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Surf Motel Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful 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) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Wendy-Ann Sep 24, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Far too close- no privacy I was surprised by the lack of privacy. The units are so close together and in fact our unit had an internal door separating us from our neighbours. We could hear the television as though it was in our room. Balcony off our room had zero privacy. It felt like they have packed as many units into the site as possible with no thought to privacy. Not worth the price. ##### Wendy-Ann Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 13, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Die Leute waren sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Sogar als wir ein Problem mit dem Mietwagen hatten ;-) Die Lage ist hervorragend, einmal über die Strasse ist man schon am Strand. Der Ausblick von unserem Appartement war sehr schön. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda Mar 17, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Umdloti Beach Surf Motel The hotel was amazing. Walked out on my balcony and had an amazing view of the Indian Ocean!! Will stay there again when I return to South Africa!! ##### Linda Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim Feb 7, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Major Updates - Excellent! The Surf Motel is the new name. We have brought groups to this facility for years and it was good then. The NEW owner has done MAJOR improvements, that now makes this a WINNER with our groups!! Great location to many services, the ocean across the street. I’m not hyping this, just honest. ##### Kim Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mick , York Oct 22, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Guest house right on the beach Well looked after and excellent location , for local restaurants, bars,and beach . Self contained self catering units. ##### Mick Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Bala](https://www.expedia.ca/Bala-Hotels.d6352608.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Cheap Hotels in Woodstock](https://www.expedia.ca/Woodstock-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d7939-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Las-Vegas-Resort-Spa.h426550.Hotel-Information) > > [APAHotels Hotels in Tokyo](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Hotels-APA-Hotels.0-0-d179900--bAPAHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Cavendish](https://www.expedia.ca/Cavendish-Hotels.d181919.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Beechwood B&B](https://www.expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-Beechwood-BB.h18303560.Hotel-Information) > > [Resorts Udaipur](https://www.expedia.ca/Udaipur-Resort-Hotels.d3610-aaResortHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Osaka Excel Hotel Tokyu](https://www.expedia.ca/Osaka-Hotels-OSAKA-EXCEL-HOTEL-TOKYU.h36837845.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Seattle](https://www.expedia.ca/Seattle-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Seattle.h29049536.Hotel-Information) > > [Las Alcobas, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Mexico City](https://www.expedia.ca/Mexico-City-Hotels-Las-Alcobas.h3499699.Hotel-Information) > > [Waterstone Resort & Marina Boca Raton, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Boca-Raton-Hotels-Waterstone-Resort-Marina-Boca.h15626.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Rock and Roll Hall of Fame](https://www.expedia.ca/Rock-And-Roll-Hall-Of-Fame-Hotels.0-l6066275-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Quality Inn & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Val-DOr-Hotels-Quality-Inn-Suites.h4207139.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Fairfax](https://www.expedia.ca/Fairfax-Hotels.d8062.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Fargo (FAR) to Winnipeg (YWG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/far/ywg/fargo-to-winnipeg) > > [Flights from Ferno (MXP) to Mestre (VCE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/mxp/vce/milan-to-venice) > > [Flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Oakland (OAK)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/buf/oak/buffalo-to-oakland) > > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to Chiang Mai (CNX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/cnx/toronto-to-chiang-mai) > > [Flights from Dorval (YUL) to Tocumen (PTY)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/pty/montreal-to-panama-city) > > [Flair Airlines](https://www.expedia.ca/Flair-Airlines-Flights.cF8.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Abbotsford (YXX) to Los Angeles (LAX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxx/lax/abbotsford-to-los-angeles) > > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to Grand Rapids (GRR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/grr/toronto-to-grand-rapids) > > [Flights from St. John's (YYT) to Kenner (MSY)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyt/msy/st-johns-to-new-orleans) ### Activities ### Packages > [Cuba](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/44/Cuba) ### General