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Surf Motel

3.0 star property
Beach hotel in eMdloti with free parking

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Chalet, Garden View
Chalet, Garden View
Chalet, Ocean View | Balcony
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Chalet

Chalet

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Chalet, Garden View | Private kitchen

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

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Chalet, Garden View

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

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Chalet, Ocean View

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

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Chalet (6) | Garden view

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

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Chalet, Garden View

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
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About the area

Located in eMdloti, Surf Motel is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Durban Beach. Japanese Gardens and Hillary Park are also worth visiting. With snorkeling, windsurfing, and surfing/body boarding nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Map
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 - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 10 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 10 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tightline - ‬3 min drive
  • Steers
  • Bel Punto
  • ‪Sand Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • Wimpy

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 coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Beach umbrellas, barbecue grills, 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.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Separate sitting areas, microwaves, and stovetops

Languages

English, Zulu

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • 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

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?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Surf Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Surf Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM.

What time is check-out at Surf Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Surf Motel located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this eMdloti hotel is steps from Umdloti Beach and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Sibaya Casino. Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Surf Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Wendy-Ann

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mick , York

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017