9 Self-Catering Accommodations In Kwazulu Natal, South Africa - Updated 2024

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KwaZulu-Natal is a coastal town in South African province, famously known for its beaches, mountains, and savannah populated by big game. People travel from different destination to KwaZulu-Natal just to discover its varied attractions. Such includes the African Bird of Prey Sanctuary, Hare Krishna Temple of Understanding, the Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve and the Nelson Mandela Capture Site. KwaZulu-Natal has everything to see and do. While planning for a vacation you should make sure you choose accommodation which will suit all your wants. To do that, check out the best and most comfortable self-catering accommodations in Kwazulu Natal, South Africa for great deals.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 07, 2024.

1. Spacious home with amazing facilities (from USD 130)

Travel for a weekend adventure at Orchard Manor which is situated at central park, South Africa. This manor is fully furnished with comfortable furnishings such as two bedrooms with the main bedroom having a king bed, a large bathroom with shower, open plan kitchenette with dining room, lounge, cozy fireplace and a charming outdoor patio offering a scenic view of the champagne castle mountain peaks. This manor also has a raised bed, ramp and lip-free shower for the disabled. Other basic amenities include internet, safety features, parking, washer& dryer, towels, linens, and entertainment. It’s a perfect place to stay with friends for a weekend getaway.

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182.26 km (113.3 mi) from uShaka Marine World
3 reviews  
Apartment 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 5
Minimum Nights: 1
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The beds were comfortable and the home was well supplied for our needs
Cleanliness:
Everything was clean and well kept
Host:
to make our stay so welcoming
Great communication with the host Clean and lovely and lots to do in the region
Thanks Glenn for the advice for trips in the area and to both of you
We keep you and this beautiful space in our memories of our unforgettable ZA trip Wishing you the very best Dieter & Susie Switzerland
Location:
We thoroughly enjoyed the 3 days we stayed at Glenn & Shannon's Orchard Manor within the very pittoresque hillside lanscape and beautiful views and its "farmhouse" character
The location was perfect - quiet and peaceful but close to lots of hiking and other things to see and do
This is a one of a kind opportunity to stay in a country manor house overlooking beautiful mountains
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2. An ocean view cottage (from USD 38)

Come and unwind at this cottage which is only two minutes’ drive to the local beach and 20-minute drive from downtown. This private cottage has comfortable furnishings and appliances such as an open plan lounge, one bedroom which offers beautiful sea views, en-suite bathroom, a fully furnished kitchen with a fridge and microwave and a garden. This cottage is only a few minutes away from the shopping mall, gym, Anstey’s beach, and Heidi’s café. Basic amenities include continuous Wi-Fi, cable TV, laptop-friendly workspace, heating, towels, toiletries, family features, cooking basics, garden and safety features. It’s a perfect place for your affordable business travel and vacation.

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Durban , KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
3.96 km (2.5 mi) from uShaka Marine World
212 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cottage 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the room was comfortable amenities good and view beautiful
nice pool fully equipped kitchen and spectacular view
the cottage is comfortable well equipped and has a great view
lovely garden spot to work or chill by the cottage you stay in and a shared pool
comfortable sea view within walking distance to the beaches
Cleanliness:
the cottage was clean and well described
comfortable bed with clean spacious room toiletries and a kitchen
thanks for accommodating my sister and for bringing over clean towels for her
great location welcoming and helpful hosts clean and well-equipped cottage
awesome experience the accommodation is very nice clean and comfortable and with a stunning view
Host:
wonderful hosts and amazing place
these superhosts where superb hosts
the hosts were amazing and dogs were very friendly
what made my visit so wonderful was the hospitality i received from the hosts
such friendly hosts thanks so much guys
Location:
so close to the sea it's fabulous and very safe
lovely walk to the deserted beach just five mins away
walking distance to good restaurants grocery and butchery
a wonderful little cottage in a wonderful location with even more wonderful hosts
in a safe road with beaches in walking distance
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3. Exclusive beach apartment with stunning views (from USD 87)

Visit and stay at an exclusive beach apartment which is located in an upmarket residential area. Just 2.5 km (1.6 miles) from Umhlanga village and a few meters from the beach. This apartment is equipped with comfortable furnishings and modern accessories such as two bedrooms with clean linens, a large bathroom with toiletries, lounge, fully stocked kitchen with cooking basics and a garden. Other basic amenities include Wi-Fi, parking, cable TV, heating, laptop-friendly workspace, washer, air conditioning, beach essentials, family features, coffee maker, safety facilities and barbecue grill. It’s an ideal place for a family.

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Umhlanga, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa
13.41 km (8.4 mi) from uShaka Marine World
287 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 3 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
facilities and amenities - perfect
the kitchen lounge and rooftop all have great views of the sea
great location comfortable all amenities & amazing sea views
beautiful apartment with nice amenities
the couch was super comfy with blankets provided to feel snuggly whilst watching tv
Cleanliness:
spotlessly clean and very comfortable
neat clean and wonderful place all round
it is immaculately clean
comfortable beds soft clean linen and thick fluffy towels
the unit is modern and clean
Host:
the host was cooperative and friendly
teresa is very nice host
the host is friendly helpful and efficient
teresa is a stunning host
our hosts were very friendly and accommodating
Location:
the location is quite good
comfortable and stylish great location
one of the best location in umhlanga
the location is excellent with easy access to durban and imhalanga
great location when you want to explore to area
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4. Beautiful apartment with gorgeous sea views (from USD 102)

Travel and relax at this beautiful spacious apartment with stunning sea views which is located at Durban North, South Africa. This beautiful apartment is fully equipped with modern furnishings which are comfortable such as a large TV, two bedrooms with are both ensuites with beautiful Egyptian linens, a comfortable lounge offering scenic views and a dining room which also has sea views. Recreational facilities available include table tennis, a dart board and barbeque facilities for a great holiday. Basic amenities include Wi-Fi, towels, air conditioning, parking, heater, refrigerator, coffeemaker, entertainment, and safety features. It’s perfect for travelers who want to have a luxurious holiday in a calm place with charming sea views.

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10.83 km (6.8 mi) from uShaka Marine World
7 reviews   Wifi Available
Apartment 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 5
Minimum Nights: 1
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The rest of the home is exquisite
The only thing lacking was block out curtains for the main bedroom
Had a great time in there with friends eating cocktails and laughter
Host:
It was all and more than advertised
We found our hosts welcoming
With a very early sunrise it made it impossible to sleep in
This is a 5 star home that I will definitely utilize again when I am in the country
Location:
Easy access Close to beach
The nature reserve and trails right near the house made for a perfect morning jog with my boys and Seattle Coffee Co just 1km from the house was perfect to cap it all off Easy access to several gr...
It is exquisite Location is very convenient for the hot spots in Durban (south / north side)
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5. Sea-facing penthouse on the tropical south coast (from USD 38)

Travel for a weekend adventure at the sea-facing penthouse which is situated at the charming tropical hibiscus coastline. This penthouse features comfortable furnishings like three bedrooms with comfortable beds, fully furnished kitchen with all modern cooking basics and appliances, clean bathrooms with toiletries and entertainment devices with movies and music. There’s also a restaurant on-site perfect for nightlife. Other basic amenities include free parking, air conditioning, washer and dryer, bathroom essentials, heating, laptop-friendly workspace, bedroom essentials, and entertainment facilities. It’s a perfect destination all year round to visit with family.

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Margate, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
131.88 km (82.0 mi) from uShaka Marine World
116 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire townhouse 5 Beds 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
fantastic views comfortable living great amenities spacious living
huge and well equipped apartment with beautiful sea views
the air conditioner was a welcome feature on the days when the weather improved
the view is stunning the apartment was fully equipped and satisfied all our holiday needs
beautiful apartment with amazing views excellent host- real holiday to remember
Cleanliness:
the penthouse is clean and modern
it was beautiful and clean
nice spacious well equipped and clean place
kitchen & bathrooms spotless beds comfy showers good
it was very clean comfortable and a spectacular view
Host:
man is an excellent host
mano was a great host
besides the home mano was a great host
this place was incredible the host was extremely nice and understanding
easy contact with the host makes it a safe pleasurable and memorable holiday
Location:
loved the location as well as the apartment
very well located upmarket and pleasant
very nice place very close to the beach
wonderful apartment with prime location to the local restaurants and the secluded beach
best beach in ramsgate and a short walk away
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6. The beach house for 10

Come and enjoy the stay at the beach house which is located at the village of Southbroom, one of the most popular golf clubs in Kwazulu Natal. The rooms are fully furnished with modern appliances and comfortable furnishings such as large open living room, eight high-quality beds with fresh linens, clean bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen with cooking basics, garden and sliding doors leading to the patio and pool. You can enjoy a tasty meal or an evening out at the on-site restaurant. Basic amenities include washer, bathroom essentials, Wi-Fi, cable TV, laptop-friendly workspace, air conditioning, free parking and bed essentials. It’s an ideal place to visit with family for a weekend adventure.

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Southbroom, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
135.48 km (84.2 mi) from uShaka Marine World
67 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire villa 8 Beds 10 Guests 5 Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 10

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the view is amazing and the air-conditioning in the 2 upstairs rooms was a real bonus
wifi was good and working well pretty fast
all the rooms are really spacious and have beautiful views
the pool is private but not secluded you could clearly see in from the house next door
Cleanliness:
clean and well maintained property
the house was clean and well equipped
the pool was wonderful and kept clean
the facility is well equipped clean and well maintained
but the house was quite big for her to keep it really clean
Host:
stephanie was very responsive
beatrice was extremely helpful
stephanie was helpful and quick to respond to queries
beatrice was a great help and very friendly
beatrice is a gem - such a lovely lady and so efficient and helpful
Location:
great house in a perfect location
the location of the house is fabulous since the property has direct beach access close to granny's pool
great location and almost private beach
great location space and a wonderful housekeeper beatrice
excellent location house in need of a bit of tlc though
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7. A comfy apartment at Umhlanga main beach

Travel and have your outdoor adventures at Umhlanga main beach which is located in Umhlanga. The air-conditioned rooms are beautifully decorated with comfortable furnishings such as a large open ling area, dining area with a fully stocked kitchen with appliances and cooking basics, two double bedrooms with quality beds and linens, clean bathrooms with showers, baby cot and laundry in the complex with washing mashing and dishwasher. There’s a restaurant on-site which serves authentic burgers, steak, seafood, and pizzas. Basic amenities include ceiling fans, secure parking, braai & swimming area, garden with patio furniture, Wi-Fi and family features. It’s an ideal place for a family with kids.

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Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
16.71 km (10.4 mi) from uShaka Marine World
106 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 3 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the apartment very well situated with great views and amenities especially the air conditioning
the wifi connection works perfectly strong
wifi is good and there are lots of tv channels available
nice view of the ocean from the balcony and the rooms & bathrooms were clean
brad's apartment is absolutely gorgeous and very close to a lot of amenities and the beach
Cleanliness:
neat & clean space
the space was clean and was well equipped
clean and in ideal location
it was clean and comfortable and conveniently central
we booked the place for a week and it was exceptionally clean
Host:
host was very responsive throughout
brad was a wonderful host
host is nice and responsive
brad was a great host and very accommodating
we loved the choice of restaurants that brad the host recommended
Location:
great location to beach and airport
perfect location and great value
good location and easy walking distance to shops and beach
great location easy check in
a nicely furnished flat in a good location
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8. A bright and cozy home with a pool (from USD 33)

Come and relax at Glengarth Cottages which is located at Hilton, it’s a 20-minute walk from the town center, 17 km (10.5 miles) from Pietermaritzburg airport and 2.9 km (1.8 miles) from the Queen Elizabeth nature reserve. The cottage is fully equipped with modern appliances such as a TV, bedroom with quality linens, the bathrooms have toiletries, a spacious living room and a fully equipped kitchen with oven and microwave for guests to prepare their own meals. Other basic amenities available are free Wi-Fi, parking, entertainment and family services, non-smoking rooms, barbecue facilities, garden, and recreational facilities. It’s an ideal place to visit with family for a weekend adventure.

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9. One more oceanfront stay

Come and relax at Milkwood Seaview apartment which is located new the popular Umhlanga village. The rooms are equipped with beautiful furnishings such as a fully equipped kitchen with appliances, a spacious and elegant lounge, comfy bedroom with high-quality queen size bed, ensuite bathroom with a shower and a garden. There are plenty of good restaurants and beaches on-site. Other basic amenities include laptop friendly workspace, free parking, hot tub, pool, free Wi-Fi, cooking basics, balcony, and air conditioning. It’s an ideal place for a couple holiday or honeymoon.

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Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
14.24 km (8.9 mi) from uShaka Marine World
207 reviews  
Entire apartment 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
air-conditioning makes the rooms more comfortable
the view is wonderful and air-conditioning is available in the living room and bedroom
lovely sea views and a stunning apartment
central accommodation the air conditioning was great
the apartment had a gorgeous view
Cleanliness:
sparkling clean and a warm welcome awaits you
house is clean and stylish and has everything you need
the place was impeccably clean and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay
it is clean and comfortable with added extras which was a nice touch
the apartment is so stylish not to mention spotlessly clean
Host:
brigid was a great host that made us feel at home
wonderful hosts friendly and accommodating
she was very accommodating and ensured that i was well taken care of
thank you brigid you are an exceptional host
superb place and great hosts
Location:
great location super hosts
it’s very private and in the perfect location
the accommodation was beautiful and in a perfect location
close proximity to the city but not in the city; homely atmosphere; comfortable bed
great location right by the beach and stunning place
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Discover all the gems in Kwazulu Natal

Are you looking for the best self-catering accommodations in Kwazulu Natal, South Africa? You have come to the right place. Above you will find various accommodation each offering world-class services. Book one and enjoy your stay in Kwazulu Natal

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