Bayside Taj Hotel

Hotels
7.8 (1213 reviews)
19 Main Harding Road , Port Shepstone , ZA

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Family rooms
Bar
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Good breakfast
Cons:
Poor wifi
Hot water issues
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.54
Overall cleanliness was highlighted positively, but some mentioned issues with water shortages.
Service
8.71
Staff were described as friendly and accommodating in several reviews.
Location
6.75
Mixed sentiments about the location, with some negative comments about industrial surroundings.
Room Quality
8.2
Rooms were generally well-reviewed for cleanliness and comfort.
Amenities
7.23
Some amenities were missing such as a proper TV service and poor internet.
Value for Money
8.19
Overall value was considered fair by several guests against the price paid.
Food and Beverage
7.74
Breakfast received praise, but some felt the variety was lacking.
Overall Experience
8.01
The stay experience was largely positive despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 04:18

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located in Port Shepstone, Bayside Taj Hotel is just a stone's throw away from Port Shepstone Beach and Port Shepstone Country Club, offering easy access to popular attractions in the area.

Comfortable Accommodation
With a variety of room options, including family rooms and those with kitchen facilities, guests can enjoy a comfortable stay tailored to their needs. The multilingual staff are also available 24/7 to assist with any inquiries and provide local tips.

Great Amenities
Guests can unwind at the hotel bar, stay connected with free WiFi throughout the property, and take advantage of the complimentary private parking. The proximity to Mbumbazi Nature Reserve, Southbroom Golf Club, and Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve makes it an ideal choice for nature lovers.

Ready to experience the best of Port Shepstone? Book your stay at Bayside Taj Hotel now!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 1213 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.54
Service: 8.71
Location: 6.75
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 7.23
Value for Money: 8.19
Food and Beverage: 7.74
Overall Experience: 8.01
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Lisa • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Tshegofatso • couple • za
3
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • za
6
Pros:

The bed was comfortable and smelling good.

Cons:

When I was showering, there was water coming down the ceiling board. Which made my hair really wet and I didn't like that cause I was not carrying a hairdryer. So I had to go home wet like that.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • solo_traveller • za
1
Pros:

Staff was friendly

Cons:

It phoned and confirmed it was wheelchair accessible and ok for a person with limited mobility. This was a total lie and this hotel DO NOT support offer rooms, reception or dining area suitable for a wheelchair

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Mavuso • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Sivuyile • couple • za
5
Everything was top notch but one bad deed erases
Pros:

Location
Clean
Friendly staff

Cons:

The body towels were not clean, they are old with holes all over could not even use them

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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shazi • family_with_children • za
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Dlamini • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Letoke kabelo • solo_traveller • za
6
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Marcelle • family_with_children • za
8
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Thembelihle • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

The rooms were clean and spacious.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Frank • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Frank • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Frank • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Etienne • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Mnembe • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

The room was excellent,clean and user friendly.

Cons:

I was not impressed about the towels in the bathroom.There were full of smudges and look like they haven't tasted clean water for a long time.Either than that everything was excellent

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Sabello • solo_traveller • za
3
Pros:

Same as always, the place is okay

Cons:

No Power for almost 2 days, the whole facility has no backup generator, we had to take a cold shower 😕very disappointing.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Shezi • couple • za
10
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Pillay • family_with_children • za
7
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Kroshlan • family_with_children • za
6
it will do for a quick overnight stay
Pros:

Location is good and central, breakfast was decent. 24 hour front desk is great - staff are helpful and friendly! :) Good hot shower. Clean crockery, clean flooring and carpets in common areas and rooms, hand rails along stair cases are well maintained and very useful.

Cons:

While the building appears to be maintained in general and there were renovations done, the interior cleanliness and daily upkeep is lacking - bedsheets were torn and dirty (I recommend you carry your own), toilet was not clean, floor towel was frayed (no other towels provided - I recommend you carry your own). Appearance was good (new decor/ tiling/ lighting/ curtains/ furniture/ TV/ bar fridge/ kettle), but attention should rather be spent on cleanliness in my opinion. I noted used insulin syringes in the parking area - this is unsafe and unsightly, and in this respect the outside areas around the building (especially the areas around the ground floor rooms) needs to be cleared up and maintained. The pub shares a common entrance point from the outside leading up to reception. For this reason security can be improved as I was approached by inebriated individuals while carrying our luggage in - it is possible that this may just have been an odd occurrence. There is a staircase from the parking/ entrance to reception and rooms, so wheelchair access and frail or unsteady persons may have some difficulty.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee