The Windermere Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (145 reviews)
35 Humewood Road , Summerstrand , ZA

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Spacious rooms
Good food
Cons:
Stains on bedding
Parking issues
Insecurity regarding car safety

Categories

Cleanliness
7.39
Stains noted on curtains and bedding.
Service
9.36
Staff received high praise for being friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.9
Close to airport and walking distance from Kings beach.
Room Quality
7.85
Spacious rooms, but some issues with maintenance.
Amenities
8.38
Positive reviews on bar and shower quality.
Value for Money
8.84
Rooms are spacious and had a good shower.
Food and Beverage
8.39
Good breakfast and dinner options.
Overall Experience
8.86
Mixed feelings; great staff vs issues with services.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 12:40

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Enjoy air-conditioned rooms, with a sea-view balcony available in select rooms. Relax with modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, minibar, and private bathroom.

Delicious Dining Options
Start your day with a delightful breakfast buffet offering a variety of options including Full English/Irish breakfast. Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant.

Great Leisure Facilities
Unwind by the outdoor swimming pool, or have fun playing billiards. Explore nearby attractions like Humewood Beach and The Boardwalk.

Experience comfort and relaxation at The Windermere Hotel. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 145 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.39
Service: 9.36
Location: 8.9
Room Quality: 7.85
Amenities: 8.38
Value for Money: 8.84
Food and Beverage: 8.39
Overall Experience: 8.86
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Hermien • solo_traveller • za
6
It was good.
Pros:

The hotel was in fantastic location. I could see the ocean right from the hotel. Location in general was perfect for where I needed to be. Close to shops, airport and the beach. Breakfast was very good.

Cons:

I didn't like the lack of staff visibility at reception. When I arrived, I had no way of calling for someone or ringing a bell of some kind. They always seem to hide in the back office and check the security cameras to see if anyone is at the front. I also went out in the afternoon and when I came back, had difficulty getting back into the hotel. the front door was locked and it seems the 3 bell buttons didn't work well so I had to call a number from my booking info to get someone to open the door for me. Again, due to also no one being at reception that could have had direct visibility of the entrance. When I wanted to put my rental car in secure parking, I had trouble getting someone again at reception. They saw me on the cameras and buzzed the front door open for me instead of coming to the front to talk to me. I had to wait few mins longer before someone finally came which was not even front desk but potentially a cleaner that asked what they could help me with and I asked about my car to be parked in secure parking. Then I was told they would call me or come to knock on my apartment door. We also discovered that the room phone didn't work. It was out of order. The premises are wonderful. The building and rooms require maintenance and the service needs to be improved from a general hospitality perspective. I work in luxury hospitality and am very attentive on service in general. Otherwise, the staff was extremely friendly and helpful when you did converse with them. Another observation I had was there was no information in the room related to the phone. How to use it. What to dial when you need to speak to someone and arrange something or have a question. No info on surrounding area where the hotel is for things to do and see.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Karel • solo_traveller • za
2
Horrible
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything, Towels were smelly, No soap in the showers, only 1 towel in the room, verandah very dirty etc, I stayed 1 night because it was a horrible experience and they didn't even want to give my 2 nd nights monies back.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Marcel • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

The hotel was easy to locate and access and checking in very smooth.
Staff were super helpful and went beyond the call of duty on all accounts.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Pelisa • family_with_children • za
7
Weekend stay
Pros:

The staff are exceptional
The rooms are very spacious with a lounge area which is a treat.
The bathroom was good.
The breakfast was hearty and delicious

Cons:

Birds living on the roof were noisy and disruptive
Door to the balcony did not lock and felt unsafe
The wifi connection was very weak and barely worked
There are minor incomplete aspects like: blinds in the bathroom for complete privacy, lighting at night is poorly designed and there was only one working bedside lamp.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Sibulele • couple • za
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Ondrej • couple • cz
9
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Nomahlubi • couple • za
10
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Lizwi • solo_traveller • za
9
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Gift • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Sibulele • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

Great staff, spacious and clean rooms. Hidden Gem

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Sami Diuli • couple • br
10
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Rita • couple • za
9
Home away from home
Pros:

Nice, clean and spacious

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • extended_group • za
10
Sunning rooms, Amazing bathrooms, friendly staff, awesome breakfast.
Pros:

First of all, the rooms were huge. The bed and lounge suite were so comfortable But the bathroom was amazing. The shower was 2.5m x 2.5m - amazing shower pressure. The hath was nice and big. Really one of the best rooms I have stayed in.
The breakfast was amazing - one of the best omelettes I have ever had.
The staff were great - friend and accommodating!

Special mention to the decor and the - really stunning

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
M
Markus • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Nomawonga • solo_traveller • za
9
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
C
Carol • couple • za
10
Pros:

Staff is very friendly and helpful.. Had my daughter farewell pics taken there.
Beautiful place.
There was just a very unfriendly guest that also had their son matric farewell there. And didn't wanted us to take pics at certain places as they booked.. I did find that very strange and upsetting as why be rude if you not even using the space or not really taking pics.. That was the only thing but further then that everything was 10/10
The 2 x managers was really very helpful and excellent service

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Zamokuhle • couple • za
10
Excellent
Pros:

The host was exceptionally friendly and accommodating. He assisted us with parking the vehicle and kindly helped carry our luggage. As we had to depart early in the morning, he even offered to prepare breakfast for us in advance.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
J
Jessica • couple • za
9
Pros:

I loved everything about the place

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Louise • couple • za
9
Relaxing, good location
Pros:

Good location. Friendly staff. Beautiful setting. Lovely breakfast

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Franco • solo_traveller • sm
7
Good for 1 night since it's cheap related to other accomodation.
Pros:

The location isn't bad, even if they sell "ocean view" rooms which are in fact on a second line to the ocean.

Cons:

The room is very big and almost empty, very cold, and with strange noises ion the walls at night.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee