The View Boutique Hotel & Spa

Hotels
8.9 (1058 reviews)
9 Hillside Road , Amanzimtoti , za

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and spacious rooms
Friendly and welcoming staff
Beautiful facilities and view
Cons:
Food service issues
Difficulty in location access
High cost for certain amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.95
Most reviews indicate cleanliness was good, with specific mentions of clean and spacious rooms.
Service
9.35
Overall, service was frequently described as friendly and welcoming, though a few inconsistencies in food service were noted.
Location
8.95
Many reviewers appreciated the location, although there were mentions of difficulty reaching the hotel.
Room Quality
9.25
Rooms were described as spacious and clean, with good amenities, but there were comments about the noise from some rooms.
Amenities
8.95
Amenities received positive feedback, especially the pool and room facilities.
Value for Money
8.45
Some comments suggested the pricing felt high considering certain amenities and service issues.
Food and Beverage
7.95
Food quality and service received mixed reviews, with some describing long wait times and incorrect orders.
Overall Experience
9.35
While there were some issues mentioned, most reviews conveyed a very positive overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 09:36

Property Description

Stunning Ocean Views and Luxurious Accommodation

Surrounded by Tropical Gardens and Pools
Indulge in the tranquility of lush gardens and refreshing pools, offering a serene escape from the bustling city life.

Award-Winning Dining and Relaxation
Savor exquisite cuisine in a picturesque setting while enjoying panoramic views. Unwind in a private spa-room or on a veranda, ensuring a truly rejuvenating experience.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Amanzimtoti, with golf courses, pristine beaches, and the renowned Aliwal Shoal dive site just moments away.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at the View Boutique Hotel & Spa.

Important information:

Once a booking has been made, a Credit Card Authorization Form will be e-mailed to you. Please complete and send it back to The View Guest Lodge within 24 hours of making the booking.

During check-in, the guest must present both the credit card and ID. A valid driver's license or passport are all accepted forms of identification.

Bookings where the guest is not the credit card holder will only be accepted if the guest can provide a copy of the credit card and a valid copy of the card holder's ID upon check-in.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for ZAR 180 per person per night when using an available cot.
    People no matter the age stay for ZAR 700 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1058 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.95
Service: 9.35
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 9.25
Amenities: 8.95
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 7.95
Overall Experience: 9.35
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Tim • extended_group • gb
8
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Andile • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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HenDeb • solo_traveller • za
9
Pros:

Beautiful venue, staff friendly and helpful.
Excellent breakfast menu
Comfortable room.
Spa beautifully appointed with friendly staff.

Cons:

For a hotel of this standard and quality, thick, soft bath sheets would be much better than small bath towels.

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Dawood • family_with_children • za
8
it was exceptionally good
Pros:

"room", "view", "breakfast" and the "staff" was extremly helpful and polite

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Warren Shapiro • solo_traveller • za
8
A very pleasant stay
Pros:

Nice, spacious apartment. Very friendly staff. Great views. The apartment was really nice.

Cons:

Minor issues: the aircon in the main lounge area was not working and the kitchen lacked a couple of basic items like a chopping board, veggie knife, dessert spoons.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Ufuk • solo_traveller • tr
7
Cons:

Elektrik ve İnternet ara sıra kesildi

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Schorreels • couple • be
8
Pros:

Mooi hotel complex en heel mooi appartement

Cons:

Eten en ontbijt zijn duur ivm andere hotels in zuid Afrika

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Yvette • couple • za
8
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Susanne • extended_group • de
9
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
K
Kuda • couple • za
5
Short and sweet
Pros:

It’s alright

Cons:

A bit of renovation is required

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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slindile • couple • za
10
2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Mbali • couple • za
10
It was a perfect getaway & would love to visit again
Pros:

Cleanliness, it’s located in a quiet area, staff is well trained very friendly. The food is delicious.

Cons:

Nothing honestly

2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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Dr N Mongoato • family_with_children • za
10
A very fantastic stay
Pros:

Peaceful environment
Top class restaurant and food
Very friendly staff
Cleanliness

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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thabani • couple • za
10
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Oosthuizen • solo_traveller • za
9
It was very good
Pros:

Breakfast and the restaurant was excellent

Cons:

Would liked more coffee and water in the room

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Theoshan • couple • za
10
2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Thoko • family_with_children • za
9
I had a wonderful time
Pros:

Breakfast was good but it was a little far from my room

Cons:

No comments

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Lwazi • couple • za
10
Hotel and the facilities are good just the breakfast
Pros:

Breakfast is not so great ..but over all everything is perfect. For a 5 star hotel we require cold breakfast and warm breakfast buffet which is included in our bill . I went to wimpy for a breakfast

Cons:

Breakfast

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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DIDIER • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Jenine • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

The calmness and view

Cons:

The next door neighbours noise

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee