Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Express check-in/check-out
Private check-in/check-out
Grocery deliveries
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Need for room renovations

Categories

Cleanliness
7.2
Mixed reviews on cleanliness with mentions of dirty appliances and spider webs.
Service
9.2
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.2
Multiple reviews highlight the excellent location near the beach and restaurants.
Room Quality
7.2
Concerns about old appliances and uncomfortable mattresses were noted.
Amenities
8.2
Some positive feedback on amenities but also mentions of missing items and broken facilities.
Value for Money
8.2
Considered good value for the location despite some issues.
Food and Beverage
8.2
No specific feedback provided, presumed standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.2
Overall enjoyed stay but with significant areas needing improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 04:47

Property Description

Beachfront Paradise with Exciting Activities

Stunning Beachfront Location: Nestled on the beachfront in Umdloti, Surf Motel offers a picturesque setting with garden views and a sun terrace, perfect for relaxation.

Well-Equipped Chalets: Our chalets feature kitchenettes, private bathrooms, air conditioning, and entertainment options like flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, ensuring a comfortable stay for our guests.

Exciting Activities: With water sports facilities and activities such as surfing, kite-surfing, and fishing available, guests at Surf Motel can experience an unforgettable seaside adventure.

Experience the ultimate beach getaway at Surf Motel in Umdloti. Book now and make unforgettable memories by the sea!

Important information:

Please note that (dogs/pets) will incur an additional charge of (R125) per (day, per chalet), (per dog/pet)
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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
Airport code: DUR

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 636 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.2
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 7.2
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 8.2
Overall Experience: 8.2
S
Shantal • family_with_children • za
8
Pros:

Place was near the beach. Very clean

Cons:

Only 1 bathroom which is in the room and have to disturb the person sleeping to use the bathroom. The doors of the rooms are not nice.

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
P
Phaoe • family_with_children • za
9
Pros:

Excellent location towards the ocean. The atmosphere and the mood was just divine

Cons:

Washing basin that is mounted outside the room it was just an inconvenience..

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
M
Mohale • couple • za
10
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
I
Ivan • family_with_children • za
10
Amazing
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

My stay was too short

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
B
Beier • couple • za
8
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
N
Natasha • extended_group • za
10
I’ve stayed their on numerous occasions it’ has never been a letdown the staff are awesome thank you
Pros:

It was conveniently located

Cons:

Parking

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
H
Helene • couple • at
6
2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
S
Stuart • solo_traveller • za
6
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Wifi was terrible.

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
A
Alessia • extended_group • za
8
Pros:

The proximity to the beach was lovely.

Cons:

The air-conditioning units were quite loud and distracting making it difficult to sleep.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
N
Namsri • couple • bw
9
Other good location and very affordable place 👌
Pros:

Sea views,and cleanliness of the yard

Cons:

The bed pillow cases were not clean,the kitchen zinc was outside the house

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
M
Magdalenna J • family_with_children • za
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
P
Phatiswa • couple • za
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

They dont change bedding ,the towels were dirty

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
N
Nomalungelo • couple • za
4
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
L
Laura • couple • za
8
Amazing
Pros:

The cleanliness and order of the place top tier

Cons:

Nothing all was good

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
A
A Kanapathipillai • solo_traveller • na
10
Excellent. Will return. This was my 3rd stay
Pros:

Great by the ocean. Clean ; Great staff and receptionist goes out of the way to make my staff so enjoyable. Staff are lovely as well

Cons:

N/a

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
Y
Yolanda • extended_group • za
8
Pros:

Location was excellent, loved the outdoor relaxing area, there were extra things given that made the stay lovely, eg body wash, sweets, tea and coffee, Netflix

Cons:

The apartment overall could have been cleaned better, the inside of the microwave was dirty, the paint on the bathroom ceiling was peeling off onto the floor, dirt on the fridge handles

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
C
Chetty • solo_traveller • za
5
2025-12-05 • via Nuitee
D
Deirdre • couple • za
9
Left plotting how to move in permanently.
Pros:

Location was perfect, check‑in so easy it felt suspiciously magical, staff were friendly enough to make me wonder if they were secretly angels, and the room was clean, comfortable, and smelled like heaven had a linen closet.

Cons:

One extra hook in the bathroom would have saved me from inventing “towel origami.”

2025-12-05 • via Nuitee
N
natalie • family_with_children • za
9
2025-12-05 • via Nuitee
M
McInnes • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

Proximity to the beach and the friendliness of the staff. The fact they allowed dogs and an early check in added to the great experience. Aircon was a bonus and the view from the balcony of the ocean was spectacular.

2025-12-03 • via Nuitee