Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: DUR

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 691 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
A
Allen • couple • au
7
Pros:

Location and easy access

Cons:

Aircon constantly tripping. Luckily not hot at time of stag.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
A
Aitken • extended_group • gb
9
Would recommend as excellent value for money and delightful staff in a superb position
Pros:

Proximity to beach and little eateries
Great setting

Cons:

Rooms a little close to one another

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
K
Koekemoer • solo_traveller • kr
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
R
Randhir • family_with_children • za
10
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The fact that the host allowed dogs that barked continuously.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
N
N • family_with_children • za
1
Horrific
Pros:

What is advertised is not what you get. Staff is rude and the place id dirty. No extra towels or linen, a struggle to get an extra pillow. Cam not even get a clean set of linen. Showers are dirty. Kitchen stove was rusty. Ceiling sagging looks like it will fall on you any moment. Was a battle just to get tomiet paper or extra tea. Staff are not attentive to your needs. Linen old and smells. Defintely not value for money

Cons:

The need a major revamp and false advertising

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
D
Drisha • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

Amazing place with great views of the Ocean...walking distance to restaurants.Friendly staff and manager...cant wait to go back

Cons:

Loved everything

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
F
Fazlin • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

Across the road from the beach, amenities all in walking distance, very clean and comfortable and very friendly and welcoming staff

Cons:

Not applicable

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
M
Mohale • couple • za
8
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
V
van Dyk • solo_traveller • za
5
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
S
Siphesihle • couple • za
6
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
T
Thokozani • couple • za
10
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
L
Louella • couple • za
9
Pros:

The surf motel lives up to its name: a great location, just a few steps from the beach, plus it's comfortable, clean, and altogether delightful. Highly recommended.

Cons:

Everything was as described. No complaints.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
S
Sheldon • solo_traveller • za
9
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
P
Pravin • family_with_children • za
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
A
Amanda • solo_traveller • za
8
Pros:

The room was clean, the sea breeze and the deck looking towards the sea,the quietness and the shops being a walking distance to the house.

However it is really a last minute resort.

Cons:

The parking space is very limited and if you driving a big car it is very hard to menoviour. It only allows 5 cars in the yard only.

TV quality is bad even with the WiFi connection the picture is blurry.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
K
Kambiz • couple • gb
10
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
C
Célia • extended_group • re
9
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
Q
Quinton • solo_traveller • za
8
Good stay, with very friendly staff. Great location. Pet frienly
Pros:

Great location, friendly staff, Pet Friendly

Cons:

Parking space very limited, standard double bed for two adults, so feet hanging off the edge.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
L
Lizaan • solo_traveller • za
10
Hidden Gem
Pros:

Nokwanda was the main communicator during our stay. She is very helpful and friendly. She made us feel at home even before we arrived. The staff was amazing.
The view from our room was beautiful and the deck made the sunrise watching even more special.
Going to sleep every night, listening to the ocean rumbling felt like a dream.
Perfect place to stay just across the road from the ocean.
I will definitely be visiting again.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
A
Abdullah • solo_traveller • za
8
Pros:

Location was excellent.
Staff was friendly and helpful.
Room was neat and clean.

Cons:

There seemed to be some debris from the ceiling that fell onto the bed.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee