UMTHUNZI HOTEL AND CONFERENCE - Umtentweni Hotels

Rooms include Deluxe Double/Twin, Executive, and the Honeymoon Suite with a round bed and private lounge. Many rooms have balconies overlooking the ocean. Each room comes with free Wi-Fi, tea/coffee supplies, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with toiletries. Some rooms lack a fridge or have limited privacy due to missing lace curtains - an issue noted in reviews. Air conditioning and daily housekeeping are standard.

The on-site restaurant, 30° SOUTH, offers panoramic sea views from its terrace deck. Breakfast is a buffet with options like omelettes and fresh bread, widely praised by guests. Dinner menus are limited (often only three main dishes), but seafood platters and generous portions are highlights. The chef accommodates special requests, though vegetarian/vegan choices are few. Complimentary tea and coffee are available in the lounge.

An outdoor swimming pool (open year-round) with pool/beach towels is available. The spa offers back, foot, full body, and couples massages, plus a wellness centre. Billiards and darts are in the games area. Nearby, you can hike the Umtentweni Conservancy trail or play at 10 top-tier golf courses. The beach is a short walk away - perfect for morning jogs or sunset walks.

Umthunzi Hotel sits in Umtentweni, a 5-minute walk from Ntwini Beach and 30 km from Margate. Durban is an hour's drive north. The area features Blue Flag beaches, the Wild Coast Sun casino, and the Port Shepstone Country Club. Hiking trails and golf courses are within easy reach. Free secure parking is provided.

Multiple conference rooms with modern AV equipment and catering are available. Services include fax/photocopying, meeting/banquet facilities, and packed lunches. Room service operates daily. The hotel has 24-hour security, CCTV, smoke alarms, and key-access safes. Free Wi-Fi covers all areas. Family rooms and a designated smoking area are also offered.