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8.9

Excellent

170 reviews

170 reviews

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Beach1
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7.2

Very good

Location rating score

Very good location - 370 meters to the beach
Parking
FREE
Popular landmarks
Umgeni River Bird Park 9.0 km
Moses Mabhida Stadium 10.9 km
Big Rush Urban Adrenaline 11.2 km
Mitchell Park Zoo 11.6 km
Suncoast Casino 11.6 km
Durban Botanic Gardens 13.6 km
uShaka Wet 'n Wild 14.7 km
uShaka Marine World 14.9 km
The Valley of a 1000 Hills 30.7 km
Nearby landmarks
Umhlanga rocks Beach 370 m
Durban View Park 720 m
Umhlanga Main Beach 850 m
Granada Square 1.3 km
Africa Art Gallery 1.3 km
Natal Shark Board 1.3 km
KZN Day Clinic 1.4 km
Makiwa Gallery 1.4 km
Umhlanga Hospital 1.4 km
Dr Ajesh (Shaun) Janki, Psychiatrist 1.4 km

Chartwell Guest House

88 Chartwell Drive, Umhlanga, Durban, South Africa, 4320 - See map

The car parking and the Wi-Fi are always free, so you can stay in touch and come and go as you please. Conveniently situated in the Umhlanga part of Durban, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous uShaka Marine World. Rated with 4 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to restaurant, indoor pool and outdoor pool on-site.

Highlights

Sparkling clean

Check-in/out [express]

Excellent room comfort & quality

Airport transfer

370 meters to the beach

This property has self-selected and self-certified the following hygiene measures.Learn more
Safety Features
Staff trained in safety protocol
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Preventative Equipment
Hand sanitizer
Health and Medical
First aid kit
Facilities

Airport transfer

Pets allowed

Car park

Shuttle service

Swimming pool [indoor]

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Check-in/out [express]

BBQ facilities

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Durban every 5 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money7.2
Distance to city center1.2 km
Location rating7.2
Nearest airportKing Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Distance to airport14.7 km

Rooms available at Chartwell Guest House

Standard Suite
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  • Room size: 24 m²/258 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 2 single beds or 1 double b...
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Luxury Suite
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  • Room size: 43 m²/463 ft²
  • Sea view
  • 2 single beds or 1 double b...
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Double Room
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  • Room size: 22 m²/237 ft²
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 1 double bed
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Budget Suite
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 1 queen bed
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Family Suite
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  • Room size: 40 m²/431 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 king bed and 2 single bed...
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Standard Double or Twin Room
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  • Room size: 24 m²/258 ft²
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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden View
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  • Room size: 45 m²/484 ft²
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Luxury Room
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  • Room size: 41 m²/441 ft²
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Double single use
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    ECONOMIC SUITE SINGLE ROOM
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      Frequently asked questions

      What time is check-in and check-out at Chartwell Guest House?

      Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee. The hotel offers luggage storage to guests for before check-in and after check-out.

      How do I get to Chartwell Guest House?

      Chartwell Guest House is easy to access from the airport. In fact, you can even book your airport transfer in advance for greater peace of mind with the additional charge of 300 ZAR. Just use the "Let us know what you need" section of the booking page to let the hotel know you want a ride, and they will contact you via the Agoda messaging service. A stay at Chartwell Guest House also comes with easy access to the neighborhoods around the hotel through the convenient shuttle service offered at the hotel. For those who wish to drive their own cars, Chartwell Guest House has a car park right on site for maximum convenience. Parking is free for guests.

      Is breakfast offered at Chartwell Guest House?

      Start your mornings right, with the continental and buffet breakfast options offered at Chartwell Guest House. Adults can enjoy breakfast offered with an additional charge of 80 ZAR if not included in the room rate. You may save on breakfast costs with Agoda by booking a room with breakfast, which is often included for less than buying it at the hotel.

      What is the smoking policy at Chartwell Guest House?

      Chartwell Guest House does not permit smoking in any of its rooms, but allows smoking in designated areas.

      What restaurants are nearby Chartwell Guest House?

      Chartwell Guest House is located in Umhlanga, famous for good restaurants such as Old Town Italy, Circus Circus Cafe and Jack Salmon Fish House.

      What popular shopping places are close to Chartwell Guest House?

      Chartwell Guest House is located in Umhlanga area which features shopping places such as Granada Square, Africa Art Gallery and Makiwa Gallery.

      What are popular attractions near Chartwell Guest House?

      Chartwell Guest House is located in Umhlanga area, which is famous for attractions such as Wavepark Gateway, Durban View Park and Umhlanga Lighthouse.

      What popular beaches are close to Chartwell Guest House?

      Chartwell Guest House is located in the Umhlanga area, which includes Umhlanga rocks Beach, Umhlanga Main Beach and La Lucia Beach.

      What popular natural sightseeing spots are close to Chartwell Guest House?

      Chartwell Guest House is located in the Umhlanga area, which is famous for natural sightseeing destinations such as Natal Shark Board, Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve and Hawaan Forest Nature Reserve.

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      What people love about Chartwell Guest House

      • 10

        Exceptional
        Location

        "Security is very good and also the guest house is also at a very safe neighbourhood and all good restaurants, beach and supermarkets a mere kilometre away."

        Charity

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        April 5, 2021

      • 10

        Exceptional
        Breakfast

        "Their breakfast was devine with all choices available."

        Charity

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        April 5, 2021

      • 10

        Exceptional

        "The place feels like a very warm home and their beds are extra comfortable."

        Charity

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        April 5, 2021

      Property ranking|Compared to 1,399 Durban properties
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      Room comfort score
      6/10
      Service score
      8/10
      Cleanliness score
      8/10
      Room size
      32 sqm.
      Better than
      96
      %
      of Durban properties
      Better than
      94
      %
      of Durban properties
      Better than
      94
      %
      of Durban properties
      Bigger than
      94
      %
      of Durban properties
      Overall rating:

      8.9

      Excellent
      170 reviews
      Cleanliness
      8.0
      Facilities
      9.0
      Location
      7.2
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      More about Chartwell Guest House

      More about Chartwell Guest House

      Chartwell Guest House

      Never miss a single attraction in Durban when staying at Chartwell Guest House. Getting around in Durban is easy when staying at this hotel, strategically placed right in the heart of the city.
      Chartwell Guest House offers impeccable service and all the essential amenities to travelers. Keep up with all your communications easily with the hotel's free Wi-Fi. Getting from and back to the airport can be easily arranged with the hotel's airport transfer services. Shuttle services provided by Chartwell Guest House makes it easy to plan your day trips, sightseeing, and more around Durban.
      Guests can enjoy free parking right at the hotel. Front desk services including express check-in or check-out and luggage storage can assist with your needs. Packing light is possible at Chartwell Guest House thanks to the hotel's laundry service keeping your clothes clean. Feeling lazy? In-room conveniences like room service and daily housekeeping let you get the most out of your room time.
      For the comfort and health of all guests, smoking is not permitted anywhere within the hotel. Smoking is allowed only in the designated smoking areas provided by hotel.
      Designed for comfort, all guestrooms offer a range of amenities to ensure a restful night. For your comfort, some rooms at the hotel are equipped with blackout curtains and air conditioning. Some rooms at Chartwell Guest House even come with extra design features such as a balcony or terrace. In-room entertainment amenities including the cable TV is provided in some rooms.
      In some select rooms, you can find a refrigerator, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker and mini bar at your disposal. Chartwell Guest House also provides a hair dryer and toiletries in bathrooms for select rooms.


      Dining and things to do

      Every day at Chartwell Guest House begins with a delicious in-house breakfast. A variety of convenient and tasty dining options are waiting for you at the hotel, for whenever you get hungry. A memorable night with your travel companions can be had without going far, at the hotel's bar. Do you prefer to cook your own meals? Then you'll love the in-house BBQ facilities.
      Chartwell Guest House offers wonderful recreational facilities for guests to enjoy. Spend some time relaxing at the hotel's pool. Get social at the hotel's shared lounge and TV area, where you can meet other guests.


      Around the property

      Chartwell Guest House is the perfect spot to explore Durban's fascinating cultural sights and attractions. Get fanatical about the local sports team at Moses Mabhida Stadium located 10.8 km away, where you can also find team merchandise and memorabilia. Enjoy the simple pleasures of an oceanside getaway, with Golden Mile located 12.9 km away, where you can turn a good day into a great one with a sea view.


      Reasons to stay here

      Facilities at this hotel are rated higher than 98% of other accommodations in the city.
      Find some excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining better than 96% of the city's other accommodations.
      Guests who stayed here really appreciated the room comfort, scoring it higher than 96% of accommodations in the city.

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      Amenities and facilities

      Exceptional
      Facilities

      9

      Languages spoken
      • English
      Accessibility
      • Wheelchair accessible
      Internet access
      • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
      • Internet services
      • Wi-Fi in public areas
      Things to do, ways to relax
      • Garden
      • Swimming pool [indoor]
      • Swimming pool [outdoor]
      Cleanliness and safety
      • Anti-viral cleaning products
      • Breakfast takeaway service
      • Cashless payment service
      • Daily disinfection in all rooms
      • Daily disinfection in common areas
      • First aid kit
      • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
      • Hand sanitizer
      • Hot water linen and laundry washing
      • Individually-wrapped food options
      • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
      • Rooms sanitized between stays
      • Safe dining setup
      • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
      • Shared stationery removed
      • Staff trained in safety protocol
      • Temperature check for guests and staff
      Dining, drinking, and snacking
      • Bar
      • BBQ facilities
      • Kitchen
      • Restaurants
      • Room service
      Services and conveniences
      • Air conditioning in public area
      • Contactless check-in/out
      • Daily housekeeping
      • Elevator
      • Facilities for disabled guests
      • Food delivery
      • Invoice provided
      • Ironing service
      • Laundry service
      • Luggage storage
      • Safety deposit boxes
      • Smoke-free property
      • Smoking area
      • Terrace
      For the kids
      • Babysitting service
      • Family room
      • Kids meal
      Land sports
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Access
      • CCTV in common areas
      • CCTV outside property
      • Check-in/out [express]
      • Dog-friendly
      • Fire extinguisher
      • Non-smoking rooms
      • Pets allowed
      • Safety/security feature
      • Security [24-hour]
      • Smoke alarms
      Getting around
      • Airport transfer
      • Car park [free of charge]
      • Car park [on-site]
      • Shuttle service
      Available in all rooms
      • Air conditioning
      • Coffee/tea maker
      • Desk
      • Free bottled water
      • Hair dryer
      • Heating
      • In-room safe box
      • Mini bar
      • Non-smoking
      • Refrigerator
      • Seating area
      • Shower
      • Toiletries
      • TV [flat screen]
      • Wi-Fi [free]

      Food and dining

      Breakfast options
      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Full English/Irish

      Location

      88 Chartwell Drive, Umhlanga, Durban, South Africa, 4320
      Very good
      Location

      7.2

      Airports
      • King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
        14.7 km
      • Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB)
        66.7 km
      Public transportation
      • Mount Edgecombe Station
        5.7 km
      • Avoca
        6.1 km
      Hospital or clinic
      • KZN Day Clinic
        1.4 km
      Convenience store
      • Caltex Star Mart
        1.7 km
      Cash withdrawal
      • ATM
        240 m

      What's nearby

      Popular landmarks
      • Umgeni River Bird Park
        9.0 km
      • Moses Mabhida Stadium
        10.9 km
      • Big Rush Urban Adrenaline
        11.2 km
      • Mitchell Park Zoo
        11.6 km
      • Suncoast Casino
        11.6 km
      • Durban Botanic Gardens
        13.6 km
      • uShaka Wet 'n Wild
        14.7 km
      • uShaka Marine World
        14.9 km
      • The Valley of a 1000 Hills
        30.7 km
      Nearby landmarks
      • Umhlanga rocks Beach
        370 m
      • Durban View Park
        720 m
      • Umhlanga Main Beach
        850 m
      • Granada Square
        1.3 km
      • Africa Art Gallery
        1.3 km
      • Natal Shark Board
        1.3 km
      • KZN Day Clinic
        1.4 km
      • Makiwa Gallery
        1.4 km
      • Umhlanga Hospital
        1.4 km
      • Dr Ajesh (Shaun) Janki, Psychiatrist
        1.4 km
      Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

      Property policies

      Children and extra beds

      Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

      All children are welcome.

      Children 0-5 year(s)
      Stay for free if using existing bedding.
      If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
      Guests 6 years and older are considered as adults
      Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
      Others
      • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

      Some helpful facts

      Check-in/Check-out
      • Check-in from14:00
      • Check-out until10:30
      • Reception open until21:00
      Getting around
      • Airport transfer fee300 ZAR
      • Distance from city center1.2 km
      • Travel time to airport (minutes)12
      Extras
      • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)80 ZAR
      • Daily Internet/Wi-Fi fee0 ZAR
      The property
      • Non-smoking rooms/floorsYES
      • Number of bars/lounges0
      • Number of floors1
      • Number of restaurants0
      • Number of rooms 7
      • Year property opened2008
      • Most recent renovation2014
      Parking
      • Daily parking fee0 ZAR

      Reviews of Chartwell Guest House from real guests

      Provided by verified guests of Agoda
      7.5
      /
      10
      Very good
      Cleanliness8.0
      Facilities9.0
      Location7.2
      Room comfort and quality6.0
      Service8.0
      Value for money7.2
      High score for Durban
      Rating
      9+ Exceptional (3)
      8-9 Excellent (0)
      7-8 Very Good (0)
      6-7 Good (1)
      <6 Below Expectation (1)
      Time of the year
      Mar - May (2)
      Jun - Aug (2)
      Sep - Nov (0)
      Dec - Feb (1)
      Showing 5 verified guest comments
      10.0
      Exceptional
      Charity from South Africa
      Family with teens
      Standard Suite
      Stayed 4 nights in April 2021

      Comfortable”

      The place feels like a very warm home and their beds are extra comfortable. Security is very good and also the guest house is also at a very safe neighbourhood and all good restaurants, beach and supermarkets a mere kilometre away. Their breakfast was devine with all choices available. I love love love this place.

      Reviewed April 05, 2021

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      9.2
      Exceptional
      Donald from South Africa
      Couple
      Luxury Suite
      Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

      Exceptional”

      Excellent weekend with super friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely be using Chartwell Guest House again.

      Reviewed June 03, 2019

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      9.7
      Exceptional
      Andrew from United Kingdom
      Couple
      Budget Suite
      Stayed 4 nights in January 2016

      Lovely guest house”

      Room,Food and friendly staff

      Me and my partner had a great time there.Breakfast had plenty of choice, staff very friendly and helpful and rooms immaculate. If there was a slight downside and i dont consider this as one but its a fifteen minute walk to the centre but a taxi is only 30 rand.

      Reviewed February 03, 2016

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      2.0
      belal from South Africa
      Couple
      Standard Suite
      Stayed 2 nights in August 2015

      Unfriendly ”

      Very bad

      Reviewed August 14, 2015

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      6.7
      Good
      Daniel from Netherlands
      Family with young children
      Budget Suite
      Stayed 1 night in June 2015

      the budget suite”

      Quiet location, secure area and free parking lot

      Stayed one night during off season in june at Chartwell Guesthouse. No comments on their friendly staff but we were a bit disappointed about the room. Chartwell provides luxurious suites and we thought we booked a standard suite. The standard suite however turned out to be the 'budget suite' as mentioned on their own website. One should read about this before booking. My mistake. Nevertheless, we believe to think suite no.7 is just a room not a suite. You access the room from the parking lot, which somehow gave me the impression this room used to be a garage originally. The room is quite small and has two windows, one facing the water supply (?) and the other one views the owners laundry. Their website tells the budget suite is great value for a stopover, but considering the money we've spend and other places we've stayed, we believe it's overpriced. The beach is located about 20 minutes walking down a steep road. So basically for most people it can only be reached by car. Same goes for shops and restaurants. If you do want to stay at Chartwell guesthouse I would recommend to book one of the luxurious suites (they look really nice indeed) but to stay away from that budget one.

      Reviewed June 14, 2015

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