📍 Umhlanga Rocks, uMhlanga · Durban · South Africa

Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House

An owner-run boutique guest house on Umhlanga's Ridge Road, with ocean views from every one of its 7 rooms.

★ 4.9 Exceptional 218 reviews · Google
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NIGHTLY RATE
from ZAR R1,700
GPS COORDINATES
29.7482° S · 31.0721° E
LANDMARK DISTANCE
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CHECK-IN / OUT
From 14:00 – Before 10:00
PROPERTY CLASS
★★★★ Boutique Guest House

About the Property

An Owner-Run Ocean View Retreat

Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House is an owner-run, 4-star graded property on Ridge Road in Umhlanga Rocks, run by owner Snezana Gnjatic and a small team she describes as the heart of the guest house. Just 7 individually styled rooms, each with its own deck or balcony, ocean or garden views, air conditioning, a Smart TV, minibar and Molton Brown toiletries, keep the property intimate — it sleeps a maximum of 14 guests.

A rooftop sun deck and pool, an Ocean View Lounge and an honesty bar sit above the rooms, and a cooked breakfast is included in every rate, served in the indoor or outdoor dining area. The multilingual team, fluent in English, Zulu, Xhosa and Serbo-Croatian, can arrange airport transfers, local taxis and laundry, and act as a concierge for exploring Umhlanga.

The guest house is not suitable for children under 12 or guests with mobility challenges, and it does not run its own restaurant beyond breakfast — staff instead recommend nearby dining and shopping in Umhlanga.

✓ 4.9/5 on Google (218 reviews) ✓ Owner-run, 4-star graded, just 7 rooms ✓ Rooftop pool deck with Indian Ocean views

Rooms & Pricing

7 Rooms · Sleeps 21

Prices are approximate and vary by season and booking platform. Check the current rate with the stay.

Suite 1

ZAR R2,300 (single) / R3,300 (double)

1 available · Full bathroom, double basin, corner bath and large shower · King size bed (or twin)

↳ 38 m² ↳ Private 14 m² sun deck ↳ Ocean and garden views ↳ Ideal for honeymooners

Room 2

ZAR R1,800 (single) / R2,650 (double)

1 available · Ocean-view bathroom · Extra-length bed, twin or extra-large king

↳ 22.5 m² ↳ Private 6 m² deck ↳ Ocean views ↳ Garden views

Room 3

ZAR R1,800 (single) / R2,650 (double)

1 available (max 2 guests) · Open-plan shower with separate toilet · Extra-length king, convertible to twins

↳ 20.5 m² ↳ 2 m² deck with ocean views ↳ Muted-tone décor

Room 4

ZAR R1,700 (single) / R2,600 (double)

1 available · En-suite bathroom with ocean views · Extra-length king, divides to twins

↳ 19.5 m² ↳ 6 m² private deck ↳ Pool and ocean views ↳ Centrally located

Room 5

ZAR R1,800 (single) / R2,650 (double)

1 available · Ocean-view shower · Extra-length king, converts to two singles

↳ 23 m² ↳ 25 m² private courtyard ↳ Private entrance ↳ Large desk and easy chair

Room 6

ZAR R1,850 (single) / R2,700 (double)

1 available · Spacious luxury bathroom · Extra-length king, 100% cotton percale linen

↳ 23 m² ↳ Ground floor ↳ Floor-to-ceiling windows ↳ Nespresso maker ↳ No private balcony

Room 7

ZAR R1,850 (single) / R2,700 (double)

1 available · Large en-suite with shower · Extra-length queen

↳ 28.5 m² ↳ 7.5 m² deck with Durban harbour views ↳ Bedroom plus sitting area ↳ Popular with corporate travellers

Conference & Group Packages

Meeting hall for corporate events, training, birthday parties and baby showers. Tailor-made packages available.

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🍳 Sumptuous breakfast is included in every room rate, served in the indoor or outdoor dining area. The guest house does not operate its own restaurant; staff recommend nearby dining options in Umhlanga.

Facilities

Everything You Need

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Sumptuous Breakfast Included
Served daily in the indoor or outdoor dining area
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Swimming Pool
Rooftop pool deck with sun loungers
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Free WiFi
Complimentary throughout
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Secure Off-Street Parking
Plus luggage storage
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Honesty Bar
Limited selection, self-service
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Gas Braai
Available by arrangement
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Laundry & Ironing
On request, additional charge
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Airport Transfers
And local taxi arrangements, additional fee
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Concierge & Reception
On-site staff until 8pm
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Ocean View Lounge
Top-floor communal gathering space with panoramic views

Getting Here

Location & Directions

GPS COORDINATES

29.7482° S
31.0721° E

PHYSICAL ADDRESS

28 Ridge Rd
Umhlanga Rocks
uMhlanga
4319

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