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Located within 1.5 mi of Gateway Shoppertainment World, Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House in Durban provides ocean view from the deck and rooms with free WiFi. Set 2.3 mi from Umhlanga Ridge and La Lucia Ridge Office Park, the hotel is also 8.1 mi away from the Durban ICC. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle and a mini bar and have air-conditioner. All rooms boast ocean views and are equipped with a desk and a TV, and certain rooms at Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House have a balcony. Delicious full breakfast is served each morning at the property. Dietary requirements can be accommodated with prior arrangement. Moses Mabhida Stadium is 6.2 mi from the accommodations, while uShaka Marine World is 9.3 mi away. King Shaka International Airport is 12 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
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2 twin beds
1 full bed
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No credit card needed. All options are bookable without a credit card.

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Durban
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Yuan-yuan
    Taiwan Taiwan
    Everything was so pristine and every small details were taken care of. I’m a solo female traveler first time in SA, and Ocean Vista made me feel very safe here. The owner Snezana was super friendly and gave me confidence with my travel. The view...
  • Bree
    United States of America United States of America
    What an extraordinary place! We loved it so much and will definitely try to stay there the next time we are in Durban!
  • Fletcher
    South Africa South Africa
    The host was absolutely lovely and made me feel right at home. The views of the ocean as well as the upstairs deck was beautiful

Managed by Snezana and the Ocean Vista Team

Company review score: 9.9Based on 691 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Passionate about Durban and South Africa, we are committed to providing a facility that cares for guests' well-being as well as the environment, with the inclusion of recycling means, energy and water conservation. We are also very proud of empowering our ladies and inspiring them to set higher goals and standards for themselves. The team speaks 4 languages: English, Serbo-Croatian, Zulu and Xosa and we look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful guest house, for ocean vista and more!

Property info

Designed to make the most of our superb ocean views and located minutes drive from both the heart of Umhlanga and La Lucia Ridge, Ocean Vista Boutique Guest house invites you to make a comfortable, safe base with us to do business or explore Durban, or just relax and feel at home in our care. We promise breakfast with a view, tranquility, personalized service, 7 beautiful ocean view bedrooms and a magnificent roof-top deck with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean, a setting that makes staying at Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House quite memorable. Amazing sunrises, sights and sounds of the ocean, swimming pool, free fast WiFi, credit card facility, secure parking and a tranquil, elegant environment where at the end of a busy day one can unwind watching ships on the horizon from the comfort of the bed or joining other guests upstairs on the deck. Please note there may be a few monkeys playing on the lawn or trying to steel your sugar at breakfast, they are entertaining but often naughty visitors! Due to nature of the property, we regret no children under 12 and not wheelchair friendly.

Neighborhood info

Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House is located in an affluent residential suburb of Durban called Umhlanga Rocks, with a great access to all 3 main roads and minutes drive from several large shopping centres, best restaurants, beaches, stadiums, 3 golf courses and the new business hub on Umhlanga Ridge. Our neighbourhood is safe for runners and cyclists and an easy 20 min drive from the King Shaka Airport.

Languages Spoken

English,Serbian,Xhosa,Zulu

Area info

Amenities of Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Adults only
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Mosquito net
  • Executive lounge access
  • Heating
  • Laptop safe
  • Carpeted
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Adults only
  • Pool with view
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Serbian
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu

House rules

Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Curfew

The entrance to the property is closed between 12:00 AM and 5:00 AM

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 12 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 12 and up are allowed)

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House 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.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House

  • The nearest beach is 0.6 miles from Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beach
    • Bike tours
    • Swimming pool
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • Guests staying at Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free

  • Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House is 7.5 miles from the center of Durban. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House include:

    • Suite
    • Twin/Double
    • Double