The name of Umhlanga Rocks evokes a vision of golden beaches, lush surroundings and the exhilaration of holidaying in an idyllic part of the world. And the Protea Hotel Umhlanga is where that vision turns to reality.
Conveniently situated mere minutes from the beach, in the heart of Umhlanga Rocks, the Protea Hotel Umhlanga will treat you to comfortably appointed accommodation in an appealing selection of rooms. Admirably equipped self-catering rooms, as well as facilities for disabled GUESTS, are also available, with all the mod cons as well as outstanding features such as satellite TV and breathtaking sea views of the Indian Ocean.
Delicious breakfasts are available in the breakfast room, while a variety of restaurants in the area have a range of menus to suit all tastes. Conference facilities are available for up to 200 delegates and there is secure, undercover parking on the premises.
Location
Centrally situated in the heart of Umhlanga Rocks, the Protea Hotel Umhlanga is approximately 2 minutes walk to the main protected beach. Also within walking distance of many pubs, restaurants, shopping centres and the vibrant nightlife. Upmarket towns of La Lucia, Umdloti and Mount Edgecombe are only minutes away.
Distance from:
• King Shaka International Airport - 18 km (approx 15 minute drive)
• Umhlanga Rocks Beach – 200m
• Chartwell Mall – adjacent to the Hotel
• Ushaka Marine World – 15 minute drive
• Mount Edgecombe Golf Course – (10 minute drive)
• Gateway Mall – very close proximity to Hotel
• Ballito – 30km
• Durban – 19km (15 minute drive)
• Durban Harbour – (15 minute drive)
• Durban International Convention Centre - 19km (15 minute drive)
• Pietermaritzburg – 90km
• Valley of a Thousand Hills – 35km
GPS CO ORDINATES:
Latitude: 29.7261ºS
Longitude: 31.0840 ºE
Attractions
Umhlanga Rocks forms part of the Sugar Coast. The name "Umhlanga" means "Place of Reeds" and is also well known for its landmark lighthouse, golden beaches, beautiful parks and a selective variety of accommodation and delicious cuisine, making Umhlanga one of KwaZulu-Natal`s prime upmarket holiday destinations north of Durban.
Tourist attractions include: · The Lighthouse · The Natal Sharks Board · The Hawaan Forest and other popular sites.
The hotel is a mere 5 minute drive from the largest shopping centre in the southern hemisphere - The GATEWAY complex. With everything a GUEST could want and more than can be imagined, the Gateway Centre has attractions such as: ·18 Ster Kinekor Cinemas · A fantasy forest · Wave House · Jungle Park · Climbing Rock · Live Theatre and a
Skate park.
Places of interest further north are Mount Edgecombe - known for its Country Club, Tropical gardens and the Hindu Temple and Umdloti - for the best horse rides on the beaches of KZN.
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