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Crooked Tree Cottage

3.0 star property
Peaceful poolside relaxation awaits at this tranquil retreat near Umhlanga Rocks Beach, with entertainment areas and nearby nature reserves to explore.

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Crooked Tree Cottage offers a quiet escape with an inviting outdoor pool and comfy sun loungers. Guests can relax in the garden, browse the library, use WiFi, or enjoy the popular outdoor entertainment area that past visitors loved.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is RM358
RM358 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • Sea view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, Balcony, Sea View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Suite, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • Sea view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Cottage En suite Double - Room 3

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Cottage En suite Double - Room 3

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Self catering - Room 4 - Family

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Self catering - Room 4 - Family

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Design Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Design Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in uMhlanga, Crooked Tree Cottage is in the city centre and near the beach. UShaka Marine World is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Umdloti Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Moses Mabhida Stadium. Snorkelling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our uMhlanga travel guide
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Map
39 Hilken Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4319

What's nearby

  • Beautiful Pier at Umhlanga Beach KZN South Africa
    Umhlanga Main Beach
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse showing a lighthouse and general coastal views
    Umhlanga Lighthouse
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach showing a lighthouse, landscape views and a sandy beach
    Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Terracotta Army Exhibition with life size replicas of the army highlighted with #blue light
    Gateway Theatre of Shopping
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board
    12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Red Röcker
    2 min drive
  • Cafe 1999
    16 min walk
  • African Roots Coffee
    19 min walk
  • Tiger's Milk
    20 min walk
  • Radisson Blu
    18 min walk

About this property

Crooked Tree Cottage

Bed & breakfast near Gateway Theatre of Shopping
Located close to Umhlanga Rocks Beach, Crooked Tree Cottage provides a terrace, a garden and a library. Free in-room WiFi and an outdoor entertainment area are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, a front desk safe and outdoor furniture
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, daily housekeeping and electrical adapters/chargers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 18 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Crooked Tree Cottage B&B Umhlanga
Crooked Tree Cottage B&B
Crooked Tree Cottage Umhlanga
Crooked Tree Cottage Umhlanga
Crooked Tree Cottage Bed & breakfast
Crooked Tree Cottage Bed & breakfast Umhlanga

Frequently asked questions

Does Crooked Tree Cottage have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Crooked Tree Cottage?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crooked Tree Cottage on 13 Mar 2026 start from RM358, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Crooked Tree Cottage pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Crooked Tree Cottage?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Crooked Tree Cottage?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Crooked Tree Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crooked Tree Cottage located?

Located in the heart of uMhlanga, this bed & breakfast is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Gateway Theatre of Shopping and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Umhlanga Rocks Beach. Umdloti Beach and Durban Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Crooked Tree Cottage Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Smaller sized Hospitality with a big impact😊

Communication with check-in went fairly well and there were no issues. Breakfast was great and I suggest if you are there for a few days you try it! Close distance to the Two Oceans Mall, quiet, quaint, comfortable, beautiful view, friendly! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Dieter

Liked: Amenities
Alles sauber und ordentlich
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shermel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay in Durban

My stay in Durban was great. The accommodation is first class. I will be back again. Thank you Helen for the warm welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018