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Crooked Tree Cottage

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free parking, near Gateway Theatre of Shopping

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Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View | View from room
Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View
BBQ/picnic Area
Beach nearby
Lobby sitting area
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
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$93
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept

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View all photos for Standard Suite, Balcony, Sea View

Standard Suite, Balcony, Sea View

Standard Suite, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

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

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

Design Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

Design Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

Highlights

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

View all photos for Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View

Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View

Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Self catering - Room 4 - Family

Deluxe Self catering - Room 4 - Family

Highlights

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

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

Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

Highlights

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

View all photos for Cottage En suite Double - Room 3

Cottage En suite Double - Room 3

Cottage En suite Double - Room 3

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
39 Hilken Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4319

What's nearby

  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪African Roots Coffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Steak & Ale - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Radisson Blu - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Incredible India - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Tiger's Milk - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Crooked Tree Cottage

Bed & breakfast near Gateway Theatre of Shopping
Located close to Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve and 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
  • Outdoor furniture, a front desk safe and luggage storage
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

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • 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

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

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
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 10 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crooked Tree Cottage on 11 Sept 2025 start from AU$92.9, 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 within 1 mi (2 km) of Gateway Theatre of Shopping and Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve. Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Umdloti 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

9.0

Eco-friendliness

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