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The Capital Pearls

4.0 star property
Escape to an oceanfront retreat where relaxation meets indulgence. Savor each moment in style with fine dining options.

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The Capital Pearls offers a serene oceanfront escape with a poolside bar, spa tub, and garden. Relax by the outdoor pool or unwind at the on-site restaurant serving breakfast and lunch; guests appreciate the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar

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Luxury Studio

Luxury Studio

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
  • Partial sea view
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
  • 150 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
  • Partial sea view
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
  • Partial sea view
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Studio, Balcony

Superior Studio, Balcony

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio

Deluxe Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Beach view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Studio, Balcony

Executive Studio, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the area

Located in uMhlanga, The Capital Pearls is in the suburbs and on the beach. Durban Botanical Gardens 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. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as surfing/body boarding. Visit our uMhlanga travel guide
Map
6 Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320

What's nearby

  • Umhlanga Lighthouse featuring general coastal views and a lighthouse
    Umhlanga Lighthouse
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Beautiful Pier at Umhlanga Beach KZN South Africa
    Umhlanga Main Beach
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach showing a beach, landscape views and a lighthouse
    Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Terracotta Army Exhibition with life size replicas of the army highlighted with #blue light
    Gateway Theatre of Shopping
    2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Whalebone Pier
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Red Röcker
    1 min walk
  • Cafe 1999
    3 min walk
  • African Roots Coffee
    1 min walk
  • Tiger's Milk
    1 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min walk

About this property

The Capital Pearls

Upscale hotel near Umhlanga Rocks Beach
Located close to Umhlanga Lighthouse and Gateway Theatre of Shopping, The Capital Pearls provides a poolside bar, a terrace and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and lunch. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and concierge services
  • Tour/ticket information, a front desk safe and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 70 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Baths or showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 300 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 500.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 300 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 500.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards and cash
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

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Capital Pearls Aparthotel Umhlanga
Capital Pearls Aparthotel
Capital Pearls Umhlanga
Capital Pearls
The Capital Pearls Hotel
The Capital Pearls Umhlanga
The Capital Pearls Hotel Umhlanga

Frequently asked questions

Does The Capital Pearls have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Capital Pearls?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Capital Pearls on 15 Mar 2026 start from AU$187, including 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 The Capital Pearls pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Capital Pearls?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Capital Pearls?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Capital Pearls?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does The Capital Pearls provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A per vehicle, one-way fee applies.

Where is The Capital Pearls located?

Nestled on the beach, this uMhlanga hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Umhlanga Lighthouse and Umhlanga Rocks Beach. Gateway Theatre of Shopping and Umdloti Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Capital Pearls Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 313 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 313 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 313 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 313 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 313 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Capital Pearl was very clean with exceptional staff that attend to your every need. The property is within walking distance to multiple restaurants and shopping area, including local vendors that sell handmade merchandise. The beach is easily accessible via the "walkway" that goes on for miles. Excellent experience!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff are great and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shaney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kershnee

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were comfortable and clean. Each bedroom had an ensuite. Staff were very helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love to stay here very convenient and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
More than happy with the service, cleaning, menu, and facilities. 5min walk to ocean and restaurants strip …
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and pool
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great locations with everything on your doorstep
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hard to navigate as the hotel is in a shopping mall and no directions to park or check in. Needed to drive to 4th floor of the car park. Everything is key card entry so if there is an electricity outage it would be a challenge. We were given a mediocre room despite paying a year in advance - city view which meant overlooking loud outdoor restuarant with blaring music till late. We booked dinner which was okay but we could not get them to give our underspend as a tip to the waiters (they were able to charge any overspend). Pity as the service was good. Room nicely appointed. Bathroom very tight - only a shower and small. Newly refurbished and the pool was delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly & helpful staff. Well appointed, clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel in a safe area near restaurants, and the beach promenade. Very good Gym and fitness room. Very convenient and next to a mall. Breakfast was very complete han delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

MP

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

Great hotel amd location for business and leisure

We only had a one night stay after a cruise, but it was more than expected. Would be a good hotel fro business or leisure. Excellent location. Although we didn't use any services,, the service we got from reception was excellent and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ambigay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient location to shopping, beach and restaurants. Rate was outstanding. The lifts at the center of the hotel to our floor was closed off. This was inconvenient. Parking is undercover and great.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Great location. Checkin went from looking like an early checkin would be an option to being after the 2pm checkin time. Other than checkin experience everything else was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great, the room was very nice with balcony and sea view. I did not like the unnecessary security and on two occasions could not access the floor my room was on because the card had to be reset
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Pearls for one night but it was great. We needed to do some washing and were able to wash and dry before leaving. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We went to the beach in the morning for a run along the promenade - only challenge was getting there as the Pearls didn't seem to have direct beach front access but we navigated the mall and made our way down. The Pearls are right by the Oceans mall, Umhlanga rocks and many superb restaurants and supermarkets. It's a great stay in the heart of Umhlanga and you can walk to the Whale Bone pier too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

EMT

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

Stay at the Pearls

The superior apartment that I was booked into on the 19th floor was really good. The view from the bedroom balcony and the living room balcony was exceptional and was what I was looking for. My sleepless night was unfortunately due to my neighbor, running his TV at loud levels until 11 PM. The living area and TV is situated right behind the partitioning of the bedroom. That is the problem with those rooms. The walls are not constructed of bricks and sound travels terribly the rest of the apartment was perfect. I was then moved to an apartment on the 20th floor, but this was no longer the same category. The bedroom had no windows. There was no window to open up for fresh air. This could not have been a superior apartment, but I was able to get a good night sleep as I had no neighbors. I ate at the restaurant and the food was good. Room service was responded to very quickly and very properly. helpfulness of the staff was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Milile

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice hotel with lovely sea views. Shocking customer service. They will never see me again. They ruined my night. It took them about an hour to correct their mistake. We ordered 1 bottle of white wine and 1 red wine. Only red wine was delivered to the room. After 3 phone calls with the receptionist, I decided to go to the reception and talk to them because my card was charged for that bottle. I was told they were going to bring it upstairs to our room. After waiting for about an hour since I made the first call about the missing bottle, they sent another red wine instead of the white one. I was ready to accept it even though it was not what I wanted but the lady who delivered the wine promised to fix the issue and she came back after a few minutes with the correct bottle of wine. I didn't get her name, I was just annoyed. She was good and I think none of that was her fault.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

FARIDA BIBI

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was pleasant stay with lovely kitchenette.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
always a pleasure to stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Suliman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast needs updating Service at breakfast needs to be improved
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Harald

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room lacked charging functions at the bed for phone. Also Wifi did not work. The person at the front desk tried to make me pay for breakfast despite it was already included in the room price
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

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

Near beach

Fantastic place to stay. A bit busy during high season but overall great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024