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Five Burnham

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with free breakfast, near Umhlanga Rocks Beach

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Interior
Front of property
Cassia Executive Suite | Living area
Dining
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$228
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar

Explore the area

Map
5 Burnham Drive, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Umhlanga Main Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Durban North (VIR-Virginia)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard double with bath&shower ensuite

Standard double with bath&shower ensuite

Standard double with bath&shower ensuite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room

Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Cassia Executive Suite | Living area

Cassia Executive Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room King size or twin

Standard Room King size or twin

Standard Room King size or twin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room double bed shower ensuite

Standard Room double bed shower ensuite

Standard Room double bed shower ensuite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Umhlanga

At Five Burnham you'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Umhlanga Rocks Beach and 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Umhlanga Lighthouse. Highlights at this guest house include a complimentary breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the guest house's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Umhlanga guest house include Durban Beach and uShaka Marine World.
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What's nearby

  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 4 min drive
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 5 min drive
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 6 min drive
  • Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail - 7 min drive
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Food Lovers Market - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Legacy Yard - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kauai Umhlanga - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Five Burnham

Guesthouse with free breakfast, near Umhlanga Rocks Beach
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Five Burnham. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Umhlanga guest house is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Five Burnham offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and bidets. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available 7 AM to 9 AM on weekdays and 9 AM to 10 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 4 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 14 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 14 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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club.

We should mention

  • Children 14 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Five Burnham Hotel Umhlanga
Five Burnham Hotel
Five Burnham Umhlanga
Five Burnham House Umhlanga
Five Burnham House
Five Burnham Guesthouse Umhlanga
Five Burnham Guesthouse
Five Burnham Umhlanga
Five Burnham Guesthouse
Five Burnham Guesthouse Umhlanga

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Five Burnham?

Yep, Five Burnham has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Five Burnham?

As of 4 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Five Burnham on 7 Mar 2025 start from AU$228.24, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Five Burnham?

The closest beach to Five Burnham is Umhlanga Rocks Beach (0.4 km).

Does Five Burnham have a pool?

Five Burnham has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Five Burnham serve breakfast?

You bet, free cooked-to-order brekkie is served weekdays from 7 AM to 9 AM and weekends between 9 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Five Burnham?

No, Five Burnham does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Five Burnham?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Five Burnham?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Five Burnham?

There is a golf course next to Five Burnham.

Five Burnham Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Modesto

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. Honest bar we really enjoyed. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

KERRY

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely local spot
Great Guesthouse. Lovely staff and stay x
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rob, Cape Town

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was effortless and the accommodation was beautiful and clean. I'll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

A

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic all round stay!
Fantastic all round stay. Great, friendly personalized service with attention to detail. Wifi was fast and stable and room very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this property - beautiful and safe area, close to the beach and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ursula

Recommended Guest House at Umhlanga
I was in Durban for a business trip and have booked Five Burnham for one night. I can highly recommend the place: safe neighborhood, beautiful rooms, pool and roof terrace jacuzzi, good breakfast.... There is really nothing I missed and thanks to Hilary I felt like at home way from home.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hillary, our host, was exceptionally friendly and had suggestions of relaxing activities to do. She also has a list of suggested restaurants. The breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Flor E.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good B&B in Umhlanga and suitable for business
5 Burnham is located close to Umhlanga Rocks and the Unhanglanga Ridge Shopping Mall and very close to the coast. It is a quiet neighbourhood, ideal for B&B and suitable for business purposes. Secure off-street parking and en-suite rooms met my requirements. The breakfast is a great start to the day.

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly welcome and good choice at breakfast after a great night sleep. What more does one need?!

10/10 Excellent

Phumzile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a really great experience! Beautiful home and friendly management.... I even received a room upgrade:-)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worth the money.
Beautiful, quiet place, no regrets.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Neil, San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect place for peace, quiet, and comfort.
I stayed here for 3 nights and from the moment Hilary personally welcomed me with a smile the whole experience was wonderful. Every detail was attended to, and every member of the staff was cheerful and attentive. They even made me exactly the breakfast I requested, though it wasn't on the menu. (Poached smoked haddock, fried eggs and tomatoes - - - delicious!) My room was spacious, comfortable and had every convenience, including a monkey who came in through a window I had left open too wide.

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
The B&B was great. Was welcolmed warmly upon arrival. The room was small - this is my only complaint. The breakfast was great, warm and cold selection servied from early in the morning.

10/10 Excellent

Bruckit, London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel in an exclusive neighbourhood.
This guesthouse is beautiful with lovely staff. The nearest town, Imhgala Rocks, is starting to resemble a Canary Isles resort with lots of new hotels going up and cheap restaurants.

10/10 Excellent

John, US

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Feels like home. 🏡
Hilary the host was so wonderful & kind. It felt like home. All the staff were incredibly friendly & kind. The breakfast is exceptional. Visiting from California. I look forward to coming back next year.

6/10 Okay

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Avoid room number 2
I was met by a friendly host, however unfortunately, I was allocated room number 2, which was very small (2.5m x 4m) and cramped. Considering the price, this is definitely not value for money. In addition, the air conditioner was not working, which added to the discomfort and worst of all, the water feature right outside the window, ensured that I had no sleep at all. My 5 am alarm finally put me out of my misery.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great guest house with friendly staff
I have stayed at this guest house a couple of times now and have never been disappointed. The staff can't do enough for you. The rooms have everything you need, kettle, tv and shower. The brie area is a nice touch. I would recommend this guest house to anyone.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Ineke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kleine kamer en badkamer, wel netjes en schoon en in rustige straat.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019