Reviews of Anchor's Rest Guesthouse and Self Catering 4 stars
14 Stanley Grace Cresent, Umhlanga, 4319 Durban, South Africa
#20 of 204 B&Bs and Inns in Durban
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 488 hotel reviews
9.1Score breakdown
-
Cleanliness
9.5
-
Comfort
9.4
-
Location
9.6
-
Facilities
9.3
-
Staff
9.6
-
Value for money
9.3
-
Free WiFi
9.3
How guest reviews work
Each review score is between 1-10. To get the overall score that you see, we add up all the review scores we’ve received and divide that total by the number of review scores we’ve received. We use a weighted review system which means that the more recent the review, the bigger the impact on the total review score calculation. In addition, guests can give separate ‘subscores’ in crucial areas, such as location, cleanliness, staff, comfort, facilities, value for money and free Wi-Fi. Note that guests submit their subscores and their overall scores independently, so there’s no direct link between them.
You can review an Accommodation that you booked through our Platform if you stayed there or if you arrived at the property but didn’t actually stay there. To edit a review you’ve already submitted, please contact our Customer Service team.
We have people and automated systems that specialise in detecting fake reviews submitted to our Platform. If we find any, we delete them and, if necessary, take action against whoever is responsible.
Anyone else who spots something suspicious can always report it to our Customer Service team, so our Fraud team can investigate.
Ideally, we would publish every review we receive, whether positive or negative. However, we won’t display any review that includes or refers to (among other things):
- Politically sensitive comments
- Promotional content
- Illegal activities
- Personal or sensitive information (e.g. emails, phone numbers or credit card info)
- Swear words, sexual references, hate speech, discriminatory remarks, threats, or references to violence
- Spam and fake content
- Animal cruelty
- Impersonation (e.g. if the writer is claiming to be someone else)
- Any violation of our review guidelines.
To make sure reviews are relevant, we may only accept reviews that are submitted within 3 months of checking out, and we may stop showing reviews once they’re 36 months old – or if the Accommodation has a change of ownership.
An Accommodation may choose to reply to a review.
When you see multiple reviews, the most recent ones will be at the top, subject to a few other factors (what language a review is in, whether it’s just a rating or contains comments as well, etc.). If you like, you can sort and/or filter them (by time of year, review score, etc.).
We sometimes show external review scores from other well-known travel websites. We make it clear when we’ve done this.
Guidelines and standards for Reviews
These guidelines and standards aim to keep the content on Booking.com relevant and family-friendly without limiting expression of strong opinions. They are also applicable regardless of the sentiment of the comment.
Contributions should be travel related. The most helpful contributions are detailed and help others make better decisions. Please don’t include personal, political, ethical, or religious commentary. Promotional content will be removed and issues concerning Booking.com’s services should be routed to our Customer Service or Accommodation Service teams.
Contributions should be appropriate for a global audience. Please avoid using profanity or attempts to approximate profanity with creative spelling, in any language. Comments and media that include 'hate speech', discriminatory remarks, threats, sexually explicit remarks, violence, and the promotion of illegal activity are not permitted.
All content should be genuine and unique to the guest. Reviews are most valuable when they are original and unbiased. Your contribution should be yours. Booking.com property partners should not post on behalf of guests or offer incentives in exchange for reviews. Attempts to bring down the rating of a competitor by submitting a negative review will not be tolerated.
Respect the privacy of others. Booking.com will make an effort to obscure email addresses, telephone numbers, website addresses, social media accounts, and similar details.
The opinions expressed in contributions are those of Booking.com customers and properties and not of Booking.com. Booking.com does not accept responsibility or liability for any reviews or responses. Booking.com is a distributor (without any obligation to verify) and not a publisher of these comments and responses.
By default, reviews are sorted based on the date of the review and on additional criteria to display the most relevant reviews, including but not limited to: your language, reviews with text, and non-anonymous reviews. Additional sorting options may be available (by type of traveller, by score, etc.).
Translations disclaimer
This service may contain translations powered by Google. Google disclaims all warranties related to the translations, express or implied, including any warranties of accuracy, reliability, and any implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringement.
End of dialog content-
Reviewed: 27 August 2025
Keith
South Africa13 reviews10Exceptional- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Just the overall presentation. One of the very few guest houses where the pillows were great
Stayed in August 2025
-
Reviewed: 24 August 2025
Jessica
South Africa2 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Was clean and not far from shopping complex
Stayed in August 2025
-
Reviewed: 24 August 2025
Rowena
South Africa7 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Such a beautiful location and stunning space to stay
Stayed in July 2025
-
Reviewed: 19 August 2025
Lize
South Africa15 reviews7 helpful votes10“Fabulous”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Everything
Stayed in August 2025
-
Reviewed: 11 August 2025
Mirjam
Netherlands40 reviews10“Great”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Great location close to restaurants and the beach. Lovely host.
Stayed in August 2025
-
Reviewed: 6 August 2025
Mike
United Kingdom102 reviews19 helpful votes10“Great location, well decorated and lovely breakfast. A real home from home.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing. Superb stay.
Excellent Guest House. As a group of 8 we had the whole place to ourselves. The pool and rooms were great, the breakfast offering was really good and the bonus was that it was within walking distance to the restaurants and beach. We only stayed one night this time, but can't wait to return next time we visit the area.
Stayed in August 2025
-
Reviewed: 22 July 2025
Adam
South Africa10 reviews3 helpful votes9.0“Great stay, I look forward to returning.”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The decor is a bit dated.
The property was well located, the staff were very friendly and the breakfast was excellent. I would definitely go back.
Stayed in July 2025
-
Reviewed: 21 July 2025
Van
South Africa5 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
We LOVED everything
Breakfast was good! The place is just beautiful. Perfect place to stay
Stayed in July 2025
-
Reviewed: 11 July 2025
Ann
United Kingdom29 reviews2 helpful votes10“Would love to return some day.”- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Convenient location near King Shaka airport, secure parking, near shops and restaurants and short walk/drive to beach front. Friendly staff, good communication and made to feel welcome. Clean and comfortable double room with views and all amenities. Dining and sitting areas with lovely views and superb breakfast included. Tastefully decorated. Would highly recommend for short and longer stays.
Stayed in July 2025
-
Reviewed: 5 July 2025
Ntokozo
South Africa2 reviews9.0“It was 😍”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing 😁
We felt at home up to the extent that I left with my room keys 😂😂 we were very well received I like the fact that there's always someone to help I will definately be back again
Stayed in June 2025
-
Reviewed: 24 June 2025
Hood
South Africa9 reviews10“Umhlanga ROCKS!”- • Solo traveller
- • Self Catering Twin/Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
NOTHING!
Absolutely everything! From the very moment of booking. Feedback was prompt, courteous, and efficient. After hours check-in, with Thabisha, was such an awesome pleasure. Thank you Thabisha - you made me feel immediately welcome, and @ Home. Many many thanks also to Cilla and team, for accommodating a second guest, at such short notice. You guys are absolute Rock Stars! I cannot wait to bring my wife for the next stay @ Anchor's Rest, in Umhlanga.
Stayed in June 2025
-
Reviewed: 22 June 2025
Keith
South Africa1 review9.0Superb- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Liked my entire stay.will definately make return visits
4 night business trip. Location is excellent. 3 minit walk to restuarants and shopping centre in Lighthouse Mall.Accomodatiion excellent . Breakfast menu large and varied for both fresh and hot choices. Real value for money. Highly recommend this guesthouse for future visits.
Stayed in June 2025
-
Reviewed: 21 June 2025
Neil
United Kingdom2 reviews10“It was superb & if possible I will definitely return.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Self Catering Twin/Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
The breakfast was superb. I didn’t want for anything.
Stayed in June 2025
-
Reviewed: 21 June 2025
Lesly
South Africa10 reviews1 helpful vote10“It was clean quiet I enjoyed my 1 night there unfortunately I had to leave earlier because of family issues.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Self Catering Twin/Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Everything
Stayed in June 2025
-
Reviewed: 10 June 2025
Jessica
South Africa3 reviews10“Comfortable, clean rooms with a wonderful breakfast”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Lovely room, delicious breakfast!
Stayed in June 2025
-
Reviewed: 5 June 2025
Georgie
South Africa4 reviews2 helpful votes10“Comfortable stay in the heart of Umhlanga!”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
None
Very comfortable, in the heart of Umhlanga. Hosts were so accommodating to let us check in early as we had a wedding that afternoon, as prepare an earlier breakfast the next morning as we had some things to sort out before flying out. Room was comfortable, with filtered water provided which was a nice touch! (Always end up buying waters at most other establishments). Will definitely recommend!
Stayed in June 2025
-
Reviewed: 2 June 2025
Catharine
South Africa9 reviews10“Our stay was exceptional. Nothing could have been improved.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Self Catering Twin/Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
We felt the two large pictures on the side walls in our room were not thematically suitable.
Anchors rest is amazing. The bathroom was spotless. King bed very comfortable, toiletries great quality and the tea bags were of superior quality. We did not book breakfast so cannot comment on it. We were welcomed by a charming English lady when we arrived earlier than expected and treated to tea and biscuits at the sparkling pool. Anchors rest can really be recommended as there was simply nothing that was not exceptional. We loved the pictures in the reception area and the small pictures above our bed. The large pictures on the side walls in our room were out of place.Thanks for a stunning stay. We will surely pass on your contact details.
Stayed in May 2025
-
Reviewed: 2 June 2025
Niel
South Africa59 reviews1 helpful vote10“Awesome”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nil
Close to restaurants amd promenade. Nice and quiet suburb. Awesome.
Stayed in May 2025
-
Reviewed: 29 May 2025
Thansen
South Africa12 reviews2 helpful votes8.0“Pleasant stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Access to crockery in the evening. I couldn't find someone in the evening to assist me either.
I didn't have breakfast but the hospitality was great
Stayed in May 2025
-
Reviewed: 26 May 2025
Anne
South Africa23 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Great location and within walking distance to shops and beach. Staff are friendly and accomodating. The rooms are clean and serviced daily. Breakfast was great with different options to choose from.
Stayed in May 2025
-
Reviewed: 24 May 2025
Tanya
South Africa2 reviews10Exceptional- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Self Catering Twin/Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Peaceful, removed from conference facility and liked the outlook on the garden
Stayed in May 2025
-
Reviewed: 18 May 2025
Geraldine
South Africa7 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Self Catering Twin/Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Tight parking
The B&B was great. The bedroom come kitchenette come lounge and separate bathroom were all spacious and well equipped and laid out with a very big veranda which overlooked the beautifully lit pool at night. The breakfast was great, as was the staff.
Stayed in May 2025
-
Reviewed: 14 May 2025
Teboho
South Africa10 reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Splendid stay, felt intimate and cosy. A home away from home. Tranquil surroundings.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
everything was superb. There was nothing I did not like
I was met at the gate by the owners. What a friendly welcome. I also forgot my handbag in the Uber that dropped me off and the owner made sure he opens the gate for me to get my bag from the Uber driver when she eventually came back to deliver it. I also made a special request to use their common lounge area as I had a long meeting before going to catch my flight later that day. They were willing to accommodate the request. The staff kept coming back to check if I was still okay and comfortable. The breakfast was superb and the lady who was on duty that morning was so friendly and welcoming. I had a very good experience and this will definitely not be the last time I use this place when next I visit Durban.
Stayed in May 2025
-
Reviewed: 12 May 2025
Marlene
South Africa9 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Value for money, close enough to walk where we needed to be”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Would have loved a queen or bigger bed, but the double was comfy
Breakfast was exceptional Staff friendly Baron is adorable
Stayed in May 2025
Guests also reviewed these properties:
-
Harmony Hill Wellness and Organic Spa RetreatMargate, Australia
-
Amaris Hotel Panglima Polim 1Jakarta, Indonesia
-
Apartamentos Rurales NaturaTorrejón el Rubio, Spain
-
Club Mahindra KanatalKanatal, India
-
Argyll HotelBellochantuy, UK
-
Hotel Gasthof SchneiderHallerndorf, Germany
-
Hotel KavkasioniKvareli, Georgia
-
St Annes Beach ApartmentsLytham St Annes, UK
