Deluxe Double Room
- 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
Guest house · Durban · KwaZulu-Natal
Smiths Cottage
A Durban guest house with a pool, garden, and easy airport access.
- Outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers
- Paid airport shuttle from King Shaka International
- Free parking on site
8.2
Great
58 reviews
Booking.com 8.2 · 58 reviews
About
Smiths Cottage
Smiths Cottage is a 3-star guest house located at 5 Mount Argus Road in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. It offers a range of amenities including an outdoor pool, a garden with BBQ facilities, and a shared kitchen. The property provides both airport shuttle services and car rental for guests.
The guest house features comfortable rooms such as Deluxe Double Rooms with either two single beds or one double bed, and Family Rooms with three single beds and garden views. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi in public areas, a safe deposit box, and 24-hour security.
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
3 reasons to book- High guest satisfaction — With an overall rating of 8.2 and a General category score of 8.9, guests consistently rate their stay highly.
- Excellent room quality — Rooms are rated 8.7, suggesting comfortable and well-maintained accommodations.
- Great value for money — Value scores 8.4, indicating guests feel they get good worth for the price.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Limited check-in window — Check-in is only from 14:00 to 18:00, which may be inconvenient for late arrivals.
- No pets allowed — The property does not permit pets, which might be a drawback for travelers with animals.
- Early check-out time — Check-out is between 08:00 and 10:00, so guests need to plan their morning accordingly.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Family Room
- 3 Single beds
- Garden view
- Shower
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Fireplace
- Fire extinguishers
Food & Drink
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- BBQ facilities
- Outdoor dining area
Outdoor & Wellness
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Aqua park
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Garden furniture
- Shallow end
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
- Parquet floor
Activities
- Golf course
Entertainment
- Leisure/ TV room
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.2/10 from 58 reviews
Booking.com · 8.2 · 58 reviews
04 — Location
Getting around Durban
The property sits in Durban.
Location: Smiths Cottage is located in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, about 35 km from King Shaka International Airport. Car rental is available on-site for exploring the area.
5 Mount Argus Road, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4051, South Africa
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:00-18:00
- Check-out
- By 08:00-10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 18:00, and check-out is from 08:00 to 10:00.
Does Smiths Cottage offer airport shuttle service?
Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available to and from King Shaka International Airport.
Is parking available on site?
Yes, parking is provided at the property.
Are pets allowed at Smiths Cottage?
No, pets are not allowed.
The bottom line
Smiths Cottage is a well-rated guest house in Durban, offering a pool, garden, and comfortable rooms. Its strengths in room quality and value make it a solid choice for travelers seeking a relaxed stay with convenient airport access.
8.2A dependable option for a comfortable stay in Durban.
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