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Umlilo Lodge

4.0 star property
St. Lucia B&B with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Exterior
2 bars/lounges
Standard Room
2 bars/lounges
Exterior
Perched by the ocean, Umlilo Lodge offers a serene escape with breakfast buffet, a soothing garden, and an outdoor pool. Unwind on the terrace or get lost in a good book from the library. Previous guests rave about their stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach towels
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Car rentals on site
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is CA $187
CA $215 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1

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Family Room (Unit)

Family Room (Unit)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Pool Room (5)

Pool Room (5)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Room (Small)

Economy Room (Small)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
Garden

AmaZulu Lodge

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 47 reviews
The price is CA $170
CA $196 total
includes taxes & fees
May 9 - May 10
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About the area

Map
9 Dolphin Avenue, St. Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal, 3936

What's nearby

  • The Gallery-St Lucia - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Themba's Birding & Eco-tours - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St Lucia Crocodile Centre - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • iSimangaliso Wetland Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • St. Lucia Estuary Beach - 10 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Richards Bay (RCB) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪St Lucia John Dory's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kauai - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Ocean Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Reef + Dine - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪St Lucia Coffee Shop - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Umlilo Lodge

Situated by the ocean, Umlilo Lodge is a great choice for a stay in St. Lucia. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach towels

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Umlilo Lodge
Umlilo Lodge St. Lucia
Umlilo St. Lucia
Umlilo Lodge St. Lucia
Umlilo Lodge Bed & breakfast
Umlilo Lodge Bed & breakfast St. Lucia

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Umlilo Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Umlilo Lodge?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Umlilo Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Umlilo Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Umlilo Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and horseback riding. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the bed & breakfast's other amenities, which include 2 bars and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Umlilo Lodge?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Umlilo Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Umlilo Lodge like?

Umlilo Lodge is a short 9-minute walk from The Gallery-St Lucia and 9 minutes' walk from Themba's Birding & Eco-tours.

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Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful lodge, great stay

Beautiful lodge. Excellent location.great hosts they amazing. You get that personal touch and service from the hosts. A memorable trip i will definitely return many times.
moaaz, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Cozy comfortable lodge with excellent service

The Umlilo lodge is a very nice lodge. The owner is very helpful and welcoming. The grounds of the lodge are lush, clean and well kept. The pool is nice and clean but it was unheated and as we were there in the winter it was too cold to swim. Breakfast is great. Location is also very good. We were in a nice room that probably needs a little bit of updating but it was cozy and comfortable. All in all, I would certainly go back there and highly recommend it.
Peter, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful tree filled lodge with amazing staff.

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect place in a perfect location.

Umlillo Lodge is perfect! Just a few steps from the small commercial area of St. Lucia, the lodge is beautiful, with a courtyard maintained as the areas environment of trees, etc, (with occassional monkey visits too). The room is beautiful, clean, contemporary. And delicious breakfast. We loved it here.
Donna, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A great base in St. Lucia

Umlilo Lodge is great. The garden is beautiful with koi pools, a swimming pool and pathways thru the garden connecting the rooms and public spaces. Whoever decorated the rooms was very thoughtful. There was a lot of space to place suitcases, reading lamps for bed and a big bathroom. The public spaces were clean and pleasant. One night there was a fire in the fire pit and it was nice to sit by the fire. Did I mention the honor bar? Or that the hosts will book tours for you? Or the breakfast includes cooked to order eggs?
Dana, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Umlilo Lodge very friendly

My grandchildren and I were very happy with the Umlilo lodge. The children enjoyed the pool, the breakfast was great, but the aircon didn't work in the room. Overall I would give it a 4+ rating.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice but pricey

Nice little hotel, but very pricey for what it offers.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Relaxing Atmosphere and Extremely Helpful Host

Wonderful Facility! Lawerence was extremely helpful with lots of local knowledge. Directed us for game drives and sightseeing, even organized a birding tour our daughter. My wife loved the fresh scrambled eggs each morning!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic layout in a great location

We had planned to stay 2 nights at Umlilo but getting lost enroute cut us back to one night. That was a big disappointment because this property is really a great place to stay. Lawrence and his Mom are wonderful hosts who tend to all your needs.They booked our night safari and boat excursion in a matter of minutes. The inside courtyard of the Lodge is like a garden with trees running up to the second floor balconies. It's a one minute walk to the main street of St. Lucia. All in all, a very welcoming inn that will make you want to come back.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

A lovely cosy welcoming place, vey comfy beds and delicious breakfasts. Lovely, unusual and exotic setting with lots of character. The hosts go out of their way be be helpful and really want their guests to have a great holiday. It is obviously a family run B&B and not a 5 star hotel, and as such the Umlilo is not perfect, but the great hospitality and service and the homely atmosphere more than make up for any minor improvements that could be made (primarily lighting in the bedrooms). We would definitely recommend and would stay there again if we return to St Lucia.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Henrik, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Udmærket ophold en dag eller to

Et ganske udmærket sted at overnatte en nat eller to. Der er hvad man har brug for i rene omgivelser. Møbler og senge er meget gammelt. Sengene er hårde. Meget høfligt og serviceminded personale som hjælper med hvad som helst.
Henrik, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hôtel calme et confortable

Nous avons passé 2 nuits dans cet hôtel Les propriétaires sont très sympathiques Et ils nous ont réservé notre safari pour voir les crocodiles et hippopotames On y trouve une ambiance tropicale et très calme Il se situe à proximité des restaurants et petits magasins Le petit déjeuner est très bien
anne-marie, 2-night romance trip
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4/10 Fair

Mensen vriendelijk, maar basic lodge en zeker geen 4 sterren lodge. Dus prijs veel te hoog voor geleverde
3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Umlilo Lodge Geweldig

wat een prachtige locatie, ondanks de wintertijd in ZA. Veel excursies gemaakt. Gewoon hartstikke fijn.
Ed, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Superbe !

Logement impeccable avec très beau décor, piscine, petit-déjeuner buffet complet. Prises françaises. Très bon accueil à l'arrivée, personnel souriant (les cuisinières ...) Bonne literie, propreté, grandes chambres et salle de bain. Petit village avec station essence, un petit restaurant typique, la poste, supermarché, pharmacie, artisanat au bord de la route. Nous avons énormément apprécié cet endroit et aurions dû prévoir une nuit de plus (une seule nuit réservée). De plus, en rentrant le soir, hippopotame juste en face de l'hôtel mangeant tranquillement, que nous avons pu photographier (surtout ne pas utiliser de flash).
Wil, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Toppenställe i St Lucia

Ett helt underbart boende, tropisk känsla,lugnt o h härliga dofter. Toppen service i denna oas av gröna växter o porlande vatten. Jättefina rum med gott om plats mycket trivsam inredning. Bra frukost. Rekommenderas varmt.
Stefan, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A great place:-)
4-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

Sehr schöne Lodge

Die Umlilo Lodge ist sehr ansprechend angelegt - man fühlt sich ein bißchen wie im Urwald inkl. Bach vor der Zimmertür. Sie liegt mitten in St. Lucia, wir haben gleich nebenan im Ocean Sizzlers sehr gut gegessen. Die Zimmer sind geräumig, aber leider riecht es aufgrund der hohen Feuchtigkeit etwas "muffig". Dieses einzige Manko macht die Herzlichkeit des Personals (familiengeführt!) aber wieder wett.
3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent séjour

Excellent accueil , très professionnel , et très bon niveau de prestation pour cet hôtel de caractère . Un seul regret , le manque d'insonorisation ( CH 1 et 2 ) . Personnel très coopératif et à l'écoute .
jean-francois, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Top Ambiente

Sehr schöne, saubere und originelle Lodge. Das Personal ist sehr nett und zuvorkommend. St. Lucia ist ein sehr sicherer Ort mit vielen Ausflugszielen.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Super mooie Lodge, nette kamers. Zeer vriendelijk ontvangst, lekker ontbijt met verse eieren. Klein paradijs.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Schöner Garten

Ruhig in einer Seitenstraße gelegen mit netten Gastgebern und zweckmäßigen sauberen Zimmern. Zum Hauptstraße kann man in wenigen Minuten laufen. Ich würde wieder hier übernachten.
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