aha Gateway Hotel Umhlanga

–Excellent location – show map
+30 photos
Scored 8.6
Rated excellent

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About this property

A rooftop pool is behind aha Gateway Hotel - Umhlanga's characteristic green ‘screen’ surrounding the front the building. This eco-friendly hotel is attached to the Gateway Theater of Shopping. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a bathroom, shower and hairdryer. Cable TV is provided for in-room entertainment. Hot drinks can be prepared in the tea/coffee maker. The Fig Tree Cafe features a minimalistic décor and serves a variety of continental cuisine. Room service is also provided until 22:00 every day. A full English breakfast is offered. Guests are requested to communicate any dietary requirements 48 hours prior to arrival. The hotel has 5 well-appointed conference venues, all fully equipped. There is free WiFi and a laptop safe zone. The aha Gateway Hotel - Umhlanga is about a 6-minute drive to Mount Edgecombe and 20 minutes from King Shaka International Airport.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

Private parking at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Availability

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Room Type
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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 sofa bed
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1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Nontobeko
South Africa South Africa
“The room was clean and beautiful. Breakfast had variety of options to choose from.”
Nadeem
Mozambique Mozambique
“The locations is perfect for me, Staff was really good and very helpful”
Sid
South Africa South Africa
“We were first put in a room where there was too much noise, we asked that they move us to another room and they did that and didn't give us any hustle. The staff is so kind and the food was amazing.”
Hirtenfelder
Austria Austria
“The staff were very friendly, the facilities were super clean, and the hotel is conveniently located. They also have a nice big breakfast and are very close to Gateway.”
Gerard
South Africa South Africa
“The breakfast was great, variety of options. We had a great time and the people who helped us were great and so patient and kind. The hotel is conveniently situated close to a great shopping centre. I had a great time and managed to make my way...”
Gumede
South Africa South Africa
“The room was clean and the staff was friendly towards me. Was able to park my car at a safe place.”
Faith
South Africa South Africa
“The cleanliness, the fact that it's just a minute walk to the mall.”
Matias
South Africa South Africa
“Staff made my stay amazing! Very friendly and helpful at all times. They made sure I was enjoying my time in Umhlanga. The hotel is nice, large rooms, great location, good breakfast, nice rooftop pool and bar area. AC was not working perfectly...”
Thabile
South Africa South Africa
“I like the fact that I went there to celebrate my birthday and they celebrated with me bangiculela bangipha cake yooo it ws amazing,,,,”
Lefaso
South Africa South Africa
“Everything was well organized, food was nice, rooms were clean, stuff friendly, hotel restaurant opened 24 hours, it was good overall”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Fig Tree Café
  • Cuisine
    South African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic

House rules

aha Gateway Hotel Umhlanga takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners Club Cash is not accepted
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note aha Gateway Hotel - Umhlanga is located close to a music venue and increased noise levels may be experienced during your stay.

Please note that this is a non-kosher property.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform aha Gateway Hotel Umhlanga of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

This property is located in a busy area so guests might experience some noise.