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Serene-estate Boutique Guesthouse

119 Hornbill Street, St Lucia, ZA

9.6 guest rating· 46 reviews

About this hotel

Stylish African-Inspired Design

The Serene-Estate Guesthouse seamlessly blends modern architecture with African nature, creating a stylish and elegant ambiance for guests to enjoy.

Spectacular Park Views

Each guest room offers direct views of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, allowing guests to observe the diverse wildlife from the comfort of their private terrace, including bushbuck, red duiker, monkeys, and even the chance to spot hippos or leopard after sunset.

Ideal Base for Exploration

With its comfortable and intimate surroundings, well-designed rooms, and a stunning location on the border of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, Serene-Estate Guesthouse provides the perfect base for guests to explore and experience all that the area has to offer.

Book your stay at Serene-Estate Guesthouse now and immerse yourself in the beauty of iSimangaliso Wetland Park!

Rooms & rates

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Premier King Room

Sleeps 2 · 50 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Safety deposit box

The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 1 bed.

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Safety deposit box

The spacious double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath. The unit has 1 bed.

Parkside Suite 1

Sleeps 2 · 50 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>538-sq-foot soundproofed room, furnished balcony with park views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, separate bathtub and shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Desk, safe, and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Parkside Suite 3

Sleeps 2 · 50 m² · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>538-sq-foot soundproofed room, furnished balcony with park views </p><br/><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-cm Smart TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, separate bathtub and shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Parkside Suite 2

Sleeps 3 · 50 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>538-sq-foot soundproofed room, furnished balcony with park views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Bathtub, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Desk, safe, and wardrobe or closet; rollaway/extra beds available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Parkside Suite 5

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi
  • Safety deposit box

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>431-sq-foot soundproofed room, furnished balcony with garden views </p><br/><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-cm Smart TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Separate bathtub and shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Parkside Suite 4

Sleeps 2 · 50 m² · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Partially open bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>538-sq-foot soundproofed room, furnished balcony with park views </p><br/><p><b>Relax</b> - In-room massage available</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-cm Smart TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Partially open bathroom, separate bathtub and shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Luxury Double or Twin with Park View

Sleeps 2 · 50 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

These rooms have glass doors with views of the park. They feature a private terrace or balcony.

Double Room with Garden View

Sleeps 2 · 37 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

This room has a large, private garden and is located close to the guest house's main entrance. The private bathroom has a bathtub and separate shower.

Superior King Room

Sleeps 2 · 50 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Safety deposit box

The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a hairdryer. The double room is furnished with a desk and a seating area and provides a safe deposit box, heating and garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Infinity pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool with view
  • Salt-water pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Private parking
  • Street parking
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
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  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Golf course
  • Tour desk
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Adult only
  • Allergy-free room
  • Bike tours
  • Bowling
  • Canoeing
  • Car hire
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Diving
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Game drives
  • Garden
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Horse riding
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Smoke alarms
  • Snorkelling
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Squash
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Tennis court
  • Terrace
  • Walking tours

Location

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119 Hornbill Street, St Lucia, ZA

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:30 AM

What guests say9.646 reviews

+ Warm welcome+ Local activity information+ Generous breakfast
Cleanliness9.2
Service10.0
Location9.8
Room Quality9.2
Amenities9.2
Value for Money9.7

fint ställe med kanonkille som värd, Mr Carl. Fina stränder och kul att fiska, samt närheten till de

9.0

Bra frukost med fina alternativ och alla 3 morgon riktigt bra

Johan · SE · 2026-01-09

Guest review

8.0

The staff was excellent. Clean and the location was perfect

Helena · ZA · 2025-12-26

Guest review

10.0

L’accueil chaleureux, les informations sur les activités locales et le copieux petit déjeuner.

Florence · CH · 2025-07-04

Superb

9.0
Jonathan · ZA · 2025-01-16

Superb

9.0
Cammack · ZA · 2025-01-07

The best ever, I will come back definitely

10.0

Amazing place, amazing hostess, amazing team, location,

Nothing

Nitsan · IL · 2024-12-31

Good to know

Please inform 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.

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

Managed by a private host

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children ages 12 and older are allowed.

Children from 12 years old to 17 years old stay for ZAR 1,480 per person per night when using an existing bed.

Adults stay for ZAR 1,150 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

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Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.