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Crooked Tree Cottage

39 Hilken Drive, Durban, ZA

9 guest rating· 219 reviews

About this hotel

Charming Accommodation Near Umhlanga's Beaches

Picturesque Garden Setting : Enjoy the unique beauty of a "crooked" tree offering shade in summer and a stunning leafless spectacle in winter.

Spectacular Sea Views : Wake up to magnificent ocean views from your balcony and indulge in the beauty of the surrounding nature and birdlife.

Personalized Service : Experience a warm welcome and attentive service from our friendly hosts, ensuring a relaxed and delightful stay.

Book your stay at Crooked Tree Cottage for a tranquil retreat near Umhlanga's beaches and Durban's attractions.

Rooms & rates

Cottage En suite Double - Room 3

Sleeps 1 · 16 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom

Standard Suite, Balcony, Sea View

Sleeps 2 · 17 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom

Deluxe Self catering - Room 4 - Family

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom

Superior Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom

Junior Suite, Balcony, Sea View

Sleeps 2 · 17 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom

Design Studio Suite, Kitchen, Sea View

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom

Twin/Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Studio

Sleeps 2 · 45 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen

Studio

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

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Studio

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

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Air conditioning
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Golf course
  • Mobile app for room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
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  • Aerobics
  • Bowling
  • Broadcast Live sport events
  • Canoeing
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Diving
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Horse riding
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shallow end
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Snorkelling
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Squash
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Stand-up comedy
  • Tennis court
  • Terrace
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Water park
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Windsurfing

Location

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39 Hilken Drive, Durban, ZA

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

What guests say9219 reviews

+ Cleanliness+ Peaceful environment+ Convenient location+ Friendly hostsRude staff memberLimited parking
Cleanliness9.1
Service8.6
Location9.2
Room Quality9.1
Amenities8.6
Value for Money9.1

Guest review

10.0

Very pleasant. Great views of Umhlanga lights at night

Brian · ZA · 2026-07-22

Guest review

5.0

It was closer to amenities

No Air-conditioning and the main light not working.

Molopyane · ZA · 2026-07-08

Very clean and neat, nice view, good value

10.0
Ayan · ZA · 2026-07-08

Guest review

10.0

The Views

None

Zola · ZA · 2026-07-02

Good to know

Crooked Tree does not take check ins after 10pm.

Please note, payment is required through an online credit card payment link services. Crooked Tree Cottage will contact you with instructions.

Please note that the guest will be required to present their Government issued ID matching the Credit card used for payment before the keys to the property are provided.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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.

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

Parking

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

Children and extra bed policy

Children are not allowed.

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Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

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