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$63Old South Coast Road Illovo Beach, Amanzimtoti, 4126, South Africa
497 reviews
1/35
Restaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Kids' pool
Business center
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Fitness center
Protea Hotel by Marriott Karridene Beach is a 3-star hotel along the coast in eManzimtoti, South Africa, about 5.6mi from the city center. Address: Old South Coast Road Illovo Beach. Nestled by the sea, this property offers a sunny backdrop for beach lovers and travelers seeking a relaxed South African getaway.
With 497 reviews, this seaside stay offers solid value, with rates starting from $63 per night. The location on Old South Coast Road Illovo Beach makes it easy to dip into coastal vibes while staying within reach of town sights.
Featured amenities include a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, kids' pool, free WiFi, private parking, room service, and a fitness center. Additional facilities include a 24-hour front desk, non-smoking rooms, wheelchair accessibility, elevator, terrace, garden, private entrance, and beach access, with on-site parking free. For extra charges, shuttle service and airport shuttle, meeting/banquet facilities, spa, sauna, steam room, massage, mini golf, and babysitting/child services are available, along with beach umbrellas (free), picnic area, playground, and kids' meals.
On the coast, this property invites a sun-drenched escape with an outdoor pool and a separate kids’ pool for family-friendly days by the sea. Free WiFi and private parking simplify stays, while room service and a fitness center add convenient touches after a day in the breeze. A 24-hour front desk, terrace, and garden offer easy spots to unwind, and direct beach access makes it easy to dip in and out of the waves.
Dining is a highlight at the on-site restaurant, offering ambiances that range from family-friendly to traditional, modern, and romantic, with flavors drawn from African, American, Argentinian, and Asian cuisines. For added convenience, shuttle services and airport transfers are available for a fee, meeting and banquet facilities for events, spa, sauna, steam room, massage, mini golf, and babysitting/child services on request, plus free beach umbrellas, a picnic area, a playground, and kids’ meals.
Non-smoking rooms practice comfort, along with an elevator and a private entrance, and on-site parking is free. Beach access is right outside, and a range of accommodations—from King Rooms and Deluxe options to Junior Suites and even Presidential Suite—offers choices for couples, families, or groups.
Closest airports
Virginia Aerodrome
27.6miKing Shaka International Airport
39miPieter Maritzburg
42.5miMargate Airport
58.8miRestaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Kids' pool
Business center
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Fitness center
Steam room
Beach
Air conditioning
Bar
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach umbrellas
Elevator
Playground
Kids' meals
Picnic area
Garden
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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King Room, Smoking Allowed
1 King Size Bed
280 sqft
Smoking allowed
Minibar
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Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking is 280 square feet and includes desk, satellite tv , hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities , and safe.
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Deluxe
1 King Size Bed
280 sqft
Smoking not allowed
Private Bathroom
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Private entrance
Flat-screen TV
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The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room features a safe deposit box, an electric kettle, a carpeted floor, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.
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Room - 2 King
2 Double Beds
Smoking not allowed
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Two Double Beds Non Smoking
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Presidential Suite, Sea View
1 King Size Bed
1290 sqft
Smoking not allowed
Free wifi
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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Room - 2 Double/2 King
2 King Size Beds
280 sqft
Smoking not allowed
Private Bathroom
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Private entrance
Microwave
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Junior Suite, Sea View
1 King Size Bed
Smoking not allowed
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Junior Suite Sea View King Bed
King Room
1 King Size Bed
Smoking not allowed
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King Bed Non Smoking
Double Room
Smoking not allowed
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Guest Room
Presidential Suite
Smoking not allowed
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Suite Presidential With Views
Room - 2 Double, Smoking Allowed
2 Double Beds
Smoking allowed
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Room - 2 Double
2 Double Beds
Smoking not allowed
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Junior Suite
Smoking not allowed
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8.3
497 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Staff
Value for money
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Featured reviews:
Patriciapapenfus
10
January 2025
The staff deserves special mention – they were incredibly friendly, professional, and always willing to go above and beyond to ensure that every guest felt welcome and well taken care of. Their helpful and attentive attitude truly added to the warmth of the stay. The food was a delightful surprise, exceeding my expectations with its variety and quality. Every meal was delicious and carefully prepared, catering to different tastes while maintaining a high standard. As for the rooms, they were immaculate! It’s evident that cleanliness and neatness are a top priority for the hotel. The rooms were not only spotless but also very comfortable, making it easy to unwind and relax after a day of exploring.
Kersari
9.1
April 2025
Room was neat and clean. Cleans towels provided. A bonus was the room also had a microwave. This is not found in many hotels. Breakfast was excellent. Good variety. Even catered to our "Hindu needs" as we don't eat beef or pork. Real value for money. Dinner was well prepared and very good. As a point of note - more options should be included in the al la carte menu.
Rooms need to be ready on time. Check-in time is 2pm At this time ALL rooms should be ready. Need more waiters especially during dinner time. Our drinks order took very long to come. We waited for about 25 min before order was received.
Lawrence
10
January 2025
The food was okay. The menu was the same for the 3 breakfast we ate,and spoiled the breakfast. The room was clean and the comfortable beds
I didn't like repeated menus.We were not provided water in our room. Shower cap was only provided in our first day and thereafter no more.Body wash was not provided on the second day until I made a request from the reception. I would suggest that the hotel purchase a shuttle to ferry clients from the airport
Bowman
8.2
July 2025
Staff were friendly, the hotel was clean. The only issue was the restaurant. A bit of a wait to get drinks and order off the menu as opposed to the buffet. Also, with it being my first visit to the hotel I wasn't sure how the payment for the restaurant worked and wasn't sure who to ask regarding it. But staff were very friendly and helpful overall.
Not enough putt putt sticks. Had to go to thr kiosk like five times to keep checking. Otherwise everything else was great.
Sekoto
9.1
December 2024
A secure environment, peaceful private but so accommodating, I love the place soon much....A hats off for Mr.Shange one of the security officials at the beach, indeed charity begins at home....his customer care is so exceptional and you could see that what he do is what he learnt from home... he brings home away from home .. a father for All of us, very knowledgeable...he deserves a commendation.... the staff in its entirety loves what they are doing.....I will visit the place repeatedly without being bored
Nandipa
8.2
December 2023
The food was exceptional, the staff were very friendly, and the view was breath taking especially the rising sun in the morning.
The Spa was quite disappointing, when one books at a Protea hotel there is an expected standard or level of ambience expected especially at their Spa. The nail polish was running out and the lady kept on tipping the bottle over, the massage rooms are tiny. The feeling I got at this Spa was that of a back room Spa at the location. The staff was very friendly at the Spa and they knew what they were doing, my disappointment is more on the facility that needs to be upgraded to the level of the brand Protea hotel.
Karabo
10
January 2025
The location is excellent, you can see the beach from your window. The staff is friendly, their buffet breakfast and dinner was amazing. They have an Olympic size swimming pool, we enjoyed it very much. They allowed us early check in, and late check out, upon our humble request. We will definitely come back.
Absolutely nothing to critique.
Brooklyn08
10
February 2025
It was awweeeeeeeesooooome, every item on the menu was fresh and there was a variety from cereals, mushrooms, fruit salad with honey
Room service, the cleaning ladies they skipped my room and I had to ask some other ladies who were not allocated to clean my room to assist which they gladly obliged and I had to wait in the foyer
Thobile
10
November 2023
Professionalism courtesy and environmental hygiene. I also appreciated the fact that my suggestion from the previous feedback which was about the microwave oven was taken into consideration. The room had a microwave this time around.
Some crockery will help but I appreciated the fact that it was explained when I made an enquiry that I needed to call the reception for assistance. Thank you 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Victor
9.1
December 2023
Stuff is very friendly and helpful, very clean space.
I didn't like the fact that you don't offer food that accommodates toddlers, may you kindly add macaroni and cheese, French fries,chicken nuggets on your menu. For festive holidays, can you also add entertainment in the evening like karaoke or traditional dance groups. Since the hotel is located in an area where there's no so many activities, we ended up being stuck in the room because it was raining.
Attractions
Phansi Museum
19.3miVictoria Street Market
21.2miJuma Mosque (Juma Masjid)
21.2miDurban Indian Quarter
21.3miDurban Playhouse Company
21.3miUshaka Marine World
21.5miKwa Muhle Museum
21.6miDurban Botanic Gardens
21.8miDurban City Hall
21.9miDurban Golden Mile
22.3miMoses Mabhida Stadium
23.3miUmgeni River Bird Park
24.3miValley of a Thousand Hills
29.9miAttractions
Phansi Museum
19.3miVictoria Street Market
21.2miJuma Mosque (Juma Masjid)
21.2miDurban Indian Quarter
21.3miDurban Playhouse Company
21.3miUshaka Marine World
21.5miKwa Muhle Museum
21.6miDurban Botanic Gardens
21.8miDurban City Hall
21.9miDurban Golden Mile
22.3miMoses Mabhida Stadium
23.3miUmgeni River Bird Park
24.3miValley of a Thousand Hills
29.9miAirports
Virginia Aerodrome
27.6miKing Shaka International Airport
39miPieter Maritzburg
42.5miMargate Airport
58.8miCuisines
Ambiances
Location
Availability
Restaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Kids' pool
Business center
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Room service
Fitness center
Steam room
Beach
Air conditioning
Bar
Private entrance
Parking On Site
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach umbrellas
Elevator
Playground
Kids' meals
Picnic area
Garden
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Beach
Bicycle rental
Darts
Fishing
Game room
Mini golf
Ping-pong
Pool table
Racquetball
Themed dinners
Bathroom
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Business Facilities
Business center
Fax/Photocopying
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Ironing service
Laundry
Suit press
Entertainment & Family Services
Babysitting/Child services
Indoor play area
Playground
Food & Drink
Bar
Grocery deliveries
Kids' meals
Packed lunches
Restaurant
Wine/Champagne
Food & drink safety
Breakfast to-go containers
Delivered food covered securely
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge
Express check-in/out
Invoice provided
General
Air conditioning
Carpeted
Designated smoking area
Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Interconnecting room(s) available
Non-smoking rooms
Private entrance
Room service
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Electric kettle
Microwave
Living Area
Desk
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Satellite channels
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
BBQ facilities
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Terrace
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Mobile app for room service
Room Amenities
Iron
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Safe
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service
Spa
Back massage
Beach umbrellas
Couples' massage
Fitness center
Foot massage
Full-body massage
Hand massage
Head massage
Kids' pool
Massage
Neck massage
Outdoor swimming pool
Sauna
Spa
Spa facilities
Steam room
Transportation
Airport drop-off
Airport pickup
Airport shuttle
Car rental
Shuttle service
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From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 11:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No capacity for extra beds.
Cash
Diners Club,
American Express,
Visa,
Mastercard,
Cash only
This property accepts cash.
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