Aha Gateway Hotel Umhlanga, Durban ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Corner Centenary Boulevard & Twilight Drive, Durban, South Africa, 4321

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“The hotel's location is perfect for quick access to the airport and the vibrant Gateway Mall.”view full review

Aha Gateway Hotel Umhlanga is a premier three-star hotel conveniently attached to The Gateway Theatre of Shopping. Guests can enjoy a rooftop pool and a restaurant that offers a variety of Durban dishes. The hotel caters to both business and leisure travelers with its modern amenities and distinctive experience.

Rooms & Amenities

Aha Gateway Hotel Umhlanga offers 146 well-appointed bedrooms, each equipped with Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. Contemporary design elements in natural colors enhance comfort in these spacious rooms. Guests may select from various room types, including junior suites with balconies.

Dining Options

The Fig Tree Café within the hotel serves a contemporary menu featuring a range of delectable Durban dishes, offering options from light to hearty meals. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, it provides guests with diverse culinary experiences and views of the Wave House.

Business & Services

For events, Aha Gateway Hotel Umhlanga provides five fully-equipped conference venues, accommodating up to 500 delegates. Additional services include 24-hour reception, laundry services, and a roundtrip airport shuttle that connects to King Shaka International Airport, located 20 minutes away.

Leisure & Local Activities

Guests can take advantage of recreational facilities, including a rooftop pool and outdoor area. The hotel is close to numerous attractions, such as KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board and Mount Edgecombe Country Club, enhancing the leisure experience. Family-friendly accommodations are available, with select rooms suitable for children.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Room

2 persons

28 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Superior Room

2 persons

40 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Junior Suite

2 persons

44 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Comfortable Getaway

“The room was perfectly sized for two, beautifully decorated, and the bed was incredibly comfortable, making our stay a real delight.” view full review

Really good Breakfast

“The breakfast spread was truly really good, offering a variety of fresh and delicious options to start the day off right.” view full review

Prompt Room Service

“The room service was consistently lovely and delivered on time. There was only one minor delay, but it didn't affect our experience.” view full review

Stylish Atmosphere

“I loved the modern and clean decor in the living area; it created such a welcoming atmosphere that made me feel right at home.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
On-site car park
Handicap parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet
Children's pool

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Rooftop pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Corner Centenary Boulevard & Twilight Drive, Durban, South Africa, 4321

Map view

Corner Centenary Boulevard & Twilight Drive, Durban, South Africa, 4321

City landmarks

Beach

uMhlanga Main Beach

2.1 km

Lighthouse

uMhlanga Lighthouse

2.2 km

Harbour

Whalebone Pier

2.1 km

Landmark

Natal Shark Board

1.8 km

Shopping Area

The Crescent

790 m

Landmark

Africa Art Gallery

2.3 km

Event hall

Kwazulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre of Excellence

710 m

Shopping Area

Outlet Park

640 m

Mall

The Crescent Shopping Centre

750 m

Gym

Mount Edgecombe Country Club

2.1 km

Landmark

Makiwa Gallery

1.9 km

Shopping Area

Cornubia Mall

1.7 km

Mall

Granada Square

1.8 km

Nature reserve

Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve

3.0 km

Beach

Bronze Beach

2.5 km

Night club

Raffles Night Club

2.0 km

Landmark

Mindgame Escape

2.4 km

Landmark

Hawaan Forest

2.7 km

Landmark

Annies Self Catering

2.7 km

Landmark

Ramakrishna Centre of South Africa

5.1 km

Landmark

Umhlanga Rocks Promenade

6.4 km

Nearby

1 Palm Blvd G240

Wavepark Gateway

140 m

Mall

Gateway Theatre of Shopping

550 m

Palm Boulevard

500 m

Park

Chris Saunders Park

280 m

Restaurants

Krispy Kreme

650 m

1 Palm Boulevard

Getting around

City Centre

Durban24 min · 15.6 km

Airports

King Shaka International (DUR)31 min · 20.4 km

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)131 min · 87.2 km

Train

Durban Railway Station22 min · 14.4 km

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

from 05:00-10:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site at ZAR 30 per day.

Internet

is available in for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of ZAR 200 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Year renovated:

2010

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

144

Former name

Three Cities Gateway

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Aha Gateway Hotel Umhlanga, Durban

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining Options

Business & Services

Leisure & Local Activities

Select your room type

Price and Room Availability Calendar

Facilities

General

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Facilities for people with disabilities

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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