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Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel connected to the convention centre in uMhlanga with a rooftop terrace

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views
Exterior
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Reception
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

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14 Palm Boulevard, Umhlanga Ridge, Umhlanga Rocks, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
3 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Loft, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Loft, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | Lounge

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

uMhlanga

You'll be connected to the convention centre at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge, and within a short 5-minute stroll of Gateway Theatre of Shopping and Ster-Kinekor Gateway. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class uMhlanga hotel include Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Durban Beach.

What's nearby

  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Umhlanga Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KAUAI - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mo-Zam-Bik - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪News Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Parada - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pak Kai - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge

Family-friendly hotel connected to the convention centre in uMhlanga with a rooftop terrace
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. The family-friendly Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge also features a rooftop terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star uMhlanga hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 205 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2009
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge offers 205 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This uMhlanga hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 495 reviews
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Parking on site (ZAR 65 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 235 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (99 centimetre wide door)
  • Raised toilet seat (50 centimetre high)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property requires full payment at check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 300 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 235 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 350 per person (one-way)
  • Self-parking fee: ZAR 65 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash.
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Protea Hotel Ridge
Protea Hotel Umhlanga
Protea Hotel Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
Protea Ridge
Protea Umhlanga Ridge
Umhlanga Protea Hotel
Umhlanga Protea Hotel Ridge
Umhlanga Ridge Protea Hotel
Protea Hotel Marriott Ridge
Protea Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
Protea Marriott Ridge
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge?

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge?

As of 14 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge on 21 Sept 2025 start from NZ$147.75, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge?

Yep, Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge has a self car park for ZAR 65 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge?

The closest beach to Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge is Umhlanga Rocks Beach (2.7 km).

Does Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge have a pool?

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge a romantic place to stay?

Garden-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge.

Is Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, it's no surprise that Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge is a hit with families.

Does Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is offered daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge?

No, pets are not allowed.