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title: "Fairlight Beach House, Durban: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Fairlight Beach House in Durban: rated 8.8 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Guesthouse · ★★★★
# Fairlight Beach House

Umdloti / eMdloti, Durban, South Africa

8.8 ·  Excellent 16 reviews ·  #62 #62 of 128 in Durban ·  5.5 Location score
## About Fairlight Beach House

Fairlight Beach House is a guesthouse in Umdloti / eMdloti, Durban, South Africa. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 8.8 out of 10 across 16 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, bar. It is 19 km from the centre of Durban. The nearest beach is 440 m away. The nearest airport, King Shaka International Airport (DUR), is 6.8 km away.

- **Type:** Guesthouse

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 9

- **Floors:** 2

- **Last renovated:** 2026

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 2

1 Margaret Bacon Ave [fairlight.co.za](http://www.fairlight.co.za/)

## How Fairlight Beach House scores

Better rated than 53% of hotels in Durban

-   Guest rating **8.8**
-   Location **5.5**
-   Facilities **3.3**
-   Families **2.0**
-   Spa & wellness **2.5**
-   Beach access **8.8**

Durban average

## Amenities

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool
-   Massage

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar

### Leisure

-   Terrace
-   Casino

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Shuttle
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Balcony
-   In-room safe
-   Coffee or tea maker

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **5.5**/10

- **Walk grade:** **27**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **6**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">440 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">7 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">King Shaka International Airport (DUR)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6.8 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">15 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Durban</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">19 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">42 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

## Fairlight Beach House: in detail

At Fairlight Beach House, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hotel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Arrange your trips to and from the airport using the hotel's convenient transportation services booking. Amenities at shuttle offered by Fairlight Beach House simplify the organization of your excursions, tourist activities, and other adventures in Durban. For guests with their own vehicle, parking facilities are provided. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. At the hotel, their tours can even assist you in booking tickets and securing reservations for leisure activities and adventures. At the hotel, utilize the convenient laundry service to maintain your preferred travel attire fresh, allowing you to pack lighter. For the health and well-being of all guests and staff, smoking is restricted exclusively to assigned zones. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms feature linen service and air conditioning to ensure your comfort and convenience. A few accommodations at Fairlight Beach House also include unique design elements like a balcony or terrace. A few chosen rooms are equipped with television and cable TV to ensure guest amusement. In certain rooms, the hotel offers visitors access to a refrigerator and a coffee or tea maker. At Fairlight Beach House, select bathrooms are equipped with a hair dryer to enhance your comfort during your stay. A delightful breakfast is the perfect way to begin your day, and at Fairlight Beach House, you can always indulge in a scrumptious meal on-site. All adore a delightful cup of coffee! An on-site coffee shop ensures you can relish a cup of authentic, freshly-brewed coffee every morning -- or whenever you desire it. Allow your journey to be free from the pangs of hunger! On-site eateries offer delicious and accessible meal choices. An evening spent within the hotel's bar and casino may prove to be just as entertaining as venturing out with your fellow adventurers. Are you inclined to prepare your own dishes? You will surely appreciate having the on-site BBQ facilities available. At Fairlight Beach House, guests can take pleasure in the delightful recreational amenities provided for their entertainment. Conclude your days in complete tranquility by paying a visit to massage and salon for ultimate relaxation. At Fairlight Beach House, a wide array of amenities guarantees a fulfilling experience throughout your visit. Make your holiday truly memorable by taking a rejuvenating plunge into the pool.

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## Compare Fairlight Beach House with nearby hotels

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## Questions about Fairlight Beach House

### How do guests rate Fairlight Beach House?

Fairlight Beach House has a guest rating of 8.8 out of 10 from 16 reviews, which is better than 53% of rated hotels in Durban.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Fairlight Beach House?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does Fairlight Beach House include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Does Fairlight Beach House have a pool?

Yes, Fairlight Beach House has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at Fairlight Beach House?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is Fairlight Beach House from the airport?

The nearest airport, King Shaka International Airport (DUR), is 6.8 km away in a straight line.

### Is Fairlight Beach House close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 440 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Fairlight Beach House have?

Fairlight Beach House has 9 rooms on 2 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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