Daniel & Amber's Guidebook
Umdloti
For the early risers or sleeping beauties, breakfast or brunch will never be missed. Umdloti has a few options within walking distance from the Villa.
Delicious coffees, pastries and toasted sandwiches to start your day.
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Selections Café & Shop
1 S Beach RdDelicious coffees, pastries and toasted sandwiches to start your day.
The epitome of Umdloti - laidback and welcoming. Offers a diverse menu, with a great selection of wines and cocktails.
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Sandbar Restaurant & Cocktail
30 N Beach RdThe epitome of Umdloti - laidback and welcoming. Offers a diverse menu, with a great selection of wines and cocktails.
One of two, award winning, high dining restaurants with 180 degree views of the Indian Ocean. If you're looking for some of the best food in Durban, look no further. Booking essential.
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Bel Punto
1 S Beach RdOne of two, award winning, high dining restaurants with 180 degree views of the Indian Ocean. If you're looking for some of the best food in Durban, look no further. Booking essential.
The second award winning, high dining restaurant in Umdloti. They focus on contemporary cooking, and offer some of the best seafood in Durban. Booking essential.
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Mundo Vida
1 S Beach RdThe second award winning, high dining restaurant in Umdloti. They focus on contemporary cooking, and offer some of the best seafood in Durban. Booking essential.
The heart and soul of Umdloti, since 1992. They offer an array of delicious pub grub, that can be paired with an ice-cold draught beer, glass of wine, or cocktail.
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Bush Tavern, Umdloti
1 S Beach RdThe heart and soul of Umdloti, since 1992. They offer an array of delicious pub grub, that can be paired with an ice-cold draught beer, glass of wine, or cocktail.
A delicious and healthy menu; enjoy breakfast or lunch whilst sitting on the deck overlooking the Tidal Pool.
We would recommend their coffees, smoothies and their avo toast.
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Foam
30 N Beach RdA delicious and healthy menu; enjoy breakfast or lunch whilst sitting on the deck overlooking the Tidal Pool.
We would recommend their coffees, smoothies and their avo toast.
On the other side of the lagoon is one of Durban’s oldest and most well-known Indian restaurants, Seabelle. A humble restaurant focused on making the best bunnies & curries.
Tip: ordering take away will be cheaper.
We would suggest taking a 5 minute drive here.
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Seabelle Restaurant
62 S Beach RdOn the other side of the lagoon is one of Durban’s oldest and most well-known Indian restaurants, Seabelle. A humble restaurant focused on making the best bunnies & curries.
Tip: ordering take away will be cheaper.
We would suggest taking a 5 minute drive here.
Marine Walk Shopping Centre is a fresh take on convenience and has been curated for the laidback, outdoor coastal culture within the Umdloti/ Sibaya Coastal Precinct. Whether you need to pick up some groceries, have a dinner out or fancy a shop, Marine Walk has everything you need, close-by.
Marine Walk
Marine Walk Shopping Centre is a fresh take on convenience and has been curated for the laidback, outdoor coastal culture within the Umdloti/ Sibaya Coastal Precinct. Whether you need to pick up some groceries, have a dinner out or fancy a shop, Marine Walk has everything you need, close-by.
It’s a place to unwind, take shelter from the cold, or share a few pints just for the fun of it. Waxy O’Connors is an authentic Irish restaurant and pub. Tip: Every Wednesday they have a burger special - two for a price of one, and a beer included! The Paddy Sanchez Burger is a must!
Waxy O'Connors Salta
It’s a place to unwind, take shelter from the cold, or share a few pints just for the fun of it. Waxy O’Connors is an authentic Irish restaurant and pub. Tip: Every Wednesday they have a burger special - two for a price of one, and a beer included! The Paddy Sanchez Burger is a must!
An upmarket seafood restaurant offering sushi, fresh fish and delicious cocktails. Dine in and experience a dish off their Chef’s menu…all within a beautifully designed and appointed space. They do also offer take-away.
Tightline Salta
An upmarket seafood restaurant offering sushi, fresh fish and delicious cocktails. Dine in and experience a dish off their Chef’s menu…all within a beautifully designed and appointed space. They do also offer take-away.
Located within Marine Walk shopping centre, La Casa Nostra is a family run Italian trattoria since 1996. Locals and out-of-towners refer to it as ‘a little piece of Italy in Umdloti’. The most delicious pizzas, and they deliver too!
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La Casa Nostra
Marine DriveLocated within Marine Walk shopping centre, La Casa Nostra is a family run Italian trattoria since 1996. Locals and out-of-towners refer to it as ‘a little piece of Italy in Umdloti’. The most delicious pizzas, and they deliver too!
Umdloti Beach Tide Pool
29-30 N Beach RdAn Umdloti local favourite; head for a walk down South Beach Road and enjoy a delicious cup of coffee or the best iced coffee from Doloras.
Doloras Coffee
An Umdloti local favourite; head for a walk down South Beach Road and enjoy a delicious cup of coffee or the best iced coffee from Doloras.
Umhlanga
A food hall located on the podium of Umhlanga Arch - it offers a wide variety of delicious food options, with anything from gelato to sushi!
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Legacy Yard
1 Ncondo PlA food hall located on the podium of Umhlanga Arch - it offers a wide variety of delicious food options, with anything from gelato to sushi!
One of Durban's favorite Italian restaurants and markets. It is authentic in every sense, and offers an opportunity to eat and shop in a welcoming setting. Top Tip: Old Town Italy offers cooking courses multiple times a month, and are great for anyone who wants to learn how to master Italian cuisine.
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Old Town Italy
One of Durban's favorite Italian restaurants and markets. It is authentic in every sense, and offers an opportunity to eat and shop in a welcoming setting. Top Tip: Old Town Italy offers cooking courses multiple times a month, and are great for anyone who wants to learn how to master Italian cuisine.
One of our favorite options for an artisinal coffee or tea, and for a hearty breakfast. The avo on toast, with bacon and tomato relish is a crowd pleaser!
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African Roots Coffee
6-8 Lagoon DrOne of our favorite options for an artisinal coffee or tea, and for a hearty breakfast. The avo on toast, with bacon and tomato relish is a crowd pleaser!
Right in the heart of Umhlanga Village, Mary & Joe offers you a bistro style breakfast, and delicious lunch options.
Mary & Joe
14 Chartwell DrRight in the heart of Umhlanga Village, Mary & Joe offers you a bistro style breakfast, and delicious lunch options.
Durban's finest. Highly recommended for anyone looking to experience luxury in every sense of the word. Three restaurants, three bars and an award winning spa, all while overlooking Umhlanga promenade make this a truly 5-star experience. Must do's include the high tea, curry night and the most extravagant breakfast. Booking essential.
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The Oyster Box Hotel
2 Lighthouse RdDurban's finest. Highly recommended for anyone looking to experience luxury in every sense of the word. Three restaurants, three bars and an award winning spa, all while overlooking Umhlanga promenade make this a truly 5-star experience. Must do's include the high tea, curry night and the most extravagant breakfast. Booking essential.
If you’re feeling active, we would suggest walking through the Hawaan Forest along the boardwalk and promenade, ending off directly on the beach with an iced coffee in hand.
The Rox coffee shop has coffees and pastries, and is located on the halfway mark of the Umhlanga Promenade.
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Hawaan Beach
84 Lagoon DrIf you’re feeling active, we would suggest walking through the Hawaan Forest along the boardwalk and promenade, ending off directly on the beach with an iced coffee in hand.
The Rox coffee shop has coffees and pastries, and is located on the halfway mark of the Umhlanga Promenade.
Since opening in 2016, The Chefs' Table has earned its place as one of the more sophisticated dining experiences in Durban, while remaining contemporary and approachable. Beautifully designed, with luxurious detail The Chefs' Table offers gracious hospitality, located in the heart of the Umhlanga village.
Executive Head Chef Mathew Armbruster presents a modern, seasonal menu inspired by the best fresh, seasonal ingredients that Kwa-Zulu Natal has to offer. The open plan kitchen is at the heart of the restaurant, allowing diners to watch the chefs at work and feel the connection to the food and the beautifully plated dishes being prepared.
Be sure to check out their dates and events for special tasting menus, restaurant week etc.
Reservations are essential.
https://www.thechefstable.co.za
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The Chefs' Table
Since opening in 2016, The Chefs' Table has earned its place as one of the more sophisticated dining experiences in Durban, while remaining contemporary and approachable. Beautifully designed, with luxurious detail The Chefs' Table offers gracious hospitality, located in the heart of the Umhlanga village.
Executive Head Chef Mathew Armbruster presents a modern, seasonal menu inspired by the best fresh, seasonal ingredients that Kwa-Zulu Natal has to offer. The open plan kitchen is at the heart of the restaurant, allowing diners to watch the chefs at work and feel the connection to the food and the beautifully plated dishes being prepared.
Be sure to check out their dates and events for special tasting menus, restaurant week etc.
Reservations are essential.
https://www.thechefstable.co.za
The city's most iconic setting with a cool Tiki beach vibe.
Meet for celebrations at 140 m above sea level with unrivalled views. Or kickback and relax in one of our gas lit fire pits and enjoy a Cuba-Libre inspired cocktail in a Tiki mug.
Back Yard Rooftop Bar
1 Ncondo PlaceThe city's most iconic setting with a cool Tiki beach vibe.
Meet for celebrations at 140 m above sea level with unrivalled views. Or kickback and relax in one of our gas lit fire pits and enjoy a Cuba-Libre inspired cocktail in a Tiki mug.
Oceans Mall is distinctive and geared for all tastes, including the sophisticated and affluent, and will boast two large, state-of-the-art anchor tenants – Woolworths and Checkers – complemented by both well-known national and sought-after international brands to satisfy the most discerning of shoppers. Oceans Mall offers mouth-watering restaurants such as the trendy Tiger’s Milk and Black, plus local franchise favourites such as Spur and Hussar Grill.
The next phase of the mall will launch in March 2023 and will feature premium international fashion brands such as Dolce & Gabbana, Burberry, and Versace in the high-end fashion Platinum Walk.
Oceans 11 lifestyle
Oceans Mall is distinctive and geared for all tastes, including the sophisticated and affluent, and will boast two large, state-of-the-art anchor tenants – Woolworths and Checkers – complemented by both well-known national and sought-after international brands to satisfy the most discerning of shoppers. Oceans Mall offers mouth-watering restaurants such as the trendy Tiger’s Milk and Black, plus local franchise favourites such as Spur and Hussar Grill.
The next phase of the mall will launch in March 2023 and will feature premium international fashion brands such as Dolce & Gabbana, Burberry, and Versace in the high-end fashion Platinum Walk.
Ballito
With over 375km of trails, Holla Trails caters for mountain bikers, runners or those who simply enjoy walking in the outdoors. Bikes are available for hire.
Be sure to check out their dates for any events taking place:
https://www.hollatrails.co.za
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Holla Trails
With over 375km of trails, Holla Trails caters for mountain bikers, runners or those who simply enjoy walking in the outdoors. Bikes are available for hire.
Be sure to check out their dates for any events taking place:
https://www.hollatrails.co.za
Serving up funky breakfasts, lunches and dinners.
Kuta-Kola offers a casual setting for a delicious coffee or cocktail on the sundeck with the most epic sea views in Ballito.
Kuta-Kola
Serving up funky breakfasts, lunches and dinners.
Kuta-Kola offers a casual setting for a delicious coffee or cocktail on the sundeck with the most epic sea views in Ballito.
An immersive food, entertainment and shopping experience. The Market offers a wide range of cuisines ranging from pizza to burgers to sushi.
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The Market
An immersive food, entertainment and shopping experience. The Market offers a wide range of cuisines ranging from pizza to burgers to sushi.
Yori ōkī is an intimate, beautifully designed space in which to indulge in the flavours of Japan, on both a sensory and culinary level.
Bookings are essential.
Yori Oki Sushi & Grill
Yori ōkī is an intimate, beautifully designed space in which to indulge in the flavours of Japan, on both a sensory and culinary level.
Bookings are essential.
Christmas Bay
99 Colwyn DrSpend the morning at Christmas Bay beach
Experience discernment made simple at 45 on Eat Street. This is a place for Ballito families and friends to connect and feel comfortable in a sophisticated yet casual environment. More than just a place to eat incredible food, you will find stunning décor and design and superb service. The attention to detail is evident in the spaces, the furnishings, the crockery and cutlery, the food and the plating, all adding up to a polished yet uncomplicated experience.
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45 on Eat Street
498 Main RdExperience discernment made simple at 45 on Eat Street. This is a place for Ballito families and friends to connect and feel comfortable in a sophisticated yet casual environment. More than just a place to eat incredible food, you will find stunning décor and design and superb service. The attention to detail is evident in the spaces, the furnishings, the crockery and cutlery, the food and the plating, all adding up to a polished yet uncomplicated experience.
Thompson Bay Rock Pool
0B Rock LnEnjoy a round of golf at the prestigious golf course and eco estate, Simbithi.
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Simbithi Country Club
Club CrescentEnjoy a round of golf at the prestigious golf course and eco estate, Simbithi.
Whether its enjoying a Sunday Roast or taking in the panoramic ocean views, you won't be disappointed.
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Salt Rock Hotel
59 Basil Hulett DrWhether its enjoying a Sunday Roast or taking in the panoramic ocean views, you won't be disappointed.
Dinner or a night out? Conchilla Tapa's Lounge and Bar has epic sea views and promises a good time.
Bubbles & Babes
Enjoy buy 1 get 1 free Pongrácz
Every Thursday Night
From 5pm – 8pm
Conchilla
Dinner or a night out? Conchilla Tapa's Lounge and Bar has epic sea views and promises a good time.
Bubbles & Babes
Enjoy buy 1 get 1 free Pongrácz
Every Thursday Night
From 5pm – 8pm
Durban
Africa’s Longest Promenade: The expansive and recently extended 16km promenade is a perfect spot for riding bikes, walking, running or spending a day beaching.
We would suggest hiring bikes from a local favourite, Bike ‘n Bean, or from Durban Skate Park, and cycle the promenade for R50 an hour (R25 for an additional hour).
Hire a stand-up paddle board (SUP), from outside UShaka, and SUP the canals or in the ocean. A great way to watch the sunrise or if you’re lucky, see dolphins!
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Durban Beach Front
Snell ParadeAfrica’s Longest Promenade: The expansive and recently extended 16km promenade is a perfect spot for riding bikes, walking, running or spending a day beaching.
We would suggest hiring bikes from a local favourite, Bike ‘n Bean, or from Durban Skate Park, and cycle the promenade for R50 an hour (R25 for an additional hour).
Hire a stand-up paddle board (SUP), from outside UShaka, and SUP the canals or in the ocean. A great way to watch the sunrise or if you’re lucky, see dolphins!
One of our favorite locations in Durban. An old parking lot, turned lush food garden. There is something for everyone here; Paul's homemade ice-cream, chicken strips from Bird & Co, smoothies from Seed, offee from Barn Owl and healthy breakfasts from Glamwich.
Florida Fields
297 Florida RdOne of our favorite locations in Durban. An old parking lot, turned lush food garden. There is something for everyone here; Paul's homemade ice-cream, chicken strips from Bird & Co, smoothies from Seed, offee from Barn Owl and healthy breakfasts from Glamwich.
A family run, Italian restaurant of the highest calibre. Overlooking Mitchell Park, the 42 year old Spiga you will leave you feeling warm and welcomed. Note that they only take walk ins, no reservations allowed.
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Spiga
465 Innes RoadA family run, Italian restaurant of the highest calibre. Overlooking Mitchell Park, the 42 year old Spiga you will leave you feeling warm and welcomed. Note that they only take walk ins, no reservations allowed.
9th Ave Waterside is a showcase for fresh seasonal cuisine, exquisitely presented, from modern interpretations of bistro classics to cutting edge.
Spend an afternoon or evening overlooking the Durban Harbour.
We would suggest making a reservation beforehand as they’re a popular choice.
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9th Avenue Waterside
2 Maritime Pl9th Ave Waterside is a showcase for fresh seasonal cuisine, exquisitely presented, from modern interpretations of bistro classics to cutting edge.
Spend an afternoon or evening overlooking the Durban Harbour.
We would suggest making a reservation beforehand as they’re a popular choice.
The best bakery in Durban. Their artisinal bread options will blow you away, and their dinner pizza options are some of the most delicious, yet affordable you will find. Extra tip; The Glenwood Bakery has recently expanded to a second store at the bottom of Florida Road, specializing in fresh breakfast bagels. Don't miss out!
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The Glenwood Bakery
398 Esther Roberts RdThe best bakery in Durban. Their artisinal bread options will blow you away, and their dinner pizza options are some of the most delicious, yet affordable you will find. Extra tip; The Glenwood Bakery has recently expanded to a second store at the bottom of Florida Road, specializing in fresh breakfast bagels. Don't miss out!
Sit on the edge of the promenade or feel the sand between your toes, Circus Circus provides a laid back, family friendly setting. Their diverse menu includes milkshakes, breakfast and lunch options, catering for all.
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Circus Circus Beach Cafe
1 Snell ParadeSit on the edge of the promenade or feel the sand between your toes, Circus Circus provides a laid back, family friendly setting. Their diverse menu includes milkshakes, breakfast and lunch options, catering for all.
The Durban Botanic Gardens (Est. 1849) is currently Africa’s oldest surviving botanic garden and remains a national and local City asset actively contributing to plant conservation and plant-based education.
Explore the beautiful gardens, bird life and enjoy a picnic.
Check out events and live music in the park!
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Botanische tuinen
9A John Zikhali RdThe Durban Botanic Gardens (Est. 1849) is currently Africa’s oldest surviving botanic garden and remains a national and local City asset actively contributing to plant conservation and plant-based education.
Explore the beautiful gardens, bird life and enjoy a picnic.
Check out events and live music in the park!