Skip to main content

Umlilo Lodge

4.0 star property
Travelers start their day with ocean views and a delicious breakfast buffet before unwinding by the pool or heading out to explore nearby attractions

Choose dates to view prices

Umlilo Lodge sits right by the ocean, offering a peaceful retreat with its daily breakfast buffet, tranquil garden, and refreshing outdoor pool. Guests can relax on the terrace or browse the library for a good read. Former visitors consistently praise their experience here.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 5 of 5 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Economy Room (Small)

Economy Room (Small) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Economy Room (Small)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Garden view
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room

Family Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room (Unit)

Family Room (Unit) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Family Room (Unit)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Pool Room (5)

Pool Room (5) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Pool Room (5)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Mod logo
Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the neighborhood

Located in St. Lucia, Umlilo Lodge is in a national park and near the beach. Cape Vidal is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at iSimangaliso Wetland Park and St. Lucia Estuary Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our St. Lucia travel guide
View more B&B in St. Lucia
Map
9 Dolphin Avenue, St. Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal, 3936

What's nearby

  • The warning sign we saw before we approached the beach was for a good reason. A trip to the beach during a #WeekendGetaway did not include sunbathing, but rather some wildlife spotting.
    St. Lucia Estuary Beach
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kwazulu-Natal featuring zoo animals and dangerous animals
    St Lucia Crocodile Centre
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Greater St Lucia Wetland Park which includes forests, land animals and zoo animals
    iSimangaliso Wetland Park
    4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • The Gallery-St Lucia
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cape Vidal
    58 min drive - 26.8 miles

Getting around

  • Richards Bay (RCB)
    80 min drive

Restaurants

  • Barraca
    3 min walk
  • John Dory’s
    6 min walk
  • Thyme Square
    7 min walk
  • Reef & Dune
    5 min walk
  • Wimpy
    3 min walk

About this property

Umlilo Lodge

Upscale bed & breakfast by the ocean
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden at Umlilo Lodge. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
  • Tour/ticket assistance, laundry services, and 1 meeting room
Room features
All guestrooms at Umlilo Lodge boast perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and refrigerators

Similar properties

Garden
Forest Lodge
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 5 reviews
$89 nightly
The price is $103
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Forest Lodge
Compare similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Umlilo Lodge
Umlilo Lodge St. Lucia
Umlilo St. Lucia
Umlilo Lodge St. Lucia
Umlilo Lodge Bed & breakfast
Umlilo Lodge Bed & breakfast St. Lucia

Frequently asked questions

Does Umlilo Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Umlilo Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Umlilo Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Umlilo Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Umlilo Lodge located?

Situated by the ocean, this bed & breakfast is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from The Gallery-St Lucia and within 3 mi (5 km) of St. Lucia Estuary Beach and iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Mission Rocks Beach and Monzi Golf Club are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Umlilo Lodge Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a special place to stay, good accommodation, excellent service
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Henrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Udmærket ophold en dag eller to

Et ganske udmærket sted at overnatte en nat eller to. Der er hvad man har brug for i rene omgivelser. Møbler og senge er meget gammelt. Sengene er hårde. Meget høfligt og serviceminded personale som hjælper med hvad som helst.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

moaaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful lodge, great stay

Beautiful lodge. Excellent location.great hosts they amazing. You get that personal touch and service from the hosts. A memorable trip i will definitely return many times.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

anne-marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hôtel calme et confortable

Nous avons passé 2 nuits dans cet hôtel Les propriétaires sont très sympathiques Et ils nous ont réservé notre safari pour voir les crocodiles et hippopotames On y trouve une ambiance tropicale et très calme Il se situe à proximité des restaurants et petits magasins Le petit déjeuner est très bien
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy comfortable lodge with excellent service

The Umlilo lodge is a very nice lodge. The owner is very helpful and welcoming. The grounds of the lodge are lush, clean and well kept. The pool is nice and clean but it was unheated and as we were there in the winter it was too cold to swim. Breakfast is great. Location is also very good. We were in a nice room that probably needs a little bit of updating but it was cozy and comfortable. All in all, I would certainly go back there and highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mensen vriendelijk, maar basic lodge en zeker geen 4 sterren lodge. Dus prijs veel te hoog voor geleverde
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Umlilo Lodge Geweldig

wat een prachtige locatie, ondanks de wintertijd in ZA. Veel excursies gemaakt. Gewoon hartstikke fijn.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect place in a perfect location.

Umlillo Lodge is perfect! Just a few steps from the small commercial area of St. Lucia, the lodge is beautiful, with a courtyard maintained as the areas environment of trees, etc, (with occassional monkey visits too). The room is beautiful, clean, contemporary. And delicious breakfast. We loved it here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Wil, OUISTREHAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superbe !

Logement impeccable avec très beau décor, piscine, petit-déjeuner buffet complet. Prises françaises. Très bon accueil à l'arrivée, personnel souriant (les cuisinières ...) Bonne literie, propreté, grandes chambres et salle de bain. Petit village avec station essence, un petit restaurant typique, la poste, supermarché, pharmacie, artisanat au bord de la route. Nous avons énormément apprécié cet endroit et aurions dû prévoir une nuit de plus (une seule nuit réservée). De plus, en rentrant le soir, hippopotame juste en face de l'hôtel mangeant tranquillement, que nous avons pu photographier (surtout ne pas utiliser de flash).
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Toppenställe i St Lucia

Ett helt underbart boende, tropisk känsla,lugnt o h härliga dofter. Toppen service i denna oas av gröna växter o porlande vatten. Jättefina rum med gott om plats mycket trivsam inredning. Bra frukost. Rekommenderas varmt.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great place:-)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Sehr schöne Lodge

Die Umlilo Lodge ist sehr ansprechend angelegt - man fühlt sich ein bißchen wie im Urwald inkl. Bach vor der Zimmertür. Sie liegt mitten in St. Lucia, wir haben gleich nebenan im Ocean Sizzlers sehr gut gegessen. Die Zimmer sind geräumig, aber leider riecht es aufgrund der hohen Feuchtigkeit etwas "muffig". Dieses einzige Manko macht die Herzlichkeit des Personals (familiengeführt!) aber wieder wett.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great base in St. Lucia

Umlilo Lodge is great. The garden is beautiful with koi pools, a swimming pool and pathways thru the garden connecting the rooms and public spaces. Whoever decorated the rooms was very thoughtful. There was a lot of space to place suitcases, reading lamps for bed and a big bathroom. The public spaces were clean and pleasant. One night there was a fire in the fire pit and it was nice to sit by the fire. Did I mention the honor bar? Or that the hosts will book tours for you? Or the breakfast includes cooked to order eggs?
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

jean-francois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent séjour

Excellent accueil , très professionnel , et très bon niveau de prestation pour cet hôtel de caractère . Un seul regret , le manque d'insonorisation ( CH 1 et 2 ) . Personnel très coopératif et à l'écoute .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top Ambiente

Sehr schöne, saubere und originelle Lodge. Das Personal ist sehr nett und zuvorkommend. St. Lucia ist ein sehr sicherer Ort mit vielen Ausflugszielen.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super mooie Lodge, nette kamers. Zeer vriendelijk ontvangst, lekker ontbijt met verse eieren. Klein paradijs.

8/10 Good

J, M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Schöner Garten

Ruhig in einer Seitenstraße gelegen mit netten Gastgebern und zweckmäßigen sauberen Zimmern. Zum Hauptstraße kann man in wenigen Minuten laufen. Ich würde wieder hier übernachten.

10/10 Excellent

NICOLAS, PARIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super etape

Nous sommes restés une nuit, tres bon accueil, endroit tres agreable, tres vert et surtout nous avons vu des hippopotames juste en sortant de l'hotel !!

8/10 Good

Ellen, Howick, KZN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Umlilo Lodge very friendly

My grandchildren and I were very happy with the Umlilo lodge. The children enjoyed the pool, the breakfast was great, but the aircon didn't work in the room. Overall I would give it a 4+ rating.

8/10 Good

Chirag, Shelton, CT

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice but pricey

Nice little hotel, but very pricey for what it offers.

10/10 Excellent

David & Carole, Pittsburgh, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing Atmosphere and Extremely Helpful Host

Wonderful Facility! Lawerence was extremely helpful with lots of local knowledge. Directed us for game drives and sightseeing, even organized a birding tour our daughter. My wife loved the fresh scrambled eggs each morning!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Utmärkt ställe

Alldeles utmärkt ställe att bo på i St Lucia. Mysig och fint uppbyggd trädgård. Trevlig personal som hjälper till med allt man vill. De förbokade fina utflykter till oss som överträffade våra förhoppningar. Frukosten var jättegod och hade allt man kunde önska sig.

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic layout in a great location

We had planned to stay 2 nights at Umlilo but getting lost enroute cut us back to one night. That was a big disappointment because this property is really a great place to stay. Lawrence and his Mom are wonderful hosts who tend to all your needs.They booked our night safari and boat excursion in a matter of minutes. The inside courtyard of the Lodge is like a garden with trees running up to the second floor balconies. It's a one minute walk to the main street of St. Lucia. All in all, a very welcoming inn that will make you want to come back.

8/10 Good

NickiD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely cosy welcoming place, vey comfy beds and delicious breakfasts. Lovely, unusual and exotic setting with lots of character. The hosts go out of their way be be helpful and really want their guests to have a great holiday. It is obviously a family run B&B and not a 5 star hotel, and as such the Umlilo is not perfect, but the great hospitality and service and the homely atmosphere more than make up for any minor improvements that could be made (primarily lighting in the bedrooms). We would definitely recommend and would stay there again if we return to St Lucia.