Crooked Tree Cottage
Bed and breakfast, 4-star39 Hilken Drive, Durban, South AfricaShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for location, cleanliness and food.
9.0221Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.2 out of 10, at 39 Hilken Drive.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Charming Accommodation Near Umhlanga's Beaches
Picturesque Garden Setting: Enjoy the unique beauty of a "crooked" tree offering shade in summer and a stunning leafless spectacle in winter.
Spectacular Sea Views: Wake up to magnificent ocean views from your balcony and indulge in the beauty of the surrounding nature and birdlife.
Personalized Service: Experience a warm welcome and attentive service from our friendly hosts, ensuring a relaxed and delightful stay.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
Rooms
9.0
Top rated
Rated 9.0 out of 10 by 221 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.1
- Service8.6
- Location9.2
- Rooms9.1
- Amenities8.6
- Value9.1
- Food & drink9.1
Guests mention
CleanlinessPeaceful environmentConvenient locationFriendly hostsComfortable roomsGood value
KeithSouth AfricaCrooked Tree Bed and Breakfast in Umhlanga is perfectly situated, conveniently close to Gateway Private Hospital as well as the many shops, cafés, and restaurants in Umhlanga. The location could not be better.
Our host,…
OlufemiSouth AfricaHost was great
ThobisaniSouth AfricaAmazing
Service was so good
Nothing i didn’t like
BrianSouth AfricaVery pleasant. Great views of Umhlanga lights at night
MolopyaneSouth AfricaIt was closer to amenities
No Air-conditioning and the main light not working.
AyanSouth AfricaVery clean and neat, nice view, good value
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
39 Hilken Drive, Durban, South Africa
Guests rate the location 9.2 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
No children
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Crooked Tree does not take check ins after 10pm. Please note, payment is required through an online credit card payment link services. Crooked Tree Cottage will contact you with instructions. Please note that the guest will be required to present their Government issued ID matching the Credit card used for payment before the keys to the property are provided.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Crooked Tree Cottage
What time is check-in and check-out at Crooked Tree Cottage?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Crooked Tree Cottage allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Crooked Tree Cottage?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Crooked Tree Cottage have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Is breakfast included at Crooked Tree Cottage?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Crooked Tree Cottage have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Crooked Tree Cottage have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Crooked Tree Cottage?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Crooked Tree Cottage?
39 Hilken Drive, Durban.
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