Umlilo Guest House

–Excellent location - show map
+80 photos
Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

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About this property

Umlilo Guest House is located in St. Lucia, a small coastal village surrounded by the Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park, South Africa's first National World Heritage Site. Each room is equipped with WiFi, a minibar and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. They are all air-conditioned and have an en suite bathroom, and have direct garden views or balconies overlooking the pool and garden. For a surcharge, the property arranges dinner where authentic African dishes are served. Guests can relax at the shared lounge, on-site bar or outdoor swimming pool. Staff at the property can help arrange activities to nearby attractions such as game drives, snorkelling, fishing and boat cruises on the estuary. King Shaka International Airport is located 212 km away and Richard's Bay is a 50 minute drive from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Free cot available on request

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the best rated area in St Lucia, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Buffet

Options with:

  • Garden view

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Double Room
We have 1 left
  • 1 large double bed
269 feet²
Balcony
Garden view
Bath
Air conditioning
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Minibar
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Mosquito net
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Hand sanitiser
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Max persons: 2
US$123 per night
Price US$369
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$73 per night
Price US$219
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
Twin/Double Room
377 feet²
Balcony
Garden view
Pool view
Bath
Air conditioning
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$132 per night
Price US$397
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$78 per night
Price US$233
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
Family Room
We have 2 left
  • 2 single beds and
  • 1 extra-large double bed
431 feet²
Balcony
Garden view
Bath
Air conditioning
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$132 per night
Price US$397
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$78 per night
Price US$233
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Superb breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
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Guests who stayed here loved

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Netherlands Netherlands
“Umlilo Guest House is a peaceful green oasis with beautiful trees and plants. The owners are very friendly, helpful and pay attention to detail and quality. When we arrived after a long day, they made us a lovely dinner. We felt very welcome and...”
Michael
Zambia Zambia
“Jungle type setting. Comfortable beds. Great breakfast.”
Flynn
Ireland Ireland
“The staff were very friendly and helpfulit was clean and comfortable and a good location. Breakfast in the morning was nice too.”
Rajen
South Africa South Africa
“The owners. And the safety.Also the breakfast was outstanding. Enjoy the want welcome from Zoe.”
Michelle
South Africa South Africa
“Umlilo is just beautiful with friendly staff that go out of their way to help you. They make your stay very convenient by booking tours and sending laundry to the wash! To stay there was also part of the holiday, very relaxing and inviting! I...”
Kamlesh
South Africa South Africa
“Beautiful, peaceful surroundings. Very accomodating and friendly staff”
Luciana
South Africa South Africa
“Umlilo is a fantastic, beautiful lodge in the heart of Saint Lucia, better than what we expected, the lady at the reception is very friendly and helpful. A real gem ❤️”
Philip
South Africa South Africa
“Setting is beautiful. Air-conditioner was welcomed in the heat.”
Eleanor
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It was lovely to stay here in St Lucia, such a lovely town. The lodge was so peaceful and quiet. We had a wonderful stay, thankyou!”
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Exceptional staff - super friendly and accommodating. Delicious dinner. Wish we could have stayed longer.”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Pizza • Local • Grill/BBQ • South African
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

House rules

Umlilo Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Umlilo Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.