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Located in St Lucia, 2.6 km from St Lucia Crocodile Centre, Turaco Guest House provides accommodation with a breakfast area, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and barbecue facilities. Around 2.9 km from Saint Lucia Estuary, the property is also less than 1 km away from St Lucia Tours and Charters and offers free WiFi. All rooms have a patio.

This was the loveliest accommodation, from the location, to room, to yummy breakfast spread. Most importantly, the owners went out of their way to make our stay wonderful, from recommendation of nearby activities, companies operating in the area, things to see in the parks, to preparing a wonderful Christmas dinner for the guests, they made us feel right at home.

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9.7
Exceptional
115 reviews
Price from
ISK 10,502
per night

Boasting garden views, Kwalucia Private Safari Retreat offers accommodation with pool with a view, a garden and a bar, around 2 km from Ndlovu Beach. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

It is an amazing place we want to come back to. We were delighted during our stay for several reasons. Firstly, our room was beautifully decorated. Every small detail, including the scent, was carefully considered. For instance, there is a comfortable bathtub with a bathtub tray and candles; the sink is decorated with the image of a hippo. There are gels, shampoos, body lotions, cotton swabs, and pads near the sink – all the essentials for a comfortable stay. The bed was comfortable, and I must say we are quite particular about it. There is a TV in the room – although we didn't watch it, we enjoyed listening to the radio with local and classical music. Additionally, we were provided with tea, coffee, and small snacks in the room. Secondly, the owner of the place, Adrian, helped us plan and organize our stay in St. Lucia. Thanks to him, we had the best experience during our entire journey in South Africa. We had a boat tour to see hippos. Importantly, we were on a boat with only a few tourists and a knowledgeable guide, while other ships were crowded with people. Our guide showed us some additional sights. The next day, we went ocean fishing, and there were only five of us on the boat. We were very lucky, and for 3.5 hours, we enjoyed whale watching. Now, we have hundreds of pictures and videos of whales, and I even caught a big tuna! Adrian joined us to ensure the fish was properly cooked in the restaurant. It was a delicious and unique experience; we had never eaten such fresh tuna. Adrian also provided suggestions about restaurants, local markets, and other excursions. We truly appreciated the way he and Marie treated us. Thirdly, the breakfasts were superb. In the evening, guests can come to the hall, have a drink, and listen to music. There were books and photo albums available. For those interested, there is a small pool. We didn't swim but enjoyed its illumination in the evenings. We highly recommend booking this place.

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9.8
Exceptional
160 reviews
Price from
ISK 13,547
per night

Set in St Lucia, in a historic building, 1.5 km from Ndlovu Beach, Maputaland Guest House is a guest house with a garden and barbecue facilities. With an outdoor swimming pool, the 4-star guest house has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the outdoor fireplace, or enjoy views of the pool and garden.

Great location, very nice people, delicious breakfast Perfect stay!

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9.3
Superb
244 reviews
Price from
ISK 10,202
per night

Situated in St Lucia within the surrounds of The iSimangaliso Wetland Park, St Lucia Livingston Lodge offers 6 bedrooms with en suite bathrooms. The property features a terrace with BBQ facilities, a fire pit and a swimming pool with sun loungers.

Spacious, well decorated and functional. Photos don’t show how nice this place is and we were positively surprised. Staff very friendly and understanding. DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!

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9
Superb
130 reviews
Price from
ISK 6,751
per night

Set in St Lucia, St Lucia Hilltop Guest House has family-friendly accommodation featuring free WiFi, 53 km from the Nyalazi Gate to Hluhluwe–iMfolozi Park, while the Memorial Gate is 81 km away.

Some rooms feature a patio or a balcony. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning and tea-and-coffee-making facilities.

I liked everything about the place. Communication with the manager before our check in, the staff, the food, the cleanliness. The whole place is just breathtaking. It is as exactly as how you see it on the internet🤗

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9.5
Exceptional
440 reviews
Price from
ISK 9,377
per night

Situated on a litchi farm, Monzi Safari Lodge offers self-catering accommodation in Monzi and 20 km away from St Lucia.

The lodge features 7 cabins which each have their own splash pool and BBQ facilities. It offers a seating area, terrace and a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and an oven. You can enjoy sightings of buck, wildebeest and various bird species from your room.

Perfect service, extremely helpful receptionist, amazing accadomodation, beautiful sunrises above the trees, nice Braai and great location for trips to all national parks around!

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9.3
Superb
402 reviews
Price from
ISK 12,978
per night

Offering an outdoor pool surrounded by a landscaped garden, African Ambience Guest House is located in St Lucia which is part of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Free WiFi is available and the beach is within 2 km.

Simply the best experience. Nice room with enough space for comfortable stay. Calm and peaceful location - everything in town is walking distance. Safe environment. Friendly ginger cat :) lovely breakfast in serene environment outside. But above all, Amazing hosts - Hennie & Ilze.

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9.5
Exceptional
254 reviews
Price from
ISK 6,751
per night

iGwalagwala Guest House, situated in the village of St Lucia, is located in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park at the mouth of the St Lucia Estuary. It features a swimming pool.

Each guest room at iGwalagwala is air-conditioned and individually decorated. Equipped with tea-and-coffee-making facilities, the rooms also come with a hairdryer. The private bathrooms are each fitted with a shower.

Elné was an amazing host. She gave great advice about what to do in the area. She even went out of her way (twice!) to offer us a packed breakfast. The guest house itself was spotless and very comfortable. Most of the rooms face the pool, which is great for cooling off on a hot afternoon. Thank you!

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9.2
Superb
106 reviews
Price from
ISK 9,302
per night

Overlooking the St. Lucia Estuary, Lake St Lucia Lodge is nestled within a lush tropical garden. The Big Five Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve is within 50 km of the property.

The self-catering studios feature a fully equipped kitchen and braai area and offer views of the extensive garden. Each room comes with a private bathroom.

A beautiful and relaxing place to stay in St Lucia! André was super helpful with everything, even helped me with organizing a ride back to the airport weeks prior to me coming, and the garden/property around the cottage was also lovely to be in.

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9.2
Superb
281 reviews
Price from
ISK 4,501
per night

Set amidst a subtropical garden neighbouring the St. Lucia Isimangaliso Wetlands Park, Elephant Coast Guesthouse offers an outdoor pool and free WiFi.

All the spacious rooms are decorated in a modern African style, with air-conditioning and ceiling fans. The rooms come with a private bathroom with bath or shower, tea-and-coffee making facilities, a bar fridge, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Outside doors opening onto a private patio for you to sit and enjoy the garden view.

The facility was so beautiful and the stuff were very friendly

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9.3
Superb
135 reviews
Price from
ISK 9,489
per night

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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.
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  • Turaco Guest House
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 115 reviews

    Located in St Lucia, 2.6 km from St Lucia Crocodile Centre, Turaco Guest House provides accommodation with a breakfast area, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and barbecue facilities.

    The hospitality, cleanliness, and facility is superb 👌

  • St Lucia Livingston Lodge
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 130 reviews

    Situated in St Lucia within the surrounds of The iSimangaliso Wetland Park, St Lucia Livingston Lodge offers 6 bedrooms with en suite bathrooms.

    breakfast was good, and the area is perfect for relaxing

  • St Lucia Hilltop Guest House
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 440 reviews

    Set in St Lucia, St Lucia Hilltop Guest House has family-friendly accommodation featuring free WiFi, 53 km from the Nyalazi Gate to Hluhluwe–iMfolozi Park, while the Memorial Gate is 81 km away.

    The owner was very helpful, especially for local sightseeing.

  • iGwalagwala Guest House
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 106 reviews

    iGwalagwala Guest House, situated in the village of St Lucia, is located in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park at the mouth of the St Lucia Estuary. It features a swimming pool.

    Beautiful and clean. Well located, closeby the main street.

  • St. Lucia Wetlands Guest House
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 361 reviews

    Situated 1 km from both the iSimangaliso Wetland Park and the beach, this guesthouse offers leisure activities in tranquil surroundings.

    The breakfast was planty and delicious meal. We really enjoyed it

  • Oppi Rotse Guesthouse
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 269 reviews

    Set within 1.4 km of Ndlovu Beach and 1.6 km of Ingwe Beach in St Lucia, Oppi Rotse Guesthouse offers accommodation with seating area.

    Everything about the place and I will definitely come back

  • AmaZulu Lodge
    Breakfast options
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 316 reviews

    Located In the green coastal area, in the heart of Zululand, the AmaZulu Lodge boasts warm African Ambience, a garden pool, and rooms with patios.

    it was an oasis in the middle of town. loved the garden

  • Manor House St Lucia

    Set in St Lucia, 2.3 km from Ndlovu Beach and 2.5 km from Ingwe Beach, Manor House St Lucia offers an outdoor swimming pool and air conditioning.

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  • Monzi Safari Lodge
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 402 reviews

    Situated on a litchi farm, Monzi Safari Lodge offers self-catering accommodation in Monzi and 20 km away from St Lucia.

    Nice bungalow a bit out of st Lucia. It was clean and comfy.

  • St Lucia Safari Lodge Holiday Home
    5.4
    Scored 5.4
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 72 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, St Lucia Safari Lodge Holiday Home is set in St Lucia. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

    I like everything about their place we enjoyed our stay as family

  • Maputaland Guest House
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 244 reviews

    Set in St Lucia, in a historic building, 1.5 km from Ndlovu Beach, Maputaland Guest House is a guest house with a garden and barbecue facilities.

    We loved the very cute dogs and super friendly owners!

  • African Ambience Guest House
    Budget options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 254 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool surrounded by a landscaped garden, African Ambience Guest House is located in St Lucia which is part of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park.

    The hosts are so nice and they provide a delicious breakfast 😋

  • Elephant Coast Guesthouse
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 135 reviews

    Set amidst a subtropical garden neighbouring the St. Lucia Isimangaliso Wetlands Park, Elephant Coast Guesthouse offers an outdoor pool and free WiFi.

    The facility was so beautiful and the stuff were very friendly

  • Turtle Bay Lodge
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 58 reviews

    Located 200 metres from Euro Zulu Tour Operator in St Lucia, Turtle Bay Lodge features free WiFi access and free private parking. A terrace or patio are featured in certain rooms.

    landlords very warm and helpful. facility nicely equipped

  • The Sweetest Spot
    Budget options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 23 reviews

    The Sweetest Spot is set in St Lucia, 43 km from Hluhluwe. It offers 4 bedrooms and a private pool. Free WiFi is featured and free private parking is available on site.

    Good location close to facilities. Spacious for large family

  • Serene-estate Boutique Guesthouse
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 49 reviews

    Serene-estate Guesthouse is located on the border of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park (formerly known as St Lucia Greater Wetland Park) and offers guests a unique place to stay in beautiful surroundings.

    Beautiful property. Huge bedrooms. Great location.

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Homestays that guests love in St Lucia

  • Avg. price/night: ISK 11,252
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 254 reviews
    This stayed (beyond) exceeded our expectations! The lovely hosts made us feel at home instantly and provided various tips on what to do in the area. From making the best breakfasts ever to providing snorkelling gear. We hope to be able to come back at some point, thanks Hennie & Ilze!
    Mitch
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 11,252
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 118 reviews
    Great hosts
    Alex
    Family with young children
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 107 reviews
    We love the location of the property and enjoy the comfort and tasteful decor. Mark is a great host and we will definitely return for another visit.
    D
    Dieter
    Family with young children
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 43 reviews
    Excellent location, property in great condition. Aircon’s work very well, helpers clean exceptionally well considering the sea sand. Even saw a hippo very close to the veranda. Great host!
    Sean
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 13,953
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 361 reviews
    Colin was a great host. We felt at home throughout our stay. Colin has great attention to detail. He accommodated our every needs. The rooms were clean and beautiful. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you Colin.
    Aveena
    People with friends
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 300 reviews
    It was a beaultiful spot, would highly recommend. The view is gorgeous, has a nice pool and a lovely hostess and her daughter. They gave us excellent recommendations and helped book activities for us.
    Danne
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 6,001
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 281 reviews
    Andre is a great host, very friendly and welcoming. We had a lovely stay, comfortable and quiet, great value for money, and we even saw some hippos right on the street in front of his house at night. Fantastic experience. We will be back for sure!
    Markus
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 30 reviews
    Great host, great location, well equipped, comfortable, safe and quiet location.
    Douglas
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 18,004
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 121 reviews
    Bonita is a great host. The guesthouse is beautiful and well located. We will absolutely come back. Breakfast was amazing too. Tell Bonita what you want, and she will arrange everything. The hippo boats are within walking distance. For the other tours they will pick you up right at their door.
    Ton
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ISK 21,322
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 160 reviews
    Lovely hosts Marie and Adrian and couldn't be more helpful. Fantastic homemade breakfasts prepared freshly. Very comfortable room. Would definitely recommend.
    James
    Family with young children