Accommodation

Rostalyn Guest House offers peace and tranquillity

First impressions make the most impact! Our first impression of Rostalyn Guest House, as we drove up to the gate, was one of a beautifully maintained and immaculate retreat.

Situated in the heart of Umhlanga; the central hub of tourism in Durban, the guesthouse is surrounded by lush gardens and is within walking distance of the beach and all local restaurants and shops.

From the driveway, to the garden to the sparkling rock pool, everything looked squeaky clean and orderly. We were warmly welcomed by the owner, and escorted to our room, which faced onto the pool.

We left our belongings in our room and headed for a walk on the beach. Later, we enjoyed a pizza and a glass of wine on a deck at the main swimming beach as we watched the full moon rising over the sea. This set the tone for a very peaceful night’s sleep on a very comfortable bed.

Accommodation at Rostalyn Guest House

Rostalyn Guest House consists of eight en-suite bedrooms, offering all the comforts one could need including air conditioner, DStv, FREE Wi-Fi, a well-stocked bar fridge, tea and coffee tray, hairdryer and all the lotions and creams that one could wish for in an immaculate bathroom with a super-sized shower rose.

We were up with the sun the following morning and took another walk on the beach as we watched the sunrise. There were many morning joggers and people, who, like us, were just there for a stroll.

As time passed, we felt famished and looked forward to breakfast. And what a mouth-watering breakfast we were served – yoghurt, fruit juice, sausage, bacon, mushrooms, onion, eggs, baked beans, tomato, toast and croissants. There was also an amazing choice of teas – at least 17 different kinds, and about nine different coffees.

Rostalyn Guest House, a uniquely beautiful place to stay in every sense of the word, encompasses a warm, friendly ambiance with professional staff, always ready and willing to give you excellent treatment.

A very thoughtful touch was our own glassed in patio, which would keep us private while there is activity at the pool. We really appreciated the fact that we could leave our vehicle in the secure grounds and were able to walk wherever we wanted to go.

To book your stay in this picturesque piece of paradise, call 031 561 6512 or email info@rostalyn.co.za or visitwww.rostalyn.co.za. They may also be contacted on Social Media. Visit them at
1 Weaver Cres, Umhlanga, Durban.

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