iGwalagwala Guest House

Sleeps 5 · 1–4 bedrooms · 1–4 beds · 1 bathroom · 8 units
Self Catering in St Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal

Nestled in the heart of St Lucia, iGwalagwala Guest House offers 4-star accommodation and warm, owner-managed hospitality. Just minutes from the beach and the iSimangaliso Wetland Park entrance, you’ll enjoy easy access to nature, wildlife, and vibrant Zulu culture.

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  • Queen Room with Single Bed Pool Access
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    Queen Room with Single Bed Pool Access

    • 2 Beds • 3 Adults • 33m²

    • Wi-Fi, Air conditioning, Plunge pool, Shower only.

  • Standard Queen Room with Pool Access
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    Standard Queen Room with Pool Access

    • 1 Bed • 2 Adults • 26m²

    • Bathroom amenities, Wi-Fi, Air conditioning, Shower only.

  • Standard Twin Room with Pool Access
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    Standard Twin Room with Pool Access

    • 2 Beds • 2 Adults • 29m²

    • Bathroom amenities, Wi-Fi, Air conditioning, Shower only.

  • Honeymoon Room Pool Access
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    Honeymoon Room Pool Access

    • 1 Bed • 2 Adults • 30m²

    • Bathroom amenities, Wi-Fi, Air conditioning, Plunge pool, Shower only.

  • Family Room with Pool Access
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    Family Room with Pool Access

    • 4 Beds • 5 Adults • 39m²

    • Bathroom amenities, Wi-Fi, Air conditioning, Plunge pool, Shower only.

  • Standard Queen Room with Garden view
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    Standard Queen Room with Garden view

    • 1 Bed • 2 Adults • 22m²

    • Bathroom amenities, Wi-Fi, Air conditioning, Plunge pool, Shower only.

  • Standard Queen Room with Garden View
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    Standard Queen Room with Garden View

    • 1 Bed • 2 Adults • 30m²

    • Wi-Fi, Air conditioning, Shower only.

  • Family Room with Garden View
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    Family Room with Garden View

    • 3 Beds • 4 Adults • 32m²

    • Wi-Fi, Air conditioning, Shower only.

Description

Nestled in the heart of St Lucia, iGwalagwala Guest House offers 4-star accommodation and warm, owner-managed hospitality. Just minutes from the beach and the iSimangaliso Wetland Park entrance, you'll enjoy easy access to nature, wildlife, and vibrant Zulu culture.

With comfort and privacy in mind, we offer 8 well-appointed en-suite bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a shared TV lounge and breakfast area, as well as a sparkling pool and gazebo, set in a tropical garden.

  • We are solar powered with a backup generator and provide free Wi-Fi.
  • Secure, access-controlled, off-road parking is available on-site.

Our en-suite bedrooms, are each equipped with air conditioning, a ceiling fan, tea/coffee stations, small bar fridge, and hair dryers – 5 rooms have direct access to the pool area, while the other 3 rooms have garden view.

Property Amenities

  • Secured parking
  • Free parking
  • Laundry service
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Room service
  • Wi-Fi

Nearby Attractions

  • The world-renowned big five of Africa, namely the Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino and Leopard can be viewed on day trips to the nearby Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserves as well as Mkuzi
  • These Game reserves which cover over 100 000 hectares of pristine bushland also boast the most comprehensive variety of antelope. predators & over 450 species of birds
  • Whale watching in St. Lucia is possible from late May/ June to the middle of November. The majority of sightings in Kwa-Zulu Natal are of humpback whales
  • Spend the day bathing in the warm Indian Ocean on the beaches of St. Lucia
  • Book a night drive on the Eastern Shores of St. Lucia to view leopards, elephants, buffalo, rhino etc
  • Cruise by boat on lake St. Lucia to view the Big 6 of the lake & other bird & animal life.

Area Info

*The diversity and interconnected ecosystems ensure a one-stop destination for visitors looking for the most varied wildlife and outdoor experiences in the world.

The iSimangaliso Wetland Park was declared South Africa's first World Heritage Site in 1999

Directions

  • Road directions:
  • Take the N2 - north from Durban - or south from Johannesburg
  • Turn off at the R618 to Mtubatuba and follow the signs to St Lucia (Approximately 25km)
  • On arriving in St Lucia cross the bridge over the estuary
  • At the T-junction turn right into Mckenzie Street - pass Engen garage on left
  • Pass Spar on left
  • When you see the fruit market on your right - turn left into Dolfyn Street
  • Take the second right into Pelican Street
  • We are at No 91 Pelican Street (2nd house on the left marked with a sign)
  • Approximate travel time from Durban: 2.5 hrs
  • Approximate travel time from Johannesburg: 6.5 hrs

Cancellation Policy

  • If cancelling 14 days before arrival, forfeit 100% of the booking total.
  • If cancelling 28 days before arrival, forfeit 75% of the booking total.

Conditions

We require a 50% deposit in advance to secure the accommodation and the balance to be paid on arrival. One night bookings are subject to full payment on booking.

If residing locally - you can do an internet banking transfer which does not incur any additional transfer charges. You can also do a money deposit into the bank however the banking charges for this transaction is for your account.

If residing overseas - you can do an international banking transfer - however - overseas banking transfers incur foreign exchange costs for your account