ABOUT aha GATEWAY HOTEL

Swakopmund Plaza Hotel

This premier three-star hotel in Umhlanga offers both business and leisure travellers the ultimate in Durban accommodation, as it is conveniently attached to The Gateway Theatre of Shopping. Guests enjoy a distinctive experience as they explore the local culture through visiting entertainment and dining hotspots. Choose between the 146 well-appointed bedrooms at aha Gateway Hotel, where Wi-Fi and a laptop safe zones are included.

If you are looking for conference venues in Umhlanga, the aha Gateway Hotel offers five fully-equipped conference or event venues. that accommodate up to 500 delegates.

We offer hospitality close to Kings Park Stadium, Gateway Theatre of Shopping, Go Wild Park, Absa Park Rugby Stadium, Umhlanga’s beaches, uShaka Marine World, The Durban Botanic Gardens, and the Valley of a Thousand Hills.

Enjoy views of the Wave House and its surrounds at the glass-styled Fig Tree Café located inside aha Gateway Hotel – its contemporary menu incorporates an array of delectable Durban dishes that are classically simple and well presented.

With Durban as one of the best holiday spots in South Africa, Umhlanga is a true lifestyle (and accommodation) trendsetter. This coastal paradise offers adventure activities and delights tourists with the natural beauty of its sun-kissed beaches and a subtropical climate.

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Swakopmund Plaza Hotel

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2024 YEAR-END CELEBRATION

Feel the buzz of SA’s most trendy suburb and pop down to the beach before your banquet.

T’s & C’s Apply

Scrumptious lunch and dinner options from R455 per person

Want to stay over?

Stay over with us from R1,900 per room per night.

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*Terms & Conditions apply – valid until 31 January 2025

For more information, please contact your sales executive and email Khabo Shabangu

EVERY SUMMER HAS A STORY

Standard Room

R1 740

per room per night

T’s & C’s Apply

Standard Room:
R1 740 per room per night. Room Only
R2 310 per room per night. Bed & Breakfast

Superior Room:
R1 980 per room per night. Room Only
R2 340 per room per night. Bed & Breakfast

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Rates are per room per night.
Standard room maximum of two people per room
NB: Only 3 of the Superior rooms has sleeper couches that can accommodate 2 children under the age of 12 years.
All other Superior rooms can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child under 4 years old sharing a bed with adults.
Breakfast surcharge @ R95 per child per day
Rate is inclusive of meal plan as above.
Accommodation is subject to availability.

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Excluding peak dates public holidays, long weekends, and school holidays *subject to change*

16 Dec 2024 – 10 Jan 2025 (School, Christmas and New Years holidays); 20 – 24 March 2025 (Human Rights Day Friday; 21 March 2025)

18 – 21 April 2025 (Easter Weekend); 25 – 28 April 2025 (Freedom Day Sunday; 27 April 2025)

*Property specific block out dates / peak dates as noted in rate grid*

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Terms & Conditions Apply
SADC Residents only
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RETIREMENT DISCOUNTS

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20% Off BAR

T’s & C’s Apply

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JUNIOR SUITE

There are 3 Junior Suites available.

ROOM FEATURES:

  • Air Conditioning
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Desk
  • DSTV
  • Hair Dryer
  • Safe
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Wi-Fi

STANDARD ROOM – DOUBLE

Each of the 104 x Standard Rooms with Double Beds has a shower only.

ROOM FEATURES:

  • Air Conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Shower
  • TV

SUPERIOR ROOM – DOUBLE

19 x Superior Double Rooms comprising 1 x Double Bed, a shower and bath, balcony and minibar fridge are available.

*3 x Superior Double Rooms do not have a balcony

ROOM FEATURES:

  • Bath
  • Desk
  • Minibar
  • Patio
  • Shower
  • TV

SUPERIOR ROOM – KING

18 x Superior King Rooms comprising a shower and bath, balcony* and mini bar fridge are available.

*3 x Superior King Rooms do not have a balcony

ROOM FEATURES:

  • Bath
  • Minibar
  • Patio
  • Shower
  • TV

PARAPLEGIC ROOM

2 x Paraplegic Rooms with an interleading Superior Room allocation are available.

ROOM FEATURES:

  • Air Conditioning
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Desk
  • Hair Dryer
  • TV

Please note: Online booking is not available for this room. Please complete the contact form below to enquire about a booking.

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FIG TREE CAFÉ  – CONTINENTAL CUISINE

Swakopmund Plaza Hotel

Run by Chef Manoj, the Fig Tree Café offers a variety of dishes that range from light meals to hearty meals. Be sure to check out our new and improved menu for all our succulent dishes.

 

OPENING TIMES:

Mondays – Fridays: 06h30 – 10h00

Lunch & Dinner: 12h00 -22h00


Breakfast Saturday – Sunday & Public Holidays:
06h30 – 11h00

Lunch & Dinner: 12h00 – 22h00

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aha GATEWAY HOTEL CONFERENCING

Gateway Hotel

aha Gateway Hotel offers five well-appointed Umhlanga conference venues with the latest technology.

MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM 

Cocktail-style venue that accommodates up to 430 delegates

UMDONI 1 & 3

A cinema-style venue that accommodates up to 120 delegates

UMDONI 2

A cinema-style venue that accommodates up to 240 delegates

CYCAD

A cinema-style venue that accommodates up to 100 delegates

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Planning an event? Book your function or conferencing here.

aha GATEWAY HOTEL WEDDINGS

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With four wonderful packages to choose from, your wedding at the Gateway Hotel will be one to remember.

aha GATEWAY HOTEL UMHLANGA ATTRACTIONS

Gateway Hotel

With premier accommodation conveniently attached to The Gateway Theatre of Shopping in Umhlanga, both corporate and leisure travellers can easily access the following hotspots:

  • 14 cinemas, 38 restaurants, 380 stores

  • Virgin Active Gym & WavePark Gateway

  • Beaches with dolphin and whale spotting

  • King Shaka International Airport

  • Sibaya Casino and Entertainment Kingdom

  • iPlanet Golf, The Golfers Club, Durban Country Club Beachwood and more…

aha GATEWAY HOTEL CONTACT

Swakopmund Plaza Hotel

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Swakopmund Plaza Hotel

Location:

Cnr Centenary Blvd & Twilight Dr, Umhlanga Ridge,

Umhlanga, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa, 4319

 

Tel:

+27-(0)-31-536-9200

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