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Selborne Golf Estate, Hotel & Spa

★★★★·8.6/ 10Recommended
·Hotels
📍99 Old Main Road, Off Sezela off-ramp, Pennington, KwaZulu-Natal, 4184 · Pennington ↗
📞0027396881874·Official site ↗
Arcade/game roomMeeting roomsFireplace in lobbyFull-service spa24-hour front deskGardenAll 37 facilities +
Review
Official

Situated on the beautiful, sunny south coast of Natal, this subtropical retreat is just 30 minutes south of Durban and exudes old-world charm and unique character. With its own premier PGA golf course, it is one of South Africa's most sought-after golfing venues for locals and tourists alike. Nearby attractions include Pennington Beach, Croc World, Aliwal Shoal for scuba diving, Galleria Shopping Centre, Oribi Gorge, and Tala Game Reserve. Guests share the hotel experience with resident bushbuck, grey duiker, and the rare blue duiker. This tranquil oasis, with its temperate climate and lush surroundings, offers excellent amenities, including a private beach and a choice of luxurious hotel rooms. Each room provides the comforts and high standards of a refined and exclusive estate, decorated in an eclectic colonial style.

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 275 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-11

Guests praise the scenic grounds, tranquil atmosphere, and friendly staff, with excellent golf and spa experiences. Common complaints include outdated and damaged room facilities, hygiene issues like mold, inconsistent breakfast quality, mediocre dinner food, and poor administrative communication.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Service9.1
Location9.1
Rooms8.8
Value8.8
Cleanliness8.7
Facilities8.5
Wi-Fi7.6
＋ PraisedPeaceful and beautiful surroundings · Friendly and professional staff · High-quality food and dining · Good value for money
－ ComplaintsOutdated or faulty room amenities · Limited breakfast variety · Noise issues or poor soundproofing · Bathroom maintenance issues

KEYIdeal for those seeking tranquility, golf, and nature. Verify room conditions beforehand, manage dining expectations, and allow time for potential admin delays.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationHow is the hotel's location and environment?＋
Located in Pennington with beautiful tropical gardens and a tranquil atmosphere (score 9.1). Nearby hiking/biking trails make it ideal for nature lovers.
diningWhat is the quality and variety of dining options?＋
Lord Selborne Restaurant offers exquisite dishes, plus bars and room service. However, quality varies; some guests report stale breakfast fruit or mediocre dinner options, so check menus in advance.
spaWhat are the highlights of the spa and leisure facilities?＋
Features a full-service spa, sauna, steam room, and outdoor pools (score 8.5). Guests highly praise the spa experience and leisure facilities for relaxation.
businessIs it suitable for business meetings?＋
Equipped with meeting rooms, a conference center, and banquet halls, including wedding services. However, some guests noted poor administrative communication, so confirm arrangements early.
familyDoes this hotel allow children?＋
According to policy, children are not allowed (children_allowed: false). Although some family reviews mention security, the official policy prohibits stays for children.
policyWhat are the check-in and check-out times?＋
Check-in is at 14:00 and check-out is at 10:00. The 24-hour front desk accommodates various schedules.
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