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Pumula Beach Hotel

Pumula Beach Road, Umzumbe 4225, South Africa
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Norwich, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We stayed here as a family, 3 generations. Staff were superb, very helpful. Both my wife and mother in law are coeliac, and the staff and chefs were very helpful in making sure there was always something for them - usually a choice. All food was included, and hot drinks, but all other drinks were billed to the room. The... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

Enjoyed our third family holiday in a spacious, neat, clean family inter-leading room. Friendly happy staff. Safe place for children to make friends, run around, play on the beach, in the pool, in the playground or be entertained by the very capable and enthusiastic entertainers and caregivers. A place where you can truly relax and not worry about anything! My... More

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Alton, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

Fantastic friendly family hotel on the beach. Great management and staff, delicious food accompanied by a very good wine list. Very relaxed and welcoming for couples as much as for families ! Long stretch of sandy beach with rock pools at low tide.

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Durban, South Africa
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

State of the art conference facilities catering for various needs. Facilities spotless, well maintained and located walking distance from all rooms - delegates park and relax and do not have to drive. Accommodation - fantastic views, clean, comfortable - a true home away from home. Food - excellent with an exceptional wine list with staff who are able to recommend... More

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Zurich, Switzerland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2013

Our 5th visit with our 3 boys and we love Pumula as much as ever. Old-style hospitality with a personal touch, excellent management, good traditional South African fare, stunning seabreaker views and plenty of activities for the kids. Our boys are getting older, but even our 16-yr-old begged to come back. Arranging surfing lessons with Justin Maisch, right on the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 October 2012 via mobile

Pumula is a top class hotel and is very well catered for families! My wife and I spent the weekend and besides the 3 gourmet meals per day, very friendly and helpful staff, perfectly beachy themed rooms and resort we had absolutely nothing to complain about. Everything was very clean and the beds were really comfortable. the beach is also... More

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Brakpan, Gauteng, South Africa
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6 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 September 2012

This was our third stay at Pumula and each time we are simply more impressed! The facilities are excellently maintained and the set up caters perfectly to families with children. Hearty meals, lots of activities for children, the most spectacular view of the ocean! This holiday we were treated with a daily visit by a school of 12 dolphins! SIMPLY... More

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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 September 2012

Food 3 times a day, activities planned for the kids, no need to leave the resort, heated pool, walk to the beach - what's not to like? In truth, this tired gem could do with a new coat of paint, a modernized menu, some basic waiter training and a point of sale to replace the equally tired tills. Outside of... More

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Johannesburg
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5 hotel reviews
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21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 September 2012

On first glance the hotel seems a little old and worn but the fun had by all and the awesome food will see us returning next year. They need to invest in some beach umbrellas possibly thatch and some sun loungers on the beach as we didn't think to bring. Nothing worse for me than having to lie on a... More

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South Africa
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 August 2012 via mobile

My family and I spent 4 wonderful nights in Pumula. The hotel has a wide range of facilities for children across various ages. The hotel also provides baby sitting help to parents with toddlers. All their stuff are super friendly and offer a good service. Access to the beach is through a back gate:). This place is really great value... More

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Pumula Beach Hotel South Africa/Umzumbe
Address: Pumula Beach Road, Umzumbe 4225, South Africa
Region: South Africa > KwaZulu-Natal > Umzumbe
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