Akanan is situated halfway between Durban and Umhlanga Rocks, with the magnificent sea view of the Dolphin Coast.
We are ideally situated for easy access.
It is a secure base from which to explore the natural and unique surroundings of KwaZulu Natal.
With our efficient service we strive to meet all expectations and ensure you that your stay will be enjoyable.

Akanan your home away from home, we are not only just another Guest House, we strive to know as the place where you walk amongst the stars and where every guest is a celebrity.

‘Akanan’ is a well-established business. It brings you the very best that Durban and the surroundings can offer.
Comfort and facilities are of the world-class standard. We've got the reputation for the finest cuisine and hospitality.

Our modern style house is a dream destination for both tourists and business people.
The emphasis is on space, quality and great hospitality.
During your stay you can share the view of the Dolphin Coast with us. We are walking distance from the La Lucia Beach and  Glenore Centre with a Kwik Spar, ATM’s and various restaurants. We are just 4 kilometres away from Umhlanga Rocks main beach and 8 kilometres from Durban.

Whether you arrive by bus, car, ship or via King Shaka International Airport, we shall arrange for you to be fetched at a nominal fee.
For a leisurely day in the country, drive a few kilometres west and enjoy the 1000 Hills experience, which offers over 140 craters and tourist outlets dotted throughout the scenic valleys of the area.
We are within 5 - 10 minutes to tourist attractions and the major sport facilities.

What makes us unique?

The difference is our attention to the finer details of making your stay the best in its class.
Our motto is to provide a place where you walk amongst the stars and where every guest must feel like a celebrity.
Although we are a small establishment our overall service could easily match with the best Hotels.


The following destinations are in close proximity to our establishment:

• Virgin Active Gymnasium. - 1 km from Akanan
• Restaurants - The Glenore Centre is walking distance - (100 m from Akanan).
• Shopping and Banking Facilities - La Lucia Mall is 1 km from Akanan.
• 19 km from King Shaka International Airport
• 5 km from Virginia Airport
• 8 km from Durban City Centre

Please request them from the establishment.

Our luxury rooms are tastefully decorated with en-suite bathrooms and all expected amenities and facilities to make your stay comfortable.

Spacious 4 sleeper Self Catering unit, private, fully equipped & with separate entrance.

Akanan is ideal for both the business executive and discerning leisure travelers alike.


Kom geniet die heerlike warm gasvryheid van ‘Akanan’ Gastehuis.
Ons probeer ten alle tye om u verblyf so gerieflik en aangenaam as moontlik te maak.

Wees verseker van ons strewe om vir u ‘n tuiste te skep weg van u eie huis.
Tariewe word nie bygevoeg nie,
versoek dit asseblief van die gastehuis.

Akanan u huis weg van die huis, ons is nie sommer net nog ‘n Gastehuis nie, ons streef daarna om bekend te staan as die plek waar jy loop tussen die sterre en waar elke gas soos ‘n beroemde moet voel.