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 amoungst the stars and where every guest is a celebrity.”

‘Akanan’ is a well-established business and has been operating for the past six years. 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 destintation for both tourists and business people. The emphasis os on space, quality and great hostitality. During your stay you can share the view of the Dolphin Coast with us. We are walking distance from the La Lucia Beavh and various restaurants. We are just minutes by car from Umhlanga Rocks main beach and Durban.

Whether you arrive by bus, car, ship or via Durabn International Airport, we shall fetch you. 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 through out the scenic valleys of the area. We are within 5 - 10 minutes to tourist attractions and the major sport facilities.

Why do you have to choose us above all other guest houses around us?

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 amoungst the stars and where every guest is a celebrity. Although we are a small establishment our overall service could easily match with the best Hotels.

Our luxury rooms are tastefully decorated with en-suite bathrooms fitted with hair dryers, multi-channel TV, radio clock alarms, coffee/tea facility and roof fans.

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

Akanan is walking distance from various restaurants and the beach, which 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 so 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“beroemd” is.”