AWARDS

We our proud to present you a list of the awards and accolades we have earned and received over the years at Umngazi! For us the awards not only serve as proof of our dedication to ensuring guests have the best possible experience, but also as a reminder and inspiration to continue to deliver world class services and facilities at all costs.

Travellers’ Choice Destination

Afristay has named Umngazi Hotel & Spa as a Travellers’ Choice Destination.

BOOKING.COM

– 2022 Traveller Review Awards

TRIPADVISOR

– Traveller’s Choice Best of the Best 2021

AFRISTAY

– Certificate of Excellence Award for 2020

WINNER OF: DIAMOND AWARD

– Diner’s Club Wine List Awards 2019

TOP 25 HOTELS – SOUTH AFRICA

– Umngazi rated 17 out of 25

BEST RESORT HOTEL IN THE WILD COAST, EASTERN CAPE

– SA Venues Guests’ Choice Award

TOP 25 HOTELS – SOUTH AFRICA

– Umngazi rated 23 out of 25

TOP HOTELS FOR FAMILIES – SOUTH AFRICA

– Rated 3 out of 10 for Top Hotel for families in South Africa

TOP 25 HOTELS FOR FAMILIES – AFRICA

– Rated 13 out of 25 for top family hotels in Africa

8 X WINNER CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE

– Tripadvisor 2018

WINNER: HOTEL/ RESORT SPA OF THE YEAR

– Professional Beauty Awards 2018

WINNER: DIAMOND AWARD

– Diner’s Club Wine List Awards 2018

RATED OUTSTANDING 2018

– ROOMS FOR AFRICA

WINNER 2017 IN TWO CATEGORIES

– Best Hideaway Spa in Africa & Best Destination Spa in South Africa

CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE

– www.AccommoDirect.com

WINNER: HOTEL/ RESORT SPA OF THE YEAR

– Professional Beauty Awards 2017

WINNER: DIAMOND AWARD

– Diner’s Club Wine List Awards 2017

7 X WINNER CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE

– Tripadvisor 2017

WINNER: UNIQUE SPA CONCEPT

– Les Nouvelles 2017

WINNER TOP 25 HOTELS – SOUTH AFRICA

BEST PLACE TO STAY

Umngazi voted no 15 out of 25

WINNER: BEST FAMILY HOTEL IN SOUTH AFRICA
VOTED NO. 3 IN AFRICA

BEST FAMILY HOTEL

Umngazi voted no 1 out of 25

WINNER OF: BEST HOTEL (UNGRADED)

Sanlam Top Destination Awards 2016

6 X WINNER CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE

– Tripadvisor 2016

WINNER: HOTEL/ RESORT OF THE YEAR

– Professional Beauty Awards 2016

WINNER TOP 25 HOTELS
– SOUTH AFRICA

BEST PLACE TO STAY

Umngazi voted no 10 out of 25

FINALIST: HOTEL SPA OF THE YEAR

– Les Nouvelles 2016

WINNER OF: PLATINUM AWARD

Diner’s Club Wine List Awards 2016

WINNER: TOP HOTEL &
BARGAIN HOTEL – SOUTH AFRICA

– Tripadvisor 2015

WINNER OF: OFFICIAL SA WEB AWARD

-South African Web Awards 2015

HALL OF FAME

– (2015) Tripadvisor

WINNER OF: LUXURY BUNGALOWS OF THE YEAR – SOUTH AFRICA

-Luxury Travel Guide Global Awards 2015

WINNER OF: BEACH EXPERIENCE

-2014 Lilizela Tourism Award

WINNER: BEST LUXURY RESORT SPA CATEGORY

– World Luxury Spa Awards

FINALIST: BEST LUXURY RESORT SPA CATEGORY

— World Luxury Spa Awards

WINNER OF: BEST PLACE TO STAY

-2014 Gaugteng Getaway Show

WINNER OF: CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE

-2014 (Tripadvisor)

WINNER OF: HOTEL/RESORT OF THE YEAR

-2014 Professional Beauty Gala Awards

TOP 100 SA WINES 2014 WINE LIST CHALLENGE

Umngazi have been awarded in three categories

FINALIST: UNIQUE SPA CONCEPT CATEGORY

-2014 (Les Novelles Esthetiques Spa Awards)

WINNER OF: DIAMOND AWARD

Diner’s Club Wine List Awards.

IMVELO AWARDS FOR RESPONSIBLE TOURISM

Best Social Involvement Programme – 3rd Place

WINNER OF: SUPERIOR STATUS

-2013 AA Assured Accommodation Awards

TRAVELLERS’ CHOICE ® AWARDS

-2013 Top 20 Bargain Hotels South Africa

WINNER OF: FAMILY RESORT AWARD – HALL OF FAME

-2012 AA Assured Accommodation Awards

WINNER OF: MOST OUTSTANDING & BEST VALUE FOR MONEY

Top 100 SA Wines 2013 Wine List Challenge

WINNER OF: BEST BEACH WEDDING VENUE

-2012 ABIA (Africa Bridal Industry Academy)

WINNER OF: HOTEL/ RESORT SPA OF THE YEAR

-2012 The Professional Beauty Awards South Africa

WINNER OF: UNIQUE SPA CONCEPT

-2012 (Les Nouvelles Esthetiques Spa Awards)

AWARDED: 3 FLUTES (LONG LIST CATEGORY)

-2012 (South Africa’s Wine List of the Year Awards – Food 24)

WINNER OF: DINERS CLUB INTERNATIONAL WINE LIST OF THE YEAR

-2005 & 2006 (Gold), 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 (Platinum) and 2011 (Diamond)

WINNER OF: CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE

-2012 (Tripadvisor)

FINALIST OF: UNIQUE SPA

-2011 (Les Nouvelles Esthetiques Spa Awards)

WINNER OF: AA ACCOMMODATION AWARDS

-2010 (Family Resort Category)

WINNER OF: HALL OF FAME (FAMILY RESORT)

-2011 (AAAccommodationAwards – Family Resort)

WINNER OF: UNIQUE SPA CONCEPT

-2012(Les Novelles Esthetiques Spa Awards)

WINNER OF: BEST PLACE TO STAY AWARD

-2011 (Getaway Show)

NOMINATED FOR: AFRICAS LEADING FAMILY RESORT

-2010 & 2011 (World Travel Awards)

WINNER OF: GOLD MEDAL AWARD FOR STAND DESIGN

-2011 (NWJ Bridal Fair)

WINNER OF: AMARULA BEST RETREATS IN AFRICA AWARD

-2009 (Heart of Africa Award Category)

WINNER OF: DESTINATION SPA OF THE YEAR

-2011 (The Professional Beauty Awards)

WINNER OF: HOTEL/ RESORT SPA OF THE YEAR

-2012 The Professional Beauty Awards South Africa

WINNER OF: UNIQUE SPA CONCEPT

-2009 (Les Nouvelles Esthetiques Spa Awards)

UMNGAZI HOTEL & SPA

An award-winning, unique, beach hotel and spa on the Wild Coast of South Africa.

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Winters on the Wild Coast are simply the best!

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Email requests@umngazi.co.za to enquire about our out-of-season winter promotions and packages
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“Love is someone to share paradise with”❤️

“Love is someone to share paradise with”❤️🍹🏝️

TripAdvisor – Truter001 – 27 May 2022 --- Honeymoon stay – “This was an amazing time spent at a very relaxing resort. The staff is friendly, accommodating and very helpful. My wife and I really enjoyed our 1st visit to Umngazi and are already looking forward to our next visit. This is money well spent. Thank you Umngazi for an unforgettable experience and stay”
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To enquire more about our honeymoon packages, please email our reservations team directly on requests@umngazi.co.za
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The perfect sundowner spot 🍹🔥🌄 Where is

The perfect sundowner spot 🍹🔥🌄

Where is your favourite spot to unwind at Umngazi Hotel & Spa?

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Beautiful winter mornings at Umngazi Hotel & Spa😍

🏖️The weather may be cooler over the following months however the days are truly spectacular.

☀️Plenty of warm winter sun and bright blue skies.

🌅Breathtaking sunrises and sunsets.

🛖Spacious, comfortable and tastefully furnished accommodation.

🔥Roaring fires, wholesome and tasty meals, and an award-winning wine list🍷🥂
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Did you know?☀️🏖️😎 It’s out-of-seas

Did you know?☀️🏖️😎

It’s out-of-season at Umngazi Hotel & Spa until the 24th June🎉🎉

With a variety of out-of-season promotions and packages to choose from, why not come and visit us and soak up the warm winter sunshine, breath in the fresh ocean air and explore the wide-open spaces☀️🐬🏖️🥂🐄🍹😎
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To find out more about the out-of-season promotions and packages, email our reservations team directly on requests@umngazi.co.za
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Thank you! Thank you! 🌟🌟🌟 We are delight

Thank you! Thank you! 🌟🌟🌟

We are delighted to announce that Umngazi Hotel & Spa is a 2022 TripAdvisor Traveller's Choice Award winner🥂🎉.

This would not have been possible without you! So, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for always taking the time out to review your stay with us.

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