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      The Benjamin

      232 Reviews
      #6 of 43 Hotels in Durban
      141 Florida Road | Morningside, Durban 4001, South Africa
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      Overview
      4.5
      232 reviews
      • Excellent52%
      • Very good37%
      • Average8%
      • Poor2%
      • Terrible1%
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      “boutique hotel” (22 reviews)
      “florida road” (52 reviews)
      “courtesy bar” (4 reviews)
      Free Wifi
      Free Parking
      Breakfast Buffet
      Air Conditioning
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      Multilingual Staff
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      1 - 5 of 204 reviews

      Reviewed 2 weeks ago
      A gem of a private hotel in a prime location

      The Benjamin Hotel is situated in the most central and convenient location and right on Florida Road in Morningside. You walk out the front door and are within walking distance of a plethora of restaurants. If you need to be anywhere near the Moses Mabida...More

      Thank SamanthaLinsell
      Response from SunetGM, General Manager at The BenjaminResponded 2 weeks ago

      Dear Sam Thank-you for your kind review of The Benjamin. We hope you find a reason soon enough to come back and visit Durban. Regards Sunet

      Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
      Second time not as good as the first impression

      I am a repetitive client of this hotel. This time around it was not as good. The windows were not closing properly, so with strong wind, they were continuously knocking. Never mind the wind in the room... Second problem: tv was not working. So I...More

      1  Thank KirillOussov
      Response from SunetGM, General Manager at The BenjaminResponded 4 weeks ago

      Good Day I apologize for the rattling window/ French door, we don't always get to stay in each room so it is sometimes hard to know about a problem such as this one. Thanks for the feedback, it allowed us to fix the issue. We...More

      Reviewed 11 August 2017
      Great

      Stayed here in July 17 on business. I must say the hotel is very well looked after and had great service. Many restaurants around and found basically outside the front door. Definitely be back here when on business again. Breakfast served is made to your...More

      Thank RishaanK
      Response from SunetGM, General Manager at The BenjaminResponded 14 August 2017

      Dear Rishaan Thank-you for your kind review, we do try hard to look after the hotel and it is lovely when it is noticed. We look forward to having you back and serving you the yummy breakfast again.

      Reviewed 18 July 2017 via mobile
      Quaint and sufficient

      Still a very reliable boutique hotel - good breakfasts, close to restaurants and attractions. Very good for central business. Accessible and safe. Ample parking in secure location and people to assist with luggage. Comfy rooms with all you need.

      Thank ChristiaanADV
      Response from SunetGM, General Manager at The BenjaminResponded 21 July 2017

      Good Day Thank-you for taking the time to review our hotel. We hope that you return soon so we up the score by a few points and exceed your expectations.

      Reviewed 4 July 2017 via mobile
      So welcoming and delightful!

      As I write this review i am still sitting on the terrace of the lovely Benjamin hotel, waiting for my ride to Point St Jone. I've come here for Sardine Run and did not see a necessity to spend night in Durban as anything pleasurable....More

      Thank HawaiiSurfBabe
      Response from SunetGM, General Manager at The BenjaminResponded 5 July 2017

      Good Day! Thank-you for your lovely words and review, it means the world to us. The staff at The Benjamin certainly is what makes it stands out from the rest and I will be sure to pass your comments to my team. We hope the...More

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      About
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      Amenities
      • Top amenities
      • Free Parking
      • Pool
      • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
      • Bar/Lounge
      • Hotel Amenities
      • Free Parking
      • Dry Cleaning
      • Laundry Service
      • Multilingual Staff
      • Room amenities
      • Air Conditioning
      • Things to do
      • Pool
      • Outdoor pool
      • Bar/Lounge
      Details
      • Price range
      • US$98 - US$127 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
      • Hotel class
      • Hotel Style
      • #4 Luxury Hotel in Durban
      • #6 Business Hotel in Durban
      • Room types
      • Non-Smoking Rooms ,
      • Smoking rooms available ,
      • Accessible rooms
      • Number of rooms
      • 41
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      "If you are looking for a quiet room request one at the back of the hotel"
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      "Request a room not facing Florida Road which are quieter"
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      "corner rooms are better and the ones away from the pool are more private"
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