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- Excellent52%
- Very good37%
- Average8%
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Free Wifi
Free Parking
Breakfast Buffet
Air Conditioning
Pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Bar/Lounge
Multilingual Staff
Accessible rooms
Dry Cleaning
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All reviewsboutique hotelflorida roadfree barsafe streetrestaurants and barssmall poolvery comfortable roomhomely feelgood nights sleepsmall hotelnight lifelight sleeperwithin easy walking distancestayed for one nightfresh fruithome from homewould definitely stay here again
Robert C
San Francisco, California
Reviewed 2 weeks ago Nice location, breakfast was fantastic, Michelle is very accommodating. The other staff members are personable and very helpful as well. Clean rooms, no noise in the back. Food choices on Florida are outstanding. Very secure, free happy hour. No refrigerator in the room if important....More
Good Day
Thank-you so much for taking the time to review our hotel. I couldn't agree more, Michelle is a gem. We hope to see you back soon on your next visit to SA!
_robyn8110
Cape Town, South Africa
Reviewed 4 weeks ago Hotel is on a street filled with night life. Very busy area if you are looking for Pubs and restaurants. Service was okay, checked out after one night. Management didn't try to resolve any issues to ensure I stay. Won't be back in a hurryMore
Dear Robyn
I am sorry that your stay with us left you disappointed as we strive for the opposite here at The Benjamin. We have rooms that does not get affected by the noisy Florida Road. Please can you contact me directly as I would...More
Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile Stayed here for a short period. Staff welcoming, management professional, service very good. Only downside was the noise. Great vibe on florida road though. Good for a short brak but not long stays due to busy road. Well done!
Good Day
Thank-you for your very kind review, we appreciate it!
Freddie v
Johannesburg, South Africa
Reviewed 1 March 2018 The location is fantastic and the rooms are perfect for a single traveller. The rooms are spacious with great amenities.
The pool was inviting (unfortunate that we didn't have time to use it).
Reception staff were helpful and the experience a pleasure. Having contacted the...More
jackieemillis
Northamptonshire, United Kingdom
Reviewed 29 January 2018 An overnight stop, easy to find from airport, very comfortable room. . Made use of the pool. Friendly staff. Tasty breakfast. Had supper in restaurant opposite - very reasonable.
Certainly would recommend
Good Day
Thank-you for your lovely review, we appreciate it. Please do visit us again soon!
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Awards & Recognition
Certificate of Excellence Amenities
Top amenities
Free Parking
Pool
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar/Lounge
Hotel Amenities
Free Parking
Dry Cleaning
Laundry Service
Multilingual Staff
Things to do
Pool
Outdoor pool
Bar/Lounge
Details
Price range
US$112 - US$151 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
Hotel class
Star rating provided by Expedia.
Hotel Style
#6 Business Hotel in Durban
Room types
Non-Smoking Rooms, Smoking rooms available, Accessible rooms
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"Avoid front rooms as road quite noisy"
"If you are looking for a quiet room request one at the back of the hotel"
"Request a room not facing Florida Road which are quieter"
"corner rooms are better and the ones away from the pool are more private"
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