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Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani exterior

1. Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

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Carel Minnie
Carel Minnie
@carelminnie
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2021
Special place!!!
"If we visit Durban again we will surely make a stop wat the Sun Elangeni... Room service great and the breakfast to die for, overlooking the sea..."
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#1 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
ER
By ER
"The Reception staff was friendly and accommodating. Lobby interior and cleanness was noticed. Room and bathroom are clean but dated. Beds and linen of good quality. Everything in the room was functioning well."
Exterior view
This is one of the most booked hotels in Durban North over the last 60 days.

2. The Riverside Hotel

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ayandanxele
ayandanxele
@ayandanxele
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2023
Riverside hotel stay
"My room was clean, the food was good as usual."
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#2 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
Mpumi711
By Mpumi711
"The location is fine, entrance, reception, furniture, rooms and the food was fine. The kiddie play area as well as the reception team were excellent. Maintenance and housekeeping team were friendly."
This is one of the most booked hotels in Durban over the last 60 days.

3. City Lodge Hotel Durban

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Alison M
Alison M
@NorthStar63287
Reviewed on 04 Sept 2023
Great stay at City Lodge Durban
"Room was spotlessly clean and crisp white linen."
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#3 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
Alison M
By Alison M
"The perfect hotel to stay at when visiting Durban to watch a cricket match at Kingsmead. Room was spotlessly clean and crisp white linen. Very friendly staff and safe parking."
Breakfast included

4. Belaire Suites

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Rachel
Rachel
@SavvyRachel
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2022
Incredible value for money
"The room was extremely comfortable and it was great having a fridge and basic facilities."
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#4 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
Rachel
By Rachel
"The room was extremely comfortable and it was great having a fridge and basic facilities. I worked there for a few hours very comfortably at their table, which also has good accessible wall sockets."
Blue Waters Hotel Lounge
Breakfast included

5. Blue Waters Hotel

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Sebenele D
Sebenele D
@sebeneled2023
Reviewed on 05 May 2023
Great experience
"Our room was clean beautiful and overlooked the beach and also catch a glimpse of Moses mabida stadium.. Breakfast top notch 👌our waiter Lungani big ups to him he was incredible.. would definitely come back.. the..."
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#5 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
okiesooner09
By okiesooner09
"One day they served the best beans I’ve ever eaten. They also had waffles, toast, cereal, fruit, pastries. Waiters would bring you tea or whatever kind of coffee you wanted."
Exterior Pool

6. Garden Court South Beach

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SpotterStyle
SpotterStyle
@SpotterStyle
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2023
Great location and service
"Friendly and helpful staff, clean room, great breakfast buffet and location was within walking distance to uShaka Aquarium."
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#6 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
Stay41872078017
By Stay41872078017
"Was assisted by Nkosinathi Ndebele very caring, professional and nice person. Arrived at the hotel earlier than planned was assisted with storage of luggage while I wait for an available room."

7. Gooderson Tropicana Hotel

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irikho265534
irikho265534
@irikho265534
Reviewed on 06 Mar 2023
Room and location
"I love the fact that my room was clean and the staff arranged things nicely."
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#7 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
Iris E
By Iris E
"My room was spacious, nice, & the bed was comfy…all that I really needed for a couple of nights in Durban. Overall, the hotel is in a good location, the room was quite comfortable, and the staff is nice & friendly."
Nature

8. ATKV Natalia

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Cottage
thomastngobeni
thomastngobeni
@thomastngobeni
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2022
Happy to an atkv natalian
"room was clean,and the entertainment was excellent from the warm swimming pool,the water slide and mini golf course etc.it was nice my kids enjoyed everything"
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#8 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
Sadiyah G
By Sadiyah G
"Lots for the kids to do, safe environment, lovely facilities and overall excellent value for money. Lovely staff, friendly service. Private access to beach is a win and the beach itself is quiet, clean and safe."
The best of Durban....
This is one of the highest rated properties in Durban
Breakfast included

9. Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House

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Guesthouse
iivank794989
iivank794989
@iivank794989
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2023
Amazing stay
"Beautiful spacious room with the most comfortable bed and private balcony with beautiful view."
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#9 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
Culture64920935873
By Culture64920935873
"She also assisted me with planning a surprise birthday for my girlfriend. Overall nice stay, nice and clean facilities, secure. Breathtaking views of the ocean, nice breakfast served by friendly staff."
This is one of the most booked hotels in Westville over the last 60 days.
Breakfast included

10. Westville Bed & Breakfast

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Guesthouse
tsontanzi99
tsontanzi99
@tsontanzi99
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2022
Excellent service. We really enjoyed our stay. Thanks so much for your hospitality🙏
"Thanks so much 🙏 the breakfast was so delicious the room was clean and comfortable ."
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#10 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
lizedek0ck
By lizedek0ck
"Owner when out of her way to assist and great rooms. Service was excellent is a nice suburb close to N2. Gardens are lush with a large swimming pool for summer. Rooms are clean and had everything required."

11. Suncoast Towers

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Britrisky
Britrisky
@Britrisky
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2022
Beautiful room and lovely food
"Beautiful room and lovely food"
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#11 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
Manjusha M
By Manjusha M
"Reception staff was too slow and not courteous. We had to pay an additional fee per day to park our car in the hotel premises. Only two small lifts in one corner of the hotel to cater to so many rooms."

12. Coastlands Musgrave Hotel

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gthomp108992
gthomp108992
@gthomp108992
Reviewed on 02 Nov 2023
1 day stay for work
"The hotel is situated in a very busy area. It was ideal for work but im not sure if ill recommend it for families on holiday. My stay was very pleasant and comfortable. Food is great. Service excellent. Parking..."
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#12 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
NorthStar16727409163
By NorthStar16727409163
"Reception desk even arranged an Uber service as transport to the King Tshaka Airport. I attended a conference/ meeting at the hotel and was particularly impressed with the breakfast and lunch available."

13. Radisson Blu Hotel Durban Umhlanga

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markselectuk
markselectuk
@markselectuk
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2023
Best kept secret in Umhlanga
"Check in was quick and easy, room was clean and super modern with all the latest charging equipment, WIFI worked well."
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#13 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
simonc22
By simonc22
"The bedrooms were nice and modern with a big comfy king bed. The view from my room on the 8th floor had pretty decent views of the coast. The hotel has a good gym which I used and also a pool deck."
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Breakfast included

14. Goble Palms Guest Lodge & Urban Retreat

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Guesthouse
jrabie421621
jrabie421621
@jrabie421621
Reviewed on 02 Sept 2023
A paradise in Durban
"Arriving after nightfall, we slipped through the gate into a paradise of water and luscious vegetation, we were shown to a beautiful room that accompanied us through a restful, friendly night."
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#14 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
thelin329354
By thelin329354
"Beautiful decor, super pool and very nice overall. Parking handy, easy to find and secure. The verandahs are comfortable and inviting, whether in the shade or in the sun. Honesty bar well stocked."

15. Coastlands Durban

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dkepad913883
dkepad913883
@dkepad913883
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2019
Nice stay
"great location, not far from the beach, central, everything is around including entertainment and shops. Not far from Ushaka Marine world and Moses Mabida stadium. easy access to taxis. Kids friendly."
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#15 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
dkepad913883
By dkepad913883
"great location, not far from the beach, central, everything is around including entertainment and shops. Not far from Ushaka Marine world and Moses Mabida stadium. easy access to taxis. Kids friendly."

16. Point Waterfront Apartments

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Apartment
Thobelani N
Thobelani N
@ThobelaniN2
Reviewed on 02 Feb 2020
Nice place
"Nice place if you want to be central of Durban without the chaos, the apartments have nice modern finishes and the security is good, a stone throw away from uShaka Marine, the beach and Durban Harbor. "
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#16 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
Maya3093
By Maya3093
"Leisurely, early morning strolls along the promenade watching the sun rise. There is a lovely cafe at the apartment, called Maha."
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17. Royal Ushaka Hotel Morningside

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azinqu292887
azinqu292887
@azinqu292887
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2023
Super
"I had the wonderful time, ohh the cleanliness bathrooms super dope, I'll definitely go there again, and there's no loading shedding they got back up, I salute you for that, location is good no funny noise "
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#17 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
gbaden179242
By gbaden179242
"Our overnight stay was most enjoyable everything was found to be exactly as advertised, bed linen clean and so is the bathroom and shower. Some coffee and tea bags with cremora and sugars also supplied by the kettle."

18. SUN1 Durban

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luyandab2020
luyandab2020
@luyandab2020
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2020
My stay at Sun1
"The overall stay was awesome and the staff is very welcoming. The only thing i did not like was the room from the bunk-beds, blankets, no fridge and no microwave in the room. But the overall experience was good."
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#18 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
luyandab2020
By luyandab2020
"The overall stay was awesome and the staff is very welcoming. The only thing i did not like was the room from the bunk-beds, blankets, no fridge and no microwave in the room. But the overall experience was good."

19. Parade Hotel

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Connector00345782840
Connector00345782840
@Connector00345782840
Reviewed on 31 May 2023
Good place to go to
"I had a most great time in parade hotel, the reception area is warm welcoming, the security and receptionist they will greet you countless with smile. The room was very clean and breakfast well served delicious."
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#19 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
Connector00345782840
By Connector00345782840
"I had a most great time in parade hotel, the reception area is warm welcoming, the security and receptionist they will greet you countless with smile. The room was very clean and breakfast well served delicious."

20. The Balmoral Hotel

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Bryan D
Bryan D
@Bryan D
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2023
A 2/3 * hotel with 5* staff.
"I am unclear how a hotel with no bar or pool and limited menu can achieve 4*status. The hotel remains tired and in need of overhauling- but it is difficult to see how this will be achieved on such a low nightly..."
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#20 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
mbalivilakazi36
By mbalivilakazi36
"The staff members are well informed about customer care. The building is also beautiful and accessible"

21. Pavilion Hotel

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tillie1001
tillie1001
@tillie1001
Reviewed on 08 Aug 2022
Very basic, nothing spectacular.
"Was not very impressed with the room. Rooms had a musty smell and the floor we stayed on was terribly noisy. The furniture is chipped and rooms could definitely do with a make over. The bed linen was clean and the..."
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#21 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
tillie1001
By tillie1001
"Rooms had a musty smell and the floor we stayed on was terribly noisy. The furniture is chipped and rooms could definitely do with a make over. The bed linen was clean and the bed comfortable."

22. Riviera Hotel

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pearlmashau
pearlmashau
@pearlmashau
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2021
HOTEL STAY
"My stay was good - Staff was very friendly and welcoming, always willing to help and advise. Hotel needs to add fridges in the rooms though. Otherwise, my overall stay was very good and refreshing. Thank you"
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#22 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
pearlmashau
By pearlmashau
"My stay was good - Staff was very friendly and welcoming, always willing to help and advise. Hotel needs to add fridges in the rooms though. Otherwise, my overall stay was very good and refreshing."

23. Royal Hotel

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Yachal_D
Yachal_D
@Yachal_D
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2020
Still a beautiful hotel but catering and maintenance needs to be improved
"I found it difficult to give a review of this hotel as it’s a mixed review. Let me start with the highlights. The hotel is still so beautiful: with its heritage, friendly staff members and views from the room..."
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#23 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
BobsExperience
By BobsExperience
"There was a kettle in the room, with tea/coffee making facilities. The bedside lamps were strange, and were not matching at all. The shower and toilet were in good working condition."

24. Bayside Hotel Self Catering

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Small Hotel
Navigate56313196349
Navigate56313196349
@Navigate56313196349
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2023
Horrible service
"Too noisy and the service is poor I’ve never been to a hotel and there’s no phone in the room to call reception you either use your phone or walk down to reception 2ndly there’s only one iron that you have to wait..."
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#24 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
nosipho m
By nosipho m
"Closer to every shop we needed and easy access to transport if you want to go to other places."

25. Grange Gardens Hotel

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Bed and Breakfast
Global13046726485
Global13046726485
@Global13046726485
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2023
Overall a good experience
"Clean, comfortable room."
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#25 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
xthuli724319
By xthuli724319
"The room was affordable and nice but you can definitely improve. Our room number 9, The window at the shower was broken could not open so the shower was stuffy after taking a shower."

26. Impala Holiday Flats

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Apartment
nmagwa151789
nmagwa151789
@nmagwa151789
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2023
better
"lacation was good,they need to change furniture its to old its makes them look like Amahashahasha,ididn't like that we have to wash dishes buy our own dish washing soap , please dont use sofa's as bed they are not..."
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#26 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
nmsiza435130
By nmsiza435130
"The services was excellent i can't complain even the staff members were freindly. we were receiving room services everyday. the rooms were looking good and the bedding was also clean."

27. Durban Spa

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Karyn G
Karyn G
@Karynglock
Reviewed on 05 Jun 2022
Friendly staff
"I booked this accommodation for my friend and her family. The staff were very friendly. The views were lovely. The indoor pool and jacuzzi were enjoyed by my friends. This is a good 3 star hotel on central Durban's..."
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#27 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
Yumeshrey N
By Yumeshrey N
"The bathroom has a shower curtain that's dirty as well. The only good thing about Durban spa is the views and the vibe around the area."

28. ONOMO Hotel Durban

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Nkanyiso Oswald
Nkanyiso Oswald
@NkanyisoOswald
Reviewed on 09 Dec 2021
Good
"All round good hotel, the staff is charmingly well behaved, the environment and energy is relaxing and welcoming you can tell everything was well thought of, and thought of with the consumer in mind. I would..."
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#28 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
Nkateko
By Nkateko
"Aircon is always on, can't be switched off. breakfast area is good for meetings, social gatherings or sitting alone. Outside area is well kept so you can relax on the veranda."

29. Bayside Hotel Pine Street

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Lodge
Andy M
Andy M
@andymizen
Reviewed on 03 Jul 2023
Noisy but comfortable
"The rooms are very clean and the beds are very comfy. However, there were no towels or tea/coffee present, and the rooms have no soundproofing at all. As the hotel does not enforce a noise rule after 11pm, I was..."
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#29 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
Andy M
By Andy M
"The rooms are very clean and the beds are very comfy. However, there were no towels or tea/coffee present, and the rooms have no soundproofing at all."
Breakfast included

30. Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre

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Veronique
Veronique
@Verototoo
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2023
Good for the building character, but service to improve
"Nice building with historic vibe. The comoun area are nice, but the room are just OK. Cleaness to improve, as the bathroom bin was not emptied from the previous guest No direct open window allowing a good..."
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#30 Best Value of 583 places to stay in Durban
Veronique
By Veronique
"Nice building with historic vibe. The comoun area are nice, but the room are just OK. Cleaness to improve, as the bathroom bin was not emptied from the previous guest No direct open window allowing a good..."
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Durban Hotels Information

Hotels in Durban

694

Hotels Prices From

R 492

Hotels Reviews

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Travel high season

Sep - Nov

Travel low season

Mar - May

High season avg price

R 1 307

Low season avg price

R 1 143
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Season
Avg. price/night
Avg. temperature
Avg. precipitation
Dec - Feb
Avg. price/night
R 1,330
R 525R 3,354
Avg. temperature
24ºC
WARMEST
4ºC33ºC
Avg. precipitation
132mm
Mar - May
Avg. price/night
R 1,293
LOWEST
R 525R 3,354
Avg. temperature
21ºC
4ºC33ºC
Avg. precipitation
-
Jun - Aug
Avg. price/night
R 1,443
R 525R 3,354
Avg. temperature
17ºC
COLDEST
4ºC33ºC
Avg. precipitation
-
Sep - Nov
Avg. price/night
R 1,480
HIGHEST
R 525R 3,354
Avg. temperature
20ºC
4ºC33ºC
Avg. precipitation
-
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Durban. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.

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  • uShaka Marine World
    uShaka Marine World is a 16-hectare theme park in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It comprises 8 attractions: uShaka Sea World, uShaka Wet 'n Wild, uShaka Sea Animal Encounters Island, uShaka Beach, uShaka Village Walk, uShaka Kids World, uShaka Dangerous Creatures and Chimp & Zee. uShaka Sea World is the fifth largest aquarium in the world. uShaka Wet 'n Wild water park has the highest slide in Africa.
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  • Durban Botanic Gardens
    Rare plants, exquisite orchids and charity tea parties draw visitors to this botanical garden.
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    Densely forested and dotted with gorges, streams and villages, this valley makes for a stunning scenic drive.
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  • uShaka Wet 'n Wild
    A fun fresh water world of slides and pools, uShaka’s Wet ‘n Wild caters for the adrenaline junkie and those less adventurous!
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  • Moses Mabhida Stadium
    Moses Mabhida Stadium offers adventure activities for fun seekers. Try out the SkyCar ride to the top of the arch or walk 500 steps to the sky platform on the Adventure Walk. All Access Tours, Segway Tours and the world's only stadium Big Swing can be found here too along with a variety of shops and restaurants.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Durban hotels
Garden Court Marine Parade, Garden Court South Beach, and The Edward are some of the most popular hotels for travellers looking to stay near uShaka Marine World. See the full list: Hotels near uShaka Marine World.
Suncoast Towers, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, and The Edward are all popular resorts for travellers staying in Durban. See the full list: Durban Resorts.
Popular hotels close to Moses Mabhida Stadium include The Benjamin, Suncoast Towers, and The Saint James on Venice Boutique Hotel. See the full list: Hotels near Moses Mabhida Stadium.
Popular luxury hotels in Durban include Hilton Durban, Endless Horizons Boutique Hotel, and Audacia Manor Boutique Hotel. See the full list: Durban Luxury Hotels.
Popular hotels close to King Shaka Intl Airport include The Oyster Box, Teremok Lodge & Spa, and The Beverly Hills Hotel. See the full list: Hotels near King Shaka Intl Airport.
A few of the most popular hotels near Durban Botanic Gardens are The Benjamin, Coastlands Musgrave Hotel, and Quarters Hotel. See the full list: Hotels near Durban Botanic Gardens.
Popular cheap hotels in Durban include Garden Court Marine Parade, Garden Court South Beach, and City Lodge Hotel Durban. See the full list: Cheap Hotels in Durban.
Suncoast Towers, Hilton Durban, and Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani have a spa and received excellent reviews from travellers in Durban. See the full list: Spa Hotels in Durban.
Garden Court Marine Parade, The Benjamin, and Suncoast Towers all received great reviews from families travelling in Durban. See the full list: Family Hotels Durban.
Popular hotels by the beach in Durban include Garden Court Marine Parade, Suncoast Towers, and Garden Court South Beach. See the full list: Durban Beach Hotels.
The Saint James on Venice Boutique Hotel, Endless Horizons Boutique Hotel, and Audacia Manor Boutique Hotel received great reviews from travellers looking for a romantic hotel in Durban. See the full list: Romantic Hotels in Durban.