The Best Luxury
Hotels in Durban

Highly elegant. Historic property. Great views. Popular among couples. Overlooking the Umhlanga Lighthouse and Indian Ocean, The Oyster Box offers 2 outdoor pools, an award winning spa and free Wi-Fi. Gateway Shopping Centre is 2 km away. The rooms at the 5-star Oyster Box are decorated with rich fabrics and furnishings. They include satellite TV, Mini Bar facilities and tea/coffee making facilities. Some guest rooms offer a private lounge area, patio and plunge pool. The Ocean Terraces Restaurant overlooks the Indian Ocean and offers a delicious seafood and curry buffet. The Grill Room offers up the best premium steaks and seafood dishes. Guests reserving Half-Board reservations are offered a signature set menu, hosted either in The Ocean Terrace or The Grill Room. Guests can work out with cardiovascular equipment at the gym, followed by a soothing massage by one of the onsite experts. The Oyster Box is set in the heart of Umhlanga Rocks and within walking distance to restaurants and shops. Free private parking is available. Show full description

Charming. Relaxing atmosphere. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Endless Horizons Boutique Hotel features an infinity pool offering panoramic views across the Indian Ocean. This luxury hotel is situated along Umhlanga Rocks Drive in Durban North and is within 3 km from the beach. Endless Horizons offers elegantly decorated air-conditioned rooms with modern furnishings. Each come fitted with a satellite TV, safe and en suite bathroom. Some rooms feature a view of the sea. The à la carte restaurant serves a selection of dishes. Guests can enjoy a drink at the bar or relax on the pool terrace. Services include a 24-hour front desk. For shopping enthusiasts one of Africa’s largest malls, the Gateway Theatre of Shopping is 6.5 km away. The Moses Mabhida Stadium is within 8 km and uShaka Marine World is 13 km away. Free WiFi is available and the King Shaka International Airport is 20 minutes’ drive away. Show full description

Elegant. Historic. Great views. Popular among couples. Set in Umhlanga, this clifftop hotel overlooks the Indian Ocean from its waterfront terrace and guest rooms. A gym and heated outdoor swimming pool are available on site. Including an ocean-facing balcony, all air-conditioned rooms at Beverly Hills Hotel are fitted with modern furniture in cream and brown colours. They have a satellite LCD TV with DVD player and free Wi-Fi. The Sugar Club Restaurant offers views of the unspoilt beaches along the Indian Ocean. The Elements café bar serves a selection of salads, seafood and pastas in chic surroundings with white furniture. Guests can make use of Beverly Hills’ business centre with printing facilities. Babysitting, laundry, and ironing services are available as well. The 24-hour reception staff can arrange shuttle services to King Shaka Airport, 18 km away. The Gateway Shopping Centre is 5 km away, while Ushaka Marine World and Durban Central are both within 18 km of the hotel. Show full description

Superb breakfast. Rooftop restaurant. Popular among women. Located right on Durbans North Beach, Belaire Suites Hotel offers rooms with free WiFi. Durban Station is 1 km away, and the on-site Café Jiran serves award winning coffee. Greyville Racecourse and uShaka Marine World are within 4 km from the property. The modern rooms at Hotel Belaire Suites are equipped with kitchenette facilities and a private marble bathroom. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a desk. Some rooms at the hotel offer a sea view. A full English breakfast buffet is served daily in the Sky Lounge which is located on the top floor of the hotel, offering guests unobstructed ocean views. The Durban ICC and the Moses Mabhida stadium are both less than 2 km away. Belaire Suites Hotel is 31 km from King Shaka International Airport. On-site parking and an airport shuttle service are available at a surcharge. Show full description

Beautiful. Stylish. Great location. Popular among women. Opened November 2020. Set in Durban, 2.6 km from Umhlanga Main Beach, Premier Hotel Umhlanga offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.8 km from Umhlanga rocks Beach. At the hotel all rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Premier Hotel Umhlanga each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Durban, like fishing and cycling. Bronze Beach is 2.8 km from Premier Hotel Umhlanga, while Umhlanga Lighthouse is 2.1 km away. The nearest airport is King Shaka International, 18 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

Rooftop pool. Great breakfast. Popular among women. Opposite Durban’s famous beachfront, Blue Waters Hotel is within walking distance of the Suncoast Casino and the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium. Both uShaka Marine World and Greyville Racecourse are within 4 km from the property. The spacious rooms and suites feature LCD TVs along with coffee-and-tea-making facilities. Each is equipped with air conditioning and a work desk. There is also plenty of luggage storage space. Most rooms come with furnished balconies and offer a view of the Indian Ocean. Guests at Blue Waters can enjoy afternoon tea and cake in the Florida Lounge overlooking the ocean. The Versailles Restaurant provides buffet and á la carte service for lunch and dinner. Leisure facilities at the Hotel Blue Waters include an indoor swimming pool, sauna and a squash court. There is also an outdoor rooftop swimming pool and guests can enjoy drinks with sunset views at the rooftop bar. The Durban North Beach area is a good location for walking, running and cycling. Hotel Blue Waters is 5 minutes’ drive from the Durban ICC and 10 minutes’ drive from Durban’s city centre. Durban Station is 2 km away, while King Shaka International Airport is 31 km from the property. Show full description

This ultramodern hotel is situated in the centre of Palm Boulevard, directly opposite the Gateway Theatre of Shopping on Umhlanga Ridge. The Indian Ocean beachfront is just 2 km away. This luxury apartment hotel boasts spacious apartments and suites featuring carpeted floors and dimmer lights. Each unit comes with a balcony, a luxurious bathroom with amenities and free Wi-Fi. In keeping with a luxurious metropolitan hotel apartment complex, the Royal Palm features a retail piazza, designed with beautiful gardens and water features. There is also an all-day ground floor restaurant. The signature restaurant of the Royal Palm, Thyme, offers contemporary dining amidst rich textures and colour schemes of black and cream. Sliding doors opening onto a spacious courtyard provide an elegant café experience to outdoor dining. Royal Palm Gateway Hotel is close to various attractions such as the Mangrove Swamps, Umhlanga Lighthouse, Hawaan Forests, and Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail. King Shaka International Airport is a 15-minute drive away. Show full description

Very stylish. Trendy. Great location. Located in the suburb of Morningside on Florida Road’s famous restaurant strip and only 5 minutes' driving from the Durban Beaches, the Quarters Hotel provides charming rooms equipped with satellite TV. The Quarters Hotel is a boutique hotel situated in restored Victorian homes. A selection of luxury amenities awaits the guests in a marble bathroom. Every air conditioned room is decorated with modern touches and features a queen size bed. Centrally located, the hotel is 3 km away from the Durban ICC and Moses Mabhida Stadium. King Shaka International Airport is a 30-minute drive away. Show full description

Delightful property. Hip. Comfortable beds. Opened July 2022. Set in Durban, 2.1 km from Durban Botanic Gardens, Luxe on Ridge Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The hotel has family rooms. All guest rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Guest rooms at the hotel are fitted with a private bathroom and bed linen. Durban ICC is 4.2 km from Luxe on Ridge Boutique Hotel, while Moses Mabhida Stadium is 5 km from the property. The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, 34 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Popular among women. Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge is located opposite the Wavehouse and the Gateway Theatre of Shopping. It offers views of Chris Saunders Park and air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV. The air-conditioned rooms at the Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! have a seating area, a work desk and a tea/coffee maker. The hotel’s restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and has a deck overlooking a tranquil garden. Guests can relax at the rooftop swimming pool, work out in the fitness centre, or enjoy drinks on the terrace. The Fire & Ice! is 20 minutes from Durban’s central business district and 15 minutes from the King Shaka International Airport by car. uShaka Marine World is 18 km away, and Moses Mabhida Stadium is 2.5 km away. Show full description

Situated 100 metres from the beach along Durban's Golden Mile, The Edward overlooks the Indian Ocean. Decorated in an Art Deco style, the hotel features features a panoramic roof-top pool, ideal for sunbathing and sundown cocktails. Guests will add their name to the long list of princes and presidents, millionaires and celebrities that stayed overnight since The Edward opened its doors in 1911. Half of the recently refurbished rooms offer uninterrupted ocean views. They are all decorated in a classic style with wooden features and rich fabrics, but also include satellite flat-screen TVs and an intimate reading area. Facilities of the hotel also include a gym and room service. Guests can enjoy walking or cycling on the promenade adjacent to the hotel. On-site parking and an airport shuttle are available for a surcharge. King Shaka International Airport is located 32 km away while uShaka Marine World and ICC Durban are both 1.5 km away. Show full description

Situated just 200 metres from the beach, along Durban’s Golden Mile, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani overlooks the Indian Ocean. The hotel also offers 3 swimming pools and 4 restaurants serving a variety of dishes. Certain modern, air-conditioned rooms offer ocean views and come with tea-and-coffee making facilities. The en suite bathrooms include a bath or shower. On-site parking, an airport shuttle service and WiFi are available for a surcharge. This family-friendly hotel provides a full English breakfast buffet daily and guests can make use of the gym, spa facilities and room service. Popular spots within the local area include Kingsmead Stadium, Durban ICC and Greyville Racecourse. Suncoast Casino is just 1.5 km from the hotel, and uShaka Marine World is 3 km away. Durban Botanical Gardens are 5 km away and King Shaka International Airport is 30 km away. Show full description

Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Comfortable beds. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel is situated in Durban, a 12-minute walk from La Lucia Mall. The property has an outdoor pool and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms include a seating area where you can relax. Enjoy a cup of tea from your terrace or balcony. Each room has a private bathroom. The property boasts with a mature garden featuring fish ponds. Gateway Theatre of Shopping is 5.3 km from Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel, while Kings Park Athletics Stadium is 9.6 km away. The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, 20 km from Beside Still Waters Boutique Hotel. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Opened June 2023. Located in Durban, 1.6 km from Durban Botanic Gardens, Luxe Musgrave Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. The hotel features family rooms. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. All guest rooms include a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. An American, vegetarian or vegan breakfast is available daily at the property. Durban ICC is 3.4 km from the hotel, while Moses Mabhida Stadium is 3.9 km away. The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, 34 km from Luxe Musgrave Boutique Hotel. Show full description

Relaxing atmosphere. Comfortable beds. Cosy rooms. Located in Durban, 3.8 km from Durban Botanic Gardens, The Cato Suites Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The hotel features family rooms. Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. At The Cato Suites Hotel each room comes with bed linen and towels. Durban ICC is 4.7 km from the accommodation, while Moses Mabhida Stadium is 6.9 km away. The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, 37 km from The Cato Suites Hotel. Show full description

Cool. Rooftop bar. Rooftop pool. Opened November 2020. Located in Durban, 2.4 km from Umhlanga Main Beach, Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers a bar. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Buffet and Full English/Irish breakfast options are available daily at the hotel. Bronze Beach is 2.4 km from Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch, while Umhlanga rocks Beach is 2.4 km away. The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, 18 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Located on Durban’s Golden Mile, with the Marine Parade and beach on its doorstep, the The Balmoral is a short walk from the Durban ICC and the uShaka Marine World. The business and shopping district can be found nearby. Fully renovated, the Balmoral still retains its historic and stately façade, which makes it one of Durban’s most elegant venues along the Golden Mile beachfront. The strictly Halaal Waterfront Restaurant leads out onto the Waterfront Terrace, where you can enjoy a relaxing dining experience whilst overlooking the Indian Ocean. The Balmoral has 95 elegantly appointed, fully-equipped, spacious rooms. Greyville Racecourse is 4 km from the property, while King Shaka International Airport is 32 km away. Show full description

Apartment hotel. Located in the heart of Umhlanga Ridge, Savannah Park Luxury Apartments offers modern self-catering accommodation. Gateway Shopping Theatre is 1 km away. Savannah Park Luxury Apartments also includes an outdoor pool. Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve is 3.5 km from Savannah Park Luxury Apartments, while Durban is 19.2 km away. The air-conditioned apartments have a lounge area and a fully equipped kitchen. The units offers a flat-screen satellite TV, a washing machine and a bathroom with shower. Towels are available. Please note that the accommodation does not have an electric generator. The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, 17.6 km from the property. Front desk is available from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Show full description

Newly opened, December 2023. Situated in Durban, 2.1 km from Suncoast Beach, Concierge Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.2 km from Battery Beach. All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. The rooms have air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV, and some units at Concierge Hotel have a balcony. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Durban Botanic Gardens, African Art Centre and Greyville Racecourse. The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, 31 km from Concierge Hotel. Show full description

Newly opened, March 2024. Situated in Durban, 2.6 km from Suncoast Beach, Luxe Florida Grand Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, an ATM and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 3 km from Country Club Beach. The units in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower, the rooms at Luxe Florida Grand Hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms have a balcony. At the accommodation rooms include bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers vegetarian, vegan or halal options. Durban Beach is 3 km from Luxe Florida Grand Hotel, while Moses Mabhida Stadium is 2.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, 31 km from the hotel. Show full description