Delightful property. Unique. Great breakfast. Ekhaya Boutique Hotel in Durban has 4-star accommodation with a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is around 11 km from Durban ICC, 13 km from Moses Mabhida Stadium and 13 km from uShaka Marine World. The property is non-smoking and is situated 10 km from Durban Botanic Gardens. All rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and slippers. Ekhaya Boutique Hotel features some units that have a balcony, and rooms have a coffee machine. At the accommodation the rooms come with bed linen and towels. Kings Park Stadium is 13 km from Ekhaya Boutique Hotel, while Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is King Shaka International, 39 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most beautiful, unique and authentic luxury hotel in the area. WOW!
Hip. Beautiful. Great location.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
I would describe this as the coolest luxury hotel in the area.
Comfortable beds. Great value. Popular among couples. 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
This small hotel has super comfortable beds and great affordability!
Located 2.3 km from Greyville Racecourse, Coastlands Musgrave Hotel offers spa facilities. It features modern rooms and a sun terrace. North Beach is 5.8 km away. Coastlands Musgrave Hotel has elegantly decorated rooms with a balcony overlooking the surrounding area. Each of the air-conditioned rooms has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, and a coffee maker. The stylish ground floor restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner in a casual but elegant environment, while the coffee shop serves delectable cakes and desserts. Guests can also relax in the outdoor terrace with a cocktail. The hotel’s spa provides facial therapies, body treatments, and head massages. There is also a golf course nearby the hotel. King Shaka International Airport is 27 km from the property and Umhlanga is a 20-minute drive away.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
Very stylish. Cool. 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
Based on my research this is the most STYLISH luxury hotel in the area. It also has a great location!
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. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and an ATM. 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. Luxe Florida Grand Hotel offers an à la carte or halal breakfast. Durban Beach is 3 km from the hotel, while Moses Mabhida Stadium is 2.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, 31 km from Luxe Florida Grand Hotel.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
Lovely property. Romantic. Cosy rooms. Popular among women.Opened July 2021. Located in Durban, 2.7 km from Suncoast Beach, Luxe Suites Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Guests can enjoy garden views. All units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. At the hotel every room comes with a private bathroom and bed linen. Durban Beach is 3 km from Luxe Suites Boutique Hotel, while Kings Park Stadium is 2.3 km away. The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, 32 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Superb breakfast. Rooftop bar. 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
This hotel has a popular rooftop bar and a cool rooftop restaurant.
Charming. Elegant. 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
The hotel is located in the best part of Durban, with amazing views of Umhlanga Beach. I think this is one of the most CHARMING AND WELL DESIGNED boutique hotels in Durban.
Elegant. Rooftop pool. Good 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
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
Boutique hotel. Located in Morningside, Durban, 4.9 km from North Beach, Emakhosini Boutique Hotel offers spacious rooms. This hotel features an outdoor pool and a large terrace with lounge area. Emakhosini Boutique Hotel has modern rooms with wooden furniture and carpeted floors. Each of the air-conditioned rooms has a flat-screen satellite TV, a work desk and an electric kettle. Guests can start their day with a breakfast buffet, or enjoy their breakfast in the privacy of their room. The 3 On Lumsden restaurant serves Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily. A coffee shop is also available. The hotel is less that 10 km away from Durban beaches, Durban’s Convention Center and Shaka Marine World Park. Durban Country Club is 3 km from the property. King Shaka International Airport is 25 km away, and the hotel offers free private parking on site. An airport shuttle and a car rental service are also available.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
A charmingly decorated hotel with an excellent spa treatment, and the pool area, though small, is a beautiful facility.
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
Comfortable beds. Set 1 km from the banks of the Umgeni River, The Riverside Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor pool and a range of beauty treatments at its wellness centre. Gateway Shopping Centre is 11 km away. All rooms have luxurious bedding and furnishings. Each one has satellite TV, air conditioning and a small kitchenette fitted with basic appliances. Riverside Hotel offers semi-self catering facilities. The outdoor pool area is built among natural rocks and tropical trees. Guests can enjoy a variety of beers and cocktails from the Cyril's bar. Riverside Grill serves a blend of South African and European cuisines in a smart-casual atmosphere. Riverside Grill Bar features light snacks and tropical drinks. The Riverside Hotel is a 20-minute drive away from Pavilion Mall. Durban Country Club is 2 km away, while King Shaka International Airport is 27 km from the property. 500kVA Generator on site ensures an uninterrupted power supply to our hotel complex and Business Centre.Show full description
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
A luxurious hotel situated on the beachfront with an outstanding ocean terrace restaurant. The hotel offers en-suite bedrooms with stunning sea views, a homely comfort, and lovely cocktails by the pool.
Great location. The Palace All-Suite is situated along Durban’s North Beach. This art deco styled resort features a rooftop pool and terrace. uShaka Marine World is 2.9 km from the property while the Durban ICC is a 15-minute walk away. The modern and air-conditioned units come complete with satellite TV, as well as a kitchen. The rooms offer a view and the private bathrooms have a bath or shower. At The Palace All-Suite, the restaurant and cocktail bar offers panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and Marine Parade, and offers an à la carte menu featuring a variety of Italian dishes. Guests can relax in the spa which offers an array of treatments. The Durban ICC Arena is 1 km away and King Shaka International Airport is within 33 km.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
This might be one of the most RELAXING AND ROMANTIC boutique hotels in Durban.
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