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Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Hotel

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Very good (5825 reviews) |
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May 14, 2025 - May 15, 2025
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Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Hotel Durban

Overview

  • 3 swimming pools
  • private parking
  • family rooms
  • wifi available in all areas
  • beachfront
  • airport shuttle
  • non-smoking rooms
  • tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • bar
  • very good breakfast

Intro

Situated around 20 minutes' stroll from a beach, the 32-story Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Durban hotel offers 1452 stylish rooms. Just a short stroll from Durban Beach Front, this 4-star hotel offers a great location and includes an à la carte restaurant.

Rooms

Some of the air-conditioned rooms comprise a balcony and a dressing room, and are furnished with a couch. Fitted with a laptop-size safe, the rooms also offer a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with tea/coffee making equipment for self-catering. Offering a bidet, the bathrooms are fitted with dressing gowns and slippers. You can enjoy stylish rooms with marvellous views of the Indian Ocean.

Relax

A fitness studio and 3 swimming pools are available at the smoke-free Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani. With a golf course, guests can stay fit at this property.

Location

Located 1.3 miles from the opulent 1910 Edwardian neo-baroque Durban City Hall, the excellent hotel is also 0.3 miles from Durban Ice Arena. Guests can visit uShaka Marine World located approximately 25 minutes' walk from the Durban property.

Eat

Lingela, the onsite restaurant, serves international cuisine while Vigour Verve restaurant is boasting international specialties. Guests are welcome to a snack bar on site.

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Rooms

Superior Room with Two Double Beds and Sea View
Room size: 23 m2
Max capacity: +
Executive Room with Sea View
Room size: 30 m2
Max capacity:
Standard Room with Sea View
Room size: 20 m2
Max capacity:
Superior Room with Sea View
Room size: 20 m2
Max capacity:
Junior Suite with Sea View
Room size: 41 m2
Max capacity:
Standard Room with Two Double Beds and Partial Sea View
Room size: 23 m2
Max capacity: +
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Facitilies

Facilities

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Dressing area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Dining facilities

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus
  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Relax

  • Rooftop pool
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Beauty treatment
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Activities for Kids

  • Cots
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool

Reviews

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4 /5 (2560 reviews)
8 8 /10 (6385 reviews)
8/10 Very good (5825 reviews)
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  • Cleanliness 8.5
  • Comfort 8.5
  • Facilities 8.1
  • Location 9
  • Total 8
  • Value for money 8
  • Free WiFi 6.2
B

Brett

9.6/10
The hotel had an excellent location right by the beach. I enjoyed the stunning ocean views from my room. The cleanliness was top-notch, and the breakfast was a delightful experience.
T

Todd

9.6/10
I had a fantastic stay at this hotel, where I found the rooms impeccably clean and well-maintained. The staff were always friendly and accommodating, which made my experience even better. I particularly enjoyed the breakfast buffet; the variety and quality of the food were impressive. The location is perfect, close to the beach and various attractions, allowing me to explore the area effortlessly.
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Caroline

9.6/10
The cleanliness of the property was impressive, and the staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating throughout my visit. Breakfast was a highlight, offering a fabulous selection that kept me energized for the day ahead, and the location directly across from the beach made it easy to enjoy the sun and surf.
t

thomas

9.8/10
I loved my sea view room. The location is right on the beach, making it easy to enjoy the stunning scenery. The staff was friendly and attentive, especially the housekeeping team, who kept my room spotless. The buffet breakfast was exceptional and catered to all dietary needs.
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Location

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Landmarks nearby
Restaurants nearby
Transportation
  • 1. Kwa Muhle Museum 2.23 km (1.39 mi.)
  • 2. uShaka Marine World 2.54 km (1.58 mi.)
  • 3. Moses Mabhida Stadium 2.01 km (1.25 mi.)
  • 4. Durban Holocaust and Genocide Centre 520 m (1706 ft)
  • 5. Mini Town 420 m (1378 ft)
  • 6. Blue Lagoon 710 m (2329 ft)
  • 7. The Old Fort 1.21 km (3970 ft)
  • 8. Old Court House Museum 2.11 km (1.31 mi.)
  • 9. Durban Ice Arena 480 m (1575 ft)
  • 10. Durban Botanic Garden 2.65 km (1.65 mi.)
  • 1. Blue Waters 740 m (2428 ft)
  • 2. Al mehran 740 m (2428 ft)
  • 3. The Grill Jichana 100 m (328 ft)
  • 4. Piatto 600 m (1969 ft)
  • 5. Cafe Jiran 580 m (1903 ft)
  • 6. Ocean Breeze 230 m (755 ft)
  • 7. Master Chef 300 m (984 ft)
  • 8. Joe Cool's 580 m (1903 ft)
  • 9. Neo Cafe 740 m (2428 ft)
  • 1. Durban 1.84 km (1.14 mi.)
  • 2. Playfair 190 m (623 ft)
  • 3. Sol Harris 400 m (1312 ft)
  • 4. KE Masinga 540 m (1772 ft)
  • 5. Sandown 700 m (2297 ft)
  • 6. SA Road Link 1.50 km (4921 ft)
  • 7. Margate Coach Durban Station 1.58 km (5184 ft)
  • 8. Trans Lux 1.64 km (1.02 mi.)
  • 9. Intercape 1.64 km (1.02 mi.)