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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Durban, South Africa

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Offering an outdoor pool, Holland House B&B is located in Durban. Free WiFi access is available.

Each room here will provide you with a TV, air conditioning. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a bath and a hairdryer.

Checking in went very smooth, safe parking, a nice clean room, a great location within walking distance from Florida Street, and an exceptionally good breakfast (also for our vegan family member). The staff gave us great recommendations on what to do and where to go. This B&B in an historic building is clearly run with love and a great eye for detail. We felt very much at home here thanks to the exceptionally kind and welcoming staff. We would highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking to stay in Durban.

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9
Superb
159 reviews
Price from
£46
per night

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers, Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse also offers a shared lounge area with entertainment system and a dining room with an honesty bar.

The spacious, air-conditioned rooms and suites all come with elegant, modern décor. They also have a minibar and flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The private bathrooms include a bathrobe and slippers.

Very friendly and helpful staff.

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9
Superb
241 reviews
Price from
£75
per night

Just 17 km north of Durban, in the heart of Umhlanga Rocks, Anchors Rest offers elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi. The guest house features an outdoor pool, a large garden, and free private parking.

Anchor's Rest Guest House offers air-conditioned rooms with a private entrance and a patio with barbecue facilities. They feature en-suite bathrooms, an open plan lounge, a well equipped kitchenette and are fitted with a satellite TV, safe and a hair dryer.

great property with wonderful hosts, excellent breakfast and exceptional location

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9.1
Superb
612 reviews
Price from
£49
per night

This boutique guest house offers luxurious suites with unique scents and music, 1 km from Umhlanga Rocks Beach. Home-made muffins and muesli, fresh juices and farm eggs are served each morning.

Teremok Lodge & Spa offers a free evening shuttle to local restaurants. There are 2 free tea/coffee stations, and a honesty bar with hard and soft drinks.

The breakfast was just divine, fresh and prepared really well. Great location too and very peaceful environment.

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9.4
Superb
120 reviews
Price from
£149
per night

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 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.

Exceptional service from the welcome to good bye. The staff are extremely attentive and friendly. Thanks for a great stay.

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9.4
Superb
960 reviews

Terebinte Bed & Breakfast is located in the Glenwood suburb of Durban, within 4 km from the Royal Durban Golf Club. It offers a garden, courtyard and barbecue facilities.

Terebinte Bed & Breakfast features colourful interiors and antique furnishings. Each room comes with a satellite TV, sofa and air conditioning. The bathroom has a bathtub and shower.

comfy and clean room and the great hosts that made me feel like at home.

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9.3
Superb
93 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

Nestled in upper Morningside, Goble Palms Guest Lodge & Urban Retreat features an outdoor pool, an English-style pub, and a colonial rooftop terrace overlooking Durban and the Indian Ocean.

The boutique-style rooms are decorated with a mix of antique and contemporary décor. They feature air conditioning, a satellite TV, tea and coffee making facilities and free Wi-Fi.

Great hosts and a simply beautiful place!

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8.9
Fabulous
1,170 reviews

All rooms at Holiday Inn Express Durban-Umhlanga are equipped with a work desk, electronic safe, mini fridge (not stocked), tea/coffee making facilities and a private bathroom with signature Power Shower. Each room is air conditioned and has a 32" TV with a limited DStv satellite bouquet. Our Double Rooms feature a sleeper couch, which can be made up on request and can sleep a maximum of 2 children under 16. The hotels offers free, unlimited Wi-fi throughout.

The staff was welcoming especially Joshua

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8.4
Very good
5,370 reviews
Price from
£57
per night

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.

Well located, staff friendly and amazing place. The bar lounge at Ground floor It's wonderful, and the rooftop breakfast room It's amazing. I couldn't have time to spend time at the pool

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8.8
Fabulous
8,591 reviews
Price from
£36
per night

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 location, cleanliness and the outdoor pool

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8.2
Very good
19,909 reviews
Price from
£42
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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  • Teremok Lodge & Spa
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    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 120 reviews

    This boutique guest house offers luxurious suites with unique scents and music, 1 km from Umhlanga Rocks Beach. Home-made muffins and muesli, fresh juices and farm eggs are served each morning.

    staff were awesome and the best breakfast thank you.

  • Goble Palms Guest Lodge & Urban Retreat
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,168 reviews

    Nestled in upper Morningside, Goble Palms Guest Lodge & Urban Retreat features an outdoor pool, an English-style pub, and a colonial rooftop terrace overlooking Durban and the Indian Ocean.

    Lovely place, Staff very helpful, really loved my stay

  • aha Gateway Hotel Umhlanga
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,629 reviews

    A rooftop pool is behind aha Gateway Hotel - Umhlanga's characteristic green ‘screen’ surrounding the front the building. This eco-friendly hotel is attached to the Gateway Theatre of Shopping.

    The rooms are so beautiful, deco, beds comfortable

  • Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga, an IHG Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,368 reviews

    Located in Umhlanga Ridge, Holiday Inn Express Durban-Umhlanga is just 900 metres from Gateway Theatre of Shopping. La Lucia Ridge offices are a 2-minute drive away.

    Hospitality was great. Always great staying there!

  • Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,687 reviews

    Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge is located opposite the Wavehouse and the Gateway Theatre of Shopping.

    Very clean. Professional and extremely helpful staff.

  • Royal Palm Hotel
    Breakfast options
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,401 reviews

    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.

    Space, neat, good food, allowed for late check-out

  • Quarters Hotel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 180 reviews

    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...

    The room was spacious with good linen and pillows.

  • Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel and Convention Centre
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,252 reviews

    Just a 15-minute drive from King Shaka International Airport in La Mercy, this 4-star hotel offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV. Facilities include an outdoor pool and sun deck.

    The friendly staff. Comfortable bed. Safe parking.

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Boutique hotels that guests love in Durban

  • Avg. price/night: £63.98
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 84 reviews
    Stunning location, beautiful villa, gorgeous garden, big pool, fully equipped outdoor area, big secured parking. Comfortable room, very clean and well decorated, air-con and fan, fridge, safe, kettle, tea/coffee selection, biscuits, water dispenser. Stylish bathroom with big shower. Common area and fully equipped kitchen available. Amazing host, kind and extremely helpful, friendly atmosphere. Three lovely ginger cats. I enjoyed my stay!
    ELENA
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £91.71
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,658 reviews
    Modern interior designers
    LANGELIHLE KHUMALO
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £127.97
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 314 reviews
    Gorgeous property. Spacious, comfortable rooms, very well designed and decorated. Friendly, welcoming staff and owner. Lovely lounge area.
    Aneesa
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £57.80
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 85 reviews
    Location is perfect if you want to stay by the city centre as it is clean, a 5min walk from the beach... and a nice beach.... a walk away from uShaka, and right next to the Harbour where you can watch cruise ships come and go. The interior design was also really lovely and inviting, with cute and vacay themed decor. The kitchen utilities were way more than expected. You can literally cook anything you can imagine. The washing machine was also great!
    Keeyanda
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £113.52
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,687 reviews
    Fantastic hotel. Funky interior design. Lovely staff and handy location. Right beside the mall and only few minutes to the beach.
    Edyta
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £70.38
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,800 reviews
    The place has a lovely modern interior design, it is very spacious and the environment is very tranquil. Everything that is advertised is there. The staff is friendly especially the security guys at the gate and the place is safe.
    Thato
    Family with young children
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 52 reviews
    What you see is what you get, and more. Absolutely stunning apartment with amazing views! Beautiful interior design and attention to detail, a chic, ethereal yet homey feel throughout. The best security.The complimentary gift on arrival was such a lovely touch and communication with Log and Raven was seamless. A rare find indeed. Will definitely visit again.
    Melanie
    Family with young children
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 698 reviews
    Incredibly friendly welcome, gorgeous design, tastefully decorated, beautiful views, lovely breakfast. Could recommend enough!
    Annaweller91
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £29.67
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,788 reviews
    The room was so neat and compact. It felt private and classy. I love the colour schemes in particular and overall interior design. I’d love to know when there’s discounts in future!
    K
    Kassim
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £61.85
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 711 reviews
    This is a lovely boutique hotel. It seems that it was revamped recently. We enjoyed our stay. Veronica, Cynthia and Charles are absolutely stunning.
    Charmaine van der Spuy
    Young couple

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