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The 10 Best 5-star Hotels in Durban, South Africa

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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 staff were outstanding - warm, hospitable, friendly, helpful. South African hospitality is in a league of its own..

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9.4
Superb
966 reviews
Price from
£368
per night

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.

From the moment we arrived we were delighted by the location, the calm, spotless atmosphere of the interior and beautiful decor. The staff were wonderful too - friendly, professional, helpful and full of smiles. They were happy to help with any request. Crisp linen and fluffy towels were changed every day, gowns and slippers were also provided. Everything was absolutely perfect. The food was wonderful too. We will definitely be back!

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8.5
Very good
497 reviews
Price from
£93
per night

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.

EVERYTHING IS WONDERFULS. Staff very friendly and helpful. Everyone is very nice and kind. It offers comfort, amenities and the place is safe. You can walk and get to know without fear and the people are very friendly.

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8.6
Fabulous
805 reviews
Price from
£169
per night

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When the accommodation is just as important as the destination, a five-star stay should give that extra ‘wow’ factor as you enter the lobby. As well as offering the kind of service to make you feel like royalty, you’ll usually find highly rated on-site spas, gourmet restaurants and top-of-the-line beds you won’t want to get out of.
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  • The Oyster Box
    Breakfast options
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 966 reviews

    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.

    I loved Everything. Our stay at The Oyster Box Hotel was exceptional.

  • Endless Horizons Boutique Hotel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 497 reviews

    Endless Horizons Boutique Hotel features an infinity pool offering panoramic views across the Indian Ocean.

    Friendly and accommodating staff clean food is amazing

  • Westville Bed and Breakfast
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 168 reviews

    Westville Bed and Breakfast is set in sub-tropical gardens situated in the suburb of Westville.

    Excellent, we enjoyed every moment at that facility.

  • Beverly Hills
    Breakfast options
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 805 reviews

    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.

    Everything was exceptional! Will be back for sure!

  • Pearls of Umhlanga Multi-Story Penthouse
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a rooftop pool, pool view and a patio, Pearls of Umhlanga Multi-Story Penthouse is set in Durban.

    Location with the views and comfort... with great privacy and security.

  • Umhlanga Beach Villa

    Located in Umhlanga Rocks and 16 km from King Shaka International Airport, Umhlanga Beach Villa features a garden, an outdoor pool and partial sea views. Free WiFi is available.

Great access to the city centre! Check these five-star hotels in Durban

  • Hampton Collection - Stylish 3 Sleeper Apartment with Pool
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 68 reviews

    2.8 km from Battery Beach, Hampton Collection - Stylish 3 Sleeper Apartment with Pool offers a recently renovated 5-star accommodation in the Windermere district of Durban.

    property was exactly what you see in the pictures 😌

  • Hampton Collection - Contemporary 3 Sleeper Apartment with Pool
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews

    Located in Durban, Hampton Collection - Contemporary 3 Sleeper Apartment with Pool provides accommodation with a plunge pool, a balcony and garden views.

    Clean, neat, organized, easy to find, and well located.

  • Hampton Collection - 2 Sleeper Studio Apartment with Pool
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 11 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a plunge pool, inner courtyard view and a patio, Hampton Collection - 2 Sleeper Studio Apartment with Pool is set in Durban.

  • Hampton Collection - Trendy 2 Sleeper Apartment with Pool
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 42 reviews

    In the Windermere district of Durban, close to African Art Centre, Hampton Collection - Trendy 2 Sleeper Apartment with Pool has an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a washing machine.

    Nice location. Quiet for the most part. Free Netflix .

  • Hampton Collection Modern 1 or 2 Bedroom Apartment with Pool
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 15 reviews

    Situated in Durban, Hampton Collection Modern 1 or 2 Bedroom Apartment with Pool offers accommodation with a plunge pool and garden views.

    The hosts were very professional,great location with good security and fairly comfortable

  • Hampton Collection - Charming 1 or 2 Bedroom Apartment with Pool
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 65 reviews

    In the Windermere district of Durban, close to African Art Centre, Hampton Collection - Charming 1 or 2 Bedroom Apartment with Pool has an outdoor swimming pool and a washing machine.

    The location was good and everything else was exceptional

  • Sanchia Luxury Guest House
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 418 reviews

    With columns and covered terraces, Sanchia Luxury Guesthouse is in Durban’s exclusive Glen Ashley suburb. It features free Wi-Fi and a garden with outdoor pool.

    Entire staff's hospitality and comfortable bed.

  • A Beach Condo
    Central location
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 40 reviews

    A Beach Condo is situated in Durban, 2.3 km from Doonside Beach, 21 km from Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve, and 30 km from Durban Botanic Gardens.

    The location was near the beach and other amenities.

  • High Tide Beach Condo
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 156 reviews

    Located in Durban, 200 metres from Amanzimtoti Main Beach and 2.3 km from Doonside Beach, High Tide Beach Condo provides a restaurant and sea views.

    We were able to view the beach through the windows

  • Quayside Waterfront Apartment
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 86 reviews

    Located at Durban's Point Waterfront, Quayside Waterfront Apartment is a 3-bedroom split level apartment and direct access to the canal and the beach from the patio.

    The whole place ...design exceptional high class.

  • Lotus Guest House 1
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 42 reviews

    Lotus Guest House 1 features quiet street views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Durban, 13 km from Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve.

    I love the Place And it was Clean and felt like Home

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5 star hotels that guests love in Durban

  • Avg. price/night: £54.55
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 355 reviews
    The staff were friendly and made us feel very welcame and the breakfast was good too. Very peaceful. Would recommend this place if I could would give it 5 stars.
    Owen
    Young couple
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 41 reviews
    Booked for my parents and they loved everything. They rated 5 stars. Thank you again very pleased. Will surely book again.
    Thandiwe Radebe
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £54.55
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 355 reviews
    This is at most a 3 star BnB and not anywhere near the 5 stars being advertised.
    Rudi
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £68.44
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,697 reviews
    Lovely premises with a stunning outdoor area & restaurant plus it is very close to Gateway so definitely 5 stars for convenience. Downstairs area is modern & really lovely. Loved the photo areas by the pool So much fun. DJ on the Friday evening was very cool. Staff are very courteous. Bed was nice & big.
    Maia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £100.57
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,334 reviews
    4.5 stars for the size of the room
    Infamous'Moks
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £102.80
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 694 reviews
    Everything. Wonderful staff. 5 star room. Attention to detail. Luxury linen. Very comfortable bed and pillows. Excellent breakfast. Amazing views. Wifi perfect in the rooms. Very new and modern. Top quality taps. Marble tops in bathroom. Molton Brown toiletries. All the little touches. Peaceful. Snesana a real gem.
    Ekaterini Heath
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £104.90
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 479 reviews
    this was my second stay and is now in my top two places in Umhlanga to stay , great , friendly and safe . I will highly recommend this place for business travelers. in my opinion 5 Stars all the way .
    Pieter
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £134.39
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,396 reviews
    The breakfast room was satisfactory, the staff were badly trained, this is not a 5 star hotel, it charges five star rates, but was very a 3 star environment, coffee self service, supermarket style croissants cold, butter cut in cubes and open unsealed, I would say this hotel is a garden city and Radisson Group should go and inspect if it’s worth of its name
    FAZEL
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £102.80
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 694 reviews
    Wow! what a great place, lovely property, amazing views . Snezana is a fabulous host ,rooms are clean and well decorated ,I can’t thank her enough for making our stay perfect . we stayed on our way to a Safari and even felt safe enough to walk to nearby Restaurants. It’s a Bird watchers paradise., great beach and lots of good places to eat nearby . Breakfast was lovely and the ladies looked after us exceptionally well . 5 stars from Us 😘
    A
    Anonymous
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £78.93
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,584 reviews
    Outstanding breakfast such lovely presentation and the staff 5 stars such lovely professional young people. thank you all
    ann lloyd
    Solo traveller

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