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Reviews of Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani 4 stars

63 Snell Parade, 4001 Durban, South Africa

#40 of 85 hotels in Durban

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Review score

Based on 5242 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Elangeni Standard Queen
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Tea ,coffee and milk was not enough

    Rooms were clean Breakfast super

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    8.0
    We had a great stay, the view was amazing. 4 nights were not enough 😊😊. Definitely coming back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Elangeni Standard King
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didn't really enjoy the breakfast.

    I liked my room so much and the sea view it was theee best.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    7.0
    Will not go back to the Maharani for a stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Maharani Standard King
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    One night my room was still not cleaned when I got back. Linen is not supplied on time. The telephone line from the room to the hotel is terrible because you can never hear anything.

    Centrally located.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    7.0
    the room was good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Maharani Superior King
    • Stayed 2 nights

    N/A

    breakfast

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    8.0
    It was amazing, I really loved everything about my stay :). I will definitely come back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Elangeni Standard King
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The parking is not enough to accommodate all their guests.

    When I checked in, I did not receive the room I paid for, however, the staff were nice enough to give me a room I was happy with. The staff was very friendly, and I loved everything.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    8.0
    I had the most relaxing time waking up with sound of the beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Maharani Standard King
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Restaurant

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    8.0
    The staff members are very welcoming and friendly. The breakfast is good 👍👍
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Maharani Standard King
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I couldn't operate the Aircon they needed the face lift. They look old

    I loved the efficiency of the staff members.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    9.0
    Magnificent views and comfort bed
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Elangeni Standard Side Sea Facing Double Double
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking Space

    Food

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Maharani Standard King
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff in the rest of the hotel and and restaurant V&V were extremely useless. No one attended to us, they were unfriendly and when we asked them for assistance they either ignored us or treated us like we were a nuisance! The cleaning staff walked into our rooms with knocking and Thai happened more than once. The service was really disappointing

    The receptionist Lindiwe was amazing, she check us in early as we just disembarked from MSC cruise and allowed us to checkout a bit later, as our flight was only early evening. Because of her and her only I will return.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    8.0
    Hope to visit Durban again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Maharani Standard King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The view on the ocean

    Everything was good being the first time

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Maharani Standard King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is no dstv only the tv no walldrop it was difficult to pack the clothes.

    The staff were very friendly,to much of help and always smilling.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Maharani Standard King
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sheets not changed

    Buffet n reception

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    7.0
    In general we were happy, just the breakfast seating was a problem
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Elangeni Standard Queen
    • Stayed 1 night

    There was a group booking for a conference group and this was not communicated to us to consider for breakfast seating. Breakfast was a nightmare.

    Room, Restaurant staff etc

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Elangeni Standard King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Good

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    8.0
    My overall staying was great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Maharani Standard King
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was not pleased with the fact that I ask for sugar from the lady that came to my room but she did not bring it at all

    Breakfast was excellent especially when the cooked cream spinach &rice ,the staff at the reception was excellent we had an issue with the fridge and they gave the new one

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    7.0
    Great facility overall
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Maharani Standard King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no tv on the day. The door locks are a bit stiff and every time my neighbour closed the door he banged it and that created noise.

    The facility is top notch. The sea view is especially exciting.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    9.0
    We enjoyed our stay but the aircon was not really working, but I will definitely visit again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Elangeni Standard Queen
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The food was excellent we enjoyed it.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    8.0
    well worth it. we are definitely booking again soon!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Maharani Standard King
    • Stayed 2 nights

    My only gripe was the bed situation.... I booked a king size bed, and we were given a room with 2 x double beds -

    We loved the view. Breakfast was good.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    7.0
    Great view
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Elangeni Standard Side Sea Facing Double Double
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Beautiful sea view

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Elangeni Standard King
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were first booked into Elangeni Hotel so in a room that had a dysfunctional air conditioner. It was scotching hot. Upon raising the matter we were transferred to Maharani Hotel. On Tuesday 20/2/24 I wanted to use the gymnasium but the aor conditioner was set at below freezing point which made training a risky health issue. I tried to get the situation correct but to no avail.

    The food was delicious and the dining hall staff was exceptional.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Elangeni Standard Queen
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Some rooms have smell of an old carpet, I asked to change the room, and that was a right decision.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Elangeni Standard Queen
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel needs a revamp. Old fittings and old TVs in the rooms. There was no porter to welcome guests

    The food was excellent

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Maharani Standard King
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not having an Iron in my room, I'm sure there is a valid reason for the hotel not to keep irons in the rooms but the least you could do is have an efficient house keeping system where I don't wait for 30+ mins for an Iron. You room phone line was very bad.

    The place is impressive, it's definitely true to it's advert. The breakfast was the best 😊 and the stuff did the most. I'd definitely book again when I'm around Durban

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Maharani Standard King
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Spacious room, very clean, beautiful view.

    Stayed in February 2024

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