Reviews of The Travel Inn Durban
20 Cunningham Road Umbilo, 4075 Durban, South Africa
#4 of 178 B&Bs and Inns in Durban
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 56 hotel reviews
9.8Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.9
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Comfort
9.9
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Location
9.2
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Facilities
9.7
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Staff
9.8
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Value for money
9.9
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Free WiFi
9.2
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Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Prakash
South Africa3 reviews10“great stay”- • Family with young children
- • Studio with Pool View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
everything was neat and clean. room very comfortable. hosts very friendly and welcoming. no unnecessary noise disturbance.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Chris
South Africa5 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio with Pool View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Everything about the place is peaceful and homely
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Frank
South Africa6 reviews10“Great stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio with Pool View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Friendly and sociable hostess
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 20 December 2023
Paula
South Africa120 reviews8 helpful votes9.0“Clean and Comfortable on Cunningham”- • Couple
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Breakfast was plentiful, but more choice could be given - suggest a form to complete the day before, according to the needs of the guest.
Great communication from hosts before and during the stay. Clean, comfortable room and furnishings - felt like home. Modern fittings and extra touches. Bottles of water and fresh milk in a full sized fridge. Pool looked pristine.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 1 December 2023
Amelia
Italy14 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio with Pool View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The host were so lovely and even gave us a free ride to the city! The place had everything we needed and was very clean and comfortable. We really appreciated the security of the accomodations and the nice welcoming. We definitely recommend it!
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 28 November 2023
Oluwatoyin
South Africa1 review10“I was initially skeptical but was pleasantly surprised in the end.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing. There's nothing to dislike in this fantastic place.
Everything. I was a bit skeptical when I saw The Travel Inn being so cheap and yet having its rating. I was pleasantly surprised upon getting there though. My expectations were exceeded. A rating of 100/10 is more appropriate! Tertius and Thabisile are excellent hosts. Of course, their own travel experiences adds up in helping them make The Travel Inn one of the best places you can lodge in Durban at such affordable prices. Tertius and Thabisile also transported us at their own costs without asking for any dime from us. We even got complimentary footwears. If the accomodation is available for your dates, you will never go wrong with this place. Book it immediately, thank me later. (~_*) Thank you Thabisile, thank you Tertius. You were excellent in hosting us and we equally love your dynamics as a couple.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 26 November 2023
Mayibongwe
Eswatini1 review10“We enjoyed our stay and we would have loved to stay for a little bit more”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Suite with Balcony
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The only thing we found as a disadvantage was the fact that there was no privacy with the bathrooms and toilets
The hospitality was just remarkable
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 22 November 2023
Rrahman25
United Kingdom17 reviews6 helpful votes10“Wonderful stay, felt super safe”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Studio with Pool View
- • Stayed 4 nights
I absolutely loved this place; it's great value for money, and I felt incredibly safe as a solo traveller. Tertius and Thabisile made me feel super comfortable. They also took me to my game reserve and were very professional. They have a great eye for attention to detail, and it was just a lovely stay. I would definitely recommend and come back! Also got my laundry done here, thank you so much for getting those tough wine stains out of my white trousers! Haha
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 7 November 2023
Khona
South Africa5 reviews10“Best Durban accommodation”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Everything about the place. I'm lost for words, everything was perfect my partner and I loved it, from the welcoming to touring the place, the bathroom, kitchen and bedroom setting also perfect, outside chilling areas tjooo the list is endless and the staff exceptional experience we will definately be returning for many of our time off weekends We also loved it as my partner and I went out and when we came back our room was spotless
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 2 November 2023
Musa
South Africa6 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nope
Place was wonderful and friendly staff
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 26 October 2023
Mayenziwe
South Africa2 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Everything
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 29 July 2023
Dean
Botswana37 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Business trip
- • Family with young children
- • Studio with Pool View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
All is 100% ,one cannot complain. Great atmosphere and security is high.
Very quiet and Peaceful environment. We loved it very much and the food was well prepared excellent taste. Will definitely return when working or on holiday. Hosts are so kind and helpful and I wish them all the best for the future.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 6 July 2023
Lungelo
South Africa8 reviews10“Welcoming”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing.
The owners were so welcoming and relaxed to converse with.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 1 July 2023
Joe
South Africa28 reviews4 helpful votes10“The Marvelous Durban Inn”- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Studio with Pool View
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
The family-like atmosphere 👌 😍 Excellent value for money. Security. Privacy. Cleanliness
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 26 June 2023
Folo
South Africa2 reviews10“It was amazing”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Studio with Pool View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
None
Very nice and perfect place to be Professionalism
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 24 June 2023
Jyoti
South Africa16 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Good can be made excellent in one day with rectifying these simple problems.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio with Pool View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Toilet needs an extractor.fan for hygiene reasons. Shower drainage needs suctioning, as water is clogging up. Sensor lights need override switch. If there was one, we were not aware of it.
Bed, cleanliness, service & value for money.
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 23 June 2023
Makuyi
South Africa11 reviews10“10 over 10 minus nothing”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
I didn't like that I couldn't stay longer
What an awesome 👌 couple this is definitely the best place I've ever stayed in. ❤️ And I've stayed in alot of places. The security check is definitely worth it. Nice and centrally located however very quite and safe environment 👍 👌 that's a yes for me.
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 21 June 2023
Dr
South Africa8 reviews10“Beyond exceptional.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio with Pool View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Zero
Exceptional🙌🏾🙌🏾 Quiet surroundings. High speed WiFi in every corner. Very neat place and secure. Clean pool. Weeeee breakfast 🙌🏾 Scrumptious 🥺♥️
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 18 June 2023
Daca
South Africa3 reviews10“It was a good experience”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Studio with Pool View
- • Stayed 3 nights
friendlyness of the staff and willingness to adjust to the request/ or needs of the client.
breakfast was excellent and exceeded my expectations.
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 25 April 2023
Deren
South Africa2 reviews10“Home away from home.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 3 nights
The location was very convenient, I managed to get to my destinations with ease although I am not from Durban.
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: 27 March 2023
Carina
South Africa8 reviews10“Very good stay in Durban”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Studio with Pool View
- • Stayed 5 nights
N/A
Breakfast was very good, the room was very clean and well equipped
Stayed in March 2023
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Reviewed: 24 March 2023
Zanele
South Africa10 reviews10“The owners are very welcoming & professional.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Suite
- • Stayed 4 nights
In abundance & delicious.
Stayed in March 2023
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Reviewed: 6 March 2023
Kronosforever
South Africa13 reviews10“Travel iin 10/10”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
I like everything
The place is very clean, the staff is amazing and very considerate, the breakfast was great and it's in a very safe and convenient area.
Stayed in March 2023
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Reviewed: 6 March 2023
Judith
Netherlands10 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Studio with Pool View
- • Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hosts, did take care of lots of details.
Stayed in March 2023
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