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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. Lionel is a delightful host - friendly and conducive and was very helpful to all of us, including our teenage boy who was travelling with. The rooms are such a joy, the food is delicious and plentiful with a lovely view and the pool area is perfect for relaxing.

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9
Superb
1,064 reviews
Price from
US$79
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. The staff were amazing to cater to all our needs. The maintenance old guy is sweet and made sure our stay was comfortable. Our AC was having some issue and he came to fix it during the night. Great Staff, very accommodating and dedicated.

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9.1
Superb
11,110 reviews
Price from
US$60
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, welcoming staff , accommodated all of our requests Would highly recommend

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9
Superb
301 reviews
Price from
US$100
per night

3.3 km from Durban Botanic Gardens, Terebinte Bed & Breakfast is a recently renovated property situated in Durban and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking. It is set 4.2 km from Durban ICC and provides luggage storage space. When staying at the bed and breakfast, guests can use private entrance. From the first time I entered in the apartment I was very well come like I have been there before I felt very comfortable and I still want to stay there longer everyone is wonderful with a great Smile 😃

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9.5
Exceptional
149 reviews
Price from
US$54
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 location close to restaurants and the beach. Lovely host.

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9.1
Superb
562 reviews
Price from
US$63
per night

Situated in Santa Lucia Estuary, Lodge Afrique offers free-standing thatched suites with full Afro-Victorian bathrooms. It features an outdoor pool surrounded by a tropical garden.

Free WiFi is available in all rooms. At Lodge Afrique the rooms are spacious and equipped with air conditioning, a ceiling fan and comes with a mini fridge. Each has a private outdoor shower leading off the patio. All the suites are connected to the central lodge by a raised wooden deck pathway over the garden. very relaxed stay. great breakfast. friendly staff. would stay again

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9.6
Exceptional
307 reviews
Price from
US$81
per night

Situated 1 km from both the iSimangaliso Wetland Park and the beach, this guesthouse offers leisure activities in tranquil surroundings. It features an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi in the public areas. Everything....the best breakfasts we had in our 5-week stay in SA. The garden is beautifully landscaped, and the entire guesthouse is tastefully decorated with interesting and unique items. Colin and Natalie are wonderful hosts and very knowledgeable about the area and gave valuable advice during our stay. They have thought of everything to make your stay as pleasant as possible. For example, the room had plenty of space to store luggage out of the way. The bathroom had plenty of space to put your toiletries. The list goes on and on. The staff is remarkable, Clement even washed and vacuumed our car! The laundry service was also perfect.we are

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9.8
Exceptional
393 reviews
Price from
US$75
per night

Overlooking the iconic Umhlanga Lighthouse and Indian Ocean, The Oyster Box is a 5-star hotel offering timeless luxury and comfort as part of the Red Carnation Hotel Collection.

Guests can enjoy elegantly appointed rooms, suites, and villas—some with private patios or plunge pools—each with handcrafted furnishings, complimentary Wi-Fi, and thoughtful amenities. excellent! with exceptional service

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9.5
Exceptional
970 reviews
Price from
US$550
per night

This 4-star boutique hotel offers free Wi-Fi in public areas, free parking and an ideal location in the coastal area of Ballito. It is within walking distance to beaches, stores, and restaurants.

Coco De Mer provides differently designed and situated rooms that all include views of either the Indian Ocean or coastal forest. Beautiful location, garden, next to beach and quiet very modern charming rooms. Staff very friendly, comfortable beds and many pillows. Small but nice pool. Dinner extravagant in choices from sushi to great steak and giant schrimps.

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9.1
Superb
765 reviews
Price from
US$89
per night

Just a stone’s throw from Hillcrest’s centre, a burgeoning commercial and residential suburb of Durban, this lodge welcomes guests looking for a special getaway.

Valley Lodge embodies pure luxury and sophistication. Classy furnishings and decorations constitute the predominant style found throughout the building. It is very peaceful and quiet.

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9.1
Superb
292 reviews
Price from
US$68
per night

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