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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. Sprawling complex of old houses turned into luxurious guest house with sumptuous beds and lounges. Tasty breakfast.

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. It was all perfect - good location, very helpful staff, excellent breakfast on top floor with panoramic views, good restaurant on ground floor, big room with ocean view. My stay could not have been better.

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. The place was absolutely beautiful

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. I loved the hospitality and the aura of the bed and breakfast , the owner was exceptional and even left a birthday chocolate bar for my cousin who we were celebrating . The garden was the best part for me where we sat and made a few memories . I would like to genuinely thank the Gerald (owner ) for the amazing stay and cleanliness as well as the quality of it all was worth it

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. From the minute we arrived Peter and Cilla were very attentive. The room was clean and very light and the bed was extremely comfortable. The breakfast were very good value for money with lots of options and thed honesty bar reflects the relaxed attitude of the hosts and a desire to please their guests. Superb and save location. All of which led to a very enjoyable experience. Thank you Peter and Cilla nad yourf staff !

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. I had an amazing stay at Lodge Afrique! Muriel, our host, went out of her way to make everything perfect. The staff were super helpful, giving us great recommendations and helping us book local tours we wouldn’t have found on our own. Muriel even dropped me off for my horse riding, which was such a thoughtful touch. The hospitality here really reflects the warm and welcoming spirit of South Africa. On top of all that, when I forgot my medication, the staff made sure it was sent to my next destination. Truly exceptional service!

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. Collin and the St. Lucia Wetlands Guest House staff are on another level. Please do yourself a favor and book in! The location, the property, the garden and the breakfast far exceed expectations and anything else we have visited. Thank you again for a great stay! 10/10 see you again.

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. Breakfast is a highlight, staff are very attentive

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. It’s a lovely place, cute, very well prepared team and always supportive. Meals was allways super, specially the Italian cuisine. Rooms are modern, big and comfortable with nice views- beech and forest.

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. Booked for my dad as he was attending a funeral nearby. He was very happy with this place. Felt like home. Staff are amazing and really accommodating. He was due to check out at 7am. Staff offered to come in early so they would accommodate his request of early check out. Would definitely book this lodge in the near future.