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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bayside Hotel 116	3.0 star property	8.4 Very good 27 reviews	View
The Edward Hotel	4.0 star property	7.8 Good 230 reviews	View
The Balmoral Hotel	4.0 star property	7.8 Good 205 reviews	View
Bayside Hotel Pine Street	3.5 star property	7.0 Good 62 reviews	View
Balmoral	4.0 star property	6.4 6 reviews	View

Where to stay in South Beach

Find the best South Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Durban Beachfront

Durban Beachfront is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Blue Lagoon or Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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North Beach

This sandy beach on Durban’s stunning Golden Mile is popular for its safe swimming, rolling waves, lively esplanade and cultural events.

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Morningside

Morningside is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Florida Road and Mitchell Park Zoo.

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Durban Central Business District

Travellers come to Durban Central Business District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Harbour and Workshop Mall while you're in town.

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Durban Point

While visiting Durban Point, you might make a stop by sights like uShaka Marine World and Golden Mile.

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Top South Beach Hotel Reviews

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

10/10 Excellent

"The room I stated in was roomy and clean. The breakfast is amazing. I Will definitely return."

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great experience at the Protea Hotel. Check in and out was efficient and all employees extremely courteous and helpful. The restaurant prepared breakfast to go on short notice due to our early departure. The facility is immaculately kept and tastefully designed. The location was great and we were able to safely walk the streets at night and experience some of the local culture. Highly recommended and would love to return in the future."

Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch

8/10 Good

"Wonderful stay. Kind staff at breakfast and dinner, all were amazing. Check in had a few blips with the system picking up the wrong number of people and the wrong room but was quickly fixed. One point I would make is it’s incredibly difficult to find the hotels parking - no signposting meant we went into another much more expensive parking lot. I would definitely stay again, the staff and cleanliness make it a no brainer."

The Balmoral Hotel

8/10 Good

"The hotel is in desperate need of a makeover. The rooms are clean, the water is hot, but the faucet can be replaced. You have to turn the knob around 5 full times before the water comes out. Then it's not even a smooth stream, but a multi angle spread. My room was located in the middle of the building between the stairs and the elevator. There are seats in front of my door, so it can get pretty noisy even late into the night. The area where the building is located is good....right in front of the beach with lots of food options. The staff were great!"

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in South Beach?

South Beach is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its beaches. Make sure that you visit Golden Mile and Addington Hospital Museum as part of your South Beach travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in South Beach?

Based on our traveller data, Metro Lodge Beach is one of the top choices for your stay in South Beach. This hotel offers free parking and flat-screen TVs. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Bayside Hotel Pine Street and The Edward Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the South Beach area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Durban, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 34 South Beach hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in South Beach.

What is there to do in this Durban neighbourhood?

Golden Mile, Addington Beach and Dairy Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay in South Beach. Addington Hospital Museum and Harbour are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around South Beach include Durban Funworld, BAT Centre and Port Natal Maritime Museum. Old Courthouse Museum and Playhouse are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Durban.

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Our top choices for South Beach hotels

1. The Edward Hotel

2. The Balmoral Hotel

3. Bayside Hotel 116

4. Durban Spa

5. Bayside Hotel 100

6. Bayside Hotel Pine Street

7. BAYSIDE SUITES HOTEL

8. Metro Lodge Beach

9. A Two-bedroom Holiday Apartment, at the Heart of South Beach Durban

10. Parade Hotel

11. City Lodge Hotel Durban

12. ONOMO Hotel Durban

13. Belaire Suites

14. The Royal Hotel

15. First Group The Palace All-Suite

16. The Blue Waters Hotel

17. Pavilion Hotel Durban

18. Road Lodge Durban

19. Suncoast Hotel & Towers

20. Sol Sands Hotel & Self-Catering

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Where to stay in South Beach

Durban Beachfront

North Beach

Morningside

Durban Central Business District

Durban Point

Top South Beach Hotel Reviews

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

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