Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

4 stars
63 Snell Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Durban, South Africa
+27 313 621 300
8.1
Very good
based on 1862 reviews
1,862 reviews
Sat 14/2
-
Sun 15/2
1 room, 2 guests
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C$ 147
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
King room, 1 king bed
C$ 147
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Overview

Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is situated in Durban and is close to the area's popular attractions. Guests have access to a heated pool and a sauna.

A wide range of personalized services are available for guests of Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, like 24-hour room service, babysitting/child services and an express check-in and check-out feature. Staff are available 24 hours a day and can assist with booking tours and tickets.

This hotel offers modern rooms with an en suite bathroom, air conditioning and a TV. They each offer an in-room safe, tea and coffee making facilities and a bathtub.

Cooked breakfasts are served at Daruma and Grill Jichana each morning before guests head out to explore the local area. Lunch is provided at Ocean Breeze and Lingela for those enjoying the hotel and its amenities during the day.

Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is within walking distance of International Convention Centre Durban, Golden Mile and Kingsmead Cricket Ground, and has a range of shopping, dining and nightlife options on its doorstep. UShaka Marine World and Durban Botanic Gardens are a short drive from the hotel.

8.1
Very good rating
Based on 1,862 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

  • Snorkeling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beachfront
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Foot massage
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Smoking rooms available
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Wi-Fi (surcharge)
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Higher-level toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle rental
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Beauty salon
  • Windsurfing

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Designated smoking area
  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Accessible parking
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

General

  • Family rooms
  • Storage available
  • Beachfront
  • Sea view
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool with a view
  • Rooftop pool
  • Massage
  • Pool bar
  • Sauna

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Pants press
  • Iron and ironing board

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Outdoor

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Balcony

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Child pool
  • Kids meals

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

8.1
Very good
1862 verified ratings
Wonderful
780
Very good
352
Good
272
Okay
135
Fair
141
Mediocre
67
Poor
115

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location and the quality of the breakfast, with many highlighting the beautiful views and helpful staff. However, some reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness and room conditions, which detracted from their overall experience.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Breakfast9 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
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8.0
Very good
Phathizwe, Aug 2022
Picking up in-room dining dishes afterwards
8.2
Very good
Paulo Jorge, May 2018
Pros (+) Cuisine
Cons (-) Internet data cap

Location

63 Snell Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

What's nearby

  • North Beach0.4 km
  • Marine Parade Street0.7 km
  • Kingsmead Cricket Ground0.8 km
  • Durban International Convention Centre0.9 km
  • Golden Mile1 km
  • South Beach1 km
  • Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World1.1 km
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium2 km
  • Greyville Race Course2.2 km
  • Kings Park Stadium2.5 km
  • Durban Botanical Gardens2.6 km
  • uShaka Marine World2.6 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

  • How long should you stay at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 29 days.

FAQs when booking at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

  • Where is Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani located?

    Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is located at 63 Snell Parade, 1.4 km from the centre of Durban. North Beach is the closest landmark to Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani.

  • How far is Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani from the airport?

    Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is 8.7 km from Durban Virginia. Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is 27.8 km from Durban King Shaka Intl.

  • Does Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani have a pool?

    Yes, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani in Durban and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani.

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Distance to airport

8.2
1.4 km
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27.8 km

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