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4 stars

Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

63 Snell Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Durban, South Africa
See location+27 313 621 300
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$139
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rate per night

8.1
Very good
based on 1709 reviews
1,709 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
$139
Superior room
$186
Executive room
$194
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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.

There are a range of facilities at the hotel that guests can enjoy, such as a coffee bar, 24-hour room service and a casino. For an easy and effortless check-in and departure experience, guests can take advantage of the express check-in/check-out facility.

The air conditioned rooms at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani are well-appointed. They each offer a flat-screen TV, an in-room safe and a private bathroom.

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. A wide selection of cafés and restaurants can also be found in the surrounding area.

Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is within walking distance of International Convention Centre Durban, Golden Mile and Kingsmead Cricket Ground. UShaka Marine World and the Durban Botanic Gardens are a short drive from the hotel.

8.1
Very good rating
Based on 1,709 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

Fri 18/7
Sat 19/7
Executive room
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$194
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$195
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$362
Superior room
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$186
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$190
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$206
Double room
2 double beds
$222
2 double beds
$276
Standard Room
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$139
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$140
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$143
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including VAT but not including other taxes and fees.

Amenities at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

  • Snorkelling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beachfront
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

Services and conveniences

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

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

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

Bathroom

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

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Beauty salon
  • Windsurfing

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool with a view
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Rooftop pool
  • Massage
  • Pool bar
  • Sauna

General

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

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Laundry

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

Parking and transportation

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

Media and entertainment

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

Outdoor

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Health and safety

  • Safe

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

8.1
Very good
1709 verified ratings
Wonderful
713
Very good
321
Good
261
Okay
117
Fair
133
Mediocre
61
Poor
103

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location and friendly service at the hotel, with many highlighting the excellent breakfast and dining options. However, there were significant concerns regarding cleanliness, room size, and safety issues, which detracted from the overall experience.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Service9 out of 10
Location8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3.5 out of 10
Breakfast3 out of 10
Room Size2.5 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
9.1
Wonderful
Craig, Dec 2015
Pros (+) Always good.
Cons (-) Restaurants need work.
8.0
Very good
missterrys, Jul 2015
Pros (+) Gorgeous view of the sunrise. Great location. The staff were welcoming, and gracious.
Cons (-) Our room felt like a converted broom closet. For a hotel of this rating, I expected something a bit more spacious. Be wary of windows that open wide without any safety precautions. It was a bit hairy being on the tenth floor, and leaning out of the window with nary a safety net in sight!

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

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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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 9 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 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 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?

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Distance to airport

8.2
1.4 km
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