Blue Waters Hotel

4 stars
8.5
Very good
based on 8514 reviews
8,514 reviews
175 Snell Parade, 4001 Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
175 Snell Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
+27 313 277 000
Fri 11/9
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Sat 12/9
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Guests of this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a sauna and a playground. The Blue Waters Hotel offers 262 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. This Durban hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. An indoor pool and an outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8.5
Very good
8514 reviews

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Amenities at Blue Waters Hotel

  • Snorkelling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

Basics

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

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Disabled access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by lift
  • Accessible parking
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

General

  • Family rooms
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Landmark view
  • Storage available
  • Quiet street view
  • Beachfront
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Public transport tickets
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining table

Things to do

  • Zoo
  • Bicycle hire
  • Casino
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Cycling
  • Snorkelling
  • Beauty salon
  • Night club
  • Swimming

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Infinity pool
  • Spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool with a view
  • Rooftop pool
  • Sauna

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Health and safety

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

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Babysitting/child care services (surcharge)
  • Playground

Laundry

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

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Balcony

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Fitness

  • Squash

Reviews of Blue Waters Hotel

8.5
Very good
8514 verified ratings
Wonderful
4315
Very good
1421
Good
1059
Okay
519
Fair
548
Mediocre
248
Poor
405

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's breakfast, describing it as excellent, delicious, and well-prepared. The service and hospitality from staff were frequently highlighted as friendly and professional, making guests feel valued and welcome. Cleanliness was another strong point, with many guests noting the neatness of rooms and public areas. However, several guests were disappointed by the rooftop pool being out of service without prior notice, and a few mentioned issues with bathroom cleanliness, elevator access, and minor room amenities. Overall, the positives of breakfast, service, and cleanliness stood out most.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Breakfast10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Room service6.5 out of 10
Pool0 out of 10
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9.4
Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2018
Pros (+) Breakfast and staff was amazing. Will stay again when I visit SA if the cockroaches are not there
Cons (-) Only thing that was not pleasant was the tiny cockroaches all over the bathroom and coffee area.
4.8
Mediocre
khali, Feb 2018
Pros (+) I liked how the front desk staff tried to manage the terrible situation
Cons (-) Room service food was very bad, it looked and tasted like left overs. Breakfast was worse

Location

175 Snell Parade, 4001 Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

What's nearby

  • Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World400 m
  • North Beach1.1 km
  • Kingsmead Cricket Ground1.3 km
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium1.4 km
  • Marine Parade Street1.4 km
  • Durban International Convention Centre1.6 km
  • South Beach1.7 km
  • Golden Mile1.7 km
  • Kings Park Stadium1.8 km
  • Greyville Race Course2.1 km
  • Durban Botanical Gardens2.7 km
  • Natal Observatory2.9 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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$271
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Blue Waters Hotel?

The cheapest month to stay at Blue Waters Hotel is February, with an average nightly rate of $136. The most expensive month is December at $301 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Blue Waters Hotel?

The cheapest day to book Blue Waters Hotel is Tuesday, with an average nightly rate of $156. The most expensive day is Wednesday at $271 per night.

How far in advance should you book Blue Waters Hotel?

To get the best price at Blue Waters Hotel, book around 1 week in advance. This could save you approximately 7% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Blue Waters Hotel

  • The cheapest price a room at Blue Waters Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $271, while the most expensive was $271.
  • How long should you stay at Blue Waters Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Blue Waters Hotel

  • Where is Blue Waters Hotel located?

    Blue Waters Hotel is located at 175 Snell Parade, 2 km from the centre of Durban. Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World is the closest landmark to Blue Waters Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Blue Waters Hotel?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Blue Waters Hotel.

  • Does Blue Waters Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Blue Waters Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Blue Waters Hotel from the airport?

    Blue Waters Hotel is 8.1 km from Durban Virginia. Blue Waters Hotel is 27.1 km from Durban King Shaka Intl.

  • Does Blue Waters Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Blue Waters Hotel has a pool on-site.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.6
2.0 km
Durban King Shaka Intl
27.1 km

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