Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani
63 Snell Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal 4001, South Africa
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Amenities
Golf Course
Outdoor swimming pool
Diving
Snorkeling
Spa
Massage Room
Fitness Room
Private parking
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Property Description
Located just 656 feet from the beach, along Durban’s Golden Mile, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani overlooks the Indian Ocean. The hotel also offers 3 swimming pools and 4 restaurants serving a variety of dishes.
Certain modern, air-conditioned rooms offer ocean views and come with tea-and-coffee making facilities. The private bathrooms include a bath or shower.
On-site parking, an airport shuttle service and WiFi are available for a surcharge. This family-friendly hotel provides a full English breakfast buffet daily and guests can make use of the gym, spa facilities and room service.
Popular spots within the local area include Kingsmead Stadium, Durban ICC and Greyville Racecourse.
Suncoast Casino is just 0.9 mi from the hotel, and uShaka Marine World is 1.9 mi away. Durban Botanical Gardens are 3.1 mi away and King Shaka International Airport is 19 mi away.
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7.9/10
GoodCleanliness7.8
Amenities7.9
Location8.0
Service7.9
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Surroundings
Airport: King Shaka International Airport
(33.6 km)
Train: Ilfracombe
(49.8 km)
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Rooms
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Services & Amenities
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1
Maharani Standard King
1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
Sea View
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1
Elangeni Superior King
1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
Sea View
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1
Maharani Suite
Bedroom 1:1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
Sea View
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1
Maharani Superior King
1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
Sea View
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1
Elangeni Standard King Room
1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
Sea View
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2
Elangeni Junior Suite
Bedroom 1:1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
Sea View
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1
Elangeni Luxury Suite
Bedroom 1:1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
Sea View
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1
Elangeni Standard Queen Room
1 Double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
Sea View
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1
Elangeni Standard Side Sea Facing Double Double
2 Double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
Private Toilet
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1
Elangeni Superior Queen
1 Double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
Sea View
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2
Elangeni Executive King Room
1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
Sea View
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Guest Reviews
7.9/10
Good
44 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness7.8
- Amenities7.9
- Location8
- Service7.9
Average for similar properties in Durban
AI Summary
The rooms are spacious, comfortable, and well-maintained, offering a delightful start to the day with a good breakfast selection and stunning ocean views. Easy beach access adds to the relaxation.
PinkGirl
March 31, 2025
Easy check-in, fabulous view. Peaceful and Quiet. Breakfast was fantastic. Restaurant staff are super helpful and friendly. The pool was stunning and great ambiance.
However;
1. The bathroom was not clean. Please see the attached pictures of the hair left behind.
2. Nobody answered our room calls at 6 am
3. No dental kits are given/available
4. There are 0 lights in the ceiling. The side lamps and lights do not provide sufficient lighting.
5. The room was smaller than expected.
6. 1 small bottle of water is provided. The rooms are not provided with any more water except for this one small bottle. If you require more, you have to buy it.
Rue Masoha
June 14, 2024
The service was really great. Their staff is helpful. However the rooms are old. My aircon was not working and the stopper in the bath tub didn’t work. I was quite disappointed by that.
Kukhanya
September 18, 2022
The place was absolutely amazing!!!the stay was great, room was great just a bit dusty but it was a pleasant stay. Will be coming back. Breakfast was also excellent
Guest User
March 23, 2025
The Indian Ocean is just across the road from the hotel. The staff assigned me a room on the 17th floor with an unbeatable sea view. But the hotel must have some history, and the facilities in the room are relatively old. The air-conditioning is not cold enough, and I sweated when I slept at night. But the grill restaurant downstairs tastes good.
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Rob M
January 30, 2025
This place is gem , prices are right , quiet area no hustles or bustles Right near the beach , clean , beautiful air coming in your hotel room Staff hospitality top notch , breakfast to die for This is possibly the best breakfast I have had in my life
Guest User
March 8, 2025
Hotel has a great view of the beach and you look straight over the golden mile. Staff are helpful and friendly. As I was staying over a longer period I found the food options a little limiting. The hotel is quite dated and my room had a light damp smell. The room was clean and spacious, Airco was not working in my room, so left window open and curtains shut. it was bearable, and a bonus you can hear the waves crashing on the beach. Beds comfortable and I slept well. Was advised not to go outside at night, which wS unfortunate as that was the only time I would have to exploer the area, but nit the hotels fault.
Guest User
February 10, 2025
The service is no longer good . I had a bad service experience. I asked for my room to be cleaned at 8:30 am and I ended up cleaning it up myself. I complained but my matter was not fixed , I got a call that the manager will talk to me about it. Never head of him again.
Guest User
January 8, 2025
We had the pleasure of staying at his establishment during December We stayed in a luxury suite at the Elangeni hotel.What an amazing experience.The suite was nothing short of superior .The views from the 20th floor was breathtaking .The bathrooms and decor was stunning .We loved the turn downs and little gifts at the bedside at night .The suite is fully equipped with a kitchen with a coffee machine and microwave ,a full lounge and dining room .Bedroom 1 had a luxurious kind sized bed and bedroom 2 had 2 double beds .Each bedroom including the lounge had its own TV .Breakfast was delicious-a huge variety of foods to cater for all dietary requirements .We had the pleasure of meeting Naveshnie Moonsamy,the Rooms Division Manager who was simply amazing and caring towards the guest's needs .Having a manager who is hands on and present to cater for the guests is a huge plus .For the duration of my stay I noticed her everyday walking around and being available to guests .I also would like to thank Gracy ,the accommodation service manager who ensured that our room was impeccable at all times and catered to all our needs.Kudos to Naveshnie and Gracy-you guys rock !!
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Golf Course
Off-site
Outdoor swimming pool
Diving
Off-site
Snorkeling
Off-site
Spa
Additional charge
Massage Room
Fitness Room
Private parking
Additional charge
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Bar
Restaurant
Café
Currency Exchange
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Business Center
Children's Pool
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Fitness Room
Bar
Restaurant
Meeting Room
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Rooftop pool
Pool with view
Heated pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking, and Charge, ZAR 50.00 (approx. £2.01) Daily. Reservation not possible
Private parking
Additional charge
Transportation
Shuttle Bus Service
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
Currency Exchange
Tour/Ticket Service
Front Desk Safe
Luggage Storage
Concierge Service
24-Hour Front Desk
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Café
Bar
Room Service
Snack Bar
Health & Wellness
Golf Course
Off-site
Hairdressing and Beauty Center
Fitness Room
Massage Room
Spa
Additional charge
Diving
Off-site
Snorkeling
Off-site
Beauty and Makeup
Windsurfing
Off-site
Water Sport Equipment
Activities
Fishing
Off-site
Eco Tours
Public Areas
Elevator
No Smoking in Public Areas
Smoking Area
Cleaning Services
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Dry Cleaning
Additional charge
Ironing Service
Additional charge
Clothes Steamer
Facilities for Children
Children's Meals Available
Children's Pool
Business Services
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Business Center
Fax/Copying Service
Additional charge
Accessibility
Accessible Rooms Available
Stair-Free Property Entrance
Wheelchairs Available On-Site
Safety & Security
CCTV In Public Areas
Fire Extinguisher
Smoke Detector
Security Personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 14:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots can be added, but extra beds cannot be added.
Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 2 years old and under | Extra cot: Free |
Breakfast
TypeContinental, Full English/Irish
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
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Legal Information
This property is managed by a professional host. Professional hosts are parties that act for purposes relating to their trade, business, or profession and are regarded as traders under EU law.
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Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 1452
Located just 656 feet from the beach, along Durban’s Golden Mile, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani overlooks the Indian Ocean. The hotel also offers 3 swimming pools and 4 restaurants serving a variety of dishes.
Certain modern, air-conditioned rooms offer ocean views and come with tea-and-coffee making facilities. The private bathrooms include a bath or shower.
On-site parking, an airport shuttle service and WiFi are available for a surcharge. This family-friendly hotel provides a full English breakfast buffet daily and guests can make use of the gym, spa facilities and room service.
Popular spots within the local area include Kingsmead Stadium, Durban ICC and Greyville Racecourse.
Suncoast Casino is just 0.9 mi from the hotel, and uShaka Marine World is 1.9 mi away. Durban Botanical Gardens are 3.1 mi away and King Shaka International Airport is 19 mi away.