Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

4-star Hotel with Snorkelling

4 stars

63 Snell Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

+27 313 621 300
7,9
Good

based on 5 354 reviews

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About Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, Durban

Cleanliness
8,5
Comfort
8,5
Location
9,0
Services
8,1
Staff
8,5
Value for money
8,0
Boasting a heated pool and a sauna, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is located in Durban and offers modern accommodation. It provides 4-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms. A wide range of personalised 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. Also available to guests are a coffee bar, an airport shuttle and bicycle rental. There are 734 rooms at the hotel, each offering all the essentials to ensure a comfortable stay. Each one comes with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as a private en suite. Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani's restaurants, Daruma and Grill Jichana, serve guests dinner nightly. Light meals and snacks are available at Ocean Breeze, and for those looking for something more substantial, Lingela specialises in international dishes. For guests with day trips planned, the hotel offers packed lunches on request. Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is close to the area's well-known tourist attractions, including International Convention Centre Durban, Kingsmead Cricket Ground and Golden Mile, which are a short walk away. UShaka Marine World and the Durban Botanic Gardens are in close proximity to the property.

Rooms

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Standard rooms - River view
1 king bed

1 king bed

Agoda.com

R1 762/night

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Superior rooms - Lake view
1 king bed

1 king bed

Prestigia

R2 312/night

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Executive rooms - POOL view
Agoda.com

R3 442/night

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Luxury rooms - Ocean view
Booking.com

R6 307/night

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Double rooms - Sea view
2 double beds

2 double beds

Agoda.com

R5 827/night

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Other Rooms - City view
Agoda.com

R1 931/night

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Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • 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

7,9
GoodBased on 5 354 verified guest reviews
7,8Friends
7,9Families
7,6Solo
8,1Couples


Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani room booking info

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.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani compare to other 4-star hotels in Durban?

    Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is typically below the average price of 4 star hotels in Durban. On average, you can expect to pay R2 024 per night in Durban. Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani typically costs R1 552 per night, which is R472 cheaper than the Durban average.

  • How far is Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani from Durban King Shaka Intl?

    Driving distance from Durban King Shaka Intl to Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani and vice versa is 27,8 km and the overall drive time is about 51min. Driving time can vary based on the time of day and traffic.

  • What is the best way to get to Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani from Durban King Shaka Intl?

    Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani has parking available on site for customers of the hotel. With that in mind, the most efficient way not only to get from Durban King Shaka Intl to the hotel, but also to get around Durban during your stay may be to hire a car. Car hire in Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani are on average R562/day. Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani. The nearest airport to the hotel is Durban King Shaka Intl.

  • Are there food options at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?

    There is a restaurant at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani that can be used by visitors of the hotel. You can sit down or order food to take away. Call the front desk at +27 313 621 300 for kitchen hours. Guests staying at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani are welcomed by hotel staff to order room service directly from the kitchen to their room.

  • Does Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani have a pool?

    Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani does have a pool on site that hotel guests may use. Be advised that hotels typically have rules associated with pool usage. momondo would advise you to check with the front desk before taking a swim.

  • How close is Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani to Durban city centre?

    When staying at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani you are only 1,4 km from the Durban city centre. While making your way to the centre of Durban, you should plan to visit Durban City Hall and Natural Science Museum, along with all the shops and restaurants.

  • What is the phone number for Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?

    For questions regarding the hotel or your stay at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, call +27 313 621 300.

  • Does Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • Is there a gym or fitness centre available to guests at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?

    There is a hotel gym accessible to guests staying at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani. Most hotel gyms are not 24-hours, so be sure to ask the front desk for gym hours and availability.

  • What time is check-out for Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?

    Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani check-out time is 11:00. Late check-out may be available upon request at the reception desk.

  • How much is a room at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?

    Depending on the room type you prefer and your travel dates, the cost will differ. Average price per night at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, Durban is R1 930, but you may find great deals as low as R1 517. You can find rates for your trip in the form above.

  • Is there laundry service in Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?

    Yes, you can do your laundry at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani. Irons and ironing boards are included as featured amenities.

  • What is the distance from Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, Durban to Moses Mabhida Stadium?

  • Is Durban City Hall and Natural Science Museum, Durban close to Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?

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