Durban Beachfront Travel Guide

Durban

A sunset over a beach with palm trees and a bridge.
A cable car system, palm trees, a beach, and a cityscape with buildings.
A beach with a pier extending into the water, a thatched umbrella, and a person sitting on the sand.
A surfer riding a wave at sunset.
A beach with a pier extending into the ocean during sunset.

Stay near popular Durban Beachfront attractions

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Durban Beach

8.2/10 (205 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Durban Beach during your travels in Durban? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Picture 1 for Activity Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

£5
per adult
Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise
Picture 10 for Activity Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf

Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf

£8
per adult
Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf
Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

£10
per adult
Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

£11
per adult
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal
Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

£7
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise
Culture Walking Tour of Durban

Culture Walking Tour of Durban

£49
per adult
Culture Walking Tour of Durban
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Top hotels in Durban Beachfront

Belaire Suites

Belaire Suites

4 out of 5
151 Snell Parade Durban KwaZulu-Natal
Fully refundable
The price is £60 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£60
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Belaire Suites
Parade Hotel

Parade Hotel

3 out of 5
191 OR Tambo/Marine Parade Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is £35 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£35
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a casino and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dairy Beach and Durban Funworld are located ...
Parade Hotel
The Blue Waters Hotel

The Blue Waters Hotel

4 out of 5
175 Snell Parade Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is £60 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£60
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Well trained and friendly staff. Perfect location on North Beach with awesome views from the balcony. Two swimming pools and great buffet meals. We will be back."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

The Blue Waters Hotel
Suncoast Hotel & Towers

Suncoast Hotel & Towers

5 out of 5
20 Battery Beach Road, Durban Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is £105 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£105
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Durban. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World and ...
8.4/10 Very good! (221 reviews)
"Amazing! Staff is great, food is great, room was great"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Suncoast Hotel & Towers
Metro Lodge Beach

Metro Lodge Beach

2.5 out of 5
9 Sylvester Ntuli Rd Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is £33 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£33
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Durban. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Durban Funworld and Dairy Beach are located ...
5.2/10 (9 reviews)
"I liked the fact that it's not far from the mall, and easy to get there"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Metro Lodge Beach
The Edward Hotel

The Edward Hotel

4 out of 5
149 O.R. Tambo Parade Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is £74 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£74
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free train station pick-up. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (230 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 15 May 2026

The Edward Hotel
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Where to stay in Durban Beachfront

Find the best Durban Beachfront areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Durban Beachfront
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A beach with palm trees, a pier, and people walking along the shore.

South Beach

South Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Harbour and Golden Mile.

A beach with a pier extending into the water, a thatched umbrella, and a person sitting on the sand.

North Beach

North Beach is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Blue Lagoon or Golden Mile while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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Durban Central Business District

Travellers come to Durban Central Business District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Harbour and Workshop Mall while you're in town.

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Durban Point

While visiting Durban Point, you might make a stop by sights like uShaka Marine World and Harbour.

A coastal cityscape with a bridge over water, dense green forest, and urban buildings.

Morningside

Morningside is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Florida Road and Mitchell Park Zoo.

Durban Beachfront Travel Guide

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