Title: Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside Travelers find a peaceful escape at this Morningside hotel where they can relax on the rooftop terrace while staying connected to what matters ## Photo gallery for Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside ![Reception hall - Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside (Durban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57170000/57160400/57160338/c26f0ed3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Family Suite | Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace - Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside (Durban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57170000/57160400/57160338/1cfc1a4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge - Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside (Durban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57170000/57160400/57160338/e7b09282.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside (Durban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57170000/57160400/57160338/f5154aab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast area - Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside (Durban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57170000/57160400/57160338/ef0a6258.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Royal Ushaka Hotel offers a tranquil retreat in Morningside. Guests connect easily with in-room WiFi, appreciate the convenience of self-parking, and can unwind on the rooftop terrace with its panoramic views of the surrounding area. ## Reviews 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk £19 includes taxes & fees 12 Feb - 13 Feb ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 6 - Feb 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=57160338&PinnedHotelID=57160338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=57160338&PinnedHotelID=57160338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb 7 - Feb 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=57160338&PinnedHotelID=57160338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=57160338&PinnedHotelID=57160338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=57160338&PinnedHotelID=57160338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=57160338&PinnedHotelID=57160338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=57160338&PinnedHotelID=57160338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=57160338&PinnedHotelID=57160338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57170000/57160400/57160338/17d26dcb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge LED TV Blackout curtains Down duvet Separate bedroom Private bathroom - Ocean view - 280 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room ![Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57170000/57160400/57160338/56776cd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge LED TV Blackout curtains Down duvet Separate bedroom Private bathroom - Sea view - 280 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Family Suite ![Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57170000/57160400/57160338/17d26dcb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge LED TV Blackout curtains Down duvet 2 bedrooms Private bathroom - Sea view - 280 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDurban-Hotels-Royal-Ushaka-Hotel-Morningside.h57160338.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDurban-Hotels-Royal-Ushaka-Hotel-Morningside.h57160338.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located near a boardwalk, Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside is in Morningside, a neighbourhood in Durban. Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include uShaka Marine World and Big Rush Urban Adrenaline. Mitchell Park Zoo and Japanese Gardens are also worth visiting. [Visit our Durban travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Durban.dx1073) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-29.81801%2C31.02452&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5zXMngWiE5qzhHbr5x2TtaKRLN8=) 298 Percy Osborn Rd, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4001 ### What's nearby - ![You can do a 100 meter rope swing off the top of the stadium in Durban, not for the faint of heart](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1073/7bd8c727-e502-4d2c-a74d-613ea234e130.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Moses Mabhida Stadium 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - ![Clean ocean wave surging crashing towards shallow sandbars at surf city beaches of Durban](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000665189/a55f8376-27ee-46a2-9e4d-e8e72239ee9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Durban Beach 1 min drive \- 1.2 miles - ![Beautiful Durban as the sun set from Moyo bar on the end of the pier](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1073/7275823e-d924-4d6b-8f72-75152a0125bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Golden Mile 1 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Kings Park Stadium 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Florida Road 2 min drive \- 1.2 miles ### Getting around - Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) 29 min drive ### Restaurants - Capsicum @ Britannia 14 min walk - LoveCoffee 7 min walk - Britannia 14 min walk - Fresh Food With Thuladu 3 min drive - The Address 9 min walk ## About this property ### Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside Hotel near uShaka Marine World Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside provides a rooftop terrace and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Free self-parking - A lift, a banquet hall and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guest rooms at Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside offer thoughtful touches, such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning. 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free secured, covered self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Family friendly - In-room cot - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Rooftop terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Doorbell and phone notification - Handrails in hallways - Handrails in stairways - Lift - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - Banquet hall - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Down comforter - Free cot ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - Laptop-compatible safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures The property is closed between 1 July and 15 July. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Free cots are available on request at the property ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Property Registration Number AEO1974 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Royal Ushaka Morningside Royal Ushaka Hotel Morningside Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside Hotel Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside Durban Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside Hotel Durban ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside? ### How much is parking at Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside? ### What time is check-in at Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside? ### What time is check-out at Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside? ### Where is Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside Reviews 8.2 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 7.0 Amenities ### 7.8 Staff & service ### 7.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 11 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nirendra 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastic budget hotel This place was amazing. Clean, beautiful views, quiet area, large rooms. Staff were helpful and friendly and stay out of your way so you can do whatever you want to. The only issue is that the parking can be a bit difficult to manage with a large vehicle. ##### Nirendra Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### harry 30 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel was nice needed a little refurbishment. The staff made up for it been attentive and helpful. Was worth the money, security was good around the building. One young man lindo in particular very helpful. View of the harbour from my bedroom was amazing I was on the 18th flood of 23\. Pool is on rooftop alongside the spa facilities very safe. ##### harry Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Terrica 4 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness It was a good stay for the price. Stayed one night after leaving the airport. The area isn’t the best but the property is gated. ##### Terrica Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jean Pierre 12 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness . ##### Jean Pierre Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jessy Lee 27 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness . ##### Jessy Lee Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Muhammad 17 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Nice stay Hotel was okay . Stayed for 1 night only. ##### Muhammad Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abdur 14 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Vote of excellence Staff was welcoming. Place was exceptionally clean situated in a central area close to restaurants. ##### Abdur Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pauline 11 Aug 2025 ##### Pauline Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Duanne 6 Aug 2025 ##### Duanne Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gugulethu 4 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort ##### Gugulethu Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tammy 27 Jun 2025 ##### Tammy Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Brian 10 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Brian Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean 12 May 2025 ##### Sean Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 10 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean 10 Jan 2025 ##### Jean Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linganisile Landiwe 7 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Linganisile Landiwe Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linganisile Landiwe 6 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Linganisile Landiwe Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Gugu 27 Nov 2023 ##### Gugu Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Hope 25 Sept 2023 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Hope Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Zinhle 13 Dec 2022 Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Zinhle Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Travel 10 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Travel Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Thembelihle 28 Feb 2021 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Thembelihle Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Hans 10 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Exceptionally clean and very good value for money ##### Hans Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 24 Sept 2020 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020 ---