Title: Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani 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) # Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Beachfront relaxation awaits with poolside cocktails and rejuvenating spa treatments at this upscale Durban hotel with multiple swimming options ## Photo gallery for Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani ![Body treatments, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, Thai massages - Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani (Durban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21739/8c804db1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Superior Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace - Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani (Durban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21739/w3835h2401x0y0-841f1840.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani (Durban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21739/a939ceb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Meeting facility - Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani (Durban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21739/f4fa6e78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 outdoor pools - Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani (Durban)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21739/67887973.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani on Durban Beachfront offers three outdoor pools, including a kids' pool, and a poolside bar. Enjoy meals at four international restaurants or book a hot stone massage at the spa. In-room WiFi keeps guests connected. ## Reviews 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Spa - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Parking available ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 30 - Dec 31](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=21739&PinnedHotelID=21739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=21739&PinnedHotelID=21739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 31 - Jan 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-31&endDate=2026-01-01&selected=21739&PinnedHotelID=21739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-31&endDate=2026-01-01&selected=21739&PinnedHotelID=21739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 2 - Jan 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=21739&PinnedHotelID=21739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=21739&PinnedHotelID=21739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 9 - Jan 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=21739&PinnedHotelID=21739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=21739&PinnedHotelID=21739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 13 of 13 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Room ![Standard Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21739/3ab6bf80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Designer toiletries Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Coffee/tea maker - 215 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Superior Room ![Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21739/8f605cdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room 8.0 Very good 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Designer toiletries Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Coffee/tea maker - 215 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Executive Premium ![Executive Premium | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21739/995a1c3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Premium ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Bathrobes Private bathroom Designer toiletries Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead - 2153 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Suite ![Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21739/63f36529.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Separate bedroom Hairdryer Bathrobes Private bathroom - 2153 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room ![Standard Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21739/bdbb1d78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room 7.4 Good 3 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Designer toiletries Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Coffee/tea maker - 215 sq ft - Partial sea view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Superior Twin Room ![Superior Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21739/349ba78c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Designer toiletries Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Coffee/tea maker - 215 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Executive Room ![Executive Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21739/1350df57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Designer toiletries Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Coffee/tea maker - 215 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### Superior Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Designer toiletries Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead Coffee/tea maker - 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Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a massage or a body treatment at the on-site spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and international cuisine. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and 3 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool - Self-parking (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and luggage storage - Concierge services, a lift and 10 meeting rooms - Tour/ticket information, beach towels and multilingual staff Room features All 734 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries - 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels - Daily housekeeping, desks and phones ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37650000/37644700/37644692/183f7943.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Come feel the warmth and sunshine of Durban in our Modern beach Apartments Durban Point - Parking available £1,736 includes taxes & fees 31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-31&endDate=2026-01-01&selected=37644692&PinnedHotelID=37644692&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Ocean View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/540000/534000/533916/83894964.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Edward Hotel Durban Beachfront - Pool - Spa - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 7.8 Good 222 reviews £66 includes taxes & fees 12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=533916&PinnedHotelID=533916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10554/9b6f3cbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gooderson Tropicana Hotel Durban Beachfront - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available 7.2 Good 155 reviews £88 includes taxes & fees 12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=10554&PinnedHotelID=10554&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun deck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4400000/4394100/4394100/063364c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### aha Gateway Hotel Umhlanga - Pool - Kids’ pool - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 310 reviews £66 includes taxes & fees 16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=4394100&PinnedHotelID=4394100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2810000/2806400/2806328/2e6bd4ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Garden Court South Beach Durban Beachfront - Spa - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Gym [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=2806328&PinnedHotelID=2806328&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22160000/22156000/22155916/4bae67d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Andaluz Boutique Hotel Essenwood - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 5.4 3 reviews £61 includes taxes & fees 7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=22155916&PinnedHotelID=22155916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31710600/31710547/a3532791.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean Vista Boutique Guest House Umhlanga - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.8 Exceptional 50 reviews £103 includes taxes & fees 8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=31710547&PinnedHotelID=31710547&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Daily buffet breakfast (ZAR 295 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96850000/96841100/96841001/7d17a74e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastlands Skye Hotel Umhlanga - Spa - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 8.8 Excellent 6 reviews £91 includes taxes & fees 11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=96841001&PinnedHotelID=96841001&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Couples treatment room(s), body treatments, aromatherapy, body wraps](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5510000/5506200/5506129/563d0b62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastlands Musgrave Hotel Musgrave - Pool - Spa - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 7.6 Good 158 reviews £95 includes taxes & fees 14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=5506129&PinnedHotelID=5506129&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3020000/3015100/3015058/9fd27567.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge Umhlanga - Pool - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 8.6 Excellent 375 reviews £76 includes taxes & fees 25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-25&endDate=2026-01-26&selected=3015058&PinnedHotelID=3015058&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Parking on site (ZAR 50 per day) - Limited on-site self parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - 3 bars/lounges - 4 restaurants - A coffee shop/cafe - A poolside bar - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Grill Jichana - Lingela Restaurant - Ocean Breeze - Panorama Bar & Pool Deck ### Things to do - 3 outdoor pools - Children's pool - Full-service spa ### Family friendly - 3 outdoor pools - Children's pool - Laundry facilities - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Gift shop/newsstand - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - 10 meeting rooms - Business centre - Conference centre ### Outdoors - Beach towels - On the waterfront - Terrace ### Full-service spa - Deep-tissue massages - Facials - Hot stone massages - Manicures/pedicures - Spa open daily - Thai massages ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - Lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible business centre - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchair-accessible spa ### More - Banquet hall - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Minibar - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 595 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3) - Self-parking fee: ZAR 50 per day - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector 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 Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM ### National rating Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation. ### Property is also known as Elangeni Elangeni Southern Sun Elangeni Sun Southern Sun Elangeni Southern Sun Elangeni Hotel Sun Elangeni Sun Elangeni Hotel Elangeni Hotel Durban Southern Sun Elangeni Durban Southern Sun Elangeni Hotel Durban Southern Sun Elangeni Maharani Hotel Durban Southern Sun Elangeni Maharani Hotel Southern Sun Elangeni Maharani Durban Southern Sun Elangeni Maharani Southern Sun Elangeni Maharani Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Hotel Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Durban Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Hotel Durban ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani have a pool? ### Is Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani? ### What time is check-in at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani? ### What time is check-out at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani? ### Does Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani 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 ### 8.0 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 8.2 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 89 8 - Good 70 6 - Okay 30 4 - Poor 15 2 - Terrible 7 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isam 27 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The location is great The staff were friendly Amenities were not so much but ok Breakfast was great ##### Isam Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zanele 29 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Everything was excellent ![What a magnificent view](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1BA5446C8B5E4CFE072E9DE9F8D5BD43294014D51669703723731.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8236A852FC7E325CA29D324BDEA25FD152CBA2C11669703723715.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Zanele Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Nolusindiso 13 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The service was very good but on the last day I had to go at Maharani for the breakfast because at Elangeni it was already full for me its not fair because the breakfast at Maharani is not appertising and the Elangeni breakfast was very nice. ##### Nolusindiso Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Mrs M 3 Sept 2022 Cleanliness, especially of bathrooms could be improved. The hotel was a bit overwhelmed with the large numbers of guests due to the Comrades Marathon so breakfasts were chaotic. Service was also impacted by this ##### Mrs M Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022 ### 4/10 Poor #### Alasdair 25 Aug 2022 Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities The property used to be a flagship , but there is a dramatic decline in the immediate area and this is reflected in the hotel as well. For a premium brand such as Southern Sun International , it was very disappointing. The roo was clean , but the inofrfmation folder and in house dinning was not there. Until it was reqiested from receptoion. And then it was a flimsy printed paper, as if on a cost cutting excesise. My suggestion would be to go north and stay in the next city north of here and enjoy the environment as well as the hotels, far safer and the view is still the same of the ocean and beaches. With dinning around that is available by car or within walking distance, with out fear of being accosted/mugged/or car jacked. The picture indicated , shows an impressive hotel, but the façade and the building its self is no way representative of what is shown on the main page picture. ##### Alasdair Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Glisson 23 Jun 2022 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Had a nasty experience where a staff member embarrassed me to the point that i packed my bags and asked for a refund. The hotel manager stepped in quickly and apologised, upgraded my room with goodies and daily checked up on me. Damage was done but its how places respond when they mess up that counts for me. Even though it started off terrible it ended off quite nice. I will actually go back to the hotel again. beautiful views of the shoreline. ##### Glisson Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cecilie 20 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Spectacular! A great hotel with a fabulous view and good food! ##### Cecilie Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### John 10 Mar 2022 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort #### Convinient and good stay Great experience, air-conditioning in my room was exceptionally noisy, like broken and they simply just upgraded me and moved me to a different room. Friendly and nice staff. Location was good. ##### John Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Taiwo 5 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Property is dated. A/C was almost non existence. Made the stay horrible on hot summers day ##### Taiwo Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Haroon 20 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 2021 Holiday Myself and my family enjoyed the stay and the wonderful breakfast. ##### Haroon Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Angela 17 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very functional hotel with great views and lovely staff. The room was a bit old and our air con didnt work at first although they did fix that after a couple of requests. ##### Angela Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle 23 Dec 2021 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort Room was great. The bathroom definitely needs an update. ##### Michelle Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Velaphi 19 Dec 2021 Liked: Staff & service The carpet seem too old, it is stuffy stinking. Staff attitude was very good though. ##### Velaphi Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Aaliyah 15 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great Service from Smash The receptionist at Elangeni was helpful however when I wanted to pay she said i should pay at Maharani as i requested a room there. I had to follow another queue at Maharani just to make payment. Smash was exceptionally helpful to speed up my process as needed to get ready for a wedding. She ensured an iron was also sent up immediately for me. Thanks Smash great customer service ##### Aaliyah Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Noxolo 11 Aug 2021 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### I was really dissatisfied The hotel needs renovations I mean major renovations I actually hated every minute spent there the lighting was really awful side lights are soooo ugly...the bathroom was really awful and uncomfortable never mind the wardrobe ...Jesus Christ I will never refer anyone to Southern Sun hotel the carpets are really dirty..... ##### Noxolo Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Gerald 8 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Overated This hotel is old, desperately needs maintenance. Windows that don’t seal and the soothing sound of the wind whistling while you’re trying to sleep. ##### Gerald Stayed 2 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin 26 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Amazing stay but parking a big issue ##### Kevin Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Felicia 9 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Welcoming,amazingly neat and peaceful to relax in. I had a wonderful stay. It was peacefully as i wished. Everything i expected and more. The front desk was even more welcoming. Unfortunately i needed to have an experience of their restaurant but it was too full to accommodate me. ##### Felicia Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020 ### 4/10 Poor #### moaaz 25 Sept 2020 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Terrible stay Stay was terrible. The hotel needs a revamp. Leaking toilets. Smells like crap. Way over prices for what you getting. Only good thing was the breakfast ##### moaaz Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachael 23 Apr 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent food, location, staff !!! If your staying in Durban for any reason, this place is lovely. It’s right in the beach, has a private car park and a great steak house. The concierge Garika is amazing. If she lived in England I’d happily give her a job. Fantastic member of staff. ##### Rachael Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 13 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service too many room for cleaning riom on time is not execute generally is acceptable of maintenance but hotel too much aged ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Bitha 7 Mar 2020 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Freindly staff. Great location and seaview was amazing ##### Bitha Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jashika 2 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Weekend escape What an amazing stay at the Maharani Tower. Service on point. Staff incredibly attentive. Gastronomic affair. Just what we needed as a family to unwind for a weekend. #sho'tleft ##### Jashika Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 25 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Value for money, room was larger than normal with sea view ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 18 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Recommended Wonderful friendly staff and quiet, clean room with a view of the beach. 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