Title: Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 Beach fun in 3 outdoor pools, near Durban Beach ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21739/9d19bdfb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21739/f4fa6e78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21739/a939ceb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 outdoor pools](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21739/67887973.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Body treatments, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, Thai massages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21739/8c804db1.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. 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Parking available - 24/7 front desk - Spa - Room service - Pool ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 17 - Sept 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=21739&PinnedHotelID=21739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-17&endDate=2025-09-18&selected=21739&PinnedHotelID=21739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 18 - Sept 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-18&endDate=2025-09-19&selected=21739&PinnedHotelID=21739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-18&endDate=2025-09-19&selected=21739&PinnedHotelID=21739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=21739&PinnedHotelID=21739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=21739&PinnedHotelID=21739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=21739&PinnedHotelID=21739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=21739&PinnedHotelID=21739&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![Standard Double or 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 Double or Twin Room 7.4 Good 3 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Designer toiletries Rainfall showerhead - 215 sq ft - Partial sea view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![Superior Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21739/c2b02226.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Designer toiletries Rainfall showerhead - 215 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![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 Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Separate bedroom Hairdryer Rainfall showerhead - 2153 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![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 Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Designer toiletries Rainfall showerhead - 215 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![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 Connecting rooms available Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Bathrobes Designer toiletries - 2153 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![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 Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Designer toiletries Rainfall showerhead - 215 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Executive Double 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 Double Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Designer toiletries Rainfall showerhead - 215 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![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-Southern-Sun-Elangeni-Maharani.h21739.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDurban-Hotels-Southern-Sun-Elangeni-Maharani.h21739.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Durban Beachfront, a neighbourhood in Durban, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is in the entertainment district and on the waterfront. UShaka Marine World is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Durban Beach and Umhlanga Rocks Beach. Mini Town and Durban Funworld 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-29.84641%2C31.03464&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NWAXiFdNH4P1S-5JFTlbjPxlvZw=) 63 Snell Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4000 ### What's nearby - Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Durban Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Durban International Convention Centre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Moses Mabhida Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles - uShaka Marine World - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles ### Getting around - Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 29 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Joe Cool's - ‬7 min walk - ‪Circus Circus - ‬7 min walk - ‪Café Jiran - ‬7 min walk - ‪Milky Lane - ‬5 min walk - ‪Hollywoodbets Bunny Bar at Kingsmead - ‬14 min walk ## About this property ### Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Upscale hotel near Durban Beach Take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani. Treat yourself to a facial, 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 a banquet hall - A 24-hour front desk, a lift and a front desk safe - Beach towels, luggage storage and concierge services 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 ## 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) - 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 - Connecting rooms available - 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 ### 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 The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation ### 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? > Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. ### Is Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani? > Self-parking is available for ZAR 50 per day. ### What time is check-in at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). ### What time is check-out at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani? > Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee. ### Does Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 595 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani located? > Located in Durban Beachfront, this beach hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Mini Town and Durban Beach. Blue Lagoon and Golden Mile are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? 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