Title: Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG 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) # Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG Relax by the ocean and soak up warm hospitality at this seaside hotel. Enjoy meals on your terms with luggage storage for extended stays. ## Photo gallery for Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG ![Exterior - Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG (Umhlanga)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/852babe6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Buffet - Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG (Umhlanga)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/93650149.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG (Umhlanga)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/31aa103b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG (Umhlanga)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/96ba8feb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG (Umhlanga)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/30438ecc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga, an IHG Hotel, is a coastal gem where the ocean meets warm hospitality. Start your day with a free breakfast buffet and unwind by the outdoor pool or explore the garden. With in-room WiFi, dry cleaning services, and helpful staff who receive top marks from guests. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Gym - Parking available £63 includes taxes & fees 26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026 ## 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=3598943&PinnedHotelID=3598943&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=3598943&PinnedHotelID=3598943&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=3598943&PinnedHotelID=3598943&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-31&endDate=2026-01-01&selected=3598943&PinnedHotelID=3598943&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 2 - 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246 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Smoking, Ocean View ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/c79e4592.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Smoking, Ocean View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - 246 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Ocean View ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/8c10253e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Ocean View ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - 232 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Smoking, Ocean View ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/9245797a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Smoking, Ocean View ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - 232 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/d8bfc344.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Ocean View ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/c79e4592.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Ocean View ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom - Ocean view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Smoking ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/d8bfc344.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Smoking ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Balcony, Ocean View ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/9245797a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Balcony, Ocean View 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Balcony ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/751d48d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Balcony 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Smoking, Balcony ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/788441e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Smoking, Balcony ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Smoking, Ocean View (Balcony) ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/751d48d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Smoking, Ocean View (Balcony) ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/ebcdbb01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed 8.4 Very good 6 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Sofa bed Hairdryer Private bathroom - 246 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Smoking ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/4e00e8ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Smoking ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Sofa bed Hairdryer Private bathroom - 246 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/9245797a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Single Beds ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - 232 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Smoking ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/67bfaac1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Smoking ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - 232 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/b70fb02e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - 246 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Single Bed ## You may also like Ad ![City view from property](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/60000000/59820000/59813400/59813354/e0db1825_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Premier Hotel Umhlanga Umhlanga - 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In addition to a bar and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool - Self-parking (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and multilingual staff - A front desk safe, a vending machine and a 24-hour front desk - A lift, a banquet hall and luggage storage - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All 234 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes. 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Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 8.2 Very good 261 reviews £61 includes taxes & fees 17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-17&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=46806&PinnedHotelID=46806&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 - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request - Parking on site (ZAR 50 per day) - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - 24-hour gym - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Business services - Business centre - Computer station - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Bathroom emergency pull cord - Front entrance ramp - Grab bar in shower - Grab bar near toilet - Lever door handles - Lift (99 centimetre wide door) - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchairs on site ### More - 8 floors - Banquet hall - Built in 2010 - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Late check-out fee: ZAR 1200.00 ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, 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 Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### 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 900 per vehicle (return, maximum occupancy 3) - Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 900 (return), (from 1 to 18 years old) - Self-parking fee: ZAR 50.00 per day - Late check-out fee: ZAR 1200.00 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; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a smoke detector This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property 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 Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms 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 No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### 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 Holiday Inn Express Durban Umhlanga Holiday Inn Express Hotel Umhlanga Durban Holiday Inn Express Umhlanga Durban Holiday Inn Express Durban Umhlanga Hotel Holiday Inn Express Durban Hotel Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlang Hotel Umhlanga Rocks Holiday Inn Express Durban ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG? ### Is Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG? ### What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG? ### What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG? ### Does Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG Reviews 8.4 ### 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) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 8.8 Eco-friendliness ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 278 8 - Good 228 6 - Okay 77 4 - Poor 23 2 - Terrible 14 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### RICHARD 18 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Had a fantastic time staying at the holiday inn rooms were very clean.Staff was more than friendly and great customer service definitely stay again ##### RICHARD Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ekow 10 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent service ##### Ekow Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elise 23 Jun 2025 It was my first time at the hotel and it exceeded my expectations. Staff were super friendly, the room was very clean and breakfast was delicious. ##### Elise Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zama-Zulu 17 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort My family and friends had a wonderful time at the holiday in. The staff was very friendly. ##### Zama-Zulu Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ANANDHAN 29 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I was very impressed by the staff during my stay at the Holiday Inn Express Durban. Each and every staff member we interacted with was super friendly and very helpful. I have stayed in many hotels previously however must say this was the best service I experienced in a longs time. Thank you for making my 2 weeks stay with my mum so welcoming ##### ANANDHAN Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashveer 10 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Amazing stay a with friendly helpful hotel staff. ##### Ashveer Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### NGONILE 9 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very attentive staff, thank you. ##### NGONILE Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mr Ashwin 19 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities very nice property, good staff ##### Mr Ashwin Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zukiswa 24 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly and smiling staff . Completely blown away with excellent servce ##### Zukiswa Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Reshma 10 Feb 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent service at the front desk! Breakfast was great. ##### Reshma Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tshepiso 30 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Pleasant stay My 2 nights were great, my family enjoyed a lot. Just breakfast on Saturday was times but it was great in all ##### Tshepiso Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda 27 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Efficient staff,rooms are cleaned thoroughly every day by hardworking staff.Thumbs up to cleaning ,cooking and admin staff ##### Linda Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ahmed 2 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### DEFINITELY A PLACE TO STAY IN DURBAN All staff very courteous , friendly and helpful. Very nice breakfast. Very clean place and surrounding . Will definetly come again. ##### Ahmed Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clyde 30 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Yes, my wife and I enjoyed the stay and staff were very friendly and helpful. will definitely recommend it to family and friends ##### Clyde Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Romy 2 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very comfortable and pleasant. The staff were extremely helpful and very good.Breakfast was really top notch. ##### Romy Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony 3 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Stayed here for four nights. Staff are friendly. Hotel is of a good standard for the price paid. Good breakfast included to ##### Anthony Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 14 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Great for short getaway or business Great spot right amongst all the hustle and bustle of Umhlanaga Ridge. Access to resturants shops spas and much more within 10min. Oceanviews ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerald 13 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The entire facility was in pristine condition. And the staff was very accommodating. ##### Gerald Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 23 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff were incredible. So friendly and welcoming ##### Michael Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Feroze 25 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort I had an exceptional stay.staff were excellent and friendly. Only glitch is the shower,very slow water coming through needs to be checked ##### Feroze Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Vusisizwe 20 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect price, perfect place, perfect for me. Love this hotel. Perfectly priced. On the edge of the precinct, so there is very little to no noise. Food is always great. Even though we were early, staff assisted with WiFi. And I worked from the pool area. Day later, sat in the bar area and watched WC rugby. Joined by three foreign gentlemen who sail boats. ##### Vusisizwe Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 11 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Anonymous Amazing,exceptional service,fresh breakfast & delicious( though sometimes there is more coffe & little to no tea. Runs out of fried eggs for the 9am breakfast while there is always plenty of boiled ones) time slot but could improve on hotel room cleanliness. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Neresha 20 Dec 2023 Disliked: Staff & service Great location Great free parking onsite or at Gateway parking Poor room cleaning service Towels need replacing-old and tired No shower cap, no sanitary bag, no shampoo and conditioner Rooms are cramped and tiny ##### Neresha Stayed 17 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zama-Zulu 5 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort My stay at Holiday inn was excellent and the staff was very friendly. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3779d21a-7ebb-4404-a1a4-1c24c54de980-1757111538388.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5bc9866a-146a-492b-b5c4-9381828e585f-1757111548858.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e1fd4b17-f986-4ce9-b05a-0a6eb429357d-1757111598407.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/baf458bb-0c70-4f63-a9f8-236f2f5bef2b-1757111598109.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Zama-Zulu Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barend 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort It was amazing. ##### Barend Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Sarandë](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sarande-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6052596-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Babysitting Services in Thailand](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Thailand-Hotel-With-Babysitting-Services.0-0-d178-thotelwithbabysittingservices.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels in Portlethen](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portlethen-Aberdeen-Hotels.0-n553248634839010996-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Zanzibari](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nungwi-Hotels-The-Zanzibari.h6446682.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Hotels in Borehamwood](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Borehamwood-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d4577-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [XO Hotels City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Amsterdam-Hotels-XO-Hotels-City-Centre.h19255020.Hotel-Information) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in La Manga del Mar Menor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Manga-Del-Mar-Menor-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6050506-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Benjamin Royal Sonesta New York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-York-Hotels-The-Benjamin.h5550.Hotel-Information) > > [Sir Alfred Munnings Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Harleston-Hotels-Sir-Alfred-Munnings-Hotel.h4810343.Hotel-Information) > > [Avani Pattaya Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pattaya-Hotels-Avani-Pattaya-Resort.h10340.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Franz Liszt Academy of Music](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Liszt-Academy-Of-Music-Hotels.0-l6062405-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Grand Mercure Khao Lak Bangsak](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takua-Pa-Hotels-Grand-Mercure-Khao-Lak-Bangsak.h55575315.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Solun](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Trieste-Hotels-Hotel-Solun.h38831117.Hotel-Information) > > [Paphiessa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paphos-Hotels-Paphiessa-Hotel.h2335682.Hotel-Information) > > [B&B Builth Wells](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Builth-Wells-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d182846-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Saracen Sands Hotel & Congress Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Isola-Delle-Femmine-Hotels-Saracen-Sands-Hotel-Congress-Centre.h3871353.Hotel-Information) > > [Hostels Glasgow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hostels.d1334-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Atlantica Eleon Grand Resort - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Zakynthos-Hotels-Atlantica-Eleon-Grand-Resort-All-Inclusive.h9553194.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [easyJet Liverpool (LPL) to St. Peter (JER) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/easyjet-from-john-lennon-to-jersey/u2/lpl/jer) > > [Flights from Stroud (GLO) to Amsterdam (AMS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/glo/ams/gloucester-to-amsterdam) > > [Flights from London (LHR) to Málaga (AGP)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/agp/london-to-malaga) > > [Flights from Luton (LTN) to Granadilla de Abona (TFS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ltn/tfs/london-to-tenerife) ### Cars ### Activities ### Packages > [Kariba Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kariba.d1747.Holidays-City-Breaks) ---