Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

4-star Hotel with Snorkelling

4 stars

63 Snell Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

+27 313 621 300
8.0
Very Good

based on 1,557 reviews

$115
Rate

per night

About Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, Durban

Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.0
Services
8.1
Staff
8.5
Value for money
8.0
Boasting a heated pool and a sauna, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is located in Durban and offers modern accommodation. It provides 4-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms. A wide range of personalised services are available for guests of Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, like 24-hour room service, babysitting/child services and an express check-in and check-out feature. Staff are available 24 hours a day and can assist with booking tours and tickets. Also available to guests are a coffee bar, an airport shuttle and bicycle rental. There are 734 rooms at the hotel, each offering all the essentials to ensure a comfortable stay. Each one comes with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as a private en suite. Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani's restaurants, Daruma and Grill Jichana, serve guests dinner nightly. Light meals and snacks are available at Ocean Breeze, and for those looking for something more substantial, Lingela specialises in international dishes. For guests with day trips planned, the hotel offers packed lunches on request. Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is close to the area's well-known tourist attractions, including International Convention Centre Durban, Kingsmead Cricket Ground and Golden Mile, which are a short walk away. UShaka Marine World and the Durban Botanic Gardens are in close proximity to the property.

Rooms

Tue 12/11
Wed 13/11
Standard Room
bed type unknown
1 queen bed
bed type unknown
Executive room
bed type unknown
bed type unknown
Luxury Room
bed type unknown
Double room
2 double beds
2 double beds
2 double beds
Superior room
bed type unknown
bed type unknown
2 double beds
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Snorkelling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beachfront
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Smoking rooms available
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Walk-in shower

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Beauty salon
  • Windsurfing

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool with a view
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Rooftop pool
  • Massage
  • Pool bar
  • Sauna

General

  • Family rooms
  • Storage available
  • Beachfront
  • Sea view
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Trouser press
  • Iron and ironing board

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Health and safety

  • Safe

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews

8.0
Very GoodBased on 1,557 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • "Friendly staff, breakfast Excellent." (in 177 reviews)
  • Bed extra comfy The pool area comfy The dining area perfect. (in 8 reviews)
  • location and view is stunning. (in 85 reviews)
Cons -
  • The hotel is pretty dated and not what you'd expect from Southern Sun. (in 1 review)
  • Car Parking a disaster (in 25 reviews)
  • Worst hotel (in 48 reviews)


Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How far is Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani from Durban King Shaka Intl?

    Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is 27.8 km away from Durban King Shaka Intl. You can typically expect your drive time from Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani to Durban King Shaka Intl to be 51min. It might be worth looking up traffic trends near your hotel if you are worried about saving time.

  • What is the best way to get to Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani from Durban King Shaka Intl?

    Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani has parking available on site for customers of the hotel. With that in mind, the most efficient way not only to get from Durban King Shaka Intl to the hotel, but also to get around Durban during your stay may be to hire a car. Car hire in Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani are on average $17/day. Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani. The nearest airport to the hotel is Durban King Shaka Intl.

  • Are there food options at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?

    Yes, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani does have a restaurant where you can sit down to eat or order something to take away. There are also many other quality food options in Durban for those looking for something different. One of the easiest dining options for Durban guests staying in Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is to order room service, which is available to all hotel guests.

  • Does Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani have a pool?

    Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani does have a pool on site that hotel guests may use. Be advised that hotels typically have rules associated with pool usage. momondo would advise you to check with the front desk before taking a swim.

  • What is the phone number for Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?

    Is Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani pet-friendly?

  • Does Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • Is there a gym or fitness centre available to guests at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?

    Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani does have a gym on site that is available to hotel guests. Some hotel gyms may not have 24-hour access, so it is best to ask a front desk clerk for fitness centre hours.

  • What time is check-out for Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?

    You can plan to arrive after 14:00 for checking in. Check-out time is 11:00. We advise notifying the front desk of any requests as early as possible.

  • How much is a room at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?

    The cheapest deals found start from only $119 per night. The average rate for rooms at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is currently around $164/night. Enter your dates in the form above to see more.

  • Is there laundry service in Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?

    Yes, there is. Reach out to Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, Durban for more details on all available laundry services. Irons and ironing boards are included as featured amenities.

  • How many operators does momondo search for hotels in Durban?

  • When did momondo last update prices for hotels in Durban?

    Prices for hotels in Durban refresh daily.


Places of interest near Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

Attractions in Durban, South Africa curated by momondo

Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani location: 63 Snell Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

Top landmarks

Battery Beach0.8 km
Dairy Beach0.9 km
Exhibition Centre1.1 km
South Beach1.1 km
Kwa Muhle Museum1.2 km
Addington Beach1.9 km

momondo’s favourite Durban hotels

Belaire Suites Hotel

151 Snell Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

8.9
4 stars

$76

Beverly Hills

54 Lighthouse Road, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

8.6
5 stars

$373

Pavilion Hotel Durban

15 K East Masinga Road, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

7.6
3 stars

$56

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga

2 Ncondo Place, Crn Ncondo Place &, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

8.4
3 stars

$100

Blue Waters Hotel

175 Snell Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

8.2
4 stars

$91

Royal Palm Hotel

8 Palm Boulevard, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

8.1
4 stars

$95


Save money when you book hotels with momondo
Best deals on hotels
Best deals on hotels
See deals from 3M+ hotels and accommodations in one place.
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Use our filter to find stays with free cancellation.
Millions of reviews
Millions of reviews
Check ratings based on millions of real guest reviews.
Price Alerts
Price Alerts
Not ready to book? to track prices.

An easier way to manage your Durban trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.
Tue 12/11
Wed 13/11
Email me momondo's favourite deals

Find better results for your stay in Durban