Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

4 stars
63 Snell Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Durban, South Africa
8,1
Very good
based on 1785 reviews
1 785 reviews
Tue 4/11
-
Wed 5/11
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
R1 331
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
R1 331
Superior room
R1 587
Double room
R1 704
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Overview

Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is situated in Durban and is close to the area's popular attractions. Guests have access to a heated pool and a sauna.

There are a range of facilities at the hotel that guests can enjoy, such as a coffee bar, 24-hour room service and a casino. For an easy and effortless check-in and departure experience, guests can take advantage of the express check-in/check-out facility.

The air conditioned rooms at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani are well-appointed. They each offer a flat-screen TV, an in-room safe and a private bathroom.

Cooked breakfasts are served at Daruma and Grill Jichana each morning before guests head out to explore the local area. Lunch is provided at Ocean Breeze and Lingela for those enjoying the hotel and its amenities during the day. A wide selection of cafés and restaurants can also be found in the surrounding area.

Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is within walking distance of International Convention Centre Durban, Golden Mile and Kingsmead Cricket Ground. UShaka Marine World and the Durban Botanic Gardens are a short drive from the hotel.

8,1
Very good rating
Based on 1 785 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

Tue 4/11
Wed 5/11
Standard Room
bed type unknown
R1 331
nightly with VAT
bed type unknown
R1 346
nightly with VAT
1 queen bed
R1 492
nightly with VAT
Double room
2 double beds
R1 704
nightly with VAT
Executive room
bed type unknown
R2 113
nightly with VAT
bed type unknown
R2 590
nightly with VAT
bed type unknown
R2 673
nightly with VAT
Superior room
bed type unknown
R1 587
nightly with VAT
bed type unknown
R1 751
nightly with VAT
bed type unknown
R1 820
nightly with VAT
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Amenities at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

  • 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Wi-Fi (surcharge)
  • 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

General

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

Pool and spa

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

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 of Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

8,1
Very good
1785 verified ratings
Wonderful
743
Very good
339
Good
267
Okay
125
Fair
138
Mediocre
65
Poor
108

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's stunning location and cleanliness, particularly enjoying the beautiful sea views and the quality of the breakfast. However, there were complaints about the service, with some guests experiencing issues with staff attentiveness and professionalism. Overall, the hotel offers a decent stay with great amenities but needs improvement in service.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
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8.0
Very good
Phathizwe, Aug 2022
Picking up in-room dining dishes afterwards
8.2
Very good
Paulo Jorge, May 2018
Pros (+) Cuisine
Cons (-) Internet data cap
9.1
Wonderful
Craig, Dec 2015
Pros (+) Always good.
Cons (-) Restaurants need work.

Location

63 Snell Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

What's nearby

  • North Beach0.5 km
  • Marine Parade Street0.8 km
  • Kingsmead Cricket Ground0.8 km
  • Durban International Convention Centre0.9 km
  • Golden Mile1 km
  • South Beach1.1 km
  • Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World1.1 km
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium2 km
  • Greyville Race Course2.2 km
  • Kings Park Stadium2.5 km
  • Durban Botanical Gardens2.5 km
  • uShaka Marine World2.6 km

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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.

Essential information about Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

Low season

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July
December
R1 836
R1 878
Cheapest month to stay with an average 11% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 41% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in July and May.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, plan to stay on a Friday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R1 515, while the most expensive was R2 154.
  • How long should you stay at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

  • Where is Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani located?

    Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is located at 63 Snell Parade, 1,4 km from the centre of Durban. North Beach is the closest landmark to Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani.

  • How far is Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani from the airport?

    Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is 8,7 km from Durban Virginia. Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is 27,8 km from Durban King Shaka Intl.

  • Does Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani have a pool?

    Yes, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani in Durban and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani.

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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8,2
1,4 km
Durban King Shaka Intl
27,8 km

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