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

₹ 6,376
Rate

per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
₹ 6,376
Superior room
₹ 8,330
Double room
₹ 8,882

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
Superior room
bed type unknown
bed type unknown
2 double beds
Double room
2 double beds
2 double beds
2 double beds
Luxury Room
bed type unknown
Executive room
bed type unknown
bed type unknown
Standard Room
bed type unknown
1 queen bed
bed type unknown
*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?

    Driving distance from Durban King Shaka Intl to Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani and vice versa is 27.8 km and the overall drive time is about 51min. Driving time can vary based on the time of day and traffic.

  • 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 to not only get from Durban King Shaka Intl to the hotel, but also around Durban during your stay may be renting a car. Car rentals in Durban are on average ₹ 1,339/day. A very popular option for travellers staying at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani would be to take a taxi or ridesharing service from Durban King Shaka Intl directly to the hotel.

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

    Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani does have a restaurant on site that guests and non-guests can use. Ask the front desk for kitchen hours or call Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani at +27 313 621 300. Guests staying at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani are welcomed by hotel staff to order room service directly from the kitchen to their room.

  • Does Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani have a pool?

    Yes. Many momondo users travelling to Durban specifically look for hotels with a pool. Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani may have rules and guidelines for using the pool, so be sure to ask the front desk about things like pool hours.

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

    For assistance from an employee at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani please call +27 313 621 300.

  • 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?

    There is a hotel gym accessible to guests staying at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani. Most hotel gyms are not 24-hours, so be sure to ask the front desk for gym hours and availability.

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

    Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani check-out time is 11:00. Late check-out may be available upon request at the reception desk.

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

    ₹ 9,095/night is a good average price right now, and some users have even reported deals that start from only ₹ 6,628/night. However, prices can change based on the time of year you’re booking, the type of room you prefer, etc. Fill in the form above to get deals for your trip.

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

    Yes, you can take care of all your laundry needs with the on-premise services at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, Durban. Need to straighten out your clothes? The accommodation features an ironing board and an iron.

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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

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