Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani
4-star Hotel with Snorkelling
63 Snell Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
+27 313 621 300based on 1,653 reviews
per night
About Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, Durban
Rooms
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
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 does Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani compare to other 4-star hotels in Durban?
There is a €74/night difference in the average price of 4-star hotels in Durban (€146/night) and the average nightly rate at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani (€72/night).
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?
If you intend to hire a car to travel from Durban King Shaka Intl to the hotel, you will have peace of mind knowing that Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani offers parking on site. Car hire in the area typically go for €11/day for a base model hire. 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?
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?
You can reach the main line at +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?
The average price for a night at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani found recently is €85 and can go as low as €72/night. Please note that rates may be impacted by travel dates, room type, and availability. To see current deals, enter your dates in the form above.
Is there laundry service in Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?
Yes, laundry services are accessible for guests staying at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, Durban. You can leave your travel iron at home and use the irons provided at the accommodation.
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Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani location: 63 Snell Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal