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8.2

19,611 reviews

Blue Waters Hotel

Blue Waters Hotel

175 Snell Parade, Marine Parade, Durban, 4056, South Africa

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+1-833-728-2041

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Casino

Restaurant

Beachfront

Indoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Room service

Beach

Blue Waters Hotel

Welcome to the Blue Waters Hotel, your cheerful oasis nestled along the stunning coastline of Durban, South Africa! Just 1.3mi from the vibrant city center at 175 Snell Parade, Marine Parade, this 4-star gem offers the perfect blend of relaxation and excitement. With prices starting from an unbelievably low $42, your wallet will thank you while you soak up the beautiful beachfront views and breathe in the fresh ocean air.

At Blue Waters, there’s never a dull moment! Whether you’re lounging by one of our free pools, feeling the sand between your toes on the beach, or indulging in a delicious breakfast from our kid-friendly buffet, adventure and comfort await at every turn. Feeling adventurous? Dive into the ocean with some snorkeling or hit a few rounds at the nearby golf course (extra charges apply). And if relaxation is what you seek, unwind in the sauna or pamper yourself with room service while enjoying live music performances—all on-site!

Don’t just take our word for it; with an impressive 19,611 reviews, our guests can’t stop raving about their experience at Blue Waters. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, a lovely patio, and a vibrant terrace while the kids have a blast at our playground or join in on kid-friendly meals. With our welcoming 24-hour front desk and a plethora of amenities including a business center and meeting facilities, we cater to all your needs. Come experience the charm and adventure of the Blue Waters Hotel, where the sunshine never fades!

Speaking of sun-soaked fun, there’s no better way to make a splash than by lounging beside our stunning rooftop infinity pool! With breathtaking views of the azure ocean, this is the ultimate spot for sun-worshippers looking to unwind with a cocktail in hand—or perhaps dive in for a refreshing dip. Feeling a little adventurous? Take a turn at the adults-only heated indoor pool, where you can lap swim to your heart’s content. Whether you're soaking in the sun's natural rays or hiding out from the heat, our pools are the perfect escape for some well-deserved relaxation.

When it comes to dining, let our on-site restaurant, Versailles, tantalize your taste buds! With a delightful mix of traditional and modern cuisine, you'll be treated to an international menu that reflects the very essence of South Africa’s culinary culture. Picture yourself enjoying a meal with friends or family, surrounded by a warm ambiance that enhances every delectable bite. The restaurant proudly caters to every palate, ensuring no one leaves unsatisfied. Plus, keep an ear out for live music performances that will add a touch of rhythm to your dining experience, making each meal memorable!

And guess what? The adventure doesn’t stop when the sun sets! The Blue Waters Hotel hosts a wealth of on-site activities that make evenings just as enticing. Take a stroll through our vibrant terrace, where evenings are filled with laughter and good spirits. If you fancy a quiet night, indulge in room service while gazing out at the shimmering sea. With our fantastic 24-hour front desk to assist with any needs or queries, all you have to do is relax and enjoy your time here. So, whether it’s splashing in the pools, curling up for a gourmet meal, or immersing yourself in the local ambiance, Blue Waters is the gateway to an unforgettable holiday experience!

Closest airports

Virginia Aerodrome

5mi

King Shaka International Airport

16.5mi

Pieter Maritzburg

40.4mi

Most popular amenities

Casino

Restaurant

Beachfront

Indoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Room service

Beach

Sauna

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Tour desk

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Beach chairs/Loungers

Landmark view

Patio

Elevator

Racquetball

Playground

Garden

View

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Balcony

Rooms

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Deluxe, 2 Twin, Sea View

1 Twin Bed

375 sqft

Wheelchair accessible

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DELUXE TWIN SEA FACING is 377 square feet and includes 2 single beds 80-130 width and is Wheelchair-accessible.

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Deluxe North, Queen

1 Queen Size Bed

270 sqft

Wheelchair accessible

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x4

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DELUXE NORTH FACING FAMILY PLAN is 269 square feet and includes a queen-size bed 150-154 width and is Wheelchair-accessible.

Deluxe King or Twin Room - North Sea Facing in Blue Waters Hotel

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Deluxe North, King, Sea View

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

365 sqft

Landmark view

City view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

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Indulge in a spacious 366 sqft Deluxe King or Twin room with an ocean and landmark view. Perfect for 2 adults and 1 child, offering a balcony, air conditioning, and free toiletries.

Deluxe Executive Family Suite - Front Sea Facing in Blue Waters Hotel

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Deluxe Executive Family Suite, Sea View

2 Twin Beds

1 King Size Bed

4 Twin Beds

730 sqft

Landmark view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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Indulge in the luxurious 732 sqft Deluxe Executive Family Suite with a captivating front sea view, accommodating 4 adults and 3 children with comfortable bedding options, air conditioning, and a private balcony for a perfect family retreat by the sea.

Deluxe Family Room - Disability Access - North Sea Facing in Blue Waters Hotel

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Deluxe Family North, Accessible, Sea View

2 Twin Beds

1 King Size Bed

4 Twin Beds

570 sqft

Landmark view

City view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

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Our Deluxe Family Room offers 570 sqft of space with a beautiful North Sea view, accommodating 4 adults and 1 child in a mix of twin and king size beds, with disabled access. It features air conditioning, a private balcony, and free toiletries for your comfort and convenience.

Deluxe Family Room - North Sea Facing in Blue Waters Hotel

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Deluxe Family North, Sea View

2 Twin Beds

1 King Size Bed

4 Twin Beds

570 sqft

Landmark view

City view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

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Experience stunning ocean and landmark views from our spacious Deluxe Family Room, featuring 6 twin beds, 1 king bed, air conditioning, balcony, and a private bathroom. The 570 sqft room accommodates 4 adults and 3 children, making it perfect for a family getaway.

Deluxe King or Twin Room - Front Sea Facing in Blue Waters Hotel

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Deluxe, King, Sea View

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

Patio

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Experience luxury and stunning ocean views in our Deluxe King or Twin Room, perfect for 2 adults and 1 child. With a spacious 344 sqft room, air conditioning, and a private balcony, enjoy the comfort of a king size bed or 2 twin beds.

Deluxe Twin Room - Front Sea Facing in Blue Waters Hotel

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Deluxe, King/Twin, Sea View

2 Twin Beds

1 King Size Bed

365 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

Patio

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Experience the stunning view of the ocean from our Deluxe Twin Room, featuring an airy balcony and 366 sqft of space for a comfortable stay, suitable for 2 adults and 1 child.

Deluxe Quadruple Room - Front Sea Facing in Blue Waters Hotel

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Deluxe, 4 Twin, Sea View

2 Twin Beds

1 King Size Bed

4 Twin Beds

390 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

Patio

x3

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x3

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Experience luxury at its best in our spacious Deluxe Quadruple Room with a stunning front sea view. Enjoy a comfortable stay with 6 twin beds and 1 king size bed, along with a balcony and free toiletries.

Deluxe Quadruple Room - North Sea Facing in Blue Waters Hotel

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Deluxe North, 4 Twin, Sea View

2 Twin Beds

1 King Size Bed

4 Twin Beds

390 sqft

Landmark view

City view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

x4

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x3

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Experience a spacious 388 sqft Deluxe Quadruple Room with breathtaking views of the North Sea, featuring 6 twin beds, 1 king size bed, air conditioning, and a private balcony. Perfect for 4 adults and 3 children.

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Deluxe, Queen, Single Use

1 Queen Size Bed

375 sqft

x4

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x3

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Deluxe single use is 377 square feet and includes a queen-size bed 150-154 width.

Executive

1 Queen Size Bed

465 sqft

Wheelchair accessible

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More details

Double executive is 463 square feet and includes a queen-size bed 150-154 width and is Wheelchair-accessible.

Guest reviews

8.2

19,611 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Ntlobo

8.2

January 2024

The rooftop pool was had warm water ,loved it .Also pools clean at all times. The versallies restaurant was amazing A star service even when the hotel has many clients . The stay was really really amazing . Oh always had warm showers and slept in a clean bed . Thank you for the sweets 😂😂

That it’s responsibly cashless so please include that on the booking website ,so we are well informed. Atleast at the reception speak English not all of us understand Zulu and it’s soo consistently spoken at the hotel by everyone who provides service.

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Kagiso

8.2

January 2023

The stay more or being resembles a feeling of home away from home. Comfortable and safe for the kids.

The reception we received from the Indian lady at the front desk was disgusting. She was not clued up with the system and then blamed that on me. Dispite having paid over R 13 000 in advance I would only be allocated a room at 16:15. Instead of apologizing for the mess she handed me over to a Black staffer who tried to apologize on behalf of her colleague. I had to compromise my bank details to staff in trying to prove that i have actually made the payment. Totally unacceptable. You can tell that staff turnover is high at this establishment because every year you see new faces and this compromises quality of service.. Maybe it's high time i try other establishments that value the fact that we paying our hard earned money for a service.

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Sibabalwe

9.1

October 2023

Everything except 1 I love that they can keep the luggage in for you before n after check in💯 I must come back for more days

I called asking for iron, he said I must come collect it at the reception ☹️☹️☹️ I went to collect it, when I arrive at the reception he's telling me about the 4th floor ironing place or R200 to take one to my room ☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️ why didn't he say all that over the phone to make 1 trip down to reception? 😡 I advise that if one call requesting an iron mention all the options, if the person choose paying just send a person to bring the iron to the room and collect the cash or the guest will collect it knowing very well that R200 is expected

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Tanya

8.2

May 2023

I liked the view, the room, the friendly people and delicious food.

I asked for a king bed. it was awkward sleeping on two single beds with my partner.

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Tebello

8.2

October 2022

The buffet was amazing! Staff is really friendly, service amazing. Location couldn't be better. The views from the rooms and pool area - wow!

The food we ordered from room service, however, was really terrible! Steak tasted like rubber; chicken overcooked and somehow all the veges turned out brown. Their buffet kitchen is incredible though for both breakfast and dinner so I think they have two kitchens and one of them sucks hard so whatever you do DON'T ORDER ROOM SERVICE! You'll love everything else though.

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Nicolette

9.1

January 2024

My stay was fantastic , the staff they were so friendly .When u get out of ur car 1 of the staff will come and help u with your bags. On your arrival u get refreshments and when u book in its like 1 2 3 done . The staff well dress the place is very neat I love it will surely go back Thank you very much for your service outstanding

I have no dislike

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Nonhlanhla

8.2

November 2022

The food was excellent especially the breakfast, the waiters were very friendly

We had to wait for 2 days to get an inside parking for our car. Sometimes complimentary amenities were not replenished, and I would suggest a comforter/duvet for bedding rather than blanket.

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Kotzé

8.2

April 2023

The stay was very good

The fact that the hotel guests have to pay extra for undercover parking.

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Jaco

8.2

October 2022

The room had a great view and was easy accessible for the 70.3. Breakfast was good. Under cover parking was welcome in the times we live.

It was sometime noisy and the lifts were hardly ever available. Luckaly we were on the 3rd floor so could use the stairs.

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Tsholofelo

8.2

October 2022

I like everything about my stay blue waters never disappoints, this was my second stay and i tell you what' I will never change my location whenever I visit Durban

Nothing at all! Suggestion is to maybe have microwaves in the rooms

Points of Interest Around Blue Waters Hotel

Attractions

Durban Golden Mile

0.7mi

Moses Mabhida Stadium

0.9mi

Kwa Muhle Museum

1.1mi

Durban City Hall

1.2mi

Durban Playhouse Company

1.5mi

Durban Indian Quarter

1.5mi

Juma Mosque (Juma Masjid)

1.6mi

Victoria Street Market

1.7mi

Durban Botanic Gardens

1.9mi

Ushaka Marine World

2mi

Umgeni River Bird Park

2.4mi

Phansi Museum

3.6mi

Valley of a Thousand Hills

19.1mi

Restaurants

Versailles

Cuisines

  • International

Ambiances

  • Traditional
  • Modern

Pools

Location

  • Indoor

Features

  • Heated
  • Infinity
  • Rooftop
  • With view

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Heated
  • Infinity
  • Rooftop
  • With view

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Blue Waters Hotel

Casino

Restaurant

Beachfront

Indoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Room service

Beach

Sauna

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Tour desk

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Beach chairs/Loungers

Landmark view

Patio

Elevator

Racquetball

Playground

Garden

View

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Balcony

Stay rules - Blue Waters Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property