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$6985 Marine Parade, Durban, 4001, South Africa
5,403 reviews
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Restaurant
Beachfront
Business center
Free wifi
Room service
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Beach
Air conditioning
Welcome to Gooderson Tropicana Hotel, your beachfront paradise in the heart of Durban! Located just 0.6mi from the city center at 85 Marine Parade, you'll find yourself surrounded by stunning ocean views and sandy shores. Whether you're lounging by the waves or taking a dip, this 3-star haven is the perfect place to unwind with an array of thrilling amenities at your fingertips. With prices starting from just $69, it's a sweet escape that won't break the bank!
Start your mornings with a delicious breakfast while you plan your day's adventures! With options like snorkeling and golf (additional charges apply), excitement awaits right outside your door. Feeling peckish? The on-site restaurant serves mouth-watering dishes, or you can enjoy convenient room service in your cozy air-conditioned room, complete with a kitchenette for those late-night cravings. Our guests rave about the vibrant atmosphere and friendly service, which has landed us an impressive 4,378 reviews that reflect our commitment to making your stay unforgettable!
At Gooderson Tropicana, we know how to cater to the whole family! Enjoy a kid-friendly buffet while the little ones join our babysitting services to keep them entertained. Don't forget to take some time to relax on our terrace with a refreshing drink from the bar, or catch up on your favorite Netflix shows with our streaming service. With free WiFi, private parking, and 24-hour front desk service, your comforts are well taken care of. Dive into the ultimate hotel experience at Gooderson Tropicana, where every moment is designed for fun and relaxation!
Indulge your taste buds at our delightful on-site eateries, where you can savor a delightful variety of flavors! At 7 Palms, our family-friendly restaurant, you can relish British cuisine in a modern setting perfect for gathering with loved ones. The ambiance is lively, encouraging laughter and camaraderie, all while you savor scrumptious dishes that cater to everyone’s palate. Want to try something a bit different? Clipper’s Bar & Restaurant offers a fusion of African and British culinary delights that transports you on a tasty adventure without ever leaving the hotel premises!
Perhaps the best part of your stay is enjoying the dining experience without straying far from your sunbathing spot. With the option of room service, you can indulge in the delicious offerings while soaking up the sun from your private sanctuary. Picture this: a refreshing drink in hand as waves gently crash outside your window, completely redefining the meaning of "room with a view." With delectable meal options just a call away and the scent of saltwater in the air, meal times become just another cherished moment of your seaside getaway.
When it’s time to unwind after a day filled with adventure, retreat to the relaxing terrace or hit the bar for a cooling drink as the sun dips below the horizon. You’ll be treated to a vibrant atmosphere, music, and delightful conversations with fellow travelers and friendly staff. With the enticing combination of sunlit beach days, culinary delights, and a fun-filled family atmosphere, your experience at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel is destined to create lasting memories that you’ll treasure long after your sandals have been put away!
Closest airports
Virginia Aerodrome
6.1miKing Shaka International Airport
17.5miPieter Maritzburg
41.1miRestaurant
Beachfront
Business center
Free wifi
Room service
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Beach
Air conditioning
Kid-friendly buffet
Bar
Private entrance
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Kitchen
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
Elevator
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Bathtub
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Double Room, Single Use
1 Double Bed
300 sqft
City view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Private entrance
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Unwind in our spacious 301 sqft Standard Double Room, with air conditioning, free toiletries, and a luxurious bathtub. Perfect for a solo retreat or a cozy stay for two adults and a child.
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Family, Partial Sea View, Single Use
2 Double Beds
375 sqft
City view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Private entrance
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Relax in our spacious 377 sqft Family Double Room, with side sea view, perfect for single occupancy. Enjoy the ocean view, air conditioning, and free toiletries in this room that accommodates 4 adults and 3 children.
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Family, Sea View, Single Use
2 Double Beds
375 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Private entrance
Flat-screen TV
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Relax in our spacious Family Room with stunning ocean view, perfect for single occupancy. Enjoy the comfort of two double beds, air conditioning, and a private entrance in this 377 sqft space.
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Tyzack, Street View
1 Double Bed
300 sqft
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a shower. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as city views. The unit offers 1 bed.
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Deluxe Family, Sea View, Single Use
2 Double Beds
375 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Private entrance
Flat-screen TV
x4
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Indulge in a spacious 377 sqft Deluxe Sea Facing Family Room with stunning ocean views, accommodating 4 adults and 3 children in 2 double beds. Enjoy the convenience of air conditioning, private entrance, and a relaxing bathtub with free toiletries.
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Catering Apartment, Sea View
1 Sofa Bed
1 Queen Size Bed
430 sqft
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
Bathtub
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Enjoy stunning sea views from this spacious 431 sqft self-catering apartment, perfect for 4 adults and 3 children, featuring a queen size bed and a sofa bed, air conditioning, private entrance, and a fully equipped kitchen.
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Family, 2 Bed, Sea View
375 sqft
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Providing free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a shower. The air-conditioned family room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Family, Partial Sea View
375 sqft
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Offering free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a shower. The air-conditioned family room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Deluxe Family, Sea View
375 sqft
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Providing free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. The air-conditioned family room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Family, 2 Bed, Partial Sea View
375 sqft
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Offering free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a shower. The air-conditioned family room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Apartment, Sea View
1 Queen Size Bed
1 Sofa Bed
430 sqft
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
Bathtub
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Room - 2 Double, Sea View
2 Double Beds
280 sqft
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Sea Facing Rooms is 280 square feet and includes 2 double beds 131-150 width plus bathrobes and slippers.
7.7
5,403 reviewsCategories of assessments
Cleanliness
Comfort
Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Breakfast
Featured reviews:
Isaac
8.2
July 2024
As always Tropicana will never disappoint you, the rooms are always clean to the satisfaction, the house keeping do their work selflessly at all times. The breakfast is always the best and there is variety on the breakfast buffet, well prepared food with good taste-thanks to the chef and well displayed food with labels, and the staff helping at the buffet always display smile and ready to help at all times, the manager doing great work at all times making sure you are comfortable with waitrons who are all out to serve and help at any given time while you are enjoying your breakfast. 10/10
I would not like to say this but I have to: 1. The lifts are always having problems, the other lift for the duration of my stay could not open on floor no 5, at least put a note so the guest can know instead of struggling. 2. This time I struggled with the door again, opening Room 714 is a bit of a struggle, everything is perfect about the room but the door!! * There is a renovation taking place in the hotel, I suspect they are putting in tiles, it will be good to let the guest nearby know so that they can work on their meetings or maybe they want to rest, the Ladies at the front desk did everything to make sure that I get a nice place for my Zoom Meeting but I was 15 minutes late, just a note to the guest and it will be fine.
Nomthandazo
8.2
January 2024
The food breakfast was the best. I give chef and the staff stars.
Noise the noise was too much our room was facing the parking bay, people where grooving in their cars all night long . I think you need to be there if you are in the groove mode not relaxation.
Jacintha
8.2
May 2024
This was our first trip to Durban and we couldn't have chosen a better hotel than the Gooderson Tropicana Hotel ! The staff were exceptional from the security, to reception, housekeeping and waiting staff .Everyone made our stay memorable! My son even received a lovely letter from the Guest Relations Manager,wishing him good luck with his Karate Tournament! Breakfast in the morning is exceptional .with the chefs making your fried eggs, omelette etc right in front of you to your liking along with the variety of sausages,hot food , cereals,fruit and pastries on display,juice and hot beverages .You are definitely spoiled for choice ! Room service from Clippers was delicious !! The location and views are breathtaking- with a short distance to Ushaka and within walking distance to the beach, Gooderson Tropicana is a hidden Gem ! Thank you thank you thank you for everything you do ! Keep up the Amazing work !! We look forward to returning next year !
Unfortunately the elevator broke down ,which is out of there control. With that being said they made every effort to accommodate us and had a plan B :)
Masombuka
9.1
January 2025
the rooms are spacious, the breakfast was tasty and enough, the staff is extremely friendly too. The location of the hotel is perfect especially when travelling with kids.
Consider changing the carpets and install tiles as my little one are allergic to carpets.
Thulisa
9.1
October 2024
We enjoyed the breakfast and the view was great my kids really enjoyed 😉
I think you need to change check in time we arrived in durban at 6:30 in the morning on Friday from Johannesburg and we had to stay outside the hotel to wait for 2pm for check in time and they must also have microwave in rooms.
Happiness
8.2
October 2023
Our phone was taken from the couches at the reception by one of the guest at the hotel, they where to help us locate the person, and we found the phone. The rooms are very clean. The hotel is just a walk to the beach. The breakfast is superb. The receptionist are friendly.
When we where supposed to check in, the rooms where not ready. I wasn't aware that visiting this place during school holidays is a bad idea, it was packed, we had to wait some time to eat breakfast because it was full. They don't have enough eating areas to accommodate large number of guests for breakfast.
Mphozaleh
8.2
January 2025
The breakfast buffet was so perfect, it's what we needed before the start of our day.
The lifts, kept on not working now and then, definitely needs to be fixed
Todani
8.2
January 2025
I like my room, breakfast, beds, towels
The toilet wasn't working properly and shower was not working at all
Maleka
9.1
December 2022
Breakfast,staff members excepecially a guy called magayi,and the fact that the beach and ushaka were very close
Late housekeeping,always happening after 16h00,it was disturbing our peace when we wanted to relax from the beach,the small fridge arrived when we were going,we struggle keeping our staff cold,wifi network was very very poor,actually we were never able to connect
Limpho
8.2
January 2025
I had booked a family room with a sea view. The room was very spotlessly clean, very spacious bath room with both a shower and a bath. I like the overall set up of the room as it gave a view of the ocean and I enjoyed watching the sea and tourists enjoy themselves at the beach.
Only one lift was working so it created an inconvenience as there were many visitors. I would recommend that the lift should have a dedicated officer to monitor it especially during the peak season. The children play up and down the lift and cause it to jam thereby causing a problem for guests as they have to climb or walk up the staits in order to reach the top floors. Pity to the guests who have special needs as they have to depend on the lift, so their precious time is lost while awaiting assistance.
Attractions
Durban City Hall
0miDurban Golden Mile
0.5miDurban Playhouse Company
0.8miUshaka Marine World
0.8miKwa Muhle Museum
1miJuma Mosque (Juma Masjid)
1.3miDurban Indian Quarter
1.3miVictoria Street Market
1.4miMoses Mabhida Stadium
2.1miDurban Botanic Gardens
2.4miPhansi Museum
3.2miUmgeni River Bird Park
3.6miValley of a Thousand Hills
19.9miAttractions
Durban City Hall
0miDurban Golden Mile
0.5miDurban Playhouse Company
0.8miUshaka Marine World
0.8miKwa Muhle Museum
1miJuma Mosque (Juma Masjid)
1.3miDurban Indian Quarter
1.3miVictoria Street Market
1.4miMoses Mabhida Stadium
2.1miDurban Botanic Gardens
2.4miPhansi Museum
3.2miUmgeni River Bird Park
3.6miValley of a Thousand Hills
19.9miAirports
Virginia Aerodrome
6.1miKing Shaka International Airport
17.5miPieter Maritzburg
41.1mi7 Palms
Cuisines
Ambiances
Clippers Bar & Restaurant
Cuisines
Ambiances
Restaurant
Beachfront
Business center
Free wifi
Room service
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Beach
Air conditioning
Kid-friendly buffet
Bar
Private entrance
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Kitchen
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
Elevator
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Bathtub
Accessibility
Toilet with grab rails
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Beach
Canoeing
Cycling
Diving
Fishing
Golf course
Happy hour
Live sports events (broadcast)
Snorkeling
Windsurfing
Bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Business Facilities
Business center
Fax/Photocopying
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Ironing service
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Entertainment & Family Services
Babysitting/Child services
Food & Drink
Bar
Fruit
Kid-friendly buffet
Kids' meals
Packed lunches
Restaurant
Special diet meals (on request)
Tea/Coffee maker
Wine/Champagne
Food & drink safety
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
Concierge
Invoice provided
General
Air conditioning
Elevator
Executive lounge access
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Private entrance
Room service
Smoke-free property
Tile/Marble floor
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Dining table
Electric kettle
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Living Area
Dining area
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Satellite channels
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
Beachfront
Terrace
Parking
Private Parking
Room Amenities
Fan
Sofa bed
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Safe
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
View
City view
Until 10:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs ZAR 95 per day.
Reservations
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+1 (888) 385-6828Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No capacity for extra beds.
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American Express,
Diners Club,
Visa
This property does not accept cash.
Is there parking available at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel?
Yes, parking is available at the hotel for a daily fee of R95. The parking is private, at a nearby location, and reservations are required.
What are the rates at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel?
At Gooderson Tropicana Hotel, you can find rates starting from $69. It's important to consider that room type and booking dates can influence the final price. For clarity on rates, please input your dates.
Which room categories can I book at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel?
The hotel offers Standard Double Rooms for single occupancy with a non-smoking policy and a bed size of 1 double bed. Family Rooms with various views also accommodate single occupancy, with room for 4 adults and 2-3 children, while the Self-catering Apartment with Sea View allows for 4 adults and 3 children, with a queen size bed and a sofa bed. All rooms are non-smoking and have varying bed and room sizes.
What activities does Gooderson Tropicana Hotel offer?
Guests at the Gooderson Tropicana Hotel can spend their time enjoying various leisure amenities. They can relax on the beachfront or play a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Families with children can take advantage of the kid-friendly buffet and kids' meals offered at the hotel. For a culinary experience, guests can dine at the on-site restaurants. 7 Palms offers a modern ambiance and British cuisine, while Clippers Bar & Restaurant serves African and British dishes in a family-friendly setting. Additionally, the hotel offers a terrace where guests can unwind with ocean views. For guests requiring assistance, babysitting services are available, and the hotel is wheelchair accessible. With 24-hour front desk and room service, the hotel ensures convenience and comfort throughout the guests' stay.
Is there an in-house restaurant at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel?
The Gooderson Tropicana Hotel offers two on-site restaurants. 7 Palms provides a family-friendly and modern atmosphere, serving British cuisine. Clippers Bar & Restaurant also offers a family-friendly and modern ambiance, serving both African and British cuisines.
Can I use my credit card at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel?
No, cash is not accepted at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel. However, you can use your credit card for payment. Accepted credit cards include Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club.
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