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Restaurant
Beachfront
Outdoor swimming pool
Kids' pool
Room service
Fitness center
Beach
Welcome to the Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, where a vibrant beachfront experience awaits you in the heart of Durban! Located just 0.9mi from the bustling city center, this 4-star hotel is the perfect launching pad for your South African adventure. With prices starting from just $128, you’ll be checking in without breaking the bank! Guests love the spectacular views and the warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel right at home.
Get ready to dive into relaxation and fun with an array of fabulous amenities at your fingertips! Enjoy a delightful breakfast to kick-start your day, then take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool or relax on the beachfront with your favorite cocktail in hand. There’s something for everyone, including a kids’ pool, fitness center, and wellness spa, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring. Plus, the on-site restaurant serves up tantalizing meals to satisfy your cravings, and room service means you can dine in style without lifting a finger!
With over 5300 glowing reviews, guests rave about the Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani’s unmatched service and beautiful facilities. Whether you're lounging on the sun deck or strolling along the beach, the friendly staff is on hand 24/7 to ensure your every need is met. Get ready to bask in the warm Durban sun and experience the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at this stunning seaside retreat!
At the Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, every day feels like a vacation, and with three fantastic outdoor pools, you won’t want to miss out! Splash away in the heated kids’ pool, where little ones can giggle and play safely in the shallow end, or indulge in some adult-only relaxation at the heated rooftop pool, offering breathtaking views that are to die for. Perfect for sunbathing and unwinding with a glass of bubbly, this adults-only oasis is where you can float your cares away while soaking in the gorgeous Durban skyline.
When hunger strikes, treat your taste buds to an exciting culinary journey! With an array of on-site dining options, there’s something for every palate. Head to the family-friendly Lingela Restaurant to savor mouthwatering international dishes, or indulge in succulent steaks at The Grill Jichana, where the ambiance is as modern as the menu. Don’t forget to swing by the Panorama Bar and Pool Deck for refreshing cocktails and light bites while lounging by the pool. And for a taste of local flavors, let the chef surprise you at Vigour & Verve Restaurant, where delectable meals await in a relaxed atmosphere perfect for families.
At this vibrant hotel, fun and adventure are just around the corner! Take a stroll along the stunning beachfront or explore the lively city center loaded with shops, restaurants, and cultural highlights. Whether you’re discovering the local markets or diving into exhilarating water sports, there are so many ways to create unforgettable memories. After a day of exploring, your tranquil retreat at the Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani awaits, ensuring both relaxation and excitement are always just a heartbeat away. Get ready for the perfect blend of sun, sea, and smiles!
Closest airports
Virginia Aerodrome
5.4miKing Shaka International Airport
16.9miPieter Maritzburg
40.6miSpa/Wellness packages
Restaurant
Beachfront
Outdoor swimming pool
Kids' pool
Room service
Fitness center
Beach
Air conditioning
Bar
Sun deck
Massage
Tour desk
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach chairs/Loungers
Elevator
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Balcony
Bidet
Bathtub
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Superior, 2 Double, Sea View
2 Double Beds
250 sqft
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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This air-conditioned room is equipped with a writing desk and a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower and hair dryer is provided.
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Elangeni Executive, King
1 Queen Size Bed
355 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Experience luxury in our Elangeni Executive King room featuring a queen size bed, air conditioning, an ocean view, bathtub, and free toiletries. The 355 sqft room is perfect for 2 adults seeking a comfortable and elegant stay.
Elangeni Standard, 2 Double
2 Double Beds
205 sqft
Wifi
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2 Double Beds (Elangeni) is 205 square feet and includes 2 double beds 131-150 width.
Suite Elangeni
1 King Size Bed
205 sqft
Balcony
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Suite With 1 King Bed (Elangeni) is 205 square feet and includes either 2 single beds 80-130 width or a king-size bed 150-183 width plus balcony.
Maharani Executive, 2 Double
2 Double Beds
475 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Experience luxury in the 474 sqft Maharani Executive Double Double room with ocean view, 2 double beds, air conditioning, bathtub, and free toiletries, perfect for 2 adults looking for comfort and style.
Elangeni Luxury Suite
1 King Size Bed
645 sqft
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Bathtub
Terrace
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Indulge in luxury with the Elangeni Suite, offering a spacious 646 sqft size, king-size bed, ocean view terrace, and a private bathroom with a bathtub and free toiletries. Experience ultimate comfort and stunning views on the upper floors, accessible by elevator.
Maharani Superior, King
1 Twin Bed
335 sqft
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Air conditioning
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Indulge in the luxurious Maharani Superior King room with an ocean view, air conditioning, and a private bathroom, perfect for 2 adults. Each room is 334 sqft and located on upper floors accessible by elevator.
Room - 2 Double, Partial Sea View
2 Double Beds
250 sqft
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Providing partial sea views, this standard room is equipped with air conditioning, tea-and-coffee-making facilities and a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower and a hair dryer is provided.
Elangeni Superior, 2 Double
2 Double Beds
250 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Experience luxury with ocean views in our Elangeni Superior Double Double room. This 248 sqft space features two double beds, air conditioning, and a private bathroom with a bathtub. Feel pampered with free toiletries and the convenience of elevator access to upper floors.
Maharani Suite
1 King Size Bed
785 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Coffee machine
Flat-screen TV
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Indulge in the luxurious Maharani Suite, a spacious 786 sqft suite with a breathtaking ocean view. Unwind in the king size bed or in the bathtub with free toiletries provided.
Elangeni Standard, 2 Double, Partial Sea View
2 Double Beds
250 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Relax in the Elangeni Standard Side Sea Facing room with 2 double beds, offering 248 sqft of space and featuring air conditioning, bathtub, and free toiletries. Enjoy the sea view while staying on upper floors accessible by elevator.
Elangeni Standard, Queen
1 Double Bed
235 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Experience the ultimate relaxation in our Elangeni Standard Queen room with a double bed, air conditioning, and a private bathroom. Enjoy breathtaking ocean views from the upper floors and unwind in the bathtub with complimentary toiletries.
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Mahlangu
8.2
January 2024
The staff was friendly, delicious breakfast and supper, safe parking area
Water would take more than 30 minutes to drain from the bath, whereas the other family member must take a bath as well, the carpet needs cleaning, the hotel does not provide drinking water, there are no toilet brushes, if someone messes in the toilet bowl, you will stay with a dirty toilet until the following day when the cleaners arrive, of which is not good for our personal hygiene
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Ayanda
8.2
October 2022
The room was sea facing and comfortable. Good access to the internet.
The parking was at the hotel next to Elangeni and across the street, at times there were people loitering in the street, I felt unsafe when coming back at night.
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Chaka
8.2
December 2023
the breakfast was superb👍 the rooftop pool was incresible
when i made my booking i had selected to stay at Elangeni, however, upon check-in i was informed that i will be staying at Maharani
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Masala
9.1
October 2022
I like the hotel because my family enjoys staying in this hotel when we are in Durban. I like the gym facility and their breakfast though this time it was bit different to the one we had in 2019
My children stuck in a lift for about an hour waiting for a technician to come fix the lift. Another thing is that for our second day stay we have got to report the room to be cleaned at around 16H00 while we were not at the room for the rest of the day. Remember the lift stuck was not because of loadshading.
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Clarissa
8.2
April 2023
The room was sea facing. Stunning view.
The lady at the front desk told us that elangeni was fully booked and we had to go to the Maharani. We specifically booked at the elangeni because it was where we spent our 1st honeymoon. And returned for our 33rd anniversary. Eventually a room became available
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Zama
8.2
July 2023
I loved the location, the cleanliness of the place and the stuff.
The fact that you don't know if you will be accommodated at elangeni or at maharani, and only told at check-in.
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Munawar
9.1
July 2023
View was excellent. Breakfast was also excellent. Staff were courteous. Dining facilities were clean.
My flight arrived at 6am. I was at the hotel around 7 or 7:30am. I was asked to pay R 210 for breakfast because I was too early to check-in. I paid. After breakfast I was allowed into my room. I should mention that the airport shuttle offer does not apply if booked through Booking.com My departure was at 6:00 am, too early for breakfast. I asked for a refund for the day's breakfast. I was told that this was not possible as breakfast was part of the package. I found this to be a weak excuse. This was disappointing.
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Kabelo
9.1
January 2024
1. Awesome Breakfast. 2. View of the beach and cargo boats 3. Elevators working perfectly 4. Felt well safe and secured 5. Good quality windows which somehow blocked the outside noise 6. Proximity to the beach 7. Value for money
Room 2138 1. Several human hair found in my room, in the shower, on the couch and om the bedroom floor 2. No bottled drinking water in my room, only 1 bottle in the bathroom for rinsing 3. Windows are very dirty, which spoiles the view 4. No newer electric socket to insert the usb 5.
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John
8.2
May 2022
Breakfast was OK but serving in one space whereas you had optional areas was not okay
The fact that the price didn't include dinner
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Thobile
8.2
May 2022
The breakfast was good
too much overcrowding during breakfast time.
Attractions
Durban Golden Mile
0.3miDurban City Hall
0.8miKwa Muhle Museum
0.8miDurban Playhouse Company
1miDurban Indian Quarter
1.2miJuma Mosque (Juma Masjid)
1.3miMoses Mabhida Stadium
1.3miVictoria Street Market
1.4miUshaka Marine World
1.5miDurban Botanic Gardens
1.9miUmgeni River Bird Park
2.8miPhansi Museum
3.4miValley of a Thousand Hills
19.3miAttractions
Durban Golden Mile
0.3miDurban City Hall
0.8miKwa Muhle Museum
0.8miDurban Playhouse Company
1miDurban Indian Quarter
1.2miJuma Mosque (Juma Masjid)
1.3miMoses Mabhida Stadium
1.3miVictoria Street Market
1.4miUshaka Marine World
1.5miDurban Botanic Gardens
1.9miUmgeni River Bird Park
2.8miPhansi Museum
3.4miValley of a Thousand Hills
19.3miAirports
Virginia Aerodrome
5.4miKing Shaka International Airport
16.9miPieter Maritzburg
40.6miLingela Restaurant
Cuisines
Ambiances
Vigour & Verve Restaurant
Cuisines
Ambiances
The Grill Jichana
Cuisines
Ambiances
Panorama Bar and Pool Deck
Ambiances
Location
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Age restrictions
Availability
Location
Features
Age restrictions
Availability
Location
Features
Age restrictions
Availability
Spa/Wellness packages
Restaurant
Beachfront
Outdoor swimming pool
Kids' pool
Room service
Fitness center
Beach
Air conditioning
Bar
Sun deck
Massage
Tour desk
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach chairs/Loungers
Elevator
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Balcony
Bidet
Bathtub
Accessibility
Toilet with grab rails
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Beach
Bicycle rental
Canoeing
Cycling
Diving
Fishing
Golf course
Snorkeling
Themed dinners
Windsurfing
Bathroom
Bathrobe
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Slippers
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Walk-in closet
Wardrobe or closet
Business Facilities
Business center
Fax/Photocopying
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Ironing service
Laundry
Suit press
Food & Drink
Bar
Breakfast in the room
Coffee house on site
Kids' meals
Packed lunches
Restaurant
Snack bar
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
Currency exchange
Tour desk
General
Air conditioning
Carpeted
Designated smoking area
Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Hair/Beauty salon
Laptop size safe
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Smoke-free property
Internet
Wifi
Kitchen
Coffee machine
Electric kettle
Refrigerator
Living Area
Desk
Sofa
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Satellite channels
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
Balcony
Beachfront
Outdoor furniture
Sun deck
Terrace
Parking
Parking On Site
Private Parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Clothes rack
Iron
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Safe
Smoke alarms
Services
Wake-up service
Spa
Beach chairs/Loungers
Beauty services
Body treatments
Facial treatments
Fitness
Fitness center
Foot massage
Full-body massage
Hair coloring
Hair treatments
Haircut
Hairstyling
Kids' pool
Light therapy
Manicure
Massage
Neck massage
Outdoor swimming pool
Pedicure
Spa
Spa facilities
Spa lounge/Relaxation area
Spa/Wellness packages
Waxing services
Transportation
Airport drop-off
Airport pickup
Airport shuttle
Shuttle service
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 11:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and charges apply.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible) and costs ZAR 50 per day.
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+1-833-728-2041Child 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.
Cash
Visa,
Mastercard,
American Express,
Diners Club
This property does not accept cash.
At what times are check-in and check-out at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?
At Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, we have arranged the check-in post 02:00 PM and the room should be vacated by 11:00 AM.
Does Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani come with parking?
Yes, parking is available at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani. The hotel offers private on-site parking at a cost of R50 per day, and advanced reservation for parking is not possible.
How much does a stay at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani cost?
At Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, you can find rates starting from $128. It's important to consider that room type and booking dates can influence the final price. For clarity on rates, please input your dates.
What are the room types available at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?
The hotel offers a variety of room types including Double, Suite and King rooms, accommodating 2 adults in each. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. Bed sizes range from twin/double to queen/king, and room sizes range from 215 sqft to 786 sqft.
How can guests spend their time at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?
Guests at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani can enjoy a variety of leisure amenities. They can spend time at the outdoor swimming pool, while also having a Kids' pool available. They can relax at the beachfront and enjoy beach chairs/loungers. The hotel offers various dining experiences with Lingela Restaurant, Vigour & Verve Restaurant, The Grill Jichana, Panorama Bar and Pool Deck, and Tall Ships. For those seeking wellness, the spa and fitness center can be utilized. The hotel also features picturesque ocean views and a sun deck, perfect for unwinding. Furthermore, the hotel offers a golf course for enthusiasts. With the convenient shuttle service and airport shuttle, guests can easily explore the area. Whether guests are looking for relaxation, dining, or staying active, the hotel offers a range of options to suit their preferences.
Does Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani feature a pool area?
The hotel has three pools available. Pool 1 is for adults only, heated, located outdoors, and with a shallow end and a view. Pool 2 is for kids only, heated, and located outdoors with a shallow end. Pool 3 is for adults only, heated, located on the rooftop, and with a view.
Does Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani feature its own restaurants?
The hotel has several on-site restaurants, including Lingela Restaurant offering International cuisine with a family-friendly ambiance, Vigour & Verve Restaurant also with family-friendly ambiance and International cuisine, and The Grill Jichana which offers a modern ambiance and specializes in steakhouse cuisine. Panorama Bar and Pool Deck and Tall Ships are also available without specifying cuisines or ambiances.
Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?
No, cash is not a valid payment option at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani. The accepted payment methods include American Express, Diners Club, Visa, and Mastercard.
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