• Sea view
  • Swimming pool
  • WiFi in all areas
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping

Located just 656 feet from the beach, along Durban’s Golden Mile, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani overlooks the Indian Ocean. The hotel also offers 3 swimming pools and 4 restaurants serving a variety of dishes. Certain modern, air-conditioned rooms offer ocean views and come with tea-and-coffee making facilities. The private bathrooms include a bath or shower. On-site parking, an airport shuttle service and WiFi are available for a surcharge. This family-friendly hotel provides a full English breakfast buffet daily and guests can make use of the gym, spa facilities and room service. Popular spots within the local area include Kingsmead Stadium, Durban ICC and Greyville Racecourse. Suncoast Casino is just 0.9 mi from the hotel, and uShaka Marine World is 1.9 mi away. Durban Botanical Gardens are 3.1 mi away and King Shaka International Airport is 19 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Southern Sun Hotels
Hotel chain/brand
Southern Sun Hotels

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Private parking at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Patricia
    South Africa South Africa
    I liked my room so much and the sea view it was theee best.
  • Veronica
    South Africa South Africa
    The location is very good, please do improve on breakfast quest.
  • Lindokuhle
    South Africa South Africa
    Breakfast was always on point & the restaurant staff were always willing to assist. Housekeeping lady was friendly & helpful.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
5 Restaurants On Site

  • Lingela Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Dairy-free
  • Vigour & Verve Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
  • The Grill Jichana
    • Cuisine
      Steakhouse
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern
  • Panorama Bar and Pool Deck
    • Open for
      Lunch • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
  • Tall Ships
    • Open for
      Cocktail hour

Amenities of Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities
  • 3 swimming pools
  • Private Parking
  • Family rooms
  • WiFi in all areas
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Beach
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and charges apply.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible) and costs ZAR 50 per day.
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
3 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Pool 2 – outdoor (kids)Free!
  • Open all year
  • Suitable for kids
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Pool 3 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool is on rooftop
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Light therapy
  • Body treatments
  • Hairstyling
  • Hair coloring
  • Haircut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child 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
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that when booking a rate where payment is due before arrival, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani will provide detailed payment instructions, for example a link to a secured payment platform.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

  • Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beachfront
    • Beauty services
    • Themed dinners
    • Bicycle rental
    • Beach
    • Facial treatments
    • Swimming pool
    • Waxing services
    • Hair treatments
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Haircut
    • Hair coloring
    • Hairstyling
    • Body treatments
    • Light therapy
    • Spa facilities
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Full-body massage
    • Fitness

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Suite

  • Check-in at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The prices at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is 1.1 miles from the center of Durban. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish

  • Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani has 5 restaurants:

    • Lingela Restaurant
    • Panorama Bar and Pool Deck
    • The Grill Jichana
    • Vigour & Verve Restaurant
    • Tall Ships