Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani | Hotel in Durban

| 8.1 (9896 Reviews) |  15 Bathrooms  40 Guests
North Beach Hotel | Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

Hotel in North Beach, Durban

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.

Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is located in Durban.

This 726 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: View, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 9896 reviews with the average score of 8.1 . Coming to Durban and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 726 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this place in Durban. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani in Durban is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Bar
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Snack bar
  • Coffee house on site
  • Kids' meals
Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking on site
  • Private Parking
  • Parking
  • Parking garage
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Toilet with grab rails
Activities
  • Foot massage
  • Hair coloring
  • Canoeing
  • Fitness center
  • Hair treatments
  • Themed dinners
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Full-body massage
  • Waxing services
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Massage
  • Manicure
  • Pedicure
  • Haircut
  • Diving
  • Beauty services
  • Neck massage
  • Beachfront
  • Fishing
  • Snorkeling
  • Windsurfing
  • Fitness
  • Hairstyling
  • Light therapy
  • Spa facilities
  • Facial treatments
  • Body treatments
  • Beach
  • Spa
  • Cycling
General
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Safe
  • Elevator
  • Paid Wifi
  • Smoke-free property
  • Designated smoking area
Guest Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Business center
  • Shuttle service
  • Suit press
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Ironing service
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Packed lunches
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
Security/Safety
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Smoke alarms
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
Spa
  • Rooftop pool
  • Kids' pool
  • Shallow end
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool
  • Pool bar
  • Beach umbrellas
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport drop-off
  • Airport pickup

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

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.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.96
Location:
9.01
Staff:
8.52
Facilities:
8.09
Comfort:
8.46
Cleanliness:
8.48
Agnes
Apr 15, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   6
South Africa
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: The workers
Negative: Everything is horrible
Summary: I will never book there again 🙄😏
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Maharani Standard King
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Shampoo, Body soap, Hairdryer, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Walk-in shower, Free toiletries, Towels, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet

General

Laptop safe, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Key card access, Carpeted

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow
Elangeni Standard Queen
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 22 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Shampoo, Hairdryer, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Free toiletries, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Toilet

General

Laptop safe, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Key card access, Carpeted

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow
Elangeni Standard King
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 23 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Shampoo, Hairdryer, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Free toiletries, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Toilet

General

Laptop safe, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Key card access, Carpeted

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow
Elangeni Standard Side Sea Facing Double Double
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 23 m2
2 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Shampoo, Hairdryer, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Free toiletries, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Toilet

General

Laptop safe, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Key card access, Carpeted

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow
Elangeni Superior King
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 23 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Shampoo, Hairdryer, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Free toiletries, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Toilet

General

Laptop safe, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Key card access, Carpeted

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow
Maharani Superior King
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 31 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Shampoo, Body soap, Hairdryer, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Walk-in shower, Free toiletries, Towels, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet

General

Laptop safe, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Key card access, Carpeted

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow
Elangeni Superior Queen
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Shampoo, Hairdryer, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Free toiletries, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Toilet

General

Laptop safe, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Key card access, Carpeted

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow
Elangeni Superior Double Double
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 23 m2
2 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Shampoo, Hairdryer, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Free toiletries, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Toilet

General

Laptop safe, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Key card access, Carpeted

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow
Maharani Superior Double Double
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 29 m2
2 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Shampoo, Body soap, Hairdryer, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Bathtub, Towels, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet

General

Laptop safe, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Key card access, Carpeted

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow
Elangeni Executive King
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 33 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Shampoo, Hairdryer, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Free toiletries, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Toilet

General

Laptop safe, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Key card access, Carpeted

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk, Sofa

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow
Maharani Executive Double Double
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 44 m2
2 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Shampoo, Body soap, Hairdryer, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Bathtub, Towels, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet

General

Laptop safe, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Key card access, Carpeted

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk, Sofa

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow
Elangeni Executive Double Double
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 33 m2
2 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Shampoo, Hairdryer, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Free toiletries, Towels, Toilet paper, Body soap, Toilet

General

Laptop safe, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Key card access, Carpeted

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk, Sofa

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow
Maharani Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 73 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Conditioner, Bidet, Shampoo, Body soap, Hairdryer, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Walk-in shower, Free toiletries, Bathtub, Slippers, Towels, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet

General

Laptop safe, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Key card access, Carpeted, Iron

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Walk-in closet

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow
Elangeni Junior Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 45 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Conditioner, Shampoo, Body soap, Hairdryer, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Walk-in shower, Free toiletries, Bathtub, Slippers, Towels, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet

General

Laptop safe, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Key card access, Carpeted, Iron

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow
Elangeni Luxury Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 60 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water, Chocolate/Cookies

Bathroom

Conditioner, Bidet, Shampoo, Body soap, Hairdryer, Bathrobe, Bathtub or shower, Shower cap, Private bathroom, Walk-in shower, Free toiletries, Bathtub, Slippers, Towels, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet

General

Laptop safe, Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe, Key card access, Carpeted, Iron

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV, Telephone

Outdoors

Balcony, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Walk-in closet

View

View, Sea view

Services

Wake-up service

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Feather pillow

FAQ's

Is this North Beach hotel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at North Beach hotel?

Check-in time for North Beach hotel starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the North Beach hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, this North Beach hotel has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in North Beach hotel?

Best-rates for the North Beach hotel starts from $78 per night with includes Accessibility, Security/Safety, Business Services, Guest Services, Entertainment, Internet, Designated Smoking Area, Transportation/Shuttle, Spa, Restaurant, Child Friendly, Kitchen, Laundry, Parking, Pool, Oceanfront, Air Conditioner, Wheelchair Accessible, Ocean View, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Bar, Breakfast, View, Balcony/Terrace with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is North Beach hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the North Beach hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the North Beach hotel is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the North Beach hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the North Beach hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for North Beach hotel?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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