We have created a list with the best hotels with pool in Durban, South Africa. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Anna Holt & Isa Weber. Updated March 2024.
Luxury Hotel with plunge pool.Delightful property. Overlooking the Umhlanga Lighthouse and Indian Ocean, The Oyster Box offers 2 outdoor pools, an award winning spaand free Wi-Fi. Gateway Shopping Centre is 2 km away. Some guest rooms offer a private lounge area, patio and plunge pool. The rooms at the 5-star Oyster Box are decorated with rich fabrics and furnishings. They include satellite TV, Mini Bar facilities and tea/coffee making facilities. The Ocean Terraces Restaurant overlooks the Indian Ocean and offers a delicious seafood and curry buffet. The Grill Room offers up the best premium steaks and seafood dishes. Guests reserving Half-Board reservations are offered a signature set menu, hosted either in The Ocean Terrace or The Grill Room. Guests can work out with cardiovascular equipment at the gym, followed by a soothing massage by one of the onsite experts. The Oyster Box is set in the heart of Umhlanga Rocks and within walking distance to restaurants and shops. Free private parking is available.Show full description
This is likely one of the most beautiful, unique and authentic luxury hotels in Durban! So NICE!
Rooftop pool.Newly opened, September 2023. Set in Durban, 2.6 km from Umhlanga Main Beach, Coastlands Skye Hotel, Ridgeside, Umhlanga offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can enjoy African and Indian dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Certain rooms here will provide you with a kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster. At Coastlands Skye Hotel, Ridgeside, Umhlanga every room has bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast is available every morning at the accommodation. Bronze Beach is 2.6 km from Coastlands Skye Hotel, Ridgeside, Umhlanga, while Umhlanga rocks Beach is 2.6 km away. The nearest airport is King Shaka International, 18 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Outdoor pool.Trendy. Set in Durban, 3.2 km from Umhlanga Lighthouse, Town Lodge Umhlanga offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Ideally located in the Umhlanga district, this hotel provides a bar. The accommodation features room service, and luggage storage for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Town Lodge Umhlanga the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available every morning at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving African, Pizza and international cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. Guests at Town Lodge Umhlanga will be able to enjoy activities in and around Durban, like hiking and cycling. Speaking Afrikaans, English and Zulu, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical information on the area at the reception. Kings Park Stadium is 15 km from the hotel, while Moses Mabhida Stadium is 16 km from the property. The nearest airport is King Shaka International, 18 km from Town Lodge Umhlanga, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Boutique hotel with infinity pool.Charming. Endless Horizons Boutique Hotel features an infinity pool offering panoramic views across the Indian Ocean. This luxury hotel is situated along Umhlanga Rocks Drive in Durban North and is within 3 km from the beach. Guests can enjoy a drink at the bar or relax on the pool terrace. Endless Horizons offers elegantly decorated air-conditioned rooms with modern furnishings. Each come fitted with a satellite TV, safe and en suite bathroom. Some rooms feature a view of the sea. The à la carte restaurant serves a selection of dishes. Services include a 24-hour front desk. For shopping enthusiasts one of Africa’s largest malls, the Gateway Theatre of Shopping is 6.5 km away. The Moses Mabhida Stadium is within 8 km and uShaka Marine World is 13 km away. Free WiFi is available and the King Shaka International Airport is 20 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most charming, cool and stylish boutique hotels in Durban! It also has outstanding views. WOW!
Rooftop pool.Elegant. Opposite Durban’s famous beachfront, Blue Waters Hotel is within walking distance of the Suncoast Casino and the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium. Both uShaka Marine World and Greyville Racecourse are within 4 km from the property. Leisure facilities at the Hotel Blue Waters include an indoor swimming pool, sauna and a squash court. There is also an outdoor rooftop swimming pool and guests can enjoy drinks with sunset views at the rooftop bar. The spacious rooms and suites feature LCD TVs along with coffee-and-tea-making facilities. Each is equipped with air conditioning and a work desk. There is also plenty of luggage storage space. Most rooms come with furnished balconies and offer a view of the Indian Ocean. Guests at Blue Waters can enjoy afternoon tea and cake in the Florida Lounge overlooking the ocean. The Versailles Restaurant provides buffet and á la carte service for lunch and dinner. The Durban North Beach area is a good location for walking, running and cycling. Hotel Blue Waters is 5 minutes’ drive from the Durban ICC and 10 minutes’ drive from Durban’s city centre. Durban Station is 2 km away, while King Shaka International Airport is 31 km from the property.Show full description
Luxury Hotel with outdoor pool.Elegant. Set in Umhlanga, this clifftop hotel overlooks the Indian Ocean from its waterfront terrace and guest rooms. A gymand heated outdoor swimming pool are available on site. Including an ocean-facing balcony, all air-conditioned rooms at Beverly Hills Hotel are fitted with modern furniture in cream and brown colours. They have a satellite LCD TV with DVD player and free Wi-Fi. The Sugar Club Restaurant offers views of the unspoilt beaches along the Indian Ocean. The Elements café bar serves a selection of salads, seafood and pastas in chic surroundings with white furniture. Guests can make use of Beverly Hills’ business centre with printing facilities. Babysitting, laundry, and ironing services are available as well. The 24-hour reception staff can arrange shuttle services to King Shaka Airport, 18 km away. The Gateway Shopping Centre is 5 km away, while Ushaka Marine World and Durban Central are both within 18 km of the hotel.Show full description
Rooftop pool. A rooftop pool is behind aha Gateway Hotel - Umhlanga's characteristic green ‘screen’ surrounding the front the building. This eco-friendly hotel is attached to the Gateway Theatre of Shopping. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a bathroom, shower and hairdryer. Cable TV is provided for in-room entertainment. Hot drinks can be prepared in the tea/coffee maker. The Fig Tree Cafe features a minimalistic décor and serves a variety of continental cuisine. Room service is also provided until 22:00 every day. A full English breakfast is offered. Guests are requested to communicate any dietary requirements 48 hours prior to arrival. The hotel has 5 well-appointed conference venues, all fully equipped. There is free WiFi and a laptop safe zone. The aha Gateway Hotel - Umhlanga is about a 6-minute drive to Mount Edgecombe and 20 minutes from King Shaka International Airport.Show full description
Outdoor pool. Garden Court Umhlanga is set in Umhlanga, 400 metres from Gateway Shopping Centre, and offers free WiFi. The property is around 12 km from Kings Park Stadium and 2.1 km from Umhlanga Main Beach. Cocktails and snacks are served at Ukuphela Pool Bar and guests can make use of the fitness centre or the heated outdoor swimming pool. Every room comes with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Rooms feature a private bathroom with free toiletries, and all rooms at Garden Court Umhlanga are equipped with air conditioning, a desk and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. A full English breakfast is served daily at Mnandi Restaurant and an a la carte dinner is available. Free basement parking is available. Moses Mabhida Stadium is 13 km from Garden Court Umhlanga. King Shaka International Airport is 17.3 km away.Show full description
Outdoor pool. Breakers Resort is located in Umhlanga bordering the Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve. The resort boasts a garden and terrace with outdoor pool and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. The resort offers air-conditioned studios and apartments, each with a kitchenette, living area with TV and a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. You can play table tennis and billiards at the resort. There is fitness centre, a sauna and a hot tub. The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, a 20-minute drive from the resort.Show full description
Rooftop pool.Comfortable beds.Opened November 2020. Located in Durban, 2.6 km from Umhlanga Main Beach, Premier Splendid Inn Umhlanga provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. The property is set 2.8 km from Umhlanga rocks Beach, 2.8 km from Bronze Beach and 2.1 km from Umhlanga Lighthouse. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. All units at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Premier Splendid Inn Umhlanga every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at this 3-star hotel. Kings Park Stadium is 14 km from the accommodation, while Moses Mabhida Stadium is 15 km away. The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, 18 km from Premier Splendid Inn Umhlanga. Facilities at this hotel include swimming pool. Show full description
Rooftop pool.Charming. Situated 100 metres from the beach along Durban's Golden Mile, The Edward overlooks the Indian Ocean. Decorated in an Art Deco style, the hotel features features a panoramic roof-top pool, ideal for sunbathing and sundown cocktails. Guests will add their name to the long list of princes and presidents, millionaires and celebrities that stayed overnight since The Edward opened its doors in 1911. Half of the recently refurbished rooms offer uninterrupted ocean views. They are all decorated in a classic style with wooden features and rich fabrics, but also include satellite flat-screen TVs and an intimate reading area. Facilities of the hotel also include a gymand room service. Guests can enjoy walking or cycling on the promenade adjacent to the hotel. On-site parking and an airport shuttle are available for a surcharge. King Shaka International Airport is located 32 km away while uShaka Marine World and ICC Durban are both 1.5 km away.Show full description
Outdoor pool.Cool. Located in Umhlanga Ridge, Holiday Inn Express Durban-Umhlanga is just 900 metres from Gateway Theatre of Shopping. La Lucia Ridge offices are a 2-minute drive away. Whilst the hotel does not have its own restaurant, the popular Butcher Block Steak House is located right next to our pool area. Spend lazy summer days around the pool, which features pool loungers and does not have a lifeguard on duty. The hotel offers secure undergound parking at R50 per vehicle per day and features 24 hour security for peace-of-mind. All rooms at Holiday Inn Express Durban-Umhlanga are equipped with a work desk, electronic safe, mini fridge (not stocked), tea/coffee making facilities and a private bathroom with signature Power Shower. Each room is air conditioned and has a 32" TV with a limited DStv satellite bouquet. Our Double Rooms feature a sleeper couch, which can be made up on request and can sleep a maximum of 2 children under 16. The hotels offers free, unlimited Wi-fi throughout. A complimentary Express Start Buffet Breakfast is served each morning and consists of a full continental spread (muffins, pastries, breads, cheeses, fruit, yoghurts, cereals, juices, coffees), as well as 5 hot items, including the standard favourites of scrambled eggs and bacon. If you don't have time to sit and eat breakfast, you can grab something from our Grab & Go section and have your coffee on the go. We have a great relationship with Butcher Block and guests are able to sign their bill back to their room. The Butcher Block restaurant serves lunch and dinner daily. In the evenings, guests can enjoy a drink at our Great Room Bar before heading out to experience the Durban nightlife. Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga is perfectly located 15 minutes by car from King Shaka International Airport and only 16kms from the Durban ICC.Show full description
Resort with outdoor pool. Situated in Durban, 200 metres from Bronze Beach, Hyde Park features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden. Boasting a children's playground, this property is set a short distance from Umhlanga Main Beach, Umhlanga rocks Beach and Umhlanga Lighthouse. Each room includes a patio with pool views. All rooms at the resort are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with bathrobes and a shower. At Hyde Park the rooms include bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Durban, like hiking and cycling. Moses Mabhida Stadium is 15 km from Hyde Park, while Kings Park Stadium is 15 km from the property. The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, 23 km from the resort. Kindly note that group bookings of 3 or more units are required to pay a damage deposit of R1000 per unit.Show full description
Outdoor pool.Cosy rooms. Set on Umhlanga's main beach, The Capital Pearls Hotel has a fitness centre, bar, on-site dining, and free WiFi. Situated in the Umhlanga district, the hotel is within 14 km both the Kings Park Stadium and Moses Mabhida Stadium. Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a kitchen. Every room comes with a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms at The Capital Pearls Hotel have air conditioning and a desk. A buffet breakfast is served daily at the property. The accommodation offers a sun terrace. Non-stop assistance is available at the reception, where staff speak Afrikaans and English. Gateway Shopping Centre is 2 km from The Capital Pearls Hotel, while Greyville Race Course is 16 km away. The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, 16 km from the hotel. Facilities at this hotel include swimming pool. Show full description
Outdoor pool.Great value. City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge is located in Durban, 1.9 km from Umhlanga lighthouse and 12 km from Kings Park Stadium. Rooms include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Enjoy a cup of tea while looking out at the pool or garden. Certain rooms feature a seating area for your convenience. Each room includes a private bathroom. Extras include free toiletries and a hair dryer. Kings Park Athletics Stadium is 12 km from City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge, while Moses Mabhida Stadium is 12 km from the property. King Shaka International Airport is 13 km away.Show full description
Outdoor pool.Cool. Located right on Durbans North Beach, Belaire Suites Hotel offers rooms with free WiFi. Durban Station is 1 km away, and the on-site Café Jiran serves award winning coffee. Greyville Racecourse and uShaka Marine World are within 4 km from the property. The modern rooms at Hotel Belaire Suites are equipped with kitchenette facilities and a private marble bathroom. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a desk. Some rooms at the hotel offer a sea view. A full English breakfast buffet is served daily in the Sky Lounge which is located on the top floor of the hotel, offering guests unobstructed ocean views. The Durban ICC and the Moses Mabhida stadium are both less than 2 km away. Belaire Suites Hotel is 31 km from King Shaka International Airport. On-site parking and an airport shuttle service are available at a surcharge. Facilities at this hotel include swimming pool. Show full description
Resort with outdoor pool.Beautiful. Located in Umhlanga Rocks, La Lucia Sands Beach Resort boasts self-catering accommodation. The beach is just a short stroll away and the resort boasts an outdoor pool and barbecue facilities. Free private parking is available on site. The air-conditioned apartments are garden facing and come with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a lounge and dining area. The kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster. A linen change can be arranged at an additional cost. The resort has a tennis court, garden and sauna. Gateway Shopping Mall and Umhlanga Ridge are 3 km away and Durban can be reached within 20 minutes' drive. Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve is 3 km from La Lucia Sands Beach Resort, while King Shaka International Airport is 17 km away.Show full description
Outdoor pool.Unique. Suncoast Hotel and Towers is located above the Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World, on Durban’s Golden Mile. It features an outdoor pool and the Suncoast Spa. It is a 5-minute walk to the beach. The air-conditioned, modern rooms have views over the city or Indian Ocean. They offer satellite TVs, a refrigerator and tea/coffee facilities. The open-plan bathrooms are stocked with free toiletries. A fresh breakfast is served daily at the Riviera Restaurant, which also offers an à la carte menu for lunch and dinner. Guests can relax in the evening with a cocktail at the Riviera Bar. Many of Durban’s attractions are nearby, with the Durban Country Club, Moses Mabhida Stadium and Kings Park all within 2 km of Suncoast Hotel and Towers. King Shaka International Airport is 30 km away and an airport shuttle can be arranged.Show full description
Rooftop pool.Lovely property.Opened November 2020. Set in Durban, 2.6 km from Umhlanga Main Beach, Premier Hotel Umhlanga offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.8 km from Umhlanga rocks Beach. At the hotel all rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Premier Hotel Umhlanga each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Durban, like fishing and cycling. Bronze Beach is 2.8 km from Premier Hotel Umhlanga, while Umhlanga Lighthouse is 2.1 km away. The nearest airport is King Shaka International, 18 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Facilities at this hotel include swimming pool. Show full description
Outdoor pool.Opened June 2022. Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a terrace and bar in Durban. Featuring a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, Italian or American options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and kosher options can also be requested. Popular points of interest near Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga include Umhlanga Main Beach, Bronze Beach and Umhlanga rocks Beach. The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, 16 km from the hotel.Show full description
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