Durban Beachfront's Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani offers the ultimate retreat with a poolside bar, 3 outdoor pools, and a children's pool. Indulge in international cuisine at one of the 4 on-site restaurants or unwind with a hot stone massage at the onsite spa. Guests appreciate connecting to WiFi from their rooms.
Durban International Convention Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Moses Mabhida Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
uShaka Marine World - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
Getting around
King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 29 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Joe Cool's - 7 min walk
The Grill Jichana - 1 min walk
Circus Circus - 7 min walk
KFC - 8 min walk
Vrushiks Vegetarian Foods - 4 min walk
About this property
Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani
Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is a great choice for your beach stay in Durban. 3 outdoor pools provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, facials, and mani/pedis. Dining choices include 4 restaurants and the 3 bars/lounges are great places to grab a cold drink. Other highlights include a poolside bar, a children's pool, and a snack bar/deli.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
734 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (ZAR 50 per day)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
4 restaurants
3 bars/lounges
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children's pool
What to do
Beach nearby
Working away
Business center
10 meeting rooms
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Beach towels
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
3 outdoor pools
Full-service spa
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Handrails in stairways
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Thai massages, and facials. The spa is open daily.
Dining
Grill Jichana - This steakhouse specializes in international cuisine and serves dinner only. Open select days.
Panorama Bar & Pool Deck - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Ocean Breeze - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast only. Open daily.
Lingela Restaurant - This buffet restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 595 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Parking
Self parking costs ZAR 50 per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Also known as
Elangeni
Elangeni Southern Sun
Elangeni Sun
Southern Sun Elangeni
Southern Sun Elangeni Hotel
Sun Elangeni
Sun Elangeni Hotel
Elangeni Hotel Durban
Southern Sun Elangeni Durban
Southern Sun Elangeni Hotel Durban
Southern Sun Elangeni Maharani Hotel Durban
Southern Sun Elangeni Maharani Hotel
Southern Sun Elangeni Maharani Durban
Southern Sun Elangeni Maharani
Southern Sun Elangeni Maharani
Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Hotel
Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Durban
Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Hotel Durban
Frequently asked questions
Does Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?
Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?
Yes. Self parking costs ZAR 50 per day.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 595 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (17-min walk) and Sibaya Casino (19-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani and nearby?
Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani has 3 outdoor pools and 3 bars, as well as a spa.
Are there restaurants at or near Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani?
Yes, there are 4 onsite restaurants, featuring international cuisine.
What's the area around Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani like?
Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is located on the waterfront in Durban Beachfront, a short 5-minute walk from Blue Lagoon and 13 minutes' walk from Durban Beach.
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Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2022
The location is great
The staff were friendly
Amenities were not so much but ok
Breakfast was great
Isam
Isam, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2022
Everything was excellent
Zanele
Zanele, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 13, 2022
The service was very good but on the last day I had to go at Maharani for the breakfast because at Elangeni it was already full for me its not fair because the breakfast at Maharani is not appertising and the Elangeni breakfast was very nice.
Nolusindiso
Nolusindiso, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 3, 2022
Cleanliness, especially of bathrooms could be improved. The hotel was a bit overwhelmed with the large numbers of guests due to the Comrades Marathon so breakfasts were chaotic. Service was also impacted by this
Mrs M
Mrs M, 5-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 25, 2022
The property used to be a flagship , but there is a dramatic decline in the immediate area and this is reflected in the hotel as well.
For a premium brand such as Southern Sun International , it was very disappointing.
The roo was clean , but the inofrfmation folder and in house dinning was not there. Until it was reqiested from receptoion. And then it was a flimsy printed paper, as if on a cost cutting excesise.
My suggestion would be to go north and stay in the next city north of here and enjoy the environment as well as the hotels, far safer and the view is still the same of the ocean and beaches. With dinning around that is available by car or within walking distance, with out fear of being accosted/mugged/or car jacked.
The picture indicated , shows an impressive hotel, but the façade and the building its self is no way representative of what is shown on the main page picture.
Alasdair
Alasdair, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2022
Kedibone
Kedibone, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2022
DJP
DJP, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 21, 2022
Arnold
Arnold, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2022
Steven
Steven, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2022
Ivor
Ivor, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 24, 2022
Lungelo
Lungelo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2022
Kantha
Kantha, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2022
Benjamin
Benjamin, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 17, 2022
Hemi
Hemi, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 23, 2022
Had a nasty experience where a staff member embarrassed me to the point that i packed my bags and asked for a refund. The hotel manager stepped in quickly and apologised, upgraded my room with goodies and daily checked up on me. Damage was done but its how places respond when they mess up that counts for me. Even though it started off terrible it ended off quite nice. I will actually go back to the hotel again. beautiful views of the shoreline.
Glisson
Glisson, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 15, 2022
Great Stay
Ziyaad
Ziyaad, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 5, 2022
Arnold
Arnold, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2022
Sifiso
Sifiso, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 31, 2022
Arnold
Arnold, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2022
barbara
barbara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2022
Spectacular!
A great hotel with a fabulous view and good food!
Cecilie
Cecilie, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 12, 2022
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 10, 2022
Convinient and good stay
Great experience, air-conditioning in my room was exceptionally noisy, like broken and they simply just upgraded me and moved me to a different room. Friendly and nice staff. Location was good.