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## Top Cities in KwaZulu-Natal

![Durban featuring a city, general coastal views and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44731-Durban.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

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## Top KwaZulu-Natal Boutique Hotels

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3873400/3873351/9cd723ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Room | Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3873400/3873351/860eb145.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3873400/3873351/2acf2275.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3873400/3873351/63f89706.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Square Boutique Hotel by Misty Blue Hotels

Umhlanga

8.0/10

Very good

(225)

"We did not use the Hotel..due to the problem of carpet...I discovered that carpets are dirty...with stains . I have a servere sinus..so i had to move to another place. "

![South Africa](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/za.svg)

Thembi

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Umhlanga-Hotels-Square-Boutique-Hotel-By-Misty-Blue-Hotels.h3873351.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor banquet area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9860000/9852300/9852284/95118ede.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9860000/9852300/9852284/ff600652.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9860000/9852300/9852284/ceec206c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9860000/9852300/9852284/5e5b80d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse

Umhlanga

9.4/10

Exceptional

(100)

"Excellent place; clean and quiet. Perfect for business and leisure excursions "

![South Africa](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/za.svg)

Clifford

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Umhlanga-Hotels-Forest-Manor-Boutique-Guesthouse.h9852284.Hotel-Information)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2240000/2233400/2233306/c30c1da7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2240000/2233400/2233306/10ab482a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Room, 1 King Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2240000/2233400/2233306/9931e50c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2240000/2233400/2233306/c0396441.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Audacia Manor Boutique Hotel

Morningside

8.6/10

Excellent

(46)

"Nice hotel with spacious room, and friendly staff, but the furnitures inside the room were about to break down and the carpet was not in the best condition. Far fron being a 5 star hotel..."

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Anonymous traveller

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-Audacia-Manor-Boutique-Hotel.h2233306.Hotel-Information)

![Superior Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3860000/3855700/3855605/4523a6cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3860000/3855700/3855605/w985h601x0y0-4351a4bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3860000/3855700/3855605/b47e1881.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3860000/3855700/3855605/1655fed3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Saint James on Venice Luxury Guest House

Morningside

8.0/10

Very good

(70)

"Room was good at the price. Getting in an out was a bit irritating at times, no intercom and you dont want to hoot and distrub guests (which some people did). "

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Barry

CA $85

CA $100 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 18 - Dec 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-The-Saint-James-On-Venice-Luxury-Guest-House.h3855605.Hotel-Information)

![No 1. Senior Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3930000/3926600/3926521/bf9d2b4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room service - dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3930000/3926600/3926521/a814613d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3930000/3926600/3926521/67b212f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3930000/3926600/3926521/08570832.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Days At Sea Beach Lodge

Southbroom

9.6/10

Exceptional

(16)

"Das Hotel liegt direkt hinter einer Düne und hat einen privaten Zugang zum Strand. Man wird sehr herzlich Empfangen und das Essen wird immer frisch zubereitet. Die Besitzer sind sehr nett und freundlich. Man findet hier seine Ruhe und kann entspannen."

![Germany](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/de.svg)

Betty

CA $249

CA $288 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 5 - Dec 6

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Southbroom-Hotels-Days-At-Sea-Beach-Lodge.h3926521.Hotel-Information)

![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1830000/1828200/1828166/99614e7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1830000/1828200/1828166/a4b93225.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1830000/1828200/1828166/9bfde7f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free buffet breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1830000/1828200/1828166/f210da4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Fordoun Hotel & Spa

Nottingham Road

9.6/10

Exceptional

(130)

" pleasant environment enjoyed the time "

![South Africa](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/za.svg)

Ahmed

CA $248

CA $289 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 10 - Dec 11

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Nottingham-Road-Hotels-Fordoun-Hotel-Spa.h1828166.Hotel-Information)

![2 outdoor pools](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1590000/1580300/1580283/20fff5bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily buffet breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1590000/1580300/1580283/d1765d41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1590000/1580300/1580283/11f335cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1590000/1580300/1580283/4f9f9438.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Izulu

Ballito

9.2/10

Wonderful

(37)

"I stayed 4 nights at hotel Izulu and it was the BEST accommodations I have ever experienced. The hospitality , location , rooms and all amenities truly are world class. The food is AMAZING! We dined for breakfast, lunch and 2 night in the restaurant. We had a dinner designed and created for us that I have never experienced anything like. Every single member of the staff had only our comfort and happiness in mind and they exceeded my expectations. There were so many little extra touches they did...

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Anonymous traveller

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballito-Hotels-Hotel-Izulu.h1580283.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2280000/2270800/2270786/w735h441x0y4-fa089383.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2280000/2270800/2270786/f5fcf2f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2280000/2270800/2270786/2d55f551.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2280000/2270800/2270786/c17bded0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Mkuze Falls Game Lodge

Pongola

10/10

Exceptional

(1)

"Everyone should be so lucky to see Africa in such a fantastic way. The accommodations and people are lovely. On our safari drives we saw: elephant, rhinos, cape buffalo, wildebeest, gnu, impala, wart hog (we called them camera hogs!), giraffe, lions, cheetah brothers, kudu, owl, black adder, herd of elephants, zebras, monkeys, lots of birds, jackals, I'm sure I'm missing something. The countryside is so so beautiful. It was very green while we were there, which surprised us.Our last night all of...

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Barbara and Ted

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Pongola-Hotels-Mkuze-Falls-Game-Lodge.h2270786.Hotel-Information)

![2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2940000/2939964/1e4d1beb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Presidential Suite | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2940000/2939964/063eb474.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Sea Facing Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2940000/2939964/0dc949d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Presidential Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2940000/2939964/c77c2e8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Oyster Box

Umhlanga

9.6/10

Exceptional

(301)

"This is the best hotel in the greater Durban metropolitan area. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Stuart

CA $606

CA $709 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 11 - Dec 12

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Umhlanga-Hotels-The-Oyster-Box.h2939964.Hotel-Information)

![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3820000/3818000/3817933/6fb9ead6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3820000/3818000/3817933/28c87219.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3820000/3818000/3817933/4f4690ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3820000/3818000/3817933/8646a0fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Waterfront hotel & spa by Misty blue hotels

Durban Point

7.4/10

Good

(217)

"It wasn’t as what was advertised"

![South Africa](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/za.svg)

Lindokuhle

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-The-Waterfront-Hotel-Spa-By-Misty-Blue-Hotels.h3817933.Hotel-Information)

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## Top KwaZulu-Natal Hotel Reviews

![Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3020000/3015100/3015058/9fd27567_y.jpg)

### Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing Hotel. Different vibe. Loved the food and support staff. The reception team is excellent helped me for late check out "

[](https://expedia.ca/Umhlanga-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-Fire-Ice-By-Marriott-Durban-Umhlanga-Ridge.h3015058.Hotel-Information)

![Suncoast Hotel & Towers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1820000/1818300/1818286/a4cafd05_y.jpg)

### Suncoast Hotel & Towers

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly and helpful staff."

[](https://expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-Suncoast-Sunsquare-Suncoast-Towers.h1818286.Hotel-Information)

![Belaire Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3630000/3625800/3625761/7c35ab97_y.jpg)

### Belaire Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean rooms and the staff was very friendly"

[](https://expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-Belaire-Suites.h3625761.Hotel-Information)

![Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1138000/1137921/63b48c28_y.jpg)

### Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and restaurants nearby"

[](https://expedia.ca/Umhlanga-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-Durban-Umhlanga.h1137921.Hotel-Information)

![Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/852babe6_y.jpg)

### Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Had a fantastic time staying at the holiday inn rooms were very clean.Staff was more than friendly and great customer service definitely stay again"

[](https://expedia.ca/Umhlanga-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Durban-Umhlanga.h3598943.Hotel-Information)

![Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8410000/8407600/8407565/3a69b8ac_y.jpg)

### Road Lodge Umhlanga Ridge

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms, friendly staff and excellent service "

[](https://expedia.ca/Umhlanga-Hotels-Road-Lodge-Umhlanga-Ridge.h8407565.Hotel-Information)

![Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59190000/59185900/59185885/d7d348ed_y.jpg)

### Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch

10/10 Excellent

"Best hotel by far "

[](https://expedia.ca/Umhlanga-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Umhlanga-Arch.h59185885.Hotel-Information)

![Road Lodge Durban](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8410000/8402100/8402050/3a82195e_y.jpg)

### Road Lodge Durban

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed for one night but it was great, room was clean, breakfast was good. Excellent service"

[](https://expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-Road-Lodge-Durban.h8402050.Hotel-Information)

![Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78290000/78282300/78282281/2b0df4ae_y.jpg)

### Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience "

[](https://expedia.ca/Umhlanga-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel.h78282281.Hotel-Information)