Title: 10 Best Family & Kid Friendly Resorts in KwaZulu-Natal for 2026 - Expedia.ca

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## Top Cities in KwaZulu-Natal

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## Our top choices for KwaZulu-Natal family-friendly hotels

![3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1990000/1988100/1988089/904ddf36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Chalet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1990000/1988100/1988089/8fd7416f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1990000/1988100/1988089/e8de3d2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Chalet | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1990000/1988100/1988089/2a80be10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### aha Alpine Heath Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Jagersrust-Hotels-Aha-Alpine-Heath-Resort.h1988089.Hotel-Information)

Jagersrust

8.0/10

Very good

(97 reviews)

"Good for a stopover between Gauteng and Natal/coastal region. "

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

Larno

CA $377

CA $434 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 9 - Feb 10

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Jagersrust-Hotels-Aha-Alpine-Heath-Resort.h1988089.Hotel-Information)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1138000/1137921/444804bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1138000/1137921/c757d63b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1138000/1137921/439aa056.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1138000/1137921/871a2f25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

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

Umhlanga

8.6/10

Excellent

(513 reviews)

"Room was spotless and the staff was exceptional! Would definitely recommend this hotel, the environment was amazing and they made us feel at home! "

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

Schalk

CA $138

CA $161 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 13 - Feb 14

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

![Water park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10400000/10392900/10392857/5354d2cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10400000/10392900/10392857/127bae3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Five Bedroom Manor with Splash Pool | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10400000/10392900/10392857/90a3cbc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10400000/10392900/10392857/28368ae5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cayley Mountain Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cathkin-Park-Hotels-Cayley-Mountain-Resort.h10392857.Hotel-Information)

Cathkin Park

8.4/10

Very good

(94 reviews)

"A great place to stay in the Drakensberg! Beautiful scenery and amenities !"

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

Brett

CA $115

CA $133 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 16 - Feb 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cathkin-Park-Hotels-Cayley-Mountain-Resort.h10392857.Hotel-Information)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/6f21d8b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/ad990a9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/f7378b49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3599000/3598943/e1ef3bb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG

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

Umhlanga

8.4/10

Very good

(629 reviews)

"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"

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

RICHARD

CA $91

CA $120 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

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

![Indoor pool, outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11200/11158/41e8d3f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; ocean views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11200/11158/b050f1db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11200/11158/4dacda7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11200/11158/2f032157.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Blue Waters Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-The-Blue-Waters-Hotel.h11158.Hotel-Information)

Durban Beachfront

8.0/10

Very good

(991 reviews)

"Good friendly staff"

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

Douglas

CA $78

CA $91 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 17 - Feb 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-The-Blue-Waters-Hotel.h11158.Hotel-Information)

![Superior Chalet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10554/0f4e1011.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10554/8ee459d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10554/582378b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10554/9b6f3cbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Gooderson Tropicana Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-Gooderson-Tropicana-Hotel.h10554.Hotel-Information)

Durban Beachfront

7.2/10

Good

(156 reviews)

"Centrally located on the beach front. The hotel needs and upgrade of furniture and fittinng. "

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

Dennis

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-Gooderson-Tropicana-Hotel.h10554.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5530000/5524900/5524801/34001c2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Honeymoon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5530000/5524900/5524801/185a707d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5530000/5524900/5524801/d39d973f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5530000/5524900/5524801/5354d3e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cathedral Peak Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Giants-Castle-Game-Reserve-Hotels-Cathedral-Peak-Hotel.h5524801.Hotel-Information)

Giant's Castle Game Reserve

9.0/10

Wonderful

(162 reviews)

"Really enjoyed our brief stay despite the weather. Hats off to the chef for his delicious food."

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

Kevin

CA $318

CA $390 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 11 - Feb 12

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Giants-Castle-Game-Reserve-Hotels-Cathedral-Peak-Hotel.h5524801.Hotel-Information)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; beach views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/540000/534000/533916/w5543h3706x0y0-84a17305.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/540000/534000/533916/524f292d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/540000/534000/533916/5e76c0bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/540000/534000/533916/820ff161.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Edward Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-The-Edward-Hotel.h533916.Hotel-Information)

Durban Beachfront

7.8/10

Good

(224 reviews)

"Everything about my stay was beautiful "

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

Solomon

CA $120

CA $138 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 5 - Feb 6

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-The-Edward-Hotel.h533916.Hotel-Information)

![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3630000/3625800/3625761/3c2d185b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3630000/3625800/3625761/a40af85b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3630000/3625800/3625761/a9e2e76f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3630000/3625800/3625761/ca4b9765.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Belaire Suites

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

Durban Beachfront

8.8/10

Excellent

(925 reviews)

"staff the room amenities the restaurant"

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

Pierre

CA $80

CA $92 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 23 - Feb 24

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

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4280000/4279400/4279348/f6b64f96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4280000/4279400/4279348/1c2d98bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![5 Sleeper Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4280000/4279400/4279348/fb5511c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4280000/4279400/4279348/bc9766c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Tariman INN

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Umhlanga-Hotels-Tariman-INN.h4279348.Hotel-Information)

Umhlanga

7.0/10

Good

(34 reviews)

"We had a lovely stay from checking in the staff was very nice and welcoming and they explained everything to us."

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

mbali

CA $73

CA $85 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 5 - Feb 6

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Umhlanga-Hotels-Tariman-INN.h4279348.Hotel-Information)

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## Top KwaZulu-Natal Hotel Reviews

![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 rooms. Staff was very helpfull"

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

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

### Belaire Suites

10/10 Excellent

"staff the room amenities the restaurant"

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

"Yes"

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

![The Oyster Box](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2940000/2939964/1e4d1beb_y.jpg)

### The Oyster Box

10/10 Excellent

"Everything about this hotel was excellent "

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

![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

"Staff were very polite and friendly they went all out . Rooms were clean and the hotel is perfectly situated"

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

![The Capital Pearls](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20158300/20158299/35768b12_y.jpg)

### The Capital Pearls

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent "

[](https://expedia.ca/Umhlanga-Hotels-The-Capital-Pearls.h20158299.Hotel-Information)

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

### Suncoast Hotel & Towers

10/10 Excellent

"Was a good experience "

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

![Premier Hotel Umhlanga](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59820000/59813400/59813354/99efe7c6_y.jpg)

### Premier Hotel Umhlanga

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel. Great service and food. The view from our room was beautiful. Only a one night stay before flying to George. Highly recommend!"

[](https://expedia.ca/Umhlanga-Hotels-Premier-Hotel-Umhlanga.h59813354.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

"Breakfast and clean roo"

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