Morningside

Durban

Popular places to visit

uShaka Marine World which includes signage and rides as well as a large group of people

uShaka Marine World

4/5(14 reviews)

Ride high-speed waterslides, explore the thrilling rope adventure park and witness dolphin, seal and shark shows at South Africa’s premier oceanfront waterpark.

uShaka Marine World
Durban Beach

Durban Beach

4/5(22 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Durban Beach during your travels in Durban? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Durban Beach
Moses Mabhida Stadium

Moses Mabhida Stadium

3.5/5(2 reviews)

Catch an event at Moses Mabhida Stadium during your trip to Durban. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Moses Mabhida Stadium
Golden Mile

Golden Mile

3.5/5(15 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Golden Mile might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Durban. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Golden Mile
Durban Botanical Gardens showing landscape views, a pond and a garden

Durban Botanical Gardens

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Featuring pristine lawns, colorful flowerbeds, birdlife and a tea garden, these stunning gardens are also the setting for open-air concerts.

Durban Botanical Gardens

Mitchell Park Zoo

Why not meet the animals who call Mitchell Park Zoo home during your travels in Berea? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Mitchell Park Zoo

Things to do

Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf

Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf

RM39
per adult
Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf
Magical Gondola Night Ride

Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban

RM48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban
Durban:Culture Walking Tour of Durban

Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour

RM266
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour
St Lucia: iSimangaliso Wetland Park: Full-Day/Half-Day Tour

St Lucia: iSimangaliso Wetland Park: Full-Day/Half-Day Tour

RM209
per adult
St Lucia: iSimangaliso Wetland Park: Full-Day/Half-Day Tour
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

RM48
per adult
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal
Durban sunset

Culture Walking Tour of Durban

RM266
per adult
Culture Walking Tour of Durban
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Top hotels in Morningside

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

3 out of 5
298 Percy Osborn Rd, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Durban Beach and uShaka Marine World are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (24 reviews)
Fantastic budget hotel
"This place was amazing. Clean, beautiful views, quiet area, large rooms. Staff were helpful and friendly and stay out of your way so you can do whatever you want to. The only issue is that the parking can be a bit difficult to manage with a large vehicle."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

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Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
Grange Gardens Hotel

Grange Gardens Hotel

3 out of 5
27 Innes Road, Morningside, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is RM138 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
RM138
RM158 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Durban. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Durban Beach and uShaka ...
"Not recommend"

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2024

Grange Gardens Hotel
Albion Manor

Albion Manor

3 out of 5
33 Nimmo Rd, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is RM318 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
RM318
RM365 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Durban. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Durban Beach and uShaka Marine World are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Excellent
"Excellent stay and excellent hosts. Went above and beyond to ensure a comfortable stay. Breakfast included was a nice bonus. The site was extremely clean and well maintained. Very quiet and peaceful."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Albion Manor
The Saint James on Venice Luxury Guest House

The Saint James on Venice Luxury Guest House

4 out of 5
100 Venice Road Morningside, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is RM270 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
RM270
RM314 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a conference center. Popular attractions Durban Beach and uShaka Marine World ...
8/10 Very Good! (69 reviews)
"Nice old converted house. Good neighbourhood. Check in staff not available when I arrived despite being at a time they were meant to be there. Found a security guard who suggested I call the duty manager who was not on site - security guard let me in to room. Left after a few days while only ever ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

The Saint James on Venice Luxury Guest House
Parade Hotel

Parade Hotel

3 out of 5
191 OR Tambo/Marine Parade, North Beach, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a casino. Popular attractions uShaka Marine World and Durban Beach are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (460 reviews)

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

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Parade Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

4 out of 5
Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga Rocks, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is RM460 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
RM460
RM535 total
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (163 reviews)
"very clean"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
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Other neighbourhoods around Morningside

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Windermere

Windermere is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Florida Road and African Art Centre.

Windermere
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Essenwood

Visitors to Essenwood like its beaches and restaurants, and Killie Campbell Africana Library is a sight worth a stop.

Essenwood
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Overport

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Overport and surrounding area, you can visit Durban Botanical Gardens and Florida Road.

Overport
North Beach featuring skyline, a city and modern architecture

Durban Beachfront

4/5(2 area reviews)

Durban Beachfront is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Blue Lagoon or Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Durban Beachfront
Durban Botanical Gardens showing a garden and landscape views

Musgrave

Musgrave is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Durban Botanical Gardens and Musgrave Centre.

Musgrave
North Beach showing a sandy beach and a sunset

North Beach

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

North Beach is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Blue Lagoon or Golden Mile while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

North Beach

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