What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Durban?

A motel is a great option if you're planning to tour around Durban. These properties are usually found close to airports and major roads, feature ample parking and have basic services and amenities. Spend your stay at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a larger choice of rooms and welcome amenities such as a gym, lobby and free WiFi, you can expect to pay extra for hotel lodgings.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Durban?

Stay within your budget at one of our 3-star hotels with breakfast included in Durban. Jump out of bed and grab a tea or coffee at Gooderson Beach Hotel , which comes with a terrace and a games room. McDonalds Boutique Hotel is another getaway that provides your morning food and drinks without an additional fee.

Do any 3-star hotels in Durban have a pool?

We've got some fabulous 3-star picks in Durban where you can take a refreshing swim, including City Lodge Hotel Durban and The Royal Hotel . December, January and February, which are the summer months here, are great for checking in to a 3-star hotel with a pool. If you're craving the warmest weather for your poolside adventure, arrive in January when temperatures average from 19ºC at night to 26ºC during the day.

What 3-star hotels in Durban have an on-site restaurant?

Book a room at The Royal Hotel and dine without having to leave the comfort of your accommodation. A terrace and a swimming pool are other amenities at this popular 3-star pick in Durban. Feeling hungry after a full day of exploring? See what's cooking at the on-site restaurant at Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre , which also offers a cafe and soundproofed rooms.

Do any 3-star hotels in Durban have WiFi?

You bet! Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre and The Royal Hotel are two of Expedia's 3-star hotels in Durban with WiFi. Select one of these stays to easily access weather updates, travel advice and local information. Remember, this useful amenity may be free or incur an extra cost.

What 3-star hotels in Durban have parking?

Two of our favourites are The Royal Hotel and Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre . Both these 3-star getaways in Durban provide parking, making it easy for you to jump behind the wheel and explore. Want to embark on some sightseeing away from the city? Get behind the wheel and drive. Midmar Dam and Golden Horse Casino are two popular day trip options from the centre of Durban.

Do any 3-star hotels in Durban have rooms with a kitchenette?

Booking a hotel with a kitchenette is a good idea if you're thinking about a self-catered holiday in Durban. Enjoy whipping up your own breakfasts and dinners at Suite 603 at the Parkview Hotel . A swimming pool and a restaurant are other conveniences at this 3-star escape. Or save money on takeout and restaurant bills at Parkview Hotel , which also comes with cooking facilities as well as a nearby boardwalk and a garden.

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Parade Hotel

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RM253 total

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11 Jun - 12 Jun

The Royal Hotel

Durban Central Business District

VIVIAN

RM239 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jun - 3 Jun

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

Morningside

Silke

RM175 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Jun - 19 Jun

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bayside Hotel Pine Street

South Beach

Harriet

RM146 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jun - 23 Jun

Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

Umhlanga

Gugu

RM518 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jun - 6 Jun

Premier Splendid Inn Umhlanga

Umhlanga

Andrew

RM496 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jun - 3 Jun

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

ONOMO Hotel Durban

Durban

Thabiso E P T

RM281 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Premier Hotel Umhlanga

Umhlanga

Tyrell

RM499 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Jun - 5 Jun

City Lodge Hotel Umhlanga Ridge

Umhlanga

Enrico

RM479 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Pavilion Hotel Durban

Durban Beachfront

Betty

RM238 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Jun - 18 Jun

Regal Inn Gateway Umhlanga

Umhlanga

Miranda

RM293 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bayside Hotel 116

South Beach

Rodney

RM156 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Jun - 5 Jun

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG

Umhlanga

Michael

RM366 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

Grange Gardens Hotel

Windermere

Xolani

RM147 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jun - 2 Jun

Premier Splendid Inn Pinetown

Pinetown

Ayanda

RM278 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Jun - 19 Jun

Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre

Durban Central Business District

Suegné

RM188 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

City Lodge Hotel Durban

Durban Beachfront

VIANNEY

RM369 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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umhlanga

Lorane

RM209 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

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Durban North

NOMBUSO

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uMhlanga

Warren Christopher

RM459 total

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31 May - 1 Jun

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There's a reason the top 3-star hotels in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Durban, you'll get affordable rates at these mid-range properties. Check through our listings and you'll find some hotels may even give you access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centres, and spacious rooms.

Search for a cheap deal on a 3 star hotel in Durban for the most elegant experience, or grab a low rate on one of the cheap 3 star hotels in Durban near the local attractions, if you want something a touch more unassuming. Whatever your travelling style, make sure to use the search tools at Expedia to track down prices, read more about amenities, and score a few local discounts.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Durban?

The Royal Hotel, around 0.64 kilometers east of downtown Durban, is an Expedia guest favourite. A swimming pool and a cafe are among its conveniences. Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre is another 3-star hotel that gets great reviews from travellers. It offers a cafe and a restaurant, and is approximately 0.64 kilometers southeast of the centre.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Durban?

Book a stay at a 3-star hotel and you can expect tidy and comfortable rooms and amenities such as WiFi, fitness equipment and coffee and tea facilities. These lodgings may also include an on-site restaurant and bar. Elevate your Durban trip by choosing a 4-star hotel. With things like a wellness centre, 24-hour room service and luxury toiletries, you'll enjoy an enhanced level of comfort.

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