What is Durban Central Business District like?

Durban Central Business District is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options. Are you looking for Durban Central Business District travel tips? Make sure that you visit Durban City Hall and Harbour while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's the best accommodation in Durban Central Business District?

Based on our traveller data, The Royal Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Durban Central Business District. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Road Lodge Durban and Royal Majestic Hotel Durban .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Durban Central Business District area?

Expedia has 8 Durban Central Business District hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Durban area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Durban Central Business District, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Durban Central Business District.

What is there to do in this Durban neighbourhood?

Sights like Durban City Hall, Playhouse and Durban Art Gallery can be part of your cultural tour of Durban Central Business District. Harbour and Workshop Mall are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Farewell Square, Durban Natural Science Museum and Old Courthouse Museum are just a few of the places to visit in and around Durban Central Business District. When you're sightseeing in Durban, Kwa Muhle Museum and Port Natal Maritime Museum are also worth a stop.

Top 10 Durban Central Business District Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Durban Central Business District hotels

Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bayside 97 Russel street

Durban Central Business District

RM166 total

includes taxes & fees

14 May - 15 May

The Royal Hotel

Durban Central Business District

VIVIAN

RM235 total

includes taxes & fees

24 May - 25 May

Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre

Durban Central Business District

Suegné

RM184 total

includes taxes & fees

11 May - 12 May

BAYSIDE SUITES HOTEL

Durban Central Business District

Rodney

RM270 total

includes taxes & fees

11 May - 12 May

The Albany Hotel

Durban Central Business District

King

RM172 total

includes taxes & fees

17 May - 18 May

SUN1 Durban

1.2 km from Durban Central Business District

Nneheng Grace

RM174 total

includes taxes & fees

11 May - 12 May

Concord Christian Guesthouse

Windermere, 2.4 km from Durban Central Business District

Mbali

RM208 total

includes taxes & fees

12 May - 13 May

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

Bayside Hotel Pine Street

South Beach, 1.2 km from Durban Central Business District

Harriet

RM143 total

includes taxes & fees

24 May - 25 May

PLM Palace Lodge

1 km from Durban Central Business District

RM173 total

includes taxes & fees

11 May - 12 May

Zar Hotel

27.8 km from Durban Central Business District

Sibusiso

RM287 total

includes taxes & fees

14 May - 15 May

Premier Splendid Inn Pinetown

15.9 km from Durban Central Business District

Ayanda

RM273 total

includes taxes & fees

15 May - 16 May

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

Morningside, 4.4 km from Durban Central Business District

Silke

RM107 total

includes taxes & fees

24 May - 25 May

PLM Lodge

Glenwood, 3.1 km from Durban Central Business District

RM161 total

includes taxes & fees

11 May - 12 May

Anchors Boutique Lodge

19.7 km from Durban Central Business District

Vanishree

RM259 total

includes taxes & fees

11 May - 12 May

In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Sol Sands Hotel & Self-Catering

2.2 km from Durban Central Business District

Sthembile

RM204 total

includes taxes & fees

11 May - 12 May

In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Southey House

18.3 km from Durban Central Business District

Neil

RM345 total

includes taxes & fees

16 May - 17 May

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

UmhlangaApart Hotel

16.1 km from Durban Central Business District

Lorane

RM268 total

includes taxes & fees

11 May - 12 May

Minibar, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Bayside Hotel 100

South Beach, 1.1 km from Durban Central Business District

graham

RM214 total

includes taxes & fees

11 May - 12 May

Durban Spa

South Beach, 1.6 km from Durban Central Business District

RM257 total

includes taxes & fees

13 May - 14 May

Branley Lodge

25.3 km from Durban Central Business District

"The lodge is well located in the Hillcrest area, close to the Main Road with it's shops and restaurants. Bev the hostess was very welcoming and seemed prepared to go out of her way to assist her guests. The breakfast in the morning was varied and good. The room, while on the small side, was adequately furnished with a comfortable bed. There were a number of small items which detracted from my stay. Single ply toilet rolls in the bathroom, a small and well worn towel and shower in which the...

David

RM344 total

includes taxes & fees

13 May - 14 May

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Where to stay in Durban Central Business District

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Durban Beachfront

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.

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South Beach

Part of Durban’s wonderful Golden Mile, this sandy beach has safe swimming and a surf museum, an amusement park, a waterpark and an aquarium.

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North Beach

This sandy beach on Durban’s stunning Golden Mile is popular for its safe swimming, rolling waves, lively esplanade and cultural events.

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A wide aerial of the bridge and freeway crossing over the Umgeni River mouth with the Durban skyline in the distance.

Morningside

Morningside is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Florida Road and Mitchell Park Zoo.

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Musgrave

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

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Top Durban Central Business District Hotel Reviews

Belaire Suites

8/10 Good

"Clean room, friendly staff, nice location along the beach. Pool was not usable while there. Top floor breakfast was great and a good way to start off your day with a view. Food at the main floor bar is inconsistent and some of the bar staff are not very friendly. "