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Cheap hotels in Durban

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

Most booked cheap hotels in Durban and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Durban

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 76 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Durban

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,559 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Durban

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 771 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Durban

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,915 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Durban

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 309 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Durban

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 392 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Durban

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,525 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Durban

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,828 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Durban

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 384 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Durban

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 738 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in Durban and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 384 reviews

Situated in Durban, 2.1 km from Suncoast Beach, concierge hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service.

From US$81.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,828 reviews

Situated in Durban's CBD and 15 minutes’ walk from the beach, Royal Hotel features 2 restaurants serving award-winning cuisine. Rooms have panoramic views of the city or the yacht harbour.

From US$83.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Set in Durban, 1.2 km from Durban Botanic Gardens and 3 km from Durban ICC, APARTMENT IN ESSENWOOD Musgrave offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

From US$106.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

Offering city views, Harcourt Lodge is an accommodation situated in Durban, 1.9 km from Durban Botanic Gardens and 3.5 km from Durban ICC.

From US$69.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,037 reviews

Located in Durban, 1.6 km from Durban Botanic Gardens, Luxe Musgrave Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

Set in Durban in the KwaZulu-Natal region, with Snake Park Beach and Durban ICC nearby, North beach summer sands offers accommodation with free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub.

From US$178.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

North beach summer sands holiday is a property with a private pool, situated in Durban, within just 300 metres of Snake Park Beach and 1.7 km of Durban ICC.

From US$161.50 per night

The oceanic 48

Durban
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Located in Durban, The oceanic 48 provides accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$121.65 per night

Stay connected in Durban and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

Boasting an outdoor pool and sea views, Modern Ocean-View Apartment is set in Durban. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$64.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

Set in Durban in the KwaZulu-Natal region and Snake Park Beach reachable within 300 metres, The Oceanic 52 offers accommodation with free WiFi, a children's playground, a private beach area and free...

From US$78.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Situated in Durban, Pearlstone features accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$314.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Summersands 83 North Beach Durban- 2 Bedrooms is a recently renovated apartment in Durban, where guests can makes the most of its outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi, private beach area and garden.

From US$154.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 771 reviews

Situated in Durban, 3 km from Durban Beach, Luxe Florida Grand Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$57.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,059 reviews

Located in Durban, within 3 km of Durban Beach and 2.7 km of Durban Botanic Gardens, Luxe Suites Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with a terrace and as well as free private parking for guests who...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 792 reviews

Set in Durban, 1.3 km from Moses Mabhida Stadium, Madeline Grove Bed & Breakfast features free WiFi. uShaka Marine World is 6 km from the property, while North Beach is 3 km away.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 392 reviews

Facing the beachfront, Garden Court Marine Parade offers 3-star accommodation in Durban and has a fitness centre, restaurant and bar.

From US$92.56 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Durban and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 738 reviews

Facing the beachfront, Garden Court South Beach offers 3-star accommodation in Durban and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 502 reviews

Located just 4.9 km from Durban ICC, Sica's Guest House - The Loft provides accommodation in Durban with access to an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, as well as full-day security.

From US$52.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set within 11 km of Durban Botanic Gardens and 11 km of Durban ICC, 29 on St James Guest Lodge offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Durban.

From US$81.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,559 reviews

Bayside Hotel & Self Catering 110 West Street provides rooms with private balconies in the centre of Durban.

From US$47.14 per night

Feel at home

Durban
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Feel at home is situated in the Durban City Centre district of Durban, 1.4 km from Durban ICC, 2.8 km from Durban Botanic Gardens and 3 km from uShaka Marine World.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

Located in Durban, 2.3 km from Durban Beach and 2.1 km from Moses Mabhida Stadium, Bentley House provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,915 reviews

Well situated in Durban, Bayside Hotel 116 West Street offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, private parking and room service.

From US$52.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Liza Luxury Holiday Apartment Oceanic 44 is set in Durban. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$99.62 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews
The location was ideal for the purpose of our travels. It’s close enough for am. walks to the beach and uShaka Marine World. Overall it was very clean.
Guest review by
Mudzuli
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews
Perfect location. Close by to all shopping centers. Felt like home away from home. Very clean and the host was friendly and helpful. Very accomdating. I had to look for accommodation last minute as my wife was booked into Gateway Hospital. Most affordable for the location.
Guest review by
Dianne
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$52.17
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,915 reviews
The reception staff was EXCELLENT. Always happy , smiling and very helpful at a times .There were two ladies and one gentleman . They all looked the part . Smartly dressed and very professional. The cleaning staff were good . My room was spotless . when it comes to cleaning I take things serious . As a Director of Nursing of a large hospital this hotel was very clean . My room was very clean . Affordable . Close to beach .Less then 10 min walk . one straight road to beach . Security very visible and very helpful . Parking came in handy .
Guest review by
Aghmat
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
Absolutely spotless with a prime and magnificent location. An amazing and incredible spot with breathtaking views. Definitely will return. Host was most accommodating and a pleasure to deal with. Well done👏👏👏
Guest review by
PHIROZA
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$52.17
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,915 reviews
Bayside 116 is in quite a convenient location, on just the right spot in what is a the busiest street in Durban. However once you enter, you are not there anymore. Very clean and well managed. The breakfast very affordable and tasty.
Guest review by
Mpho
Solo traveller