The 10 best Lodges in Durban, South Africa

May 13, 2023 Marlin Saiz

The Indian and colonial influences in this South African beach city can’t be missed, and the blend of cultures and architecture makes Durban unique in South Africa. Durban’s Golden Mile is a destination for surfers, families and fisherman, due to its blend of natural beauty and modern resort. Major-city attractions abound, making this a good destination for families and couples alike.
Restaurants in Durban

1. Rain Farm Game and Lodge

Esenembe Road Farm 9, Durban 4390 South Africa
Excellent
61%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 446 reviews

Rain Farm Game and Lodge

Rain Farm Private Game & Lodge has a stunning restaurant which offers breath taking views of the farm. Rain Farm Private Game & Lodge offers luxury accommodation in the tranquil wildlife surrounds. - Luxury Tree Top Tents (Dinner bed & breakfast only) - Luxury Dam Facing Units (Equiped for Self-catering), Thatched rondavels, Timber cabin (equipped for self catering), Stables accommodation (Equiped for self catering) - Rain Farm Game & Lodge offers the following activities - Game Drives- Trailed walks - Horse Trails - Archery - Pellet Gun Shooting - Rock climbing - Abseiling - Paint ball shooting - Children's Playground - Day Spa - Miniature Golf. Rain Farm is the closest Game reserve to Durban, a mere 30 minute drive from King Shaka International Airport. Game you can see at our farm includes: Dassies Porcupine Mongoose Giraffe Wildebeest Zebra Impala Nyala Waterbuck Blesbok Eland Ostrich Emu Warthog Caracal Serval Bush Buck Mountain Reedbuck Common Reedbuck Steenbok Blue/Red/Grey Duiker Wide variety of Snakes, most spotted is the endangered African Rock Python A massively wide variety of bird life including: King Fisher, Hornbill, Fish Eagle, Bee Eater, Secretary Bird, Nightjar, Egyptian Geese

Some R & R

Reviewed By francinev2016

We spent one night in one of the luxury Dam units. The unit is lovely, the spa bath was amazing! What a beautiful location. We had the privilege of seeing a giraffe walk past our Chalet. We also had buck visiting us. Our breakfast the next morning was scrumptious and served on a beautiful verandah with stunning views.

2. Summerhill Estate Culinary Retreat

9 Belvedale Road Cowies Hill, Durban 3610 South Africa
Excellent
83%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 60 reviews

Summerhill Estate Culinary Retreat

Summerhill Boutique Hotel - a culinary retreat with unpretentious vibes overlooking Durban and the Indian Ocean. Established in 1997 by Christine Richter, Summerhill has successfully accomplished a combination of casual ambience paired with professionalism in hospitality, Family owned and run The LivingRoom @ Summerhill Estate supper club showcases Durban's culinary diversity at an internationally recognised level. Top 20 Mercedes Benz Eat Out Awards 2019, coming in at number 13 in the country. Logistical strength: Nestled between Westville and Pinetown, we are in the centre of M7, M13, M19, N2 and N3. Secure: CCTV on- and off site monitoring, special access gate and night guard.

Michelin standard culinary experience a stones throw away from Durban.

Reviewed By 826brucev

Simply Outstanding Meal! Michelin standard cooking using best local ingredients prepard skillfully prepared. The seven course tasting menu was paired perfectly with South African wines. The service was friendly, knowledgeable and well timed. A real culinary destination in Durban that I would highly recommend.!

3. Impala Holiday Flats

40 Gillespie Street South Beach, Durban 4001 South Africa
Excellent
18%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
6%
Terrible
18%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 33 reviews

Impala Holiday Flats

Impala Holiday Flats offers comfortable self-catering accommodation opposite Durban's beautiful beaches and KwaZulu-Natal: magnet for thrill-seekers in the great outdoors.

I enjoyed my stay at Impala hotel.

Reviewed By NtsKom

Rooms are very clean,house keepers do their room services, the hotel is very close to the beach. I love the place.i enjoyed every moment. Iam thinking of going back again in December. The inviroment is healthy and friendly.

4. Boma Lodge

2 Flack Place Virginia Durban North, Durban 4031 South Africa
Excellent
56%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 128 reviews

Boma Lodge

Ideally positioned a mere 2 minutes drive from the Umhlanga coastline & within walking distance from Virginia Airport and Virginia beach. Boma Lodge is a destination for those looking for an alternative to the mainstream Umhlanga accommodation. Each luxury room is stylishly decorated with its own en-suite bathroom & private entrance. Facilities include airconditioner/ fan, bar fridge, DSTV/Satellite television & complimentary tea/coffee, barbecue Facilities and free wifi. Boma Lodge represents superior comfort & quality with a high standard of furnishings & service.

Amazing Stay

Reviewed By rwesth904304

The place was amazing. Very tranquil and the host was very accomodating. Would definitely recommend anyone taking a trip to Durban to definitely visit this place. The fiancé and I enjoyed ourselves thouroughly.

5. Kangelani Lodge

4 Sparrow Lane, Durban 3624 South Africa
Excellent
84%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 25 reviews

Kangelani Lodge

Perched on Alverstone Hill, with panoramic views of the Assagay Valley, is an African style lodge set in log and stone offering serenity, relaxation and warm hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you and catering to your every need.

Excellent accommodation

Reviewed By 774varshab

From the minute we entered the gate, we were surrounded by natural beauty ,lush, green and beautiful. The log cabins blended seamlessly into its environment,surrounded by oak trees and hiding inside was pure luxury. Four poster bed, luxurious huge bathroom and superior finishes. Bathroom leads into a private outside shower. Supper and breakfast was tasty and well presented on a private patio outside the room. Host Charmaine went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. I don’t often write reviews but I felt this hidden gem deserves it ?

6. Summerhill Estate Culinary Retreat

9 Belvedale Road Cowies Hill, Durban 3610 South Africa
Excellent
83%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 60 reviews

Summerhill Estate Culinary Retreat

Summerhill Boutique Hotel - a culinary retreat with unpretentious vibes overlooking Durban and the Indian Ocean. Established in 1997 by Christine Richter, Summerhill has successfully accomplished a combination of casual ambience paired with professionalism in hospitality, Family owned and run The LivingRoom @ Summerhill Estate supper club showcases Durban's culinary diversity at an internationally recognised level. Top 20 Mercedes Benz Eat Out Awards 2019, coming in at number 13 in the country. Logistical strength: Nestled between Westville and Pinetown, we are in the centre of M7, M13, M19, N2 and N3. Secure: CCTV on- and off site monitoring, special access gate and night guard.

Michelin standard culinary experience a stones throw away from Durban.

Reviewed By 826brucev

Simply Outstanding Meal! Michelin standard cooking using best local ingredients prepard skillfully prepared. The seven course tasting menu was paired perfectly with South African wines. The service was friendly, knowledgeable and well timed. A real culinary destination in Durban that I would highly recommend.!

7. Red Tudor Bed & Breakfast

23 St James Avenue, Westville, Durban 3630 South Africa
Excellent
77%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 31 reviews

Red Tudor Bed & Breakfast

Red Tudor B&B is a Tudor styled home nestled in the leafy suburb of Westville, which has a perfect view of Durban and the Indian Ocean and very close to all the freeways.Red Tudor is mere minutes away from Durban’s CBD, stunning beaches, shopping malls, the ICC, Suncoast Casino, Sibaya Casino, uShaka Marine World, Moses Mabhida Stadium and King Shaka International Airport. If you’d like to view some wildlife, Hluhluwe Game Reserve is just a short trip away, as are the stunning Drakensberg Mountains.

What Excellent Service !

Reviewed By hunterdale70

Not only are the owners so caring and helpful, the staff are exactly the same. I have travelled all over the world and have never quite received this kind of service, where nothing is a hassle for them, even concerning non guest house related issues. Will never stay at another BB in Durban again.

8. Soul House

269 Percy Osborne Road, Morningside, Durban 4001 South Africa
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 2 reviews

Soul House is an upmarket lodge designed to accommodate surfers. With 7 spacious lodges, space for 18 people, our property also has a cafe with a trendy surf shop and is equipped with surfboard racks and a large entertainment area to host a one of a kind event.

Soulful House

Reviewed By mwyatt729000

super cool house run by super cool peeps - we were 5 musicians only staying for one night, but we immediately felt right at home and comfy. wish we could have stayed longer....and of course Morningside is situated in the perfect place to get to most things in Durban quite easily.

9. Sunset View B&B Guest House CC

21 Tipuana Drive Glen Hills, Durban 4051 South Africa
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 3 reviews

Sunset View B&B Guest House CC

Situated in a quiet road in Durban North, Sunset View is within 15 minutes of Durban’s main beaches, Ushaka Marine World, Moses Mabhiba Stadium and within close proximity of a number of golf courses. Set in a lush, tropical garden, enjoy lazing around the private pool with large wooden deck. Each of the 4 bedrooms is tastefully furnished with charm and character with a large lounge and bar area leading onto a patio overlooking the pool. At the wide Umgeni River mouth, Blue Lagoon Beach is Durban's most popular fishing locale, with the La Lucia and Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve offering long, tranquil walks along empty sands.

Sehr nette Gastgeber mit viel Flair

Reviewed By Lohoke

Herbert und Margaret bieten Gastlichkeit auf hohem Niveau. Unser Zimmer war bodenständig, praktisch und sehr sauber. Das Frühstück im Haupthaus war mehr als sehr gut. Danke nochmals für den Aufenthalt.

10. Ibis Lodge

51 Highlands Road Durban North, Durban 4051 South Africa
Excellent
8%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
17%
Terrible
17%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 12 reviews

Ibis Lodge

Little Gem in Durban North

Reviewed By Jeffthehangman

Rooms comfortably and large with all the necessary amunities. Relaxing pool at lodge with friendly helpful staff. Food great and well prepared. Parking on premises but entry somewhat tricky and narrow. Close enough to Durban and Umhlanga to do business and quite enough to relax in the afternoon and evenings.

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