Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good
  • Sea view
  • Swimming pool
  • WiFi available in all areas
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping

Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Elangeni Standard Side Sea Facing Double Double
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Beds: 2 double beds
Free cot available on request
Free stay for your child
Non-refundable
Pay online
Breakfast included
US$93 per night
Original price
US$328.51
Late Escape Deal
- US$49.28
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$279.24
US$93 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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About this property

Situated just 200 metres from the beach, along Durban’s Golden Mile, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani overlooks the Indian Ocean. The hotel also offers 3 swimming pools and 4 restaurants serving a variety of dishes. Certain modern, air-conditioned rooms offer ocean views and come with tea-and-coffee making facilities. The en suite bathrooms include a bath or shower. On-site parking, an airport shuttle service and WiFi are available for a surcharge. This family-friendly hotel provides a full English breakfast buffet daily and guests can make use of the gym, spa facilities and room service. Popular spots within the local area include Kingsmead Stadium, Durban ICC and Greyville Racecourse. Suncoast Casino is just 1.5 km from the hotel, and uShaka Marine World is 3 km away. Durban Botanical Gardens are 5 km away and King Shaka International Airport is 30 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • 3 swimming pools
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Beachfront
  • Free cot available on request
Southern Sun Hotels
Hotel chain/brand
Southern Sun Hotels

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Rooms with:

  • Sea view

  • Terrace

  • Private parking at the hotel

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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Elangeni Standard Side Sea Facing Double Double
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Beds: 2 double beds
Free cot available on request
Free stay for your child
Non-refundable
Pay online
Breakfast included
US$93 per night
Original price
US$328.51
Late Escape Deal
- US$49.28
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$279.24
US$93 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
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+ Elangeni Superior Double Double
  • Non-refundable
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Continental breakfast included
  • 2 double beds
US$363 for 3 nights
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+ Maharani Superior Double Double
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Continental breakfast included
  • 2 double beds
US$381 for 3 nights
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+ Elangeni Executive Double Double
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Continental breakfast included
  • 2 double beds
US$398 for 3 nights
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+ Maharani Executive Double Double
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Continental breakfast included
  • 2 double beds
US$415 for 3 nights
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Elangeni Standard Queen
  • Non-refundable
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Continental breakfast included
  • 1 double bed
US$250 for 3 nights
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Maharani Superior King
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Continental breakfast included
  • 1 single bed
US$363 for 3 nights
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Maharani Suite
  • Non-refundable
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Continental breakfast included
  • 1 extra-large double bed
US$1,074 for 3 nights
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Elangeni Junior Suite
  • Non-refundable
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Continental breakfast included
  • 1 extra-large double bed
US$1,074 for 3 nights
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Elangeni Luxury Suite
  • Non-refundable
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Continental breakfast included
  • 1 extra-large double bed
US$1,074 for 3 nights
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Elangeni Standard Side Sea Facing Double Double
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 2 double beds
Free cot available on request
Room
248 feet²
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Telephone
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Hairdryer
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Wake-up service
  • Laptop safe
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$93 per night
Original price
US$328.51
Late Escape Deal
- US$49.28
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$279.24
US$93 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 15 % VAT, 1 % Tourism fee
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • Free stay for your child
Elangeni Superior Double Double
  • 2 double beds
Free cot available on request
Room
248 feet²
Sea view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$121 per night
Price US$363
Excluded: 15 % VAT, 1 % Tourism fee
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
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  • Free stay for your child
Maharani Superior Double Double
  • 2 double beds
Free cot available on request
Room
312 feet²
Sea view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$127 per night
Price US$381
Excluded: 15 % VAT, 1 % Tourism fee
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • Free stay for your child
Elangeni Executive Double Double
  • 2 double beds
Free cot available on request
Room
355 feet²
Sea view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$133 per night
Price US$398
Excluded: 15 % VAT, 1 % Tourism fee
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • Free stay for your child
Maharani Executive Double Double
  • 2 double beds
Free cot available on request
Room
474 feet²
Sea view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$138 per night
Price US$415
Excluded: 15 % VAT, 1 % Tourism fee
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • Free stay for your child
Elangeni Standard Queen
  • 1 double bed
Free cot available on request
Room
237 feet²
Sea view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Max adults: 2
US$83 per night
Original price
US$293.85
Late Escape Deal
- US$44.08
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$249.77
US$83 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 15 % VAT, 1 % Tourism fee
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
Maharani Superior King
  • 1 single bed
Free cot available on request
Room
334 feet²
Sea view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Max adults: 2
US$121 per night
Price US$363
Excluded: 15 % VAT, 1 % Tourism fee
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
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Maharani Suite
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
Private suite
786 feet²
Sea view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Max adults: 2
US$358 per night
Price US$1,074
Excluded: 15 % VAT, 1 % Tourism fee
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Elangeni Junior Suite
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
Private suite
484 feet²
Sea view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Max adults: 2
US$358 per night
Price US$1,074
Excluded: 15 % VAT, 1 % Tourism fee
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
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Elangeni Luxury Suite
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
Private suite
646 feet²
Balcony
Sea view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Coffee machine
Max adults: 2
US$358 per night
Price US$1,074
Excluded: 15 % VAT, 1 % Tourism fee
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
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Guests who stayed here loved

Tebogo
South Africa South Africa
“Value for money, with good facilities and friendly staff overall.. Breakfast is king!! Absolutely loved it...”
Velile
South Africa South Africa
“Warm hospitality, the place was clean and neat, breakfast was wow! Can't forget how friendly professional the staff was! Nice view of the ocean.”
Abdulla
South Africa South Africa
“The hotel was nice an clean staff was very friendly an helpful the only thing was not enough of halaal food to eat.There was no even fish overall is was okay.will definitely go back”
Tshavhungwe
South Africa South Africa
“The location next to the beach and not far from the airport. The property was very clean, spacious and the view was beautiful”
Mandy
South Africa South Africa
“The staff was super friendly, the rooms were clean and the sea view was perfect. The breakfast was also nice overall our stay was super nice”
Shabalala
South Africa South Africa
“Everything was perfect, the staff was very friendly and breakfast was excellent. The parking is safe”
Monyeki
South Africa South Africa
“I liked everything there , Accommodation was good with see view the hotel is clean and Breakfast was nice”
Nicole
South Africa South Africa
“Berlina the on duty manager at elangani was great we were not happy with the service received and she ensured we were taken care of Compliments to her for the outstanding service on Friday afternoon”
Ricardo
South Africa South Africa
“View...staff....everyone did their Job superbly...we where not inconvenienced in any way...service was quick... They also provided champagne and cake which I really appreciated... Thank you...always a pleasure staying with you your guys ;)”
Dudu
South Africa South Africa
“It was so fantastic starting from the reception desk, They welcomed us very well, rooms was clean, tidy and comfortable even breakfast was nice and good. Thank you.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

5 restaurants on site
Lingela Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Dairy-free
Vigour &amp; Verve Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
The Grill Jichana
  • Cuisine
    Steakhouse
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Modern
Panorama Bar and Pool Deck
  • Open for
    Lunch • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
Tall Ships
  • Open for
    Cocktail hour

House rules

Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners Club Cash is not accepted
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that when booking a rate where payment is due before arrival, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani will provide detailed payment instructions, for example a link to a secured payment platform.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.