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Hotels · Durban · ★★★★

The Edward

📍 149 OR Tambo Parade, North Beach, 4001 Durban, South Africa · Show on map

Very good2,872 reviews8.7
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  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

About the property

Situated 100 metres from the beach along Durban's Golden Mile, The Edward overlooks the Indian Ocean. Decorated in an Art Deco style, the hotel features features a panoramic roof-top pool, ideal for sunbathing and sundown cocktails.

Guests will add their name to the long list of princes and presidents, millionaires and celebrities that stayed overnight since The Edward opened its doors in 1911.

Half of the recently refurbished rooms offer uninterrupted ocean views. They are all decorated in a classic style with wooden features and rich fabrics, but also include satellite flat-screen TVs and an intimate reading area.

Facilities of the hotel also include a gym and room service. Guests can enjoy walking or cycling on the promenade adjacent to the hotel. On-site parking and an airport shuttle are available for a surcharge.

King Shaka International Airport is located 32 km away while uShaka Marine World and ICC Durban are both 1.5 km away.

Type
Hotels ★★★★4-star rating
Location
DurbanKwaZulu-Natal
Guest rating
8.7 / 10Very good · 2,872 reviews
Check-in
from 14:00
Check-out
by 11:00
Pets
Not allowed
Languages spoken
English
Chain
Southern Sun Hotels

Breakfast

Style Buffet, Breakfast to go

Cuisine Continental, Full English/Irish, Asian, American

Dietary options Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

  • Bread
  • Pastries
  • Pancakes
  • Butter
  • Cheese
  • Cold meat
  • Eggs
  • Yogurt
  • Fruit
  • Local specialities
  • Cooked/warm meals
  • Jam
  • Cereal

Accepted payment methods

  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Diners Club

Good to know

  • Please note the hotel offers wireless internet in the guest rooms. The first 500MB per day, per room is free, thereafter charges apply.
  • Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
  • Please inform The Edward of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
  • This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Prices and availability

Pick your check-in then check-out date and we work out the price of your stay. Price per night for 2 adults, from Booking.com.

Prices are checked in euros and converted at the Nov 11, 2026 exchange rate, as a guide only: Booking.com shows the exact amount. Exchange rates: European Central Bank, Rates By Exchange Rate API

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Rooms and units

Rooms and photos from the property’s Booking.com page.

Facilities and services

  • Internetfree
  • Parkingextra charge
  • Swimming poolfree
  • Spaextra charge
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Air conditioningfree
  • Lift

Wellness

  • Beauty services
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Body wrap
  • Facial treatments
  • Fitness
  • Fitness centre free
  • Indoor swimming pool free
  • Light therapy
  • Manicure
  • Pedicure
  • Spa & wellness centre extra charge
  • Spa facilities
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas

Room amenities

  • Clothes rack
  • Socket near the bed

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom

  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Living Area

  • Desk
  • Sofa

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
  • Telephone

Internet

  • Internet services free

Parking

  • Parking extra charge

Food & Drink

  • Bar
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits extra charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Wine/champagne extra charge

Outdoors

  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace

General

  • Air conditioning free
  • Airport shuttle extra charge
  • Car hire
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Carpeted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Heating
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Iron
  • Laptop safe
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Packed lunches
  • Room service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shuttle service extra charge
  • Wake-up service

Reception services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange
  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage free
  • Tour desk

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping free
  • Dry cleaning extra charge
  • Ironing service extra charge
  • Laundry extra charge
  • Pants press extra charge

General accessibility

  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Transport

  • Public transport tickets extra charge

Activities

  • Beach
  • Bicycle rental extra charge
  • Bike tours extra charge
  • Canoeing extra charge
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Game drives extra charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km) extra charge
  • Horse riding extra charge
  • Live music/performance nearby
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Snorkelling extra charge
  • Tour or class about local culture extra charge
  • Walking tours extra charge
  • Water park nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Business facilities

  • Business centre extra charge
  • Fax/photocopying extra charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities extra charge

Safety & security

  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Safety deposit box free
  • Smoke alarms

From the property’s Booking.com page. “Extra charge”: a fee may be payable on site.

Guest ratings

8.7 Very good2,872 reviews

Rated higher than 64% of rated properties in Durban

Highlights

  • Staff
  • Cleanliness
  • Value for money
  • Staff 9.2+0.6
  • Facilities 8.7+0.5
  • Cleanliness 9.1+0.6
  • Comfort 9.0+0.5
  • Value for money 8.9+0.5
  • Location 9.1+0.2
  • Wi-Fi 8.7+0.2

Average in Durban · 1,301 rated properties

Ratings from Booking.com guests who stayed at the property.

Guest reviews

8.9 Very goodAverage of these 10 reviews

  • WayneCanada · Feb 21, 2026 9Exceptional

    An older hotel, but very good value on the beach in Durban.

    Liked : Across the street from the beach. Over 100 years old, but well maintained. A very good restaurant with good food at reasonable prices. The beds are very comfortable. The hotel was clean.

    Disliked : Older A/C that needs to be updated. The fan was noisy and the controls didn’t seem to respond to changes.

    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Twin Room
  • SandisiweSouth Africa · Feb 9, 2026 9Exceptional

    Amazing

    Liked : Staff was amazing and friendly. Food was really decent for the price. The gym was such a bonus!

    Disliked : Rooms didn't have all local TV channels (SABC) and my mom wanted to watch stuff.

    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
  • MkhizeSouth Africa · Jan 8, 2026 10Exceptional

    Liked : Staff and food breakfast was good place was clean

    Disliked : Air-conditioned and the barfrige was making lot of noises

    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
  • LillianBotswana · Jan 8, 2026 8Very good

    Excellent

    Liked : Breakfast was excellent. Great variety. Helpful staff especialy Nompilo. Also experienced great treat at Spa

    Disliked : Aircon only works on cold. No hot to warm the room.

    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
  • SamukeloSouth Africa · Dec 23, 2025 9Exceptional

    Liked : Everything from check in, the gentleman by the name of Musa Hlongwane was exceptional , he made sure our check in as smooth as possible. Furthermore, without even being pre-aware that i was celebrating my birthday, upon finding out, he went all out to organize a cake and a bottle of champagne for me. Every other staff member was exceptional. We are definitely coming back.

    Disliked : Nothing

    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Twin Room
  • AudreyUnited States · Dec 17, 2025 8Very good

    Great time.

    Liked : Lovely rooms with nice bath products. Great breakfast. Nice staff.

    Disliked : Broken elevator.

    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Twin Room
  • VamaEswatini · Dec 7, 2025 9Exceptional

    The Edward Hotel hospitality was best and recommend for the public

    Liked : Housekeeping do excellent job to make my stay to be best as possible

    Disliked : Parking my car outside undercover parking

    • Standard Double Room
  • RefentseSouth Africa · Nov 16, 2025 9Exceptional

    Fantastic stay

    Liked : The staff was friendly, the room was spacious and clean, and the bed was super comfortable. The cherry on top was the spectacular view from the balcony !

    Disliked : It would be great to have a remote for the aircon in the room.

    • Family with young children
    • Superior Twin Room
  • VincentSouth Africa · Nov 13, 2025 8Very good

    Comfortable and good.

    Liked : The hotel staff is friendly and professional. The carpet is clean and soft. The furniture is comfortable and the food is good.

    • Standard Twin Room
  • AlviraSouth Africa · Oct 28, 2025 10Exceptional

    I was awesome and memorable

    Liked : On arrival to my surprise our room was decorated nicely with a card and small gift from the hotel management for our Wedding Anniversary. Staff especially Kyle at the reception was kind a patient with me and my request. I will rate him and the porter on duty 10/10
    In general staff was friendly hotel was clean; food was great and met my expectations 100%
    Once again thank you Edward Hotel

    Disliked : Check in times on a Saturday

    • Standard Twin Room

Reviews published on Booking.com by guests who stayed at the property.

Location

149 OR Tambo Parade, North Beach, 4001 Durban, South Africa

Directions

Things to see nearby

  • Wedge Beach 140 m2 min walk
  • New Beach 160 m4 min walk
  • Dairy Beach 250 m3 min walk
  • South Beach 260 m6 min walk
  • Addington Beach 540 m8 min walk
  • Durban Holocaust and Genocide Centre 640 m9 min walk

Restaurants and cafés

  • Thatchers Rest and Bar South Beach 70 m1 min walk
  • Copper Chimney 80 m1 min walk
  • Ocean Basket Marine Parade 80 m2 min walk
  • Morgans Cafe 180 m3 min walk
  • One Stop Action Bar 220 m3 min walk
  • Mondise MVG 290 m5 min walk

Getting around

  • Durban Railway Station 1.8 km29 min walk
  • Berea Road 2.5 km3 min drive
  • King Shaka International Airport 26 km21 min drive
  • Pietermaritzburg Airport 65 km48 min drive

Places and distances from Booking.com (straight-line distances, times are approximate). Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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