Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga

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Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga

Name: Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga
Address: 2 Ncondo Place Umhlanga, KwaZulu Natal - Durban, south-africa
Telephone: 353818882077
Rating: 3.8

kwazulu natal durban, south africa

About Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga

location

The central yet beautiful location makes the hotel an ideal base from where to explore the many sightseeing places and attractions in the greater Durban area. Guests will find restaurants in the immediate vicinity of the hotel, the beach and Umhlanga city centre are a 30-minute walk, the upscale Gateway Theatre Of Shopping is 10 min on foot and taxis depart from a stop 15 minutes' walk away. Durban International Airport is approximately 12 km from the hotel.

facility

The hotel welcomes guests in a 7-storey building with a lift and 234 rooms. The reception desk is open round the clock. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and drinks machine. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The hotel offers a number of facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. Film fans will find plenty of 'lights, camera, action' at the cinema. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park. Further services include a transfer service, room service, a laundry service and a hotel shuttle bus. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.

rooms

Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and individually adjustable heating. Guests can relax and enjoy the sea views from the balcony or private terrace of some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and include a king-size bed and a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi are provided as well. A hairdryer and a telephone are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked.

sport

Guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool area. Sun loungers and parasols are available on the sun terrace. Leisure options at the hotel include cycling/mountain biking, a gym and hiking. For a fee, guests can also enjoy golf and horse riding. Evening entertainment includes live music.

meals

Various dining options are available, including a restaurant, a breakfast room and a bar. Bed and breakfast is offered as a catering option. A continental breakfast gives guests many appetising reasons to get out of bed in the morning. Delicious set menus are available at lunch and dinner. Special culinary options, such as diet meals, are also available. The hotel also offers special catering options. The hotel offers a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

Amenities at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga

Facilities (12)

Air conditioningLobbyCurrency ExchangeConference RoomRoom ServiceLaundry ServicePetsElevator/ LiftLaundryParkingSmoking roomsWifi

Building Information (1)

Garden (m²)

Business Center and Conferences (1)

Business Center

Common Area (2)

ReceptionSun Deck

Distances (1)

Beach

Family and Kids (1)

Childcare service

General Services (4)

Luggage storageMultilingual StaffWake-up Call / ServiceWheelchair

Hygiene (4)

Contactless check-in/-outProtective equipment for employeesGym/ Fitness centreFirst-aid services

Meals (5)

Breakfast BuffetBreakfast ServedContinental BreakfastBarRestaurant

Object Information (1)

Fax

Room Facilities (6)

ShowerBathtubHairdryerTVRoom serviceToiletries

Security (2)

Fire extinguishersSecurity Guard

Sport/Entertainment (3)

Outdoor Pool(s)Swimming PoolGym

Transfers (1)

Airport Transfers

Location

Umhlanga, KwaZulu Natal - Durban, South Africa

2 Ncondo Place Umhlanga

What's nearby

Restaurants10m

Check-in from 2:00 PM · Check-out by 11:00 AM

Umhlanga, KwaZulu Natal - Durban, South Africa

2 Ncondo Place Umhlanga

What's nearby

Restaurants10m

Check-in from 2:00 PM · Check-out by 11:00 AM

User Rating & Reviews

3.8

Good

554 reviews

Value
Rooms
Cleanliness
Service

Excellent124
Very Good260
Average110
Poor39
Terrible21

Recent Reviews: 554

User: Durbs
Trip type: Couples
Outstanding
26 Mar 2026
We stayed 2 night at this hotel as were looking for a couple of nights to relax during a busy visit with family. It was just what we needed - quiet room, very comfortable bed and pillows and lovely sea view. The room had everything we needed and I loved being able to open the little balcony for fresh air and have a fridge to use. The pool area was well kept and very relaxing to sit at over our 2 d… We stayed 2 night at this hotel as were looking for a couple of nights to relax during a busy visit with family. It was just what we needed - quiet room, very comfortable bed and pillows and lovely sea view. The room had everything we needed and I loved being…
User: sanjaip2015
Trip type: Couples
Great stay
14 Mar 2026
We stayed there a few times in the last few months, we had an awesome time at the hotel, breakfast was excellent . The staff are very helpful , they are excellent !They accommodated our vegetarian needs at breakfast. Holiday Inn Express, Owner at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga By IHG, responded to this review Thank you for your ongoing and valued support. We are thrilled our hotel faci… We stayed there a few times in the last few months, we had an awesome time at the hotel, breakfast was excellent . The staff are very helpful , they are excellent !They accommodated our vegetarian needs at breakfast. Holiday Inn Express, Owner at Holiday In…
User: smcinto
Trip type: Solo travel
Great place to stay.
07 Mar 2026
Absolutely fantastic stay with great staff and facilities. Good breakfast selection and some of the best beds and pillows that I've ever slept on.A little trek to the beach but definitely worthwhile.I highly recommend staying here. Holiday Inn Express, Owner at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga By IHG, responded to this review Thank you for taking the time to share such wonderful feedback… Absolutely fantastic stay with great staff and facilities. Good breakfast selection and some of the best beds and pillows that I've ever slept on.A little trek to the beach but definitely worthwhile.I highly recommend staying here. Holiday Inn Express, Owne…
User: Wander52014966827
Trip type: Family
Extremely Disappointed by Rude and Discriminatory Kitchen Staff
13 Jul 2025
We’ve been loyal guests at this hotel for years and have always appreciated the warm and welcoming service from the reception staff—they’re truly lovely and a major reason we’ve continued to return. However, during our most recent stay, we felt compelled to finally speak up about the kitchen staff, who have repeatedly shown rude, unaccommodating, and frankly discriminatory behavior.We’ve overlooke… We’ve been loyal guests at this hotel for years and have always appreciated the warm and welcoming service from the reception staff—they’re truly lovely and a major reason we’ve continued to return. However, during our most recent stay, we felt compelled to fi…
User: abota2023
Trip type: Family
Budget friendly with Exceptional Customer Service
21 Apr 2025
Great experience. Wonderful customer service. Budget friendly. This hotel is a go to for my family & I. I have stayed at the Holiday Inn Express multiple times. I'm wowed by the smiles of the staff and they're friendly demeanor as they deal with clients. They are very accommodating right from the front desk to housekeeping. I arrived on Thursday and I had wanted to book an extra night and the… Great experience. Wonderful customer service. Budget friendly. This hotel is a go to for my family & I. I have stayed at the Holiday Inn Express multiple times. I'm wowed by the smiles of the staff and they're friendly demeanor as they deal with clients. T…

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