Durban Point Travel Guide

Durban

uShaka Marine World showing signage and rides as well as a large group of people
uShaka Marine World featuring signage, marine life and a park
Photo by Marco Flammer
Photo by Marco Flammer

Popular places to visit

uShaka Marine World showing signage and rides as well as a large group of people

uShaka Marine World

Ride high-speed waterslides, explore the thrilling rope adventure park and witness dolphin, seal and shark shows at South Africa’s premier oceanfront waterpark.

uShaka Marine World
Durban Beach

Durban Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Durban Beach during your travels in Durban? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Durban Beach
Moses Mabhida Stadium

Moses Mabhida Stadium

Catch an event at Moses Mabhida Stadium during your trip to Durban. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Moses Mabhida Stadium
Golden Mile

Golden Mile

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Golden Mile might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Durban. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Golden Mile
Durban Botanical Gardens showing flowers, landscape views and a pond

Durban Botanical Gardens

Featuring pristine lawns, colorful flowerbeds, birdlife and a tea garden, these stunning gardens are also the setting for open-air concerts.

Durban Botanical Gardens

Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World during your time in Durban? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World

Things to do

Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

฿358
per adult
Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise
Magical Gondola Night Ride

Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban

฿367
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban
Durban sunset

Culture Walking Tour of Durban

฿2,021
per adult
Culture Walking Tour of Durban
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

฿367
per adult
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal
Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

฿202
per adult
Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise
Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

฿285
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise
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Top hotels in Durban Point

Point Waterfront Apartments

Point Waterfront Apartments

4 out of 5
5 Signal Rd, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is ฿2,666 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿2,666
฿3,066 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions uShaka Marine World and Durban Beach ...
8/10 Very Good! (86 reviews)
Objective
"The location, views and apartment is really good. There are however some maintenance issues that need to be attended to. The balcony sliding door didn't lock, the water from the shower still ran out under the door and there was the first sign of cockroaches. I would suggest a fumigation regime as ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Point Waterfront Apartments
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

4 out of 5
Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga Rocks, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is ฿3,532 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿3,532
฿4,103 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (161 reviews)
"The place is excellent"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
Parade Hotel

Parade Hotel

3 out of 5
191 OR Tambo/Marine Parade, North Beach, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a casino. Popular attractions uShaka Marine World and Durban Beach are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (460 reviews)

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

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Parade Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG

3 out of 5
2 Ncondo Place Umhlanga, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal
The price is ฿1,866 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿1,866
฿2,485 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (605 reviews)
"My stay at Holiday inn was excellent and the staff was very friendly."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG
Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre

Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre

3.5 out of 5
1 Durban Club Place, Margaret Mncadi Avenue, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions uShaka Marine World and Durban Beach are located ...
5.8/10 (43 reviews)
"The hotel has an amazing vintage architecture. The building is amazing however it needs a some tlc. The reception ladies are great, they made me feel welcomed specially that it was my first time in Durban. The security guards was really good, very welcoming as well. I had a wonderful stay at the ..."

Reviewed on 7 Apr 2025

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Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre
Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

3 out of 5
298 Percy Osborn Rd, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Durban Beach and uShaka Marine World are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (24 reviews)
Fantastic budget hotel
"This place was amazing. Clean, beautiful views, quiet area, large rooms. Staff were helpful and friendly and stay out of your way so you can do whatever you want to. The only issue is that the parking can be a bit difficult to manage with a large vehicle."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

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Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
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Other neighbourhoods around Durban Point

South Beach showing a sunset, surfing and landscape views

South Beach

3/5(5 area reviews)

South Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Harbour and Golden Mile.

South Beach
North Beach which includes a sandy beach and a sunset

North Beach

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

North Beach is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Blue Lagoon or Golden Mile while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

North Beach
Durban featuring heritage architecture and a mosque

Durban Central Business District

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Travellers come to Durban Central Business District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Workshop Mall and Harbour while you're in town.

Durban Central Business District
North Beach showing a city, a hotel and a coastal town

Durban Beachfront

4/5(2 area reviews)

Durban Beachfront is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Blue Lagoon or Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Durban Beachfront
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Windermere

Windermere is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Florida Road and African Art Centre.

Windermere
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Essenwood

Visitors to Essenwood like its beaches and restaurants, and Killie Campbell Africana Library is a sight worth a stop.

Essenwood

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