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Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Umhlanga Rocks Beach

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Exterior
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Exterior
Outdoor pool
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is ₩84,882
₩110,336 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Smoking, Ocean View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Smoking, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Smoking, Ocean View

Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible, Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible, Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Smoking

View from room

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Balcony

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Smoking, Balcony

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Smoking, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Smoking, Ocean View (Balcony)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Smoking, Ocean View (Balcony)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
2 Ncondo Place Umhlanga, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320

What's nearby

  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Legacy Yard - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Checkers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kauai Umhlanga - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Barón - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG

Hotel near Durban Beach
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Self parking (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Meeting rooms, a 24-hour front desk, and a computer station
  • A banquet hall, multilingual staff, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 234 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request
  • Self parking on site (ZAR 50 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out fee: ZAR 1200.00

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 900 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 900 (roundtrip), (from 1 to 18 years old)
  • Self parking fee: ZAR 50.00 per day
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 1200.00

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Durban Umhlanga
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Umhlanga Durban
Holiday Inn Express Umhlanga Durban
Holiday Inn Express Durban Umhlanga Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Durban Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlang Hotel Umhlanga Rocks
Holiday Inn Express Durban

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG?

As of Jul 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG on Jul 13, 2025 start from ₩84,882, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG?

Self parking is available for ZAR 50.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for ZAR 1200.00.

Does Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–9:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 900 per vehicle applies.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Umhlanga Hospital, KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board, and Gateway Theatre of Shopping. Ster-Kinekor Gateway and Umhlanga Lighthouse are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 247 out of 582 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 222 out of 582 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 582 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 582 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 582 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness
Efficient staff,rooms are cleaned thoroughly every day by hardworking staff.Thumbs up to cleaning ,cooking and admin staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

NGONILE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive staff, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reshma

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service at the front desk! Breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashveer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay a with friendly helpful hotel staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mr Ashwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice property, good staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Massador

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay

Quick overnight stay. Everything was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

DEFINITELY A PLACE TO STAY IN DURBAN

All staff very courteous , friendly and helpful. Very nice breakfast. Very clean place and surrounding . Will definetly come again.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Erisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff throughout all departments.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

MORRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Business Travel

,Great for business travelers convenient location, wifi and no loss of power.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Abdul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Place to Stay in Durban

Great location, friendly staff, good ambience, clean and safe hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clyde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes, my wife and I enjoyed the stay and staff were very friendly and helpful. will definitely recommend it to family and friends
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Fatima

Not for me

Our stay was average. There was no room service and the TV did not work.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nkosana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The usual good experience at holiday inn hotel chain.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great for short getaway or business

Great spot right amongst all the hustle and bustle of Umhlanaga Ridge. Access to resturants shops spas and much more within 10min. Oceanviews
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel for business trips

Great stay. Clean comfortable room, very fast check-in (always a plus) and yummy breakfast buffet. Perfect for business trips.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Chisenga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the stay at Holiday Inn Umhlanga in a quiet safe, quiet and walkable neighbourhood of South Africa.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Romy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very comfortable and pleasant.

The staff were extremely helpful and very good.Breakfast was really top notch.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic all around
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire facility was in pristine condition. And the staff was very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Feroze

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had an exceptional stay.staff were excellent and friendly. Only glitch is the shower,very slow water coming through needs to be checked
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for four nights. Staff are friendly. Hotel is of a good standard for the price paid. Good breakfast included to
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were incredible. So friendly and welcoming
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, affordable and good service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Sandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night, clean and confortable. Nice staff. Perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shahendrai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fanatastic. No hassles.Staff offered excellent service!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023