Durban Central Business District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with a prominent stadium, dense urban buildings, and surrounding greenery.
A large sand sculpture of a rhinoceros with the words "STOP RHINO POACHING" on its side.
A sunset over the ocean with a silhouette of trees in the foreground.
A coastal cityscape at dusk with a beach, a pier, and illuminated buildings.
A coastal cityscape at night with a beach, high-rise buildings, and a busy parking area.

Stay near popular Durban Central Business District attractions

Durban International Convention Centre

8.2/10 (59 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Durban International Convention Centre during your trip to Durban. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

Picture 10 for Activity Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf

Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf

NZ$19
per adult
Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf
Picture 1 for Activity Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

NZ$13
per adult
Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise
Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

Durban: 1-Hour Premium Ocean / Harbour Boat Cruise

NZ$24
per adult
Durban: 1-Hour Premium Ocean / Harbour Boat Cruise
Culture Walking Tour of Durban

Culture Walking Tour of Durban

NZ$118
per adult
Culture Walking Tour of Durban
Picture 9 for Activity Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

NZ$17
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

NZ$27
per adult
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal
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Our pick of the best Durban Central Business District Hotel Deals

The Royal Hotel

The Royal Hotel

3 out of 5
267 Smith Street Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NZ$96 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$96
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Durban City Hall and Durban Art Gallery are located ...
The Royal Hotel
Road Lodge Durban

Road Lodge Durban

1 out of 5
Cnr Bram Fischer and K E Masinga Roads Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NZ$112 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
NZ$112
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kwa Muhle Museum and The Old Fort are located ...
8.2/10 Very good! (468 reviews)
"Clean room"

Reviewed on 7 June 2026

Road Lodge Durban
Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre

Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre

3.5 out of 5
1 Durban Club Place Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NZ$91 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$91
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Playhouse and Farewell Square are located nearby.
Durban Manor Hotel & Conference Centre
Bayside 97 Russel street

Bayside 97 Russel street

2 out of 5
97 Russell St Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NZ$84 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
NZ$84
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Old House Museum and Wilson's Wharf are located ...
7/10 Good! (2 reviews)
"Advertised pictures look more neat than the actual place. Cupboards had no shelves but only hanger rails. Bathroom basin slightly blocked (water slowly drained). No PARKING at Facility! Used nearby dodgy parking facility charged per day and night! Hotel cleaners not trusted, watch chargers got stolen. ..."

Reviewed on 18 June 2026

Bayside 97 Russel street
BAYSIDE SUITES HOTEL

BAYSIDE SUITES HOTEL

2 out of 5
121 West St Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NZ$110 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$110
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Old Courthouse Museum and BAT Centre are located ...
7/10 Good! (2 reviews)
"I found it funny that this Bayside is called Bayside Suites when some of the other bayside Hotels are much nicer inside. They must work on this. My room has a hole in the ceiling. They must fix."

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

BAYSIDE SUITES HOTEL
The Albany Hotel

The Albany Hotel

3 out of 5
225 Smith Street / 225 Anton Lembede Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is NZ$80 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$80
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Durban. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Old Courthouse Museum ...
The Albany Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Durban Central Business District

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A sunset over a beach with palm trees and a bridge.
Photo by Bhavesh Mistry
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Durban Beachfront

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.

A paved walkway along a beach with cyclists and a map sign.

South Beach

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

A beach with a pier extending into the water, a thatched umbrella, and a person sitting on the sand.

North Beach

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.

A coastal cityscape with a bridge over water, dense green forest, and urban buildings.

Morningside

Morningside is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Florida Road and Mitchell Park Zoo.

A tropical theme park entrance with a shark sign, palm trees, and a thatched-roof building.

Durban Point

While visiting Durban Point, you might make a stop by sights like uShaka Marine World and Addington Beach.

Durban Central Business District Travel Guide

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