Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Umhlanga Rocks Beach

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG

Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Outdoor pool
Buffet
Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga, an IHG Hotel, is a coastal gem where the ocean meets warm hospitality. Start your day with a free breakfast buffet and unwind by the outdoor pool or explore the garden. With in-room WiFi, dry cleaning services, and helpful staff who receive top marks from guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Self parking
  • Babysitting
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is HK$472
HK$622 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 16 of 16 rooms

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

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

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 curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Smoking, Ocean View

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Smoking

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Smoking

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Smoking

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Smoking, Balcony

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

Similar properties

Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!

About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Umhlanga Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • 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 Main Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Legacy Yard
  • The Barón
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • KAUAI
  • ‪Col'Cacchio pizzeria - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG

When you stay at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Durban Beach and Umhlanga Rocks Beach. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a 24-hour fitness centre, a fitness centre and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 234 rooms
    • Arranged over 8 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

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.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (ZAR 50.00 per day)

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
LOB_HOTELS

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 2010
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 99
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance

ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

MONETIZATION_ON

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 900 per vehicle (return. Maximum occupancy 3)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 1200.00

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 1 and 18 costs ZAR 900 (return)

Parking

  • Self-parking costs ZAR 50.00 per day

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
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.

National rating

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

Also known as

Holiday Inn Express Durban Umhlanga Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Durban Umhlanga
Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlang Hotel Umhlanga Rocks
Express Durban Umhlanga By Ihg
Holiday Inn Express Durban Umhlanga
Holiday Inn Express Durban Umhlanga by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Durban Umhlanga an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG Hotel
"Holiday Inn Express Durban Umhlanga an IHG Hotel"
Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG Umhlanga
Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG Hotel Umhlanga

HELP_OUTLINE

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG?

Yes. Self-parking costs ZAR 50.00 per day.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request. The charge is ZAR 900 per vehicle return.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of ZAR 1200.00.

Is there an on-site casino at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Sibaya Casino (8-min drive) and Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (11-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as boat tours, scuba-diving and body boarding, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness centre and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG is a short 6-minute walk from Umhlanga Hospital and 7 minutes' walk from Gateway Theatre of Shopping.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Breakfast
Room
Location
Food
Value

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a welcome bonus and very good, with many guests praising its quality and variety. (11 reviews)
AI Sparkle IconFrom real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Very attentive staff, thank you.
NGONILE, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Efficient staff,rooms are cleaned thoroughly every day by hardworking staff.Thumbs up to cleaning ,cooking and admin staff
Linda, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent service at the front desk! Breakfast was great.
Reshma, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Amazing stay a with friendly helpful hotel staff.
Ashveer, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

very nice property, good staff
Mr Ashwin, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Enjoyable stay

Quick overnight stay. Everything was perfect
Massador, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

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.
Ahmed, 8-night trip

8/10 Good

Fantastic staff throughout all departments.
Erisha, 14-night trip

8/10 Good

Great Business Travel

,Great for business travelers convenient location, wifi and no loss of power.
MORRIS, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Great Place to Stay in Durban

Great location, friendly staff, good ambience, clean and safe hotel.
Abdul, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Yes, my wife and I enjoyed the stay and staff were very friendly and helpful. will definitely recommend it to family and friends
Clyde, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The usual good experience at holiday inn hotel chain.
Nkosana, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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.
Claudia, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

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
1-night trip

8/10 Good

Enjoyed the stay at Holiday Inn Umhlanga in a quiet safe, quiet and walkable neighbourhood of South Africa.
Chisenga, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very comfortable and pleasant.

The staff were extremely helpful and very good.Breakfast was really top notch.
Romy, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Not for me

Our stay was average. There was no room service and the TV did not work.
Fatima, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic all around
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The entire facility was in pristine condition. And the staff was very accommodating.
Gerald, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Stayed here for four nights. Staff are friendly. Hotel is of a good standard for the price paid. Good breakfast included to
Anthony, 4-night trip

8/10 Good

I had an exceptional stay.staff were excellent and friendly. Only glitch is the shower,very slow water coming through needs to be checked
Feroze, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very clean, affordable and good service
Gyan, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The staff were incredible. So friendly and welcoming
Michael, 4-night trip

8/10 Good

One night, clean and confortable. Nice staff. Perfect.
Sandro, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Fanatastic. No hassles.Staff offered excellent service!
Shahendrai, 3-night trip