Durban International Convention Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Blue Lagoon - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
uShaka Marine World - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Durban Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Moses Mabhida Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
Getting around
Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
KFC - 6 min walk
KFC - 4 min walk
3 Piers Coffee Co - 10 min walk
Grand Bay Spur Steak Ranch - 9 min walk
Brasserie, Edward Hotel - 5 min walk
About this property
Metro Express
At Metro Express, you'll be a short five-minute drive from uShaka Marine World and Durban Beach. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Umhlanga Rocks Beach.
Languages
English, Xhosa, Zulu
At a glance
Hotel size
45 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Cash Breakage deposit: ZAR 200 per stay
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards.
Also known as
Metro Express Hotel
Metro Express Durban
Metro Express Hotel Durban
Frequently asked questions
Does Metro Express offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Metro Express 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.
Are pets allowed at Metro Express?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Metro Express?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Metro Express?
You can check in starting at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Metro Express?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (3-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Metro Express and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Durban International Convention Centre (11-min walk) and Sahara Stadium Kingsmead (0.9 mi), along with Playhouse (0.9 mi) and Blue Lagoon (0.9 mi).
What's the area around Metro Express like?
Metro Express is a short 7-minute walk from Golden Mile and 11 minutes' walk from Durban International Convention Centre.
Metro Express Reviews
Reviews
4.4
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5.0/10
Cleanliness
5.0/10
Staff & service
4.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
2.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Poor
3 December 2024
Bob Richard
Bob Richard, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
30 November 2024
Pathetic
Arrived to check-in but was not allowed to as there was miscommunication between App and the Hotel. Had to then pay the property direct for accommodation as I could not be helped by agents
Nishkar
Nishkar, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
30 September 2024
Matshediso
Matshediso, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
15 January 2019
Property has room for improvement
Air-con and plumbing issues
Innocentia
Innocentia, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 November 2018
Stay at Hotel express
oh it was so perfect. the Indian lady at reception made me and my sister feel so much at home.Thank you so much for the wonderful hospitality
Matshidiso
Matshidiso, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
3 September 2018
good
I did enjoy my stay at metro lodge
Siyabonga
Siyabonga, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
6 November 2024
Escroquerie. Cet hôtel n' a pas de réservation en ligne. Que hôtels.com me rembourse mon argent!