| upgraded rooms add sitting areas, whirlpool baths, and/or balconies or patios. there's a charming restaurant with exposed wood beams. the warmly furnished rooms offer free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and minibars. an airport shuttle is available (surcharge). the 1- and 2-bedroom suites feature separate living rooms. other amenities include an outdoor pool, a deck with sunloungers, and a playground, as well as a library. surrounded by a hectare of gardens, this laid-back, family-run hotel with a thatched roof is 5 km from the walking trails of paradise valley nature reserve and 40 km from king shaka international airport. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm
King Shaka International Airport 35 min
Paradise Valley (8 min)
Expansive nature preserve with a river, waterfall & 4 trails starting at the interpretive center. uShaka Marine World (22 min)
Family-friendly seafront aquarium & water park with a snorkeling lagoon & shark cage dives. Golden Mile Beach (19 min)
This popular gold-sand beach features several piers, plus a promenade with eateries & more. Moses Mabhida Stadium (19 min)
Bold, state-of-the-art, 56,000-seat stadium for soccer & events, with a panoramic viewing platform. Golden Mile Durban (18 min) Umgeni River Bird Park (18 min)
Expansive bird center with exotic species, offering educational programs & shows in a lush setting. Mitchell Park Zoo (18 min)
Zoo featuring a variety of small animals, plus an aviary, a playground, a tea garden & more. MINITOWN (19 min)
Opened in 1969, this nonprofit park offers city & other landmarks in 1:24 scale, plus a snack stand. Durban Botanic Gardens (15 min)
Orchids, palms, birds & reptiles in Africa's oldest botanic garden, plus a lake & arboretum. Krantzkloof Nature Reserve (17 min)
Nature preserve for scenic picnics & hikes overlooking 2 gorges, with bird & wildlife viewing. New Germany Nature Reserve (8 min)
Nature reserve with an interpretive education center, self-guided walks, wildlife & an aviary. Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park (22 min)
Single-track bike trails & hiking routes in a dramatic canyon landscape, plus swimming at waterfall. Suncoast Casino, Hotels and Entertainment (20 min)
Spacious oceanfront casino offering a hotel, restaurants, shopping, games & other entertainment. uShaka Sea World Aquarium (23 min)
Vibrant marine life center with dolphin & seal shows, shark-tank dives & many other activities. | 
