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City Lodge Hotel Durban

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near uShaka Marine World

Photo gallery for City Lodge Hotel Durban

Property entrance
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Double Room, Non Smoking
Lobby sitting area
Business centre

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May

Explore the area

Map
Cor Brickhill And Old Fort Rds, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4056
  • Durban International Convention Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Durban Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • uShaka Marine World
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Non Smoking

Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Accessible, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Durban

At City Lodge Hotel Durban you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of The Old Fort and Durban International Convention Centre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Durban hotel, attractions include uShaka Marine World and Umhlanga Rocks Beach.

What's nearby

  • Durban International Convention Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Durban Beach - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • uShaka Marine World - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Joe Cool's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Grill Jichana - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Vrushiks Vegetarian Foods - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Milky Lane - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪3 Piers Coffee Co - ‬10 min walk

About this property

City Lodge Hotel Durban

Hotel with free parking, near uShaka Marine World
City Lodge Hotel Durban offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. A terrace, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly City Lodge Hotel Durban. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Durban hotel is smoke free.

  • 160 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1988
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
City Lodge Hotel Durban offers 160 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee: ZAR 165 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Built in 1988
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at City Lodge Hotel Durban

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 165 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 385 per person (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at City Lodge Hotel Durban?

City Lodge Hotel Durban offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at City Lodge Hotel Durban?

As of 16 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Lodge Hotel Durban on 28 May 2025 start from NZ$120.89, including 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 parking available at City Lodge Hotel Durban?

Yep, City Lodge Hotel Durban has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to City Lodge Hotel Durban?

Yep, City Lodge Hotel Durban is a short 11-minute walk from Golden Mile. Fun beach activities include scuba diving.

Does City Lodge Hotel Durban have a pool?

City Lodge Hotel Durban has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Is City Lodge Hotel Durban family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that City Lodge Hotel Durban is a hit with families.

Does City Lodge Hotel Durban serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is on offer on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at City Lodge Hotel Durban?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at City Lodge Hotel Durban?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at City Lodge Hotel Durban?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at City Lodge Hotel Durban?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

City Lodge Hotel Durban Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 258 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 258 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 258 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 258 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 258 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

vianney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerda M

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

👍 Great

The service was excellent 👌
Outdoor area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Howard

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Good

Nice experience
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mervyn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a good stay ,one knows what to expect from a City Lodge, and, they deliver. The stay pleasant, the staff are great, friendly and efficient. The room is good, probably needs an upgrade (my humble opinion), the bed is comfortable and the bathroom is adequate. The shower door did not shut fully and was somewhat bothersome. I did not have time for breakfast, but, I know that the breakfast here is good. Decent variety, very fresh and really nice staff to give you a good start to your day. I would stay here again, it's a good choice at a fairly reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mrs HC

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Stuart

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Treating guests like children.

Nice hotel, just quite disturbing that as a smoker, you cannot go outside at the pool area to the smoking area after 9PM. They lock the door. So, in essence you are treated like a child, or a criminal and have to go out the front to the parking lot to have a cigarette. This also compromises your safety. I probably will NEVER stay there again, as this is the first hotel I have stayed in ever that does this and definately the ONLY CLHG establishment in the group that does this. A hotel and public area amenities are supposed to be avialable 24/7.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elzabe

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Philile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Nathan

Liked: Staff & service

Door lock didn't work

I feel very mixed about this hotel. The staff was quite nice checking us in, the pool seemed nice, and the restaurant was fairly nice as well. The halls smelled, our door did not lock (like not even a little bit), and a staff member opened our door two hours before checkout without knocking (and without using a key, just pushing the very unlockable door open). Luckily they had a safe, and no other incidents occured.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thembakazi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was good I even wish to came back again 👌💞
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Chaista

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worst ever. The cleaning staff are noisy at 7am in the morning .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nkazimulo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Tanith

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

City Lodge Baevacation

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Ahsif

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy and Comfortable sray, the staff are so welcoming and efficient at check-in. The hotelnis nuce and clean, a bit dated (my opinion) but a good, wholesome experience. The room is nice and neat, the shower us really good, big enough and very relsxing after a long day. That bed, I want to stick it in my bag and take it home. The breakfast, very good, decent variety and tasty and generous. Overall, impressive, I would return.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Silindile

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

Its a lovely place to be.....from the sta

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Xolani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Russell

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great bang for your buck, 5 minute walk to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Bhekzizwe

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023