About this property

Located in Umhlanga Ridge, Holiday Inn Express Durban-Umhlanga is just 900 metres from Gateway Theatre of Shopping. La Lucia Ridge offices are a 2-minute drive away. The hotel offers secure undergound parking at R50 per vehicle per day and features 24 hour security for peace-of-mind. All rooms at Holiday Inn Express Durban-Umhlanga are equipped with a work desk, electronic safe, mini fridge (not stocked), tea/coffee making facilities and a private bathroom with signature Power Shower. Each room is air conditioned and has a 32" TV with a limited DStv satellite bouquet. Our Double Rooms feature a sleeper couch, which can be made up on request and can sleep a maximum of 2 children under 16. The hotels offers free, unlimited Wi-fi throughout. A complimentary Express Start Buffet Breakfast is served each morning and consists of a full continental spread (muffins, pastries, breads, cheeses, fruit, yoghurts, cereals, juices, coffees), as well as 5 hot items, including the standard favourites of scrambled eggs and bacon. If you don't have time to sit and eat breakfast, you can grab something from our Grab & Go section and have your coffee on the go. Whilst the hotel does not have its own restaurant, the popular Butcher Block Steak House is located right next to our pool area. We have a great relationship with Butcher Block and guests are able to sign their bill back to their room. The Butcher Block restaurant serves lunch and dinner daily. In the evenings, guests can enjoy a drink at our Great Room Bar before heading out to experience the Durban nightlife. Spend lazy summer days around the pool, which features pool loungers and does not have a lifeguard on duty. Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga is perfectly located 15 minutes by car from King Shaka International Airport and only 16kms from the Durban ICC.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Buffet

    • Private parking at the hotel

    • Loyal customers

    • There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 double bed
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1 sofa bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
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1 sofa bed
1 double bed
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1 sofa bed
1 double bed
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1 sofa bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
2 single beds
2 single beds
2 single beds
2 single beds
1 double bed
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1 sofa bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Michelle
    South Africa South Africa
    I like the location, the facilities, breakfast and the staff is exceptionally good and friendly. Value for money definately. Holiday Inn express is my new home away from my Johannesburg home.
  • Zanele
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff is exception... The breakfast team was awesome. She literally paid attention to us, she is very attentive. The receptionist, the beautiful bold lady. Was out highlight. We loved her
  • Andrew
    South Africa South Africa
    From the moment I parked, to the reception, room and breakfast, all excellent. Staff were fantastic
  • Nomvula
    South Africa South Africa
    It was beautiful and safe and the breakfast was exceptional.
  • Nosipho
    South Africa South Africa
    The room was amazing there was a gym, breakfast was okay.
  • Lars
    Sweden Sweden
    Priceworthy stay, not the first time, I stay here every year on my way with groups to safari. So I usually brings 14-16 guests here too. Good breakfast and helpful personel. Close to shopping center if some bags hasn't arrived with the airplanes.
  • Janice
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    staff - absolutely fantastic, nothing too much trouble, rooms comfortable clean, bed linen and towels really clean and comfortable, rooms not noisy, bed comfortable, tea and coffee making facilities replenished. Breakfast excellent - varied and...
  • Augustine
    South Africa South Africa
    The location of the property is just perfect. Also, the property is well-maintained. 👌
  • Phume
    South Africa South Africa
    Excellent location, lovely staff, a very cosy and comfortable hotel.
  • Sibanyoni
    South Africa South Africa
    Very Clean and the rooms are spacious. Luxurious and feels like home

Hotel surroundings

House rules

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the credit card used to book the accommodation will need to be presented upon check-in.

Please note that there are construction activities taking place at neighbouring building sites. During this period, guests may experience some noise or light disturbances.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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