- City view
- Swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Balcony
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
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About this property
Situated 100 metres from the beach along Durban's Golden Mile, The Edward overlooks the Indian Ocean. Decorated in an Art Deco style, the hotel features features a panoramic roof-top pool, ideal for sunbathing and sundown cocktails. Guests will add their name to the long list of princes and presidents, millionaires and celebrities that stayed overnight since The Edward opened its doors in 1911. Half of the recently refurbished rooms offer uninterrupted ocean views. They are all decorated in a classic style with wooden features and rich fabrics, but also include satellite flat-screen TVs and an intimate reading area. Facilities of the hotel also include a gym and room service. Guests can enjoy walking or cycling on the promenade adjacent to the hotel. On-site parking and an airport shuttle are available for a surcharge. King Shaka International Airport is located 32 km away while uShaka Marine World and ICC Durban are both 1.5 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Private parking
- Family rooms
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar

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Guests who stayed here loved
- Benney
Australia
“Very clean and well presented. Staff very polite and helpful. Breakfast and dinner very tasty and good variety. Security good.” - Marina
South Africa
“The reception was good, the rooms very clean and the breakfast was also excellent” - Mabitsa
South Africa
“I liked everything, from the arrival, we got a very warm welcome, all the sfaff were so good to us,and everything was marvellous 💯👌Honestly I'm out of words, Breakfast was so hmmmm wow so delicious💯👌” - Mokoena
South Africa
“1.Recepltion Andy and the other guy forgot his name,verry good guys best servise ever 2.Room ,super clean and verry welcoming and the best sea view 3.Breakfast,..to die for,,best omlettes,, 4.i will never finish ,this was the best hotel ever ,i...” - Khumalo
South Africa
“Location was amazing and the breakfast was amazing” - Kokiey
South Africa
“I liked the service, you'll never feel out of place or isolated everybody is super friendly❤️ouuuu and boy do the place smells good.” - Nomsa
South Africa
“It’s beautiful, the staff was awesome, the breakfast was nice” - Kagiso
South Africa
“The hotel staff made the stay worthwhile, me and my son now have a home away from home. I love The Edward, you guys have stolen our hearts.” - Mpume
South Africa
“It was good for me and the staff did welcome me and the kitchen staff were excellent too. The room was tidy and clean” - Gumede
South Africa
“Food and the room it was delicious even doh I ate Chicken n avo salad I ordered 3 times even take away with my hubby . Sea view perfect sound from out dazn affect us . It sound proofed . Even got upgrade to sea view thank u so much ... 💗 💓 💖”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Brasserie
- CuisineAfrican • American • Cajun/Creole • Chinese • British • French • Greek • Indian • Italian • Malaysian • Mediterranean • Mexican • Middle Eastern • Pizza • Portuguese • Seafood • Steakhouse • Thai • Australian • Local • Asian • International • Grill/BBQ • South African
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
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.




The fine print
Please note the hotel offers wireless internet in the guest rooms. The first 500MB per day, per room is free, thereafter charges apply.
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.
Please inform The Edward in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.