The Edward

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Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous
  • City view
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping

Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Superior Double Double Room
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Beds: 2 double beds
Free cot available on request
Free stay for your child
Non-refundable
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Breakfast included
US$83 per night
Original price
US$277.01
Bonus savings
- US$27.70
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Total before taxes
US$249.31
US$83 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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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.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Beachfront
  • Free cot available on request
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Southern Sun Hotels

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Asian, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Rooms with:

  • Sea view

  • Private parking at the hotel

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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Superior Double Double Room
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Beds: 2 double beds
Free cot available on request
Free stay for your child
Non-refundable
Pay online
Sea view
Breakfast included
US$83 per night
Original price
US$277.01
Bonus savings
- US$27.70
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
US$249.31
US$83 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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Standard Twin Room
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Continental breakfast included
  • 2 single beds
US$194 for 3 nights
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Standard Double Room
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Continental breakfast included
  • 1 double bed
US$194 for 3 nights
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Superior Twin Room
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Continental breakfast included
  • 2 single beds
US$237 for 3 nights
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Executive Room Twin Beds Non Smoking
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Continental breakfast included
  • 2 single beds
US$243 for 3 nights
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Suite
  • Non-refundable
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Continental breakfast included
  • 1 extra-large double bed
US$694 for 3 nights
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Presidential Suite
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Continental breakfast included
  • 1 extra-large double bed
US$1,109 for 3 nights
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Superior Double Double Room
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 2 double beds
Free cot available on request
Room
603 feet²
Sea view
Rooftop pool
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Sofa
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Hairdryer
  • Carpeted
  • Wake-up service
  • Laptop safe
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$83 per night
Original price
US$277.01
Bonus savings
- US$27.70
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
US$249.31
US$83 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Excluded: 15 % VAT, 1 % Tourism fee
  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • Free stay for your child
Standard Twin Room
  • 2 single beds
Free cot available on request
Room
226 feet²
City view
Rooftop pool
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$65 per night
Original price
US$216.06
Bonus savings
- US$21.61
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Total before taxes
US$194.45
US$65 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
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  • discount may be available
Standard Double Room
  • 1 double bed
Room
226 feet²
City view
Rooftop pool
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$65 per night
Original price
US$216.06
Bonus savings
- US$21.61
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
US$194.45
US$65 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
10% off
10% off
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Excluded: 15 % VAT, 1 % Tourism fee
  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
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  • discount may be available
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Superior Twin Room
  • 2 single beds
Free cot available on request
Room
355 feet²
Sea view
Rooftop pool
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$79 per night
Original price
US$263.47
Bonus savings
- US$26.35
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Total before taxes
US$237.12
US$79 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Excluded: 15 % VAT, 1 % Tourism fee
  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
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Executive Room Twin Beds Non Smoking
  • 2 single beds
Free cot available on request
Room
280 feet²
Rooftop pool
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$81 per night
Original price
US$270.24
Bonus savings
- US$27.02
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Total before taxes
US$243.21
US$81 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
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Suite
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
Private suite
581 feet²
Balcony
Sea view
Rooftop pool
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$231 per night
Original price
US$771.43
Bonus savings
- US$77.14
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Total before taxes
US$694.29
US$231 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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10% off
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Excluded: 15 % VAT, 1 % Tourism fee
  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Presidential Suite
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Free cot available on request
Private suite
1109 feet²
Balcony
Sea view
Rooftop pool
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$370 per night
Original price
US$1,231.99
Bonus savings
- US$123.20
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
US$1,108.79
US$370 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
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Guests who stayed here loved

Banyana
South Africa South Africa
“Hotel is very clean ,food excellent and staff very friendly and loving”
Jonathan
South Africa South Africa
“Very enjoyable stay I appreciated the photographs of durban in the nineteenth and twentieth century on the walls of every floor I needed an additional sheet which was supplied”
Robert
Poland Poland
“A very nice hotel compared to others in this location. A hotel with history and soul. The restaurant is decorated in a colonial style, but tastefully and with atmosphere. Delicious breakfast with a wide selection of dishes. Ocean views from the...”
Wandile
Eswatini Eswatini
“The staff was so welcoming and helpful. Nicole is the the best.”
Themba
South Africa South Africa
“facilities,breakfast,serenity,everything is jut fabulous”
Victoria
South Africa South Africa
“The receptionist Cebo was very sweet and welcoming. Wen I called the restaurant the lady By the name Zothile Nkomo was very kind and even told me that I can ask for a breakfast pack if I don't like buffet.. Overall all the staff members are kind...”
Beauty
South Africa South Africa
“Delicious hot breakfast was served by friendly staff 😋 The hotel is everything ❤️ 😍 💖 the property is very clean, the staff us friendly and accomodative perfect 🥰 from the security, receptionist, room servicing and the kitchen 💞 👌 perfect...”
Moremane
South Africa South Africa
“The surroundings.. Everything was near and perfect”
Nkhensani
South Africa South Africa
“The hotel was clean and all around good. The breakfast selection was great.”
Xolelwa
South Africa South Africa
“The staff was very helpful and friendly, the atmosphere was nice and welcoming. The hotel is at the centre of almost everything.the food was great 😊”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Brasserie
  • Cuisine
    African • 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 for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Edward

Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Beachfront
  • Free cot available on request

House rules

The Edward 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
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

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

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 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners Club Cash is not accepted
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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.