The Edward

–Excellent location - show map
+170 photos
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

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
  • Private parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Southern Sun Hotels
Hotel chain/brand
Southern Sun Hotels

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast info

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

  • Private parking at the hotel

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Availability

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2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
2 double beds
2 single beds
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Pertunia
South Africa South Africa
“Breakfast buffet was good 👍 the employees were friendly and the rooms were clean 👌”
Mike
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A lovely Hotel, a very warm welcome, our room was very large overlooking the Indian Ocean and the Promenade, as described in the details The Hotel is Art Deco design and kept pristine! The Staff are without exception courteous and friendly &...”
Dlamini
Eswatini Eswatini
“Breakfast was good and the location is fantastic near to the beach shops and night life”
Wilhelmina
South Africa South Africa
“The welcoming was more than 100% The rooms were very neat Everything was excellent”
Luyanda
South Africa South Africa
“I like everything about the hotel, staff were very friendly welcoming.”
Nolwazi
South Africa South Africa
“We enjoyed our stay,the swimming pool was clean,breakfast was the best,”
Nonhlanhla
South Africa South Africa
“First thing first welcoming attendance Clean and comfortable place rooms quiet cool decent hotel I really love service the Edward is number one and my favorite hotel please put more special promotions I thank you the Edward staff”
Pauline
South Africa South Africa
“Breakfast was tasty. The variety offered was great”
Zane
South Africa South Africa
“Breakfast was great and the pool was also good staff are always so friendly and polite.”
Thuli
South Africa South Africa
“The warm welcome at the reception, cleanliness, comfortable bed, delicious breakfast and the sea view”

Hotel surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Fabulous breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$13.45 per person.
  • Food
    Bread • Pastries • Pancakes • Butter • Cheese • Cold meat • Eggs • Yogurt • Fruit • Local specialities • Cooked/warm meals • Jam • Cereal
  • Drinks
    Coffee • Tea • Fruit juice
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
  • Service
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
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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 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 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.