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 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Phumlane
South Africa South Africa
Breakfast was superb. Place was nearby UShaka marine world and entertainment, bolt was cheap to travel there.
Maphai
South Africa South Africa
The staff was excellent. It was my son's birthday & to both our surprises, the staff brought him cake. Thank you. I appreciate that. 🙏🏽 overalls, your staff is 101/100 %
Thuto
South Africa South Africa
The staff is very friendly, the rooms are very spacious and clean. The food from the restaurant is delicious!. We enjoyed our stay
Manana
South Africa South Africa
The standard is very high. Beautiful place, friendly staff and breakfast for kings
Tsakani
South Africa South Africa
The cleanliness of the hotel, loving and caring staff, yummy and delicious food 😋, and the fact that the hotel is situated in front of the beach ⛱️ and many more amenities.
Tsakani
South Africa South Africa
The fact that is at the beach front and nearer many amenities. The yummy food, breakfast and dinner. The cleanliness of the hotel
Fezeka
South Africa South Africa
I like their breakfast and the location, close to the sea and shops
Moeketsi
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The staff were so friendly and helpful, breakfast were so delicious and the cleaness of the facilities.
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 &...

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Room type
Number of guests
 
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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Hotel surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Fabulous breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$13.42 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
More food and drink
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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.