Durban Hotel Shuttles

Famous for its diverse culture that includes a little bit of India, a little bit of Africa, and a whole lot of colonialism, Durban is a coastal haven renowned for miles-long beach front sprinkled with casinos and amusement parks. The city offers minimal public transportation and half an hour’s drive from King Shaka International, making personal rides more than necessary for seeing the sights. Consider a private vehicle to make things intimate, either going with a small sedan for solo trips across the beach or family-friendly SUVs perfect for taking things slow. Meet-and-greet services are also ideal for business travelers heading to the massive Durban Exhibition Centre, whether it be through an informative local personal driver or quick taxi.

With so many hotels and neighborhoods to choose from, arriving to Durban is only half the battle. Book the right stay to make everything click, choosing between various waterfront properties along the festive O R Tambo Parade. Popular choices include swanky North Beach stays like Suncoast Towers, an art deco-themed oasis filled with buffet restaurants and a slot-filled casino, while South Beach offers an all-suite choice complimented by balconies. Other cool options can be found in the water-wrapped ambiance of Durban Point, located south of South Beach and providing easy access to the tremendously popular uShaka Marine World through The Spinnaker’s high-rise rooms. And for those interested in staying close to downtown vibrant Grey Street Complex, choose between a few low-cost options like the Riviera Hotel and The Royal Hotel, both of which look out at the Durban Marina.

From the thrilling to the tranquil, Durban not only offers an incredible array of hotels but cool one-of-a-kind landmarks worthy of at least one visit. Take the family out to various theme parks that include uShaka Marine World’s massive water park, aquarium and dolphin shows, afterward going on tranquil walks through Durban Botanic Garden’s space known for being the continent’s oldest official botanical garden. On the far north end of the city rest various natural attractions such as the surreal parrots at Umgeni River Bird Park as well as boardwalk views of swamps and forests at the Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve. And a moment’s peace at the end of the day, consider going on a sunset boat ride via the Zulumoon Gondolas, afterward grabbing dinner from a handful of delightful sit-down restaurants that include sky-high Italian at Roma Revolving Restaurant and must-have seafood from Ocean Basket off Marine Parade.