Name: Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga By Ihg
Address: 2 Ncondo Place, Cnr Ncondo Place & Ntusi Road, Off Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320
Price range: US$74+
Rating: 8.3

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About the Hotel

2 Ncondo Place, Cnr Ncondo Place & Ntusi Road, Off Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Durban, 4320

Near the beach

Great

8.8

9.0

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4.0

Loved by Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga By Ihg guests

Great breakfast

Helpful staff

Spacious room

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga By Ihg - Affordable ocean-view accommodations with proximity to Umhlanga Beach and Gateway Theatre of Shopping

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga By Ihg, a 3-star hotel (rated 8.8/10 on Booking.com), features contemporary rooms with Indian Ocean or city views, work desks, mini-fridges, and Power Shower-equipped bathrooms. A complimentary Express Start Breakfast buffet includes five hot items and continental options in the maritime-themed Great Room. The hotel offers an outdoor pool and a mini-gym, with two air-conditioned meeting rooms and secure underground parking (50 ZAR/day). Located 900m from Gateway Theatre of Shopping and 13km from King Shaka International Airport, guests meet for Castle beers at the Great Room bar before dining at adjacent Butcher Block steakhouse.

Pros

Complimentary Express Start Breakfast with hot and continental options

Outdoor pool with ocean-view deck

Mini-gym with treadmill, stationary bike, and free weights

Secure underground parking available (50 ZAR/day)

900m from Gateway Theatre of Shopping with surf center and climbing wall

Cons

No complimentary shuttle service to the airport (13km away)

Limited dining options on-site (one adjacent restaurant)

Select your room type

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga By Ihg offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Double Room Sofa Bed
2 persons
250 sq. feet
1 Double bed and 1 Sofa bed
Air conditioning
Heating
room details
Standard Twin Room Balcony Smoking
2 persons
230 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Air conditioning
Balcony
room details
Superior Twin Room Smoking
2 persons
230 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Air conditioning
Heating
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Facilities

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga By Ihg offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.8/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Golf course

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga By Ihg Location

2 Ncondo Place, Cnr Ncondo Place & Ntusi Road, Off Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Durban, 4320

Map view

City landmarks

Beach

uMhlanga Main Beach

1.1 mi

Landmark

Wavepark Gateway

3100 ft

Lighthouse

uMhlanga Lighthouse

1.3 mi

Harbour

Whalebone Pier

1.2 mi

Landmark

Palm Boulevard

3100 ft

Landmark

Natal Shark Board

3800 ft

Landmark

Parking Area

3100 ft

Park

Chris Saunders Park

2700 ft

Landmark

Gateway Mall

5000 ft

Landmark

Granada Square Shopping Centre

4000 ft

Landmark

Makiwa Gallery

4400 ft

Landmark

Africa Art Gallery

1.1 mi

Event hall

Kwazulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre of Excellence

2200 ft

Theatre

The Barnyard Theatre

2100 ft

Landmark

Cinema Nouveau

2100 ft

Theatre

The Barnyard

2100 ft

Nearby

Event hall

Kwazulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre of Excellence

1300 ft

Restaurants

McDonald's Umhlanga

1400 ft

317 Umhlanga Rocks Drive

Sugarlicious

3100 ft

shop 2

Krispy Kreme

3300 ft

1 Palm Boulevard

Explore Durban

Explore Umhlanga's Treasures

uMhlanga Main Beach

20 minutes' walk

Golden sands and vibrant waves make this beach ideal for sunbathing, swimming, and enjoying seaside activities.

Wavepark Gateway

12 minutes' walk

An exciting water park featuring slides and wave pools for family fun, perfect for thrill-seekers of all ages.

Kwazulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre

5 minutes' walk

This educational center offers fascinating insights into shark conservation, including informative displays and videos.

uMhlanga Lighthouse

25 minutes' walk

A historic landmark with scenic views; visitors can enjoy walks along the promenade by the ocean while taking in the sights.

Surfing Lessons

20 minutes' walk

Local surf schools offer lessons for all levels at uMhlanga Main Beach, ensuring thrill and adventure in the waves.

Wellness Spa Retreats

12 minutes' walk

Experience relaxation and rejuvenation at nearby spas, offering massages, facials, and wellness therapies.

Sugarlicious

12 minutes' walk

A delightful café known for its sweet treats and refreshing beverages, perfect for a casual outing with friends.

The Barnyard

10 minutes' walk

This vibrant venue serves hearty meals and hosts live music, creating an energetic atmosphere for foodies and music lovers.

The Barnyard Theatre

10 minutes' walk

A fun venue for live performances and music shows, suitable for both family outings and nights out with friends.

Cinema Nouveau

10 minutes' walk

Showcasing indie films and major releases, this stylish cinema offers a comfortable atmosphere for movie enthusiasts.

Getting around

City Centre
Durban 23 min · 9.4 mi
Airports
King Shaka International (DUR) 32 min · 12.9 mi
Pietermaritzburg (PZB) 132 min · 54.4 mi
Train
Durban Railway Station 21 min · 8.6 mi
Fynnland Railway Station 30 min · 12.1 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of ZAR 185.0 per person.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Year renovated:

2010

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

392

Former name

holiday inn express durban - umhlanga, an ihg hotel

Reviews and Ratings

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Review summary

Based on recent reviews

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga is known for its modern appearance and spacious rooms, providing a comfortable stay for many guests. The breakfast is a highlight, considered above average with plenty of variety. Its location is convenient, with easy access to Gateway shopping centre and a short drive to Umhlanga, although some guests have mentioned minor issues with carpets' scent.

Review score

Based on 3 verified reviews

8.3 /10

Great

100%

Recommend

Staff

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.3/10

Facilities

8.8/10

Pros

Delicious breakfast

Clean rooms

Friendly staff

Convenient location

Cons

Sagging bed

Limited wardrobe space

Room-temperature food

Connor from Ireland

Single

Standard Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: February 11, 2026

7/10

breakfast buffet easy access great view poor signage no restaurant unpleasant scent

The breakfast buffet included many choices. The location provided easy access to nearby attractions. I got an upgrade to a Standard Room and it had great views.

The elevators showed very poor signage. I missed them several times.

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Paul from Germany

Single

standard room

4 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: February 14, 2026

9/10

wonderful stay

friendly staff delicious breakfast daily room quick response

the staff were friendly and breakfast was delicious. i found the rooms cleaned daily. staff showed true friendliness. i received quick responses from the front desk and housekeeping staff.

i noticed slight wear on some furniture.

Facilities

9/10

the hotel includes basement parking which is a plus. common areas are beautifully designed. the breakfast area is well managed, even during busy periods.

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jade from united kingdom

Family with children

standard room

4 nights in October 2025

Reviewed: December 10, 2025

9.0/10

a nice stay

lovely mornings wonderful welcome perfect rooms

The breakfast ladies and a funny gentleman made mornings lovely. i liked that an indian lady even organised the pool to be opened for us. the luggage guys assisted us with smiles. It was a wonderful welcome. rooms were also perfect.

the room was small and there was no cupboard.

Service

9/10

The front desk staff offered amazing support, and the luggage guys were smiling and helpful. a staff member even arranged to open the pool. I felt genuinely cared for. the reception is very helpful.

Location

8/10

The hotel is in a good location! though the parking was expensive. the hotel has a safe and accessible location for tourists. It is close to various amenities.

Rooms

10/10

the rooms had perfect details! the room was unrealistically clean and neat. i found it important that rooms are very spacious and comfortable for any visitor.

Facilities

9/10

The breakfast area was very lovely. It was clean. there was a very lovely breakfast and eating area and the breakfast offered variety and tasty options each morning. it catered to different dietary needs.

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