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SUN1 Durban

2.0 star property
Hotel near uShaka Marine World in Durban

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Interior
Reception
Free WiFi
Coffee service

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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65 Masabalala Yengwa/NMR Avenue, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4001
  • Place, Sahara Stadium Kingsmead
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Durban International Convention Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Golden Mile
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

  • 139 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Triple Room, Smoking | Free WiFi

Standard Triple Room, Smoking

  • 139 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi

Standard Triple Room, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Durban

Heart of Durban.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Sahara Stadium Kingsmead and The Old Fort. Also, Durban Exhibition Centre is within half a mile (1 km) and Kwa Muhle Museum is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sahara Stadium Kingsmead - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Durban International Convention Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Golden Mile - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Durban Beach - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Café Jiran - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Kara Nicha's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Circus Circus - ‬19 min walk

About this property

SUN1 Durban

Hotel near uShaka Marine World in Durban
SUN1 Durban offers its guests a vending machine and express check-in. WiFi is free in public spaces. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Durban hotel.

  • 88 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Smoking in designated areas
SUN1 Durban offers 88 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (ZAR 40 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 60 for adults and ZAR 60 for children

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at SUN1 Durban

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately ZAR 60 for adults and ZAR 60 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: ZAR 40 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

WiFi is limited to 150 MB per person per day.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

SUN1 Durban Hotel
Formule 1 Durban Hotel Durban
SUN1 Durban Hotel
SUN1 Durban Durban
SUN1 Durban Hotel Durban

Frequently asked questions

How close is SUN1 Durban to the airport?

SUN1 Durban is 19.9 mi (26-min drive) away from the King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at SUN1 Durban?

As of Mar 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SUN1 Durban on Apr 12, 2026 start from $42, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does SUN1 Durban have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at SUN1 Durban.

How close is SUN1 Durban to the beach?

This hotel is 7 mi (12-min drive) from Umhlanga Rocks Beach and 0.9 mi (4-min drive) from Golden Mile. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does SUN1 Durban offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at SUN1 Durban, but to-go breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 60 for adults and ZAR 60 for children. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at SUN1 Durban?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (3-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at SUN1 Durban?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at SUN1 Durban?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for ZAR 40 per day.

Does SUN1 Durban have a pool?

SUN1 Durban does not have a pool.

Does SUN1 Durban have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is SUN1 Durban to downtown Durban?

SUN1 Durban is 0.9 mi away from Durban.

SUN1 Durban Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 107 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sfiso

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

TinaGordon

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Boitumelo

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Ramatlaopane

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Shawn

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Makopano

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thembi

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tshidi

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Nneheng Grace

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Booking was done in July 2022 but on arrival Sun1 provided me with disabled room smelling pee untidy. Was wondering what's the used of booking early instead of receiving 1st preference I had very terrible services. I was indeed disappointed will never booked at SUN1 ever.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Lydia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zingisile

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Nontobeko

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vuyokazi

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a wonderful time, staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Refuoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sibonelo

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Palesa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nokuthula

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic

Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Sbusiso

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was not good at all ather guests where coming to the hotel sround 2am making horrible noise even singing. There is no control at all in the parkings
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Emergency booking. Prompt assistance

Best place by Hotel.com. no hustles
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Paula

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Housekeeping walks into the room without knocking first. There was a party the whole afternoon into the night on the floor outside which could be heard by reception but nothing was done to make the noise levels less. The room itself was great. Staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020