Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Moses Mabhida Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Durban Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
uShaka Marine World - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
Getting around
King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Joop's Place - 7 min walk
Doughed Woodfired Dining Experiences - 4 min walk
Boston Brew - 6 min walk
Keys On Florida - 3 min walk
Cubaña - 1 min walk
About this property
The Benjamin
The Benjamin puts you within a 10-minute drive of Durban Beach and uShaka Marine World. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Other features include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
Afrikaans, English, French, Xhosa, Zulu
At a glance
Hotel size
41 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Free offsite parking within 328 ft
Street parking available
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
What to do
Beach nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 125 per person
Children & extra beds
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 2012/111259/07
Also known as
Benjamin Hotel Durban
Benjamin Durban
The Benjamin Hotel
The Benjamin Durban
The Benjamin ApartHotel
The Benjamin Hotel Durban
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at The Benjamin?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Benjamin?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Benjamin?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Benjamin?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at The Benjamin?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (3-min drive) and Sibaya Casino (16-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at The Benjamin and nearby?
The Benjamin has an outdoor pool and a garden.
Does The Benjamin have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
Does The Benjamin have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around The Benjamin like?
The Benjamin is a short 1-minute walk from Florida Road and 13 minutes' walk from Greyville Race Course.
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Poor
Oct 1, 2023
Christine
Christine, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Jan 18, 2023
Max
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2022
Amazing accommodation will return on next business trip
ALAN
ALAN, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 18, 2022
Chumfwa
Chumfwa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 4, 2022
Pamella
Pamella, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jan 4, 2022
Disappointed
My check in was fine. Went to the room no remote for the tv, telephone was not working couldn't get hold of reception. I asked for a bottled water was brought a glass of tap water with ice and lemon couldn't drink it it had an awful taste.
Booked for 2 but everything in the room was for single had to ask for extra towel. The passages had a funny musty smell. Early morning showing at 7.30am water trickling out of cold tap only hot water. I will not be staying here again.
Leigh-Anne
Leigh-Anne, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 15, 2021
zanele
zanele, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2021
Nokulunga
Nokulunga, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2021
Happy & comfortable
From the time we checked in, staff was friendly. The room was a lovely size. The king size bed was very comfortable. The room and bathroom was clean. All the facilities were in good order.
The parking on site was very small and gets full quickly as it is on a 1st come basis. . We only parked on site 1 night. The rest of our stay, we parked on Florida Rd outside the front of the Hotel. The Hotel is in a good area. There was many restaurants to choose from. The Wi-Fi was not very strong. This can be upgraded.
Miss Nadia
Miss Nadia, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 18, 2021
Pleasant Stay at a Well-located Hotel
This was our second stay at the Benjamin. It was good value for money. It is in a prime location, close to many eateries, amenities and attractions in Durban. Overall it was a good stay, I would just recommend minor changes to the facility - such as discontinuing the use of 1-ply toilet paper for guest bathrooms, installing bar fridges in the rooms and not disconnecting the DStv as soon as their checkout times start (6:30 - 10:00).
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 14, 2020
Benjamin mid-week stay.
Great location and value. Front desk was incredibly helpful. Parking space was a little limited and the room was missing towels which had to be requested repeatedly.
Overall very happy with the facilities and cleanliness. Would definitely recommend.
Johnathan
Johnathan, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2020
Travelstart
Travelstart, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 13, 2020
Lovely boutique hotel in the centre. Many good restaurants Nearby and staff wonderful. No fridge in the room but if you request they can supply. Breakfast very good. Would stay again.
John
John, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 6, 2020
great hotel & staff
Great hotel choice. Lovey staff great comfy bed and a brilliant hotel that was clean and well kept
Verified traveler
2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2020
Book it!
Lovely spot. The staff were fantastic, the breakfast was awesome and its in a great location. Highly recommend!
MARIJA
MARIJA, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2020
Stella
Stella, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Dec 30, 2019
My room was extremely noisy with loud music still playing at 3am
Dr Elizabeth
Dr Elizabeth, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2019
Nice neighborhood for dining. Staff amazing. Room very comfy
Verified traveler
2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2019
The service was really great. Bongani was awesome!
DA
DA, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 23, 2018
Comfortable hotel with pleasant staff in a good location for bars & restaurants.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2018
Perfect place to stay
It really was nice. Very good service, friendly and very high quality but not too big or commercial. Like a very proper, nice home.
Carol
Carol, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2018
The Benjamin
We stayed here because of the location, the rooms were small, but very clean and comfortable. The breakfast was great. I would recommend this hotel
melissa
melissa, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2018
Anke
Anke, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
May 21, 2018
FATHIMA
FATHIMA, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2018
Excellent location, amazing staff and hospitality, quiet rooms around the court yard.