Hotel · Durban · KwaZulu-Natal
The Benjamin Hotel On Florida Road
A 4-star stay on Durban's lively Florida Road, with a garden, terrace, and a reputation for welcoming service.
- On Durban's prime restaurant and bar street
- Attentive, friendly staff praised by guests
- Comfortable, functional rooms with balconies
About
The Benjamin Hotel On Florida Road
The Benjamin Hotel On Florida Road is a 4-star property set in Durban's Morningside area, on the vibrant Florida Road strip. The hotel provides a garden and a terrace, and the property is entirely non-smoking. Guests can expect a 24-hour reception, an airport shuttle, and on-site dining.
Rooms include practical comforts such as tea and coffee facilities, flat-screen TVs, and free toiletries. The hotel also offers room service, laundry, and dry cleaning, plus a business centre. Its position is a major draw, with restaurants, cafes, and bars within easy reach, and the Berea district nearby for exploration.
- Non-smoking property
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Wheelchair access
- Security
In brief
What works, what to weigh
Strengths
3 reasons to book- Prime location on Florida Road — Set on Durban's main dining and entertainment street, with restaurants, cafes, bars, and clubs within easy walking distance.
- Friendly, attentive staff — Guests repeatedly mention the caring, efficient, and accommodating service, from check-in to management chatting with guests at breakfast.
- Comfortable, practical rooms — Rooms are described as clean, functional, and spacious, with some featuring balconies and baths.
Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Mixed satisfaction in some stays — While many guests praise the hotel, the overall rating of 7.2 suggests that not every experience is consistently top-tier. One review of a double room with a bath rated it only 5.2, indicating variability.
- Vibrant street can be lively — The hotel's prime spot on Florida Road means it's at the heart of Durban's nightlife, which could be noisy for light sleepers.
- No reviews for certain features — While the hotel lists amenities like a business centre and airport shuttle, there are no guest reviews to confirm their quality or value.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Non-smoking property
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Wheelchair access
- Security
Services
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Business centre
Room Amenities
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Free toiletries
- Electric kettle
- Flat-screen TV
- Carpeted floor
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.2/10 from 1,246 reviews
7.2Verified guest“The double room with a bath was good, though the overall experience felt underwhelming.”
7.2Verified guest“The staff were caring and attentive, and the location was great, close to restaurants, coffee shops, and bars, with the Berea district worth exploring.”
7.2Verified guest“The location was stunning and excellent, not far from restaurants, pubs, and clubs, and Florida Road is the prime street in Durban for eating and drinking, easily accessible. All of the staff were efficient and extremely friendly.”
7.2Verified guest“Overall clean hotel, very helpful and caring staff at check-in. Romantic venue, with reasonably large, practical rooms that had both a shower and a bathroom. Perfect and exceptionally nice location, very convenient, so close to most restaurants, nightclubs, and a pub, plus close to Deutsche Schule Durban.”
7.2Verified guest“This venue is nicely decorated and has very friendly staff at check-in.”
7.2Verified guest“Excellent – no further comment necessary.”
04 — Location
Getting around Durban
The property sits in Durban.
Florida Road: The hotel sits on this prime Durban street, known for its restaurants, cafes, and bars – all within easy walking distance.
Berea District: Guests recommend exploring the Berea area, close to the hotel, adding to the appeal of the location.
Durban Central: The hotel is centrally located, with easy access to the city's offerings, including the airport according to some guests.
Florida Road, Morningside, Windermere, 141, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 06:00-10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 43 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is from 06:00 to 10:00.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
No, pets are not allowed at The Benjamin Hotel On Florida Road.
Is there an airport shuttle service?
Yes, the hotel offers an airport shuttle service.
Does the hotel have a restaurant?
Yes, there is a restaurant on site, and guests have praised the breakfast.
Is the hotel wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the hotel provides wheelchair access.
What amenities are available in the rooms?
Rooms include tea and coffee facilities, an electric kettle, a flat-screen TV, and free toiletries.
The bottom line
For travellers who want to be in the middle of Durban's dining and nightlife scene, The Benjamin Hotel delivers a convenient base with genuinely caring staff. Rooms are comfortable and clean, though the lively street and mixed reviews mean expectations should be realistic.
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