Blue Waters Hotel

4 stars
8.5
Very good
based on 8778 reviews
8,778 reviews
175 Snell Parade, 4001 Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
175 Snell Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
+27 313 277 000
Fri 25/9
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Sat 26/9
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Guests of this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a sauna and a playground. The Blue Waters Hotel offers 262 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. This Durban hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. An indoor pool and an outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8.5
Very good
8778 reviews

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Amenities at Blue Waters Hotel

  • Snorkelling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

Reviews of Blue Waters Hotel

8.5
Very good
8778 verified ratings
Wonderful
4478
Very good
1469
Good
1077
Okay
533
Fair
555
Mediocre
253
Poor
414

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's breakfast, describing it as excellent, delicious, and well-prepared. The service and hospitality from staff were frequently highlighted as friendly and professional, making guests feel valued and welcome. Cleanliness was another strong point, with many guests noting the neatness of rooms and public areas. However, several guests were disappointed by the rooftop pool being out of service without prior notice, and a few mentioned issues with bathroom cleanliness, elevator access, and minor room amenities. Overall, the positives of breakfast, service, and cleanliness stood out most.
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Breakfast10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Room service6.5 out of 10
Pool0 out of 10
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9.4
Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2018
Pros (+) Breakfast and staff was amazing. Will stay again when I visit SA if the cockroaches are not there
Cons (-) Only thing that was not pleasant was the tiny cockroaches all over the bathroom and coffee area.
4.8
Mediocre
khali, Feb 2018
Pros (+) I liked how the front desk staff tried to manage the terrible situation
Cons (-) Room service food was very bad, it looked and tasted like left overs. Breakfast was worse

Location

175 Snell Parade, 4001 Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

What's nearby

  • Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World437 yd
  • North Beach0.7 mi
  • Kingsmead Cricket Ground0.8 mi
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium0.8 mi
  • Marine Parade Street0.9 mi
  • Durban International Convention Centre1 mi
  • South Beach1.1 mi
  • Golden Mile1.1 mi
  • Kings Park Stadium1.1 mi
  • Greyville Race Course1.3 mi
  • Durban Botanical Gardens1.7 mi
  • Natal Observatory1.8 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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January
October
£83
£83
Cheapest month to stay with an average 45% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 87% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Blue Waters Hotel?

The cheapest month to stay at Blue Waters Hotel is February, with an average nightly rate of £60. The most expensive month is December at £133 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Blue Waters Hotel?

The cheapest day to book Blue Waters Hotel is Wednesday, with an average nightly rate of £44. The most expensive day is Thursday at £150 per night.

How far in advance should you book Blue Waters Hotel?

To get the best price at Blue Waters Hotel, book around 1 week in advance. This could save you approximately 8% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Blue Waters Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Blue Waters Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and July.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Blue Waters Hotel, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Blue Waters Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £113, while the most expensive was £113.
  • How long should you stay at Blue Waters Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Blue Waters Hotel

  • Where is Blue Waters Hotel located?

    Blue Waters Hotel is located at 175 Snell Parade, 1.3 miles from the centre of Durban. Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World is the closest landmark to Blue Waters Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Blue Waters Hotel?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Blue Waters Hotel.

  • Does Blue Waters Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Blue Waters Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Blue Waters Hotel from the airport?

    Blue Waters Hotel is 5 miles from Durban Virginia. Blue Waters Hotel is 16.8 miles from Durban King Shaka Intl.

  • Does Blue Waters Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Blue Waters Hotel has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Blue Waters Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Blue Waters Hotel in Durban and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Blue Waters Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Blue Waters Hotel.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.6
1.3 mi
Durban King Shaka Intl
16.8 mi

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