Blue Waters Hotel
175 Snell Parade Marine Parade, Durban, Kwazulu Natal, 4001, South Africa
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175 Snell Parade Marine Parade, Durban, Kwazulu Natal, 4001, South Africa
Opposite Durban’s famous beachfront, Blue Waters Hotel is within walking distance of the Suncoast Casino and the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium. Both uShaka Marine World and Greyville Racecourse are within 2.5 mi from the property. The spacious rooms and suites feature LCD TVs along with coffee-and-tea-making facilities. Each is equipped with air conditioning and a work desk. There is also plenty of luggage storage space. Most rooms come with furnished balconies and offer a view of the Indian Ocean. Guests at Blue Waters can enjoy afternoon tea and cake in the Florida Lounge overlooking the ocean. The Versailles Restaurant provides buffet and á la carte service for lunch and dinner. Leisure facilities at the Hotel Blue Waters include an indoor swimming pool, sauna and a squash court. There is also an outdoor rooftop swimming pool and guests can enjoy drinks with sunset views at the rooftop bar. The Durban North Beach area is a good location for walking, running and cycling. Hotel Blue Waters is 5 minutes’ drive from the Durban ICC and 10 minutes’ drive from Durban’s city center. Durban Station is 1.2 mi away, while King Shaka International Airport is 19 mi from the property.

Hotel Services and Facilities

Free WiFi Free parking Free breakfast Pet friendly

Hotel facilities

  • Business Center
  • Swimming Pool
  • Garden
  • Golf Course
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Air Conditioning
  • Babysitting/Child Services
  • Bar
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
  • Elevator
  • Coffee shop
  • Children's playground
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Trouser press
  • Fishing
  • Packed lunches
  • Cycling
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Squash
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Beachfront
  • On-site parking
  • indoor pool
  • outdoor pool
  • 24-hour security
  • Accessible parking
  • Concierge services
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • Family Rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Heated pool
  • Live entertainment
  • Restaurant(s)
  • Snorkeling
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Happy Hour
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Public transport tickets
  • Rooftop pool
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool with view
  • Wine/champagne
  • Fruits
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Bike tours
  • Key access
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kit available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Invoices
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Food delivery
  • Electronic room key
  • balcony/terrace
  • CCTV security in common areas
  • Currency exchange service
  • Daily disinfection
  • Facilities for disabled guests available
  • Ironing amenities
  • Laundry services
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Non-smoking property
  • Spa/sauna
  • Tour services
  • Physical/social distancing guidelines
  • Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
  • Room service available
  • Takeout dining services available
  • Parking available (charges may apply)
  • Indoor parking (charges may apply)
  • Kid-friendly dining
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stayed in June, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Breakfast, room and the view was great, my only concern was the hotels lifts going from 10th floor to 18th floor. You have to wait almost 20min for one lift because they are small and can only accommodate a few people. Lots of people were using emergency exit steps from top floors to ground floor, myself included. Other than that, a great hotel to visit
Breakfast, room and the view was great, my only concern was the hotels lifts going from 10th floor to 18th floor. You have to wait almost 20min for one lift because they are small and can only accommodate a few people. Lots of people were using emergency exit steps from top floors to ground floor, myself included. Other than that, a great hotel to visit
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The cocktails
All lifts not working
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 3 out of 10
Poor
The receptionist and other staff members were of great help on the day of arrival.
I asked for a double bed that was approved on the bookings.com app but when I got to my room I found 2 3/4 beds. The shower head was leaking in different directions making showing a little challenging.
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Everything
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Welcoming
Good reception reflects good management
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The welcoming of the staff at reception, the starters and everything was exceptional
None
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Breakfast not good as a vegatarian. You do not cater for people not eating meat. Thats very bad.
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
they should change the breakfast
COFFEE AND TEA IN THE ROOM
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Wonderful friendly staff. Hotel clean
None
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
The service it was absolutely amazing from the hotel staff
The was noise from the day I got to the hotel and every morning. The walls are not sound proof which made our stay not as good.
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
I came for my Graduation and Sphesihle was very helpful to me and my family and they made us feel at home, there was minor issues with the key card but it was sorted in ample time.
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Everthing
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Everything
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Sauna view to the sea easy to ride
Your Air-conditioning
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
It was very clean
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
N/a
N/a
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Great location, comfortable.
Lack of privacy... maintenance team went in our room without any prior notice...scary?
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
The breakfast was amazing. We had enough options. Very well cooked. The staff/ chef/ waiters were also very friendly and helpful. Our room and view was also great. Woke up to the most beautiful sunset. The only thing that was a problem was the leaking basin in our room. The bottom of the basin leaks water when we use the tap. Please have someone look at that because our bathroom floor was completely wet by night time.
We had booked a twin bed room so we expected the beds to have separate sheets underneath the "big" sheet and bedding that covered both beds however, when we wanted to separate the beds we found that we would have to either take one of the big sheets each and cover the single beds ourselves. I think it would be helpful if the beds are already covered separately so that its convenient for people who do not like to share a bed. One of the sheets also had a stain that looked like blood. Please ensure that sheets are very clean before guest check in.
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The swimming pool is very clean
The lifts were too slow and always full even if kunabantu abaw5
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The room was nice and spacious with a lovely view
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Area information

    Airports Show all on map »

    • Virginia Airport - 5.00 mi
    • King Shaka Intl (La Mercy) Airport - 10.31 mi

    Museums

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      • Elizabeth Gordon Gallery - 0.99 mi
      • Bayside Gallery - 1.02 mi
      • Vance Waldeck Galleries - 1.02 mi
      • Kwa Muhle Museum - 1.10 mi
      • Durban Art Gallery - 1.32 mi
      • Natural Science Museum - 1.39 mi
      • Port Natal Maritime Museum - 1.56 mi

    Attractions/Entertainment

      Zoo Show all on map »
      • Botanical Gardens & Natal Herbarium - 1.70 mi
      • Durban Botanic Gardens - 1.74 mi

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      • Beach Hurst - 0.59 mi
      Stadiums, Arenas, and Racetracks Show all on map »
      • Moses Mabhida Stadium - 0.66 mi
      • Kingsmead Cricket Stadium - 0.80 mi
      • Kings Park Athletics Stadium - 0.84 mi
      • Absa Stadium - 1.11 mi
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      • Durban Country Club - 0.88 mi
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      • Old Fort and Warrior's Gate Monument - 0.92 mi
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      • Workshop Shopping Mall - 0.98 mi
      • Wheel Shopping Complex - 1.36 mi
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      • Dockyard Supper Theatre - 1.41 mi
      • The Playhouse Company - 1.49 mi
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      • Durban University of Technology - 1.58 mi
      • Durban Girls College - 1.71 mi
      • Berea Technical College - 1.94 mi
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      • St. Emmanual Cathedral - 1.62 mi
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      • Mitchell Park - 1.80 mi
      Other Show all on map »
      • Mini Town Snell Parade - 0.31 mi
      • Durban Ice Rink - 0.36 mi
      • Durban - 0.69 mi
      • Regent Business School - 0.83 mi
      • Deutsche Schule Durban - 0.84 mi
      • ICC Durban - 0.94 mi
      • Marine Parade - 1.02 mi
      • Centre for Fine Art Animation and Design - 1.02 mi
      • Etchings Etc Art & Picture Framers - 1.02 mi
      • Academic Exam Institute Finishing School - 1.02 mi
      • Natal Rugby Union - 1.02 mi
      • Health Economics & HIV Aids Research Division - 1.02 mi
      • Greyville Race Course - 1.22 mi
      • Davenport Centre - 1.32 mi
      • Kengsington Square - 1.32 mi
      • Essenwood Fleamarket - 1.32 mi
      • Victoria Street Market - 1.32 mi
      • Durban City Hall - 1.40 mi
      • KwaZulu-Natal Performing Arts Company - 1.49 mi
      • Institute for Vedic Health - 1.52 mi
      • The Bat Centre - 1.53 mi
      • DCC Campus - 1.62 mi
      • Umgeni - 1.67 mi
      • Berea Road - 1.79 mi
      • Stamford Hill - 1.96 mi

Blue Waters Hotel

175 Snell Parade Marine Parade, Durban, Kwazulu Natal, 4001, South Africa