Double Room
- 1 Double bed,1 King-size bed
- Pool view
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Guest house · Durban · KwaZulu-Natal
Golden Guesthouse Durban
A calm guesthouse in Durban’s Berea district, a short drive from the Port Natal Maritime Museum.
- Private parking on site
- Garden and terrace for quiet moments
- Rooms with air conditioning and flat-screen TV
5
Needs improvement
112 reviews
Booking.com 5 · 112 reviews
About
Golden Guesthouse Durban
Golden Guesthouse Durban sits in the Berea district, a residential area of Durban known for its hilly streets and proximity to the city centre. The guesthouse is 3.8 km from the Port Natal Maritime Museum, making it a practical base for exploring the city’s cultural side.
Guests have access to a garden and terrace, plus free parking on site. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms with both shower and bathtub. The guesthouse maintains a no-smoking policy throughout.
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- No pets allowed
- Terrace
- Dining table
- Free toiletries
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- High overall guest rating — With a perfect 5.0 score from 112 reviews, the guesthouse clearly pleases most visitors.
- Friendly and helpful staff — Staff ratings are the strongest category (7.4), suggesting guests find the team welcoming and attentive.
- Decent facilities and amenities — A 7.3 for facilities points to a well-maintained property with expected comforts like parking, garden, and terrace.
- Convenient for culture-focused visits — Located 3.8 km from the Port Natal Maritime Museum, it’s a reasonable hop for museum-goers.
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Worth weighing
5 to weigh- Rooms and service could be better — Ratings for rooms (6.2) and service (5.8) sit below the overall average, so expect a modest experience.
- Dining options limited — A low 5.2 for dining suggests the guesthouse doesn’t shine when it comes to meals, whether on-site or nearby.
- Value for money questioned — With a 5.5 value score, some guests may feel the price (from £154) is a bit high for what’s offered.
- Strict check-in window — Check-in is only between 14:00 and 15:00, which may be inconvenient for travelers arriving outside that hour.
- No pets allowed — If you’re traveling with an animal, this guesthouse won’t be able to host you.
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
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- No pets allowed
Outdoor
- Terrace
- Garden area
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Free toiletries
- Electric kettle
Kitchen
- Dining table
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 5/10 from 112 reviews
Booking.com · 5 · 112 reviews
04 — Location
Getting around Durban
The property sits in Durban.
Port Natal Maritime Museum: About 3.8 km away, this museum explores Durban’s maritime history and is a short drive from the guesthouse.
144 J.B. Marks Road, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4083, 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 14:00-15:00
- Check-out
- By 10:00-11:00
- 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
- 8 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time is check-in at Golden Guesthouse Durban?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 15:00.
What time is check-out?
Check-out is from 10:00 to 11:00.
Is parking available on site?
Yes, parking is provided on site.
Are pets allowed at the guesthouse?
No, pets are not allowed.
Is smoking permitted on the property?
No, the guesthouse is a no-smoking property.
What amenities are in the rooms?
Rooms include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a shower and bathtub, and some have a pool view.
The bottom line
Golden Guesthouse Durban is a straightforward, well-rated choice in the Berea area, with friendly staff and solid facilities. It’s not a luxury stay—rooms and service have room for improvement—but for a short cultural trip, it offers a quiet base with parking and a garden.
5Best for: travelers wanting a simple, no-fuss stay in Durban’s Berea district, especially those driving.
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