Welcome to Audacia Manor – Durban

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About the Hotel

11 Sir Arthur Rd, Durban, South Africa, ZA-4001

Audacia Manor, a 5-star luxury hotel built in 1928, stands as a beautifully restored Colonial Mansion on the slopes of Durban's Berea in the quiet residential area of Morningside, overlooking the city and the Indian Ocean.

Luxury Room Features

Each of the 10 accommodations at Audacia Manor Boutique Hotel features private spa tubs and DVD players. Rooms come equipped with satellite TV, minibar, tea-and-coffee-making facilities, while the double room offers air conditioning, a dining area, and a balcony with sea views.

Dining With Views

The onsite Eleven Restaurant features al fresco dining with American cuisine served à la carte. Guests can enjoy the open-air Veranda bar and restaurant offering views of the city and Indian Ocean, or visit the poolside bar.

Leisure Facilities

This smoke-free guesthouse provides an outdoor pool and coffee/tea in a common area. African Pride Audacia Hotel features free WiFi throughout the property and a garden for guests to enjoy.

Central City Position

Located 3.5 km from Durban, African Pride Audacia Hotel is 1 km from Absa Stadium and within 1.5 km of Moses Mabhida Stadium. Cultural highlights nearby include African Art Centre and Killie Campbell Africana Library, with King Shaka International Airport situated 35 km away.

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre
Durban 3.4 km
Airports
King Shaka International (DUR) 32.3 km
Pietermaritzburg (PZB) 76.8 km
Train
Durban Railway Station 2.3 km

Facilities

Boutique hotels design their amenities with your relaxation and unique travel experiences in mind

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • No pets allowed
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Location

11 Sir Arthur Rd, Durban, South Africa, ZA-4001
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11 Sir Arthur Rd, Durban, South Africa, ZA-4001
Nearby
Church
St James Anglican Church
380 m
Restaurants
African Pride Audacia Manor
10 m
11 Sir Arthur Road Morningside
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600 m
411 Windermere Road
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431 Windermere Road
Love Coffee
580 m
484 Lilian Ngoyi Road Morningside
Earthmother Organic
580 m
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Butcher Boys Florida Road
1.1 km
170 Florida Road
Vapor Cafe
780 m
514 Lilian Ngoyi Road
Mozambik Morningside
930 m
362 Lilian Ngoyi Road Windermere

Reviews and Ratings

Real comments from travelers who have already stayed
66%
said they enjoyed their stay and plan to return.
Great views
Quiet location
Limited dining options
Not ideal pricing
6.6/10
Nice
Rooms
9.2
Location
9.0
Service
8.6
Dining
7.6
Guest reviews
6.6/10
based on 5 reviews
4.5/5 based on 181 reviews
8.5
8.5/10 based on 34 reviews
#11 of 68 hotels in Durban based on Tripadvisor
James
United States, April  2024
8.8/10

Staying at this hotel was a delightful experience. The rooms offered stunning views of the sea, making my visit extra special with a keen attention to detail. The location in the quiet suburban area of Morningside was perfect, with access to eateries, shops, and the beach nearby. The service was excellent, with staff taking pride in their appearance and striving for customer satisfaction.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms had great views of the sea and attention to detail, making the stay worthwhile.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, with staff striving for customer satisfaction.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location in the suburban area of Morningside was perfect, with access to eateries, shops, and the beach nearby.
Dining
8.0
I enjoyed sitting on the veranda in the morning with distant sea views while eating breakfast.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained and enjoyable.
Great views
Limited dining options
Clark
United States, December  2023
8.4/10

Staying at this hotel was truly worth it, especially in a time where attention to detail is often overlooked. The rooms, with their beautiful ocean and garden views, are simply lovely and well-equipped. The service, though sometimes scarce, was excellent when visible, with staff meeting and greeting customers warmly. The location in the quiet residential area of Morningside, with access to eateries, shops, and the beach, is simply wonderful.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms made my visit truly worthwhile, with beautiful ocean and garden views.
Service
8.0
The service, though sometimes scarce, was excellent when visible, with staff meeting and greeting customers warmly.
Location
9.0
The location in the quiet residential area of Morningside, with access to eateries, shops, and the beach, was simply wonderful.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was delightful, especially enjoying breakfast on the veranda with distant sea views.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities took me back to the days of afternoon tea and G&T sundowners, truly charming.
Judy
United States, December  2023
8.6/10

My stay at the hotel was truly exceptional. The rooms were stylish, comfortable, and the breakfast was delicious. However, the dining experience left a bit to be desired. The service was impeccable, and the location was fantastic with a stunning view. The facilities were top-notch, but there were a couple of minor inconveniences that impacted my experience.

Rooms
10.0
The room was exceptional with its comfortable canopy bed, large private balcony with views to the sea, and spacious, immaculate bathroom that inspired me to have a relaxing bath.
Service
9.5
The service was outstanding, from the friendly staff to the owner personally serving us breakfast. They even made my grandma's birthday very special with a sweet gesture.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, situated in the quiet residential area of Morningside with easy access to eateries and shops, and close to the beach.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience had its ups and downs. While the breakfast in the room was not to perfection, the meal on the verandah overlooking the city and stadium was total bliss.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered great facilities, although there were some minor inconveniences like the speaker in the restaurant and the noisy function that disrupted the peaceful ambiance.
scenic view
noise disruptions
Christian
United States, October  2023
8.8/10

My stay at the hotel was truly delightful. The rooms were so very lovely, well-equipped with beautiful views of the ocean and garden. The service was top-notch, with attentive yet unobtrusive staff. The location is wonderful, nestled in the quiet suburban area of Morningside, close to the beach. The dining experience was delicious, especially the breakfast with distant sea views.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms are impeccable, with a comfortable canopy bed, spacious bathroom, and inspiring views.
Service
9.0
The staff was awesome and understanding, providing exceptional service.
Location
9.0
The location is fantastic, with spectacular views and close proximity to the beach and local eateries.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience exceeded expectations, especially the breakfast with lovely coffee.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities are top-notch, providing everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Phil
United States, July  2023
8.0/10

Staying at this hotel was an absolute delight. The rooms were not only stylish but also spacious, well-appointed, and impeccably clean, offering a beautiful view that truly elevated the experience. While attention to detail in accommodations is often lacking nowadays, this hotel exceeded my expectations in every way. However, there were slight noise disturbances during cleaning. The service, although absent upon my arrival, was truly exceptional and made my grandmother's birthday celebration uniquely memorable with a sweet singing gesture. It's worth noting that the location in the suburban area of Morningside was superb, offering spectacular views and easy access to eateries, shops, and the beach, although it had been booked out for a function. The dining experience was a pleasant one, especially due to the lovely touch Francois added, making it truly remarkable. The facilities were excellent, but there were some minor letdowns. Overall, a wonderful stay with a few hiccups.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were stylish, spacious, well-appointed, and clean with an amazing view.
Service
8.0
The service, although noisy during cleaning and absent at my arrival, took pride in appearance and provided a unique experience during special celebrations.
Location
8.0
The location in the suburban area of Morningside was wonderful, offering spectacular views and easy access to eateries, shops, and the beach.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience, while really nice, did not meet expectations for perfectly cooked eggs.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were really good, with a minor downside.
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