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Audacia Manor Boutique Hotel

Ethekwini, eThekwini

The Fun Awaits

Perfect for nature loversOnly 2.7 km to Battery Beach and 3 km to Durban Botanical Gardens

Tourist attractions nearbyOnly 2.3 km to Umgeni River Bird Park and 3.2 km to Mini Town

Near shopping centersOnly 3.8 km to Exhibition Centre and 4 km to Victoria Street Market

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4.2/5

GoodFrom 42 reviews

5.0/57 Nov 2020

Verified traveler

A beautiful boutique hotel with large rooms an attentive service

5.0/517 Apr 2019

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

My husband and I were so blessed to have had the opportunity to stay at this beautiful place. The manor is a piece of history and a place to treasure. We will never forget staying there. From the moment we checked in and until we checked we checked out we felt at home and safe. Your staff were professional, and most gracious to us. Breakfasts were delicious. Our heartfelt thanks to all the staff for taking care of us. We look forward to staying at the manor when we come back to South Africa.

5.0/530 Oct 2018

Verified traveler

The staff and property was very nice. We had a miscommunication about our driver that we had for the day. Did not realize that we will be charged for the mileage. Thought the price that he gave us for the day was the only price.

5.0/531 Aug 2018

Dave

Great staff, very accommodating and saw to every need

5.0/528 Jul 2018

Wagner

Great hotel with an amazing room in an amazing old duch house!! Friendly staff and great location! Great to stay!

5.0/521 Jun 2018

Derek

This was actually a last minute booking because the previous placed I booked was not adequate nor matched everything that I saw online. I wasn't looking for anything fancy but this place was one of the only ones still available that offered free breakfast and WiFi in my room with a good location. Everything about the stay was great. They were all incredibly accommodating and did a wonderful job of welcoming me and making me feel at home. Specifically Shannon, the general manger, knows how to treat her guest and provides individual attention to help ensure you have a great stay. I'd return in a heartbeat and plan on it the next time I visit Durban.

5.0/521 Jul 2017

Gabriel D'Oliveira

This is a charming converted Baron's house, hight ceilings, dark wood and period furniture. What really sets it apart is the charm and hospitality of the staff, especially Jean Francois! The standards are high here, food is top class, hotel is beautiful and I highly recommend it. WiFi a bit slow.

5.0/52 Jun 2016

Andreas • Couple Trip

Fantastiskt litet hotell i lugnt område och vacker utsikt över Durban. Bra service och trevlig personal. Mycket god mat från restaurangen.

5.0/57 Dec 2015

Andreas • Couple Trip

Extrem zuvorkommendes Personal . Gast stand immer im Mittelpunkt , Sonderwünsche wurden gerne erfüllt . Gute Speisekarte u Qualität ! Exklusives Ambiente eines alten manors Würde jederzeit wieder buchen

5.0/59 May 2015

Angi • Couple Trip

We had a great weekend at the African Pride Audacia Hotel. The food was wonderful, the room welcoming and comfortable, and the staff exceptionally warm. We hope to visit Durban and the Audacia Hotel again in the future. The only small glitch was the lack of internet for the weekend.

5.0/515 Mar 2015

ahmed • Family Trip

Outstanding hotel, Great friendly staff, Excellent location and breakfast

5.0/525 Feb 2015

David's Eagle's

Audacia Manor is a colonial-style 1920s home transformed into a boutique 5-star guesthouse. Claw-foot oval bathtubs, spacious rooms and all the modern comforts you could wish for (air-conditioning, fridge in room, large TV, etc) define the hotel. A good-sized pool, as well as a spacious terrace overlooking the sea in the distance, where breakfast (or dinner) is served, adds to the facilities. The hotel is located in a high-security, residential area and most of the Durban taxi drivers didn't know how to find the place so it's a good idea to have the hotel's phone number on you when out and about. Service staff is very friendly and the breakfast is copious and excellent. The only down-side was our dinner there. Perhaps due to the fact that several private events were taking place at the same time as our dinner, we had to wait forever and several of the dishes we had ordered were switched for others we hadn't ordered. Having waited so long for each course, we simply setllted for whatever was served. There again, a bit of a disappointment: the beef was chewy and not cooked rare, the way we had ordered it. Nonetheless I would return anytime to the oasis of quiet and the lovely garden that this place offers.

5.0/57 Feb 2015

Stephen • Couple Trip

We spent two nights here on the way from a safari camp to Cape Town. It was our first visit to Africa. We didn't know how to choose a Durban hotel. We didn't know what part of town to look in. We didn't want to make a mistake. Anyway this is a very fabulous place! A beautiful 1926 villa converted to a small boutique hotel with charm, rooms out of a movie, a beautiful pool, in a really tony neighborhood. (Neighbourhood for the Brits.) An English Arts and Crafts gem. Melanie in the kitchen created really, really creative dinners and breakfasts. I was pretty surprised to be in such luxury at the price. Now there was not a lift to the second floor (one above ground floor for you Americans), but a terrific young staff who were delighted to lug my suitcases. Clean. Aesthetically superior in ambiance. Very safe. Seriously plush in an old-time way. I would always stay here.

5.0/523 Nov 2014

Ned

The hotel is situated in one of the more desirable areas of Durban just down the road from the Presidential Palace. The premises are secure, but it also has private security as an added measure. The rooms are spacious and well furnished, the staff friendly and hospitable and the menu just excellent as is the food. The head waiter, Jean Francois, is an excellent source of knowledge and advice to any tourist. His advice and general guidance was greatly appreciated over the following weeks of our stay. This was the perfect start to our holiday in KZN and I highly recommended it to others. Needless to say, it is also excellent value for money. Jean Francois appreciated real coffee and kindly obliged my request for fresh coffee to be brought to our room before breakfast.

5.0/522 Nov 2014

sylvain • Family Trip

Je n ai rien a redire sur cet établissement. Tout était parfait. Bien situé et a 30 minutes a pied du centre ville. Bon accueil et la nourriture très bonne ! Nous aurions dû sejourner 1 nuit de plus.

5.0/519 Sep 2014

Verified traveler

It was a difficult time as I had travelled from the U.K. to attend a family funeral. I wanted a place that would look after us during this difficult time. I am happy to say that on all levels : the grand beauty of the colonial hotel, pool, ambience, dining on the outside terrace over looking Durban, 5 star food and amazing service from the staff. Jean - Francois and his team were exceptional in meeting our needs and requests. I am very grateful for their understanding, professionalism and superb service. Our family would like to say a Big thank you to all the staff and hope to return under better circumstances in the future.

5.0/515 Jan 2014

jane

Good hotel in a quieter part of town but very close to beach, Moses Madhiba stadium and not far to other attractions that Durban has. The hotel staff were great as we had loads of luggage and bikes but storing them for us was no issue.

5.0/516 Oct 2013

Bianca

I had a great time during a two week stay and the staff were exceptionally accommodating of any requests (including letting me order in pizza for kids whose parents had popped in for a drink on the gorgeous verandah). It's a shame more Durbanites don't use it for its hospitality and location.

5.0/519 May 2013

Davo • Family Trip

Staff were very welcoming and helpful. Food in the restaurant was very good. The room amenities had to be seen to be believed just fabulous, outdoor spa and shower included. Sitting on the verandah looking out over Durban city at night was wonderful.

5.0/523 Apr 2013

Phumeles

The most rewarding experience

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11 Sir Arthur Road, Morningside, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in2:00 PM-4:30 PM

Check-out11:00 AM

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open during the following times:

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

More Policies

Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Parking height restrictions apply.

About Audacia Manor Boutique Hotel

Audacia Manor Boutique Hotel Location
With a stay at Audacia Manor Boutique Hotel in Durban (Morningside), you'll be steps from St James Anglican Church and 14 minutes by foot from Florida Road. This luxury hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Mitchell Park Zoo and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Kings Park Stadium.

Audacia Manor Boutique Hotel Facility and Service
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This Victorian hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby.

Audacia Manor Boutique Hotel Rooms
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 10 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring private hot tubs. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Private kitchens make it easy to prepare your meals. Satellite programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.

Restaurant and Cafe
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the hotel's restaurant, Eleven Restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Room Type and Price

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 - Thu, 10 Sep 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children