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title: "Blue Waters Hotel, Durban: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Blue Waters Hotel in Durban: rated 8.4 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Hotel · ★★★★
# Blue Waters Hotel

North Beach, Durban, South Africa

8.4 ·  Very good 3,470 reviews ·  #74 #74 of 128 in Durban ·  7.0 Location score
## About Blue Waters Hotel

Blue Waters Hotel is a hotel in North Beach, Durban, South Africa. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 8.4 out of 10 across 3,470 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, bar. It is 1.4 km from the centre of Durban. The nearest beach is 300 m away. The nearest airport, King Shaka International Airport (DUR), is 26 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 262

- **Floors:** 18

- **Opened:** 1968

- **Last renovated:** 2019

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 11

175 Snell Parade, Marine Parade [bluewatershotel.co.za](http://www.bluewatershotel.co.za/)

## How Blue Waters Hotel scores

Better rated than 45% of hotels in Durban

-   Guest rating **8.4**
-   Location **7.0**
-   Facilities **5.0**
-   Families **2.0**
-   Spa & wellness **3.0**
-   Beach access **9.3**
-   Public transport **6.4**

Durban average

## Amenities

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool
-   Sauna

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar
-   Room service

### Leisure

-   Terrace
-   Casino

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Concierge
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Balcony
-   In-room safe
-   Coffee or tea maker

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **7.0**/10

- **Walk grade:** **48**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **30**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Suncoast Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">300 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">PRASA (metrorail)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">820 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">13 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">King Shaka International Airport (DUR)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">26 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">59 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Durban</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.4 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">23 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Durban Holocaust and Genocide Centre1.1 km
-   Durban Military Museum1.2 km
-   Durban Archives Repository1.3 km
-   National Archives Of SA1.3 km
-   NMR Museum1.3 km
-   Old Fort Chapel1.5 km

## Blue Waters Hotel: in detail

At Blue Waters Hotel, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hotel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. For guests with their own vehicle, parking facilities are provided. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. At the hotel, their ticket service and tours is also capable of assisting with booking tickets and securing reservations for entertainment and adventures. Always look your best in your preferred attire with the dry cleaning service and laundry service provided at Blue Waters Hotel. Craving relaxation? In-room amenities such as room service and daily housekeeping allow you to maximize your time spent inside the room. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hotel. For the health and well-being of all guests and staff, smoking is restricted exclusively to assigned zones. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms feature linen service and air conditioning to ensure your comfort and convenience. A few accommodations at Blue Waters Hotel also include unique design elements like a balcony or terrace. A number of rooms feature cable TV for guest amusement and enjoyment. In certain rooms, the hotel offers visitors access to a refrigerator and a coffee or tea maker. Blue Waters Hotel offers a hair dryer and toiletries in the restrooms of specific accommodations. At Blue Waters Hotel, each day commences with a scrumptious breakfast offered at no additional cost. All adore a delightful cup of coffee! An on-site coffee shop ensures you can relish a cup of authentic, freshly-brewed coffee every morning -- or whenever you desire it. Allow your journey to be free from the pangs of hunger! On-site eateries offer delicious and accessible meal choices. An evening spent within the hotel's bar and casino may prove to be just as entertaining as venturing out with your fellow adventurers. At Blue Waters Hotel, guests can take pleasure in the delightful recreational amenities provided for their entertainment. At the hotel, a wide range of enjoyable activities ensures that there's never a dull moment during your visit. Don't miss out on the easily reachable beach in the vicinity. Conclude your days in complete tranquility by visiting the sauna situated precisely at the hotel. At Blue Waters Hotel, a wide array of amenities guarantees a fulfilling experience throughout your visit. Make your holiday truly memorable by taking a rejuvenating plunge into the pool. At Blue Waters Hotel, the poolside bar provides an excellent incentive to enjoy extended hours in your swimwear.

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## Questions about Blue Waters Hotel

### How do guests rate Blue Waters Hotel?

Blue Waters Hotel has a guest rating of 8.4 out of 10 from 3,470 reviews, which is better than 45% of rated hotels in Durban.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Blue Waters Hotel?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does Blue Waters Hotel include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Does Blue Waters Hotel have a pool?

Yes, Blue Waters Hotel has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at Blue Waters Hotel?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is Blue Waters Hotel from the airport?

The nearest airport, King Shaka International Airport (DUR), is 26 km away in a straight line.

### Is Blue Waters Hotel close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 300 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Blue Waters Hotel have?

Blue Waters Hotel has 262 rooms on 18 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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