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title: "The Union Hotel, Durban: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The Union Hotel in Durban: rated 6.3 by guests, Hotel. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Hotel
# The Union Hotel

eThekwini Ward 26, Durban, South Africa

6.3 ·  Okay 76 reviews ·  #125 #125 of 128 in Durban ·  7.0 Location score
## About The Union Hotel

The Union Hotel is a hotel in eThekwini Ward 26, Durban, South Africa. Guests rate it 6.3 out of 10 across 76 reviews. It is 3.3 km from the centre of Durban. The nearest beach is 980 m away. The nearest airport, King Shaka International Airport (DUR), is 28 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

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

- **Check-out until:** 12:00

- **Rooms:** 58

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 12

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## How The Union Hotel scores

Better rated than 3% of hotels in Durban

-   Guest rating **6.3**
-   Location **7.0**
-   Beach access **7.0**
-   Public transport **8.1**

Durban average

## Amenities

### Food & drink

-   Room service

### Leisure

-   Casino

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Car hire
-   Concierge
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

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

- **Walk grade:** **75**/100 Good for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **49**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **11**

<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="">New Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">980 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">16 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Old Railway Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">500 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">8 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="">28 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">64 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="">3.3 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">7 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Durban Light Infantry Regimental Headquarters150 m
-   Local History Museum230 m
-   South African National Cultural Heritage260 m
-   Old Court House Museum260 m
-   Durban Natural Science Museum340 m
-   Durban Harbour Museum480 m

## The Union Hotel: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Services offered by taxi and car hire at the hotel ensure effortless exploration of Durban. Parking is accessible, supplied by the hotel for guests who arrive by car. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with concierge service and luggage storage provided by the front desk services. Repeatedly enjoy your best-loved attire with the aid of the laundry service available at The Union Hotel. During leisurely days and evenings, in-room amenities such as room service and daily housekeeping enable you to maximize your stay in the room. For minor or impromptu requirements, the convenience stores can promptly cater to them without the necessity of stepping out from the hotel. The hotel is completely smoke-free. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For an elevated experience at hotel, select rooms are equipped with air conditioning to improve your stay. In select rooms, the hotel offers visitors access to instant tea. Maintain your cleanliness and feel revitalized using toiletries available in select guest restrooms. Experience a fantastic evening effortlessly! Relish an entertaining night without venturing beyond the confines of the casino. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at The Union Hotel. During your stay, the hotel provides direct access to a beach, ensuring you remain near the sea throughout your visit.

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## Questions about The Union Hotel

### How do guests rate The Union Hotel?

The Union Hotel has a guest rating of 6.3 out of 10 from 76 reviews, which is better than 3% of rated hotels in Durban.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Union Hotel?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 12:00.

### Is there parking at The Union Hotel?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is The Union Hotel from the airport?

The nearest airport, King Shaka International Airport (DUR), is 28 km away in a straight line.

### Is The Union Hotel close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 980 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does The Union Hotel have?

The Union Hotel has 58 rooms.

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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