Fodor's Expert Review Protea Hotel Edward Durban
149 Marine Parade, Durban, KwaZulu Natal, 4000, South Africa
Built in 1939 in classic colonial style, the Edward is one of Durban's oldest hotels. Although it's been restored almost to its former elegance, it seems to have lost a little of its soul in the process. Nevertheless, service is excellent, and the stylish cut-glass chandeliers, molded ceilings, and subtle art-deco details bring to mind a more refined past. Rooms are tastefully furnished; 10 have balconies overlooking the sea, and the others have bay windows with sea views. The hotel faces beautiful South Beach.
PROS
- don't be put off by the facade
- the interior is old-world elegance
- on Golden Mile
- you can catch a rickshaw right outside hotel
- 24-hour business center
- don't be put off by the facade, the interior is old-world elegance
- on Golden Mile
- you can catch a rickshaw right outside hotel
- 24-hour business center
CONS
- recommended restaurants are a taxi trip away
- inadvisable to walk in the area after dark
HOTEL INFO
Phones:
031-337–3681
Website: www.proteahotels.com
HOTEL DETAILS
101 rooms, 10 suites
Rate Includes: No meals
Rate Includes: No meals
