Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG | Hotel in Durban

| 8.7 (6630 Reviews) |  15 Bathrooms  40 Guests
Umhlanga Ridge Hotel | Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG

Hotel in Umhlanga Ridge, Durban

Located in Umhlanga Ridge, Holiday Inn Express Durban-Umhlanga is just 2953 feet from Gateway Theater of Shopping. La Lucia Ridge offices are a 2-minute drive away. The hotel offers secure undergound parking at R50 per vehicle per day and features 24-hour security for peace-of-mind. All rooms at Holiday Inn Express Durban-Umhlanga are equipped with a work desk, electronic safe, mini fridge (not stocked), tea/coffee making facilities and a private bathroom with signature Power Shower. Each room is air conditioned and has a 43" TV with a limited DStv satellite bouquet. Our Double Rooms feature a sleeper couch, which can be made up on request and can sleep a maximum of 2 children under 16. The hotels offers free, unlimited Wi-fi throughout. A complimentary Express Start Buffet Breakfast is served each morning and consists of a full continental spread (muffins, pastries, breads, cheeses, fruit, yogurts, cereals, juices, coffees), as well as 5 hot items, including the standard favorites of scrambled eggs and bacon. If you don't have time to sit and eat breakfast, you can grab something from our Grab & Go section and have your coffee on the go. While the hotel does not have its own restaurant, the popular Butcher Block Steak House is located right next to our pool area. We have a great relationship with Butcher Block and guests are able to sign their bill back to their room. The Butcher Block restaurant serves lunch and dinner daily. In the evenings, guests can enjoy a drink at our Great Room Bar before heading out to experience the Durban nightlife. Spend lazy summer days around the pool, which features pool loungers and does not have a lifeguard on duty. Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga is perfectly located 15 minutes by car from King Shaka International Airport and only 16kms from the Durban ICC.

Holiday Inn Express Durban - Umhlanga by IHG is located in Durban.

This 392 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Child Friendly, Internet, Air Conditioner, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 6630 reviews with the average score of 8.7 . Coming to Durban and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Bar
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Parking
  • Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking on site
  • Private Parking
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Bathroom emergency cord
Activities
  • Fitness center
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Elevator
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Safe
  • Air conditioning
Guest Services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Baggage storage
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Business center
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Express check-in/out
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Shuttle service
Internet
  • Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Cashless payment available
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
Spa
  • Fenced pool
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport drop-off
  • Airport pickup

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please note that the credit card used to book the accommodations will need to be presented upon check-in, please note that there are construction activities taking place at neighboring building sites. during this period, guests may experience some noise or light disturbances, please note that our swimming pool area will be closed from 4 november to 10 november to allow for urgent structural repairs. we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and greatly appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to ensure the continued safety and quality of our facilities.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.61
Location:
9.08
Staff:
9.18
Facilities:
8.53
Comfort:
8.71
Cleanliness:
8.83
Noxy
Dec 4, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
South Africa
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Standard Twin Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 17 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Standard Twin Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet paper

General

Laptop safe, Key card access, Soundproof, Carpeted, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Safe, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Radio, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

View

View, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Standard Double Room with Sofa Bed
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 19 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
Standard Double Room with Sofa Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet paper

General

Laptop safe, Key card access, Soundproof, Carpeted, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Safe, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Radio, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

View

View, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Standard Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 19 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Standard Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet paper

General

Laptop safe, Key card access, Soundproof, Interconnecting room(s) available, Carpeted, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Safe, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Radio, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

View

View, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Standard Double Room with Sofa Bed - Smoking
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 23 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
Standard Double Room with Sofa Bed - Smoking

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet paper

General

Laptop safe, Key card access, Soundproof, Carpeted, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Safe, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Radio, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

View

View, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Double Room with Sea View - Non-Smoking
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 23 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet paper

General

Laptop safe, Key card access, Soundproof, Carpeted, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Safe, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Radio, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

View

Sea view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Double Room with Sea View - Smoking
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 23 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet paper

General

Laptop safe, Key card access, Soundproof, Carpeted, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Safe, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Radio, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

View

Sea view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Standard Twin Room - Smoking
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 22 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Standard Twin Room - Smoking

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet paper

General

Laptop safe, Key card access, Soundproof, Carpeted, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Safe, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Radio, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

View

View, Garden view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Standard Twin Room with Sea View - Non-Smoking
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 22 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Standard Twin Room with Sea View - Non-Smoking

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet paper

General

Laptop safe, Key card access, Soundproof, Carpeted, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Safe, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Radio, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

View

Sea view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Twin Room with Sea View - Smoking
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 22 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Twin Room with Sea View - Smoking

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet paper

General

Laptop safe, Key card access, Soundproof, Carpeted, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Safe, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Radio, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

View

Sea view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Standard Twin Room - Disability Access
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 22 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Standard Twin Room - Disability Access

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet paper

General

Laptop safe, Key card access, Soundproof, Carpeted, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Safe, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Radio, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator, Shower chair, Toilet with grab rails, Roll-in shower, Emergency cord in bathroom

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Standard Twin Room with Balcony and Ocean View
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 22 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Standard Twin Room with Balcony and Ocean View

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet paper

General

Laptop safe, Key card access, Soundproof, Carpeted, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Safe, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Radio, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Outdoors

Balcony

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Services

Wake-up service

View

Sea view

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Standard Twin Room with Balcony Non Smoking
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 22 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Standard Twin Room with Balcony Non Smoking

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet paper

General

Laptop safe, Key card access, Soundproof, Carpeted, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Safe, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Radio, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Outdoors

Balcony

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Standard Double Room with Balcony and Ocean View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 23 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet paper

General

Laptop safe, Key card access, Soundproof, Carpeted, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Safe, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Radio, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Outdoors

Balcony

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Services

Wake-up service

View

Sea view

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Standard Twin Room with Balcony and Ocean View - Smoking
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 22 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Standard Twin Room with Balcony and Ocean View - Smoking

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet paper

General

Laptop safe, Key card access, Soundproof, Carpeted, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Safe, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Radio, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Outdoors

Balcony

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Services

Wake-up service

View

Sea view

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Standard Twin Room with Balcony - Smoking
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 22 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Standard Twin Room with Balcony - Smoking

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Walk-in shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Toilet, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet paper

General

Laptop safe, Key card access, Soundproof, Carpeted, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Heating, Safe, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Radio, Satellite channels, Telephone, TV

Outdoors

Balcony

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
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