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      The Benjamin

      225 Reviews
      #5 of 43 Hotels in Durban
      141 Florida Road | Morningside, Durban 4001, South Africa
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            4.5
            225 reviews
            • Excellent53%
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            • Average7%
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            1 - 5 of 199 reviews

            Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
            Value for money - very noisy

            Hotel not amazing but it was good value for money. However, the noise from the nightclub next door and the street is terrible. Make sure to book a room poolside. Meeting or small conference facilities available. Accommodating personnel.

            Thank Madelien D
            Reviewed 19 May 2017
            Always the friendliest staff and consistently good service

            This was my third stay at The Benjamin and I'll be back. Staff are really great, always smiling and nothing is ever too much trouble. Food is great and rooms are very clean and comfortable. Lindsay is an absolute star..

            Thank RichdlR
            Response from Nicole M, General Manager at The BenjaminResponded 22 May 2017

            Thank you for your comments. We certainly look forward to welcoming you back soon.

            Reviewed 18 May 2017
            Consistently high standards in this Durban property

            This privately owned property in a convenient location close to restaurants and other facilities, has a deservedly loyal repeat clientele. Impeccably maintained with caring, welcoming and efficient staff, it is a secure and comfortable oasis on Florida Road. Rooms and bathrooms are compact, and I...More

            Thank LewR
            Response from Nicole M, General Manager at The BenjaminResponded 22 May 2017

            Thank-you for your comments; the staff at The Benjamin is definitely its biggest asset.

            Reviewed 10 May 2017 via mobile
            Always a refreshing stop for our tour group

            We always stay here with my groups of Canadian visitors. We feel welcomed, with a glass of wine and people who greet us like friends. They care about their guests. Excellent breakfast, comfy rooms with good linens. I like this place as there are many...More

            Thank Valerie H
            Response from Nicole M, General Manager at The BenjaminResponded 11 May 2017

            Thank you and glad that you enjoyed our area and the hospitality of our hotel.

            Reviewed 9 May 2017
            Good things in small packages

            This little hotel was a delightful one night stay. We were warmly welcomed and our room by the courtyard was quiet and comfortable. The cupboard of welcome drinks was a very nice touch and appreciated by our travel-weary group. We thought the Florida Rd area...More

            Thank UnaW
            Response from Nicole M, General Manager at The BenjaminResponded 11 May 2017

            Thank you so much for your review, I am so glad you enjoyed your stay, sorry it was only one night, hope to see you again.

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            About
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            Amenities
            • Top amenities
            • Free Parking
            • Pool
            • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
            • Bar/Lounge
            • Hotel Amenities
            • Free Parking
            • Laundry Service
            • Dry Cleaning
            • Multilingual Staff
            • Room amenities
            • Air Conditioning
            • Things to do
            • Pool
            • Bar/Lounge
            Details
            • Price range
            • US$99 - US$129 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
            • Hotel class
            • Hotel Style
            • #3 Luxury Hotel in Durban
            • #6 Business Hotel in Durban
            • Room types
            • Non-Smoking Rooms ,
            • Accessible rooms
            • Number of rooms
            • 41
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            • Durban
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            "Request a room not facing Florida Road which are quieter"
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            "corner rooms are better and the ones away from the pool are more private"
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            "Overlooking the pool is better."
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            "Rooms 17, 19, 21, 23 face garden; 18, 20, 22 24 face road."
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