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Gooderson Tropicana Hotel

85 Marine Parade, 4001 Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Durban, South Africa
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From
$45
Cheapest

rate per night

7.7
Good
based on 2188 reviews
2,188 reviews
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Queen room
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Overview

Located on Durban’s Golden Mile beachfront and close to the railway station, Gooderson Tropicana Hotel offers affordable comfort in a central location. King Shaka International Airport is a 33 km drive away, while uShaka Marine World is 1.5 km away. All rooms at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel feature satellite TV, air conditioning and safe. In addition, the guest rooms offer views across district or the Indian Ocean. Buffet breakfast is served in the Seven Palms Restaurant which offers varied buffets at other meal times. Clippers Bar is the perfect spot for a relaxing drink, featuring a terrace which offers sunrise views. The hotel’s reception desk can help guests excursions. Gooderson Tropicana Hotel is located just 5 minutes’ drive from Royal Durban Golf Club, and only 10 minutes’ drive from the Moses Mabhida Stadium. WiFi is available in public areas.
7.7
Good rating
Based on 2,188 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel

  • Snorkeling
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Business center
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Basics

  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Kitchen

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Dining area

General

  • Executive lounge access
  • Family rooms
  • Storage available
  • Beachfront
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Walk-in shower

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Windsurfing

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Private entrance
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Dining table

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Streaming service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Airport shuttle

Bedroom

  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Health and safety

  • Safe

Reviews of Gooderson Tropicana Hotel

7.7
Good
2188 verified ratings
Wonderful
813
Very good
370
Good
360
Okay
176
Fair
220
Mediocre
98
Poor
151

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great service and friendly staff, especially during breakfast, and enjoyed the hotel's location near the beach. However, there were concerns about cleanliness and noise levels in some areas, which affected their overall experience.
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Service9.5 out of 10
Location9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
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Location

85 Marine Parade, 4001 Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

What's nearby

  • South Beach250 yd
  • Golden Mile436 yd
  • Marine Parade Street0.3 mi
  • North Beach0.5 mi
  • Durban International Convention Centre0.6 mi
  • Kingsmead Cricket Ground0.8 mi
  • uShaka Marine World0.9 mi
  • Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World1.4 mi
  • Greyville Race Course1.9 mi
  • Durban Botanical Gardens1.9 mi
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium2 mi
  • Natal Observatory2.1 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Gooderson Tropicana Hotel

Low season

February

High season

September

Average price (weeknight)

$76

Average price (weekend night)

$69
Cheapest month to stay with an average 32% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 72% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and March.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel, plan to stay on a Saturday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $51, while the most expensive was $51.
  • How long should you stay at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel

  • Where is Gooderson Tropicana Hotel located?

    Gooderson Tropicana Hotel is located at 85 Marine Parade, 0.6 miles from the center of Durban. South Beach is the closest landmark to Gooderson Tropicana Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel.

  • Does Gooderson Tropicana Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Gooderson Tropicana Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Gooderson Tropicana Hotel from the airport?

    Gooderson Tropicana Hotel is 6 miles from Durban Virginia. Gooderson Tropicana Hotel is 17.8 miles from Durban King Shaka Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Gooderson Tropicana Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel in Durban and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Gooderson Tropicana Hotel.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.0

Distance to city center

0.6 mi

Nearest Airport

Durban King Shaka Intl

Distance to airport

17.9 mi