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The Travel Inn Durban

20 Cunningham Road Umbilo, Durban, ZA

9.7 guest rating· 138 reviews

About this hotel

Sustainable Guest House in Durban

Outdoor Swimming Pool and Comfortable Rooms

Experience a sustainable stay at The Travel Inn Durban, just 6.9 km from Durban Botanic Gardens. Relax by the outdoor swimming pool, enjoy allergy-free rooms, and stay connected with free WiFi. The cozy rooms feature modern amenities like a coffee machine, flat-screen TV, and private bathroom.

Family-Friendly Amenities and Activities

Families will love the outdoor play equipment and the option for packed lunches. Explore the area with bicycle or car rentals, or take a short drive to Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve.

Convenient Services and Nearby Attractions

Indulge in the on-site coffee shop or opt for private parking. Don't miss out on visiting Durban ICC, just 7.8 km away, or easily reach the airport with the paid shuttle service. Book your sustainable retreat at The Travel Inn Durban today!

Rooms & rates

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Deluxe Studio

Sleeps 2 · 24 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

This studio's standout feature is the fireplace. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the fully equipped kitchen. The studio also features a barbecue. This air-conditioned studio is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

Studio with Pool View

Sleeps 3 · 40 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

The pool with a view and fireplace are the standout features of this suite. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the well-fitted kitchen. The suite also includes a barbecue. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this suite also features soundproof walls and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 1 bed.

Deluxe Suite

Sleeps 2 · 36 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

This suite's standout feature is the fireplace. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the kitchen. The suite also features a barbecue. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this suite also offers soundproof walls and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 1 bed.

Family Double Room

Sleeps 6 · 90 m² · 2× Double bed, 2× Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

The hot tub and fireplace are the standout features of this family room. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the well-equipped kitchen. The family room also has a barbecue. The spacious family room offers air conditioning, a washing machine, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower.

Family Suite with Balcony

Sleeps 6 · 96 m² · 3× Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

This family room features a fireplace. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the well-fitted kitchen. The family room also provides guests with a barbecue. The spacious family room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 3 beds.

Studio with Pool View

Sleeps 2 · 32 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

This studio features a pool with a view and a fireplace. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the well-equipped kitchen. The studio also comes with a barbecue. This air-conditioned studio is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

Studio with Pool View

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

This studio's special features are the pool with a view and the fireplace. This air-conditioned studio includes a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Hot spring bath
  • Fitness facilities
  • Accessible parking
  • Private parking
  • Valet parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Snack bar
  • Air conditioning
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  • Pet basket
  • Pet bowls
  • Golf course
  • Business center
  • Mobile app for room service
  • Room service
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Aerobics
  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up
  • Archery
  • Babysitting/child services
  • BBQ facilities
  • Bike tours
  • Bingo
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Bowling
  • Broadcast Live sport events
  • Canoeing
  • Car hire
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Concierge service
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cooking class
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Darts
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Diving
  • Dry cleaning
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Game drives
  • Garden
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Horse riding
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Key card access
  • Kid meals
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Movie nights
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Packed lunches
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Pub crawls
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shallow end
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Smoke alarms
  • Snorkelling
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Squash
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Stand-up comedy
  • Sun terrace
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Tennis court
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Water park
  • Windsurfing

Location

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20 Cunningham Road Umbilo, Durban, ZA

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say9.7138 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Great hospitality+ Clean and comfortable rooms+ Delicious breakfastSome breakfast options could be improved
Cleanliness10.0
Service10.0
Location9.5
Room Quality9.5
Amenities10.0
Value for Money9.5

We had a great stay, lovely clean place, and very welcoming staff, I do see myself visiting aging

10.0

Beautiful place easy to access, very peaceful

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Luvuyo · ZA · 2026-07-23

Guest review

10.0

The staff is amazing, my partner loved the availability of mirrors within the room ( my judgment didn't matter). It's a very comfortable and peaceful environment. It's definitely my new to book spot in Durban

Ndala · ZA · 2026-07-13

Had a great stay. Place was clean, breakfast was delicious. Good value for money☺️

9.0

Place was clean, ladies were friendly and welcoming

Sibongile · ZA · 2026-07-12

I had a great stay.

10.0
Noni · VN · 2026-07-09

Good to know

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Groups

When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Parking

Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and charges may be applicable.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Internet

WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.