subject: Book a hotel Durban for sun, sea and soccer [print this page] Book a hotel Durban for sun, sea and soccer
If it's sun, sea and soccer you're after, there is only one place in South Africa to book a hotel: Durban.
South Africa's "hottest host city" for the 2010 Fifa World Cup boast a number of beachfront hotels to suit every need and who knows, you might even spot some of your favourite international soccer stars in the hallway of your hotel Durban.
The city plays host to some of the top teams in the tournament. If the iconic new Moses Mabhida stadium, named after a former secretary general of the South African Communist Party and famous trade unionist, does not take your breath away, the golden beaches, spectacular views of the Golden Mile and warm Indian Ocean water sure will.
The local municipality has arranged a number of events on the beachfront for the duration for the World Cup, including live music, and staying close to the Golden Mile is therefore advisable when considering a top hotel Durban. The city's Golden Mile, where this hotel is located, is also close to various other tourist attractions, including UShaka Marine World, the Durban Botanic Garden, the Mitchell Park Zoo and the Indian market.
The Southern Sun Elangeni also offers fine service and hospitality for business and leisure travellers, while family rooms are also available. The hotel has three highly recommended restaurants offering a choice of cuisine from authentic Japanese to ethnic Indian.
The Lingela restaurant also has special themes over weekends. Two bars offer light snacks and a range of South African cuisine. The SunCoast Hotel and Towers are located in the heart of the Golden Mile, offering spectacular views, luxurious surroundings and the SunCoast Casino and Entertainment Complex. The Towers offer a number of luxury suites, including the PenthouseSuite, while guests have private access to an exclusive reception, lounge and private deck.
