The Union Hotel

Hotels
5.9 (554 reviews)
186 Doctor Pixley Kaseme Street Hilton Mansions , Durban , za
+27 31 337 6849

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Laundry
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Affordable prices
Cons:
Noise issues
Poor amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
4.79
Many reviews mention noise and unclean rooms, impacting the perceived cleanliness.
Service
7.26
Mixed feelings expressed about service, with some positive remarks about staff being friendly.
Location
9.3
Consistently mentioned as a positive aspect, situated in a central location.
Room Quality
5.75
Complaints about uncomfortable beds and noise suggest room quality is below expectations.
Amenities
4.78
Reviews indicate major shortcomings in amenities, such as lack of towels and tea sets.
Value for Money
6.74
Some reviewers noted affordability, but major unsatisfactory experiences impact perceived value.
Food and Beverage
2.79
Frequent requests for breakfast and tea points to disappointment in food and beverage options.
Overall Experience
5.76
General sentiment is mixed, with highlights on location but numerous complaints about facilities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 05:40

Property Description

Prime Location in Durban City Centre
Experience the vibrant heart of Durban at The Union Hotel, just 1.9 km from Point Yacht Club. Enjoy the convenience of air-conditioned rooms and complimentary WiFi in the reception area.

Comfortable Accommodation
Relax in our air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom for your comfort.

Convenient Amenities
Benefit from our 24-hour front desk and unwind in the shared lounge. Explore nearby attractions like Moses Mabhida Stadium and uShaka Marine World.

Book your stay at The Union Hotel now and make the most of your time in Durban!

Important information:

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.
In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
This property is located in a busy area so guests might experience some noise.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for ZAR 200 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for ZAR 200 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs ZAR 50 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

5.9
Based on 554 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.79
Service: 7.26
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 5.75
Amenities: 4.78
Value for Money: 6.74
Food and Beverage: 2.79
Overall Experience: 5.76
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Lulu • solo_traveller • za
2
Pros:

Smoking
Noise
Shouting staff (short lady)

Cons:

A lot

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Lulu • solo_traveller • za
2
Pros:

They double charged me, they did not refund me. The short lady in the reception was very unwelcoming, shouting at us with silly words. There was a lot o noise and smoking. When we ask the receptionist to silence them, she said, she is unable to do that. They took me to another hotel because they said it's full they placed the students in Union hotel. It was not a good thing. So I didn't enjoy to be in Union hotel at all.

Cons:

Smoking
Noise
A short lady with no good approach shouting at me.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Lulu • solo_traveller • za
2
Pros:

As I said nothing was good for me.

Cons:

Staff
Snokibg
Noise

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Ramorakane • solo_traveller • za
6
Pros:

Friendly staff members

Cons:

That I have to pay for the parking

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Sabelo Welcome • solo_traveller • za
7
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Mlungisi • solo_traveller • za
5
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Andile • couple • za
6
The overall stay wasn’t bad bcs the room was okay even though we failed switching on the aircon but apart from that it w
Pros:

Location of the property was convenient to me

Cons:

Reception is not appealing,the table is broken and makes one to lose hope of the whole accommodation

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Nqobile • couple • za
1
Horrible
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

The room was dity

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Thereso • extended_group • za
8
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Mothupi • couple • za
1
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Nompumelelo Angel • solo_traveller • za
6
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Ngubane • solo_traveller • za
7
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Mupimpila • solo_traveller • zm
6
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Chabalala • couple • za
3
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Dinkemetse • solo_traveller • za
10
I think they should improve on thier wifi they did give me the code but it works for some minutes
Pros:

Staff were very friendly

Cons:

Is nearbytor every facilities

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Aggrey • solo_traveller • ug
7
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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roberto • solo_traveller • it
2
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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abraham • solo_traveller • zm
10
Pros:

Coming back next year
This is home for every comrades.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Zanele • couple • za
10
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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abraham • solo_traveller • zm
10
Pros:

I will make use of the facility over and over again, highly recommended

Cons:

All good

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee