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About this property

Nestled in upper Morningside, Goble Palms Guest Lodge & Urban Retreat features an outdoor pool, an English-style pub, and a colonial rooftop terrace overlooking Durban and the Indian Ocean. The boutique-style rooms are decorated with a mix of antique and contemporary décor. They feature air conditioning, a satellite TV, tea and coffee making facilities and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is served daily in the dining room or on the colonial terrace, overlooking the pool and the ocean. A selection of beers and beverages are available in the pub. Various restaurants, bars and eateries are within a 5-minute drive away. Guests can sunbathe poolside or take a walk through the landscaped garden area. Suncoast Casino and Durban Beach are a 5-minute drive away, and uShaka Marine World is a 15-minute drive away. Several sports venues such as Greyville Racecourse, Moses Mabhida Stadium and Kings Park Stadium are within a 10-minute drive away. King Shaka International Airport is a 25-minute drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Bridget
    South Africa South Africa
    Fabulous in every way from location, comfortable bed with beautiful linen, breakfasts and general hospitality. An oasis of charm where you can relax and feel at home.
  • Rosana
    United States United States
    A short stay, but a soulfully memorable one at the Goble Palms Guest Lodge & Urban Retreat in Durban - full of character, timeless charm, comfort and the warmest hospitality. Huge thanks to Lionel, the wonderful owner, whose gracious spirit makes...
  • Kwanele
    South Africa South Africa
    The place looks more beautiful in person than on pictures. Location is ideal for tourists. They have an in-house bar. Breakfast was delicious
  • Lucy
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Lionel is a delightful host - friendly and conducive and was very helpful to all of us, including our teenage boy who was travelling with. The rooms are such a joy, the food is delicious and plentiful with a lovely view and the pool area is...
  • Nothemba
    Botswana Botswana
    The staff is so sweet and helpful. The place is so beautiful and has vintage vibes.
  • Evelyn
    South Africa South Africa
    What a warm welcome, the staff was friendly and helpful
  • Snowgrass
    South Africa South Africa
    The property is clean, well maintained, it also has historical significance. I’ve stayed at this property many times while visiting the KZN city.
  • Leah
    United States United States
    Beautiful guesthouse with lush gardens and great views of the ocean. I felt very safe with a constant presence of security. The staff, especially Goodman and Thulani, were exceptional. They went above and beyond, any chance they had. The ladies...
  • Judylee
    United States United States
    Everything! So tastefully designed! I loved the unique design of the room! And I felt very safe!
  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Goodman was a fantastic host, very friendly and looked after us along with the other staff. Unique property in the city.

Area info

House rules

Goble Palms Guest Lodge & Urban Retreat takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 195 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 195 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 250 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 10:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the total price of the reservation will be charged on the day of booking for 1-night stays.

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.

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 10:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.