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The Benjamin vs Blue Waters Hotel
Both properties are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Blue Waters Hotel scores marginally higher than The Benjamin. Blue Waters Hotel ranks #18 in Durban with praise from 2 sources like Rough Guide, Lonely Planet.
The Benjamin
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
141 Florida Road, Morningside, Durban 4001, South Africa
From $42 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Smoking Rooms
- Pool
Lonely Planet
"This upmarket boutique hotel is filled with smart rooms of the ‘heavy drapes and floral furnishing’ variety (although the jute carpet is showing some wear), around a pretty paved and green courtyard."
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Fodor's
"In one of Durban's transformed historic buildings, this small hotel offers excellent value. Its location is ideal—perched on trendy Florida Road."
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Blue Waters Hotel
Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
Fodor's
175 Snell Parade, North Beach, Durban 4001, South Africa
From $40 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Lonely Planet
"At the northern end of the beachfront, away from the madding Promenade crowd, Blue Waters is a classic hotel."
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Rough Guide
"A delightful 1950s Durban landmark opposite Battery Beach, with great views onto the oceanfront (every room has a balcony)."
Fodor's
"Ideally located on North Beach, 250 meters from the Suncoast Entertainment Complex, the Blue Waters Hotel is an excellent value."
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