Coastlands Durban Self Cater Apar & Conv, DurbanCoastlands Durban Self Cater Apar & Conv in Durban, South Africa has a corrected score of 2.1 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 47 of 47 hotels we score in Durban. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 1.6 before correction: Booking.com 0.6, Tripadvisor 2.6, Agoda 1.5.Coastlands Durban Self Catering Holiday Apartments is a beachfront aparthotel situated on Dr. Pixley Kaseme Street in the South Beach area. The property offers self-catering apartments and guest rooms featuring kitchenettes, refrigerators, and flat-screen TVs. It serves solo travellers, couples, and families through a mix of double or twin rooms. Facilities include a swimming pool, a gym, a spa, and a business centre. Guests have direct access to the beach and can view the ocean from certain units. While the location provides proximity to uShaka Marine World and the Durban ICC, some guests have noted that cleanliness standards could be improved.What stands out

Direct beach access

On-site kitchen facilities

Secure parking available

Swimming pool and spa

Watch out for

Variable cleanliness standards

Missing dish cloths in rooms

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