Musgrave Travel Guide

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A lush garden with a stone wall, flowering plants, and a variety of trees.
A formal garden with a central water feature, surrounded by well-manicured lawns and colorful flower beds.
A lush garden with ferns and palm trees. A sign lists various garden sections like 'Ernest Thorp Orchid House' and 'Monocot Garden'.
A well-maintained garden with various flower beds, neatly trimmed hedges, and a small water feature.
A garden pathway with lush greenery and a wooden structure in the background.

Stay near popular Musgrave attractions

Durban Botanical Gardens

8.4/10 (48 reviews)
Featuring pristine lawns, colorful flowerbeds, birdlife and a tea garden, these stunning gardens are also the setting for open-air concerts.
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Activities

Picture 10 for Activity Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf

Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf

AU$16
per adult
Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf
Picture 1 for Activity Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

AU$10
per adult
Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise
Picture 9 for Activity Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

AU$14
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise
Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

Durban: 1-Hour Premium Ocean / Harbour Boat Cruise

AU$20
per adult
Durban: 1-Hour Premium Ocean / Harbour Boat Cruise
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

AU$22
per adult
Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal
Culture Walking Tour of Durban

Culture Walking Tour of Durban

AU$96
per adult
Culture Walking Tour of Durban
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Our pick of the best Musgrave Hotel Deals

Coastlands Musgrave Hotel

Coastlands Musgrave Hotel

4 out of 5
315-319 Peter Mokaba Ridge Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$114 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$114
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Musgrave Centre and Killie Campbell Africana ...
7.8/10 Good! (163 reviews)
"I had a lovely stay. Beautiful virw over the city from upper level Can highly recommend the spa"

Reviewed on 26 July 2026

Coastlands Musgrave Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

4 out of 5
Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga Rocks Umhlanga KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$210 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$210
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga
Parade Hotel

Parade Hotel

3 out of 5
191 OR Tambo/Marine Parade Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$78 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
AU$78
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a casino and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dairy Beach and Durban Funworld are located ...
8/10 Very good! (486 reviews)
"I stayed 3 nights and felt at home here. Great ocean views too. Definitely will stay here again when I come with my family next time ."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Parade Hotel
The Blue Waters Hotel

The Blue Waters Hotel

4 out of 5
175 Snell Parade Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$139 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
AU$139
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Room descriptions are mixed up on site, as I had an issue at check-in on the type of room I was to get. The check-in process was easy. Diana was polite and professional. My 1st room was on the 5th floor and it smelled old and stale, like funky carpet. It was probably the curtains and chairs. The ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

The Blue Waters Hotel
Belaire Suites

Belaire Suites

4 out of 5
151 Snell Parade Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$125 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
AU$125
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Belaire Suites
Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside

3 out of 5
298 Percy Osborn Rd Durban KwaZulu-Natal
The price is AU$46 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$46
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Durban. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Windsor Park Golf Course and Kings Park Stadium are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (29 reviews)
"Aircon was very effective no pool though"

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Royal Ushaka Hotel- Morningside
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Our guide on where to stay in Musgrave

Find the best Musgrave areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A sunset over a beach with palm trees and a bridge.
Photo by Bhavesh Mistry
Open Photo by Bhavesh Mistry

Durban Beachfront

Durban Beachfront is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Blue Lagoon or Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and people walking along the shore.

South Beach

South Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Harbour and Golden Mile.

A sunset over the ocean with palm trees silhouetted against the sky.

North Beach

North Beach is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Blue Lagoon or Golden Mile while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A coastal cityscape with a bridge over water, dense green forest, and urban buildings.

Morningside

Morningside is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Florida Road and Mitchell Park Zoo.

A cityscape with a prominent stadium, dense urban buildings, and surrounding greenery.

Durban Central Business District

Travellers come to Durban Central Business District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Workshop Mall and Harbour while you're in town.

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