Hotel Formule 1, in Durban, is part of a low-cost chain of hotels located close to airports and business centers. Rooms at the hotel sleep up to three guests and include en-suite shower and toilet, and an adjustable air conditioner/heater. The hotel provides an eat-all-you-want breakfast that includes your choice of three cereals, bread and rolls, an assortment of jams, milk, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, your choice of two juices and fresh apples. Vending machines provide drinks and snacks. Wi-Fi hotspots are available, and parking is free. In 2010, rates started at $59.74 per night.
The Parade Hotel is located on the beachfront on the Golden Mile in Durban. This hotel is aimed at travelers who want to save money, like backpackers, sports and school groups, or budget travelers. According to the hotel's website, the "very competitive room rates reflect our limited service environment." Guest rooms overlook the Indian Ocean, but there is no air conditioning. Instead, fans are provided in each room. Rooms have satellite TV, but no Internet access. The hotel offers an English-style buffet breakfast. Nearby attractions include the Sun Coast Casino, Ushaka Marine World and the nightlife of Florida Road in Morningside. In 2010, off-season rates started at $34.33 per person; peak rates started at $41 per person.
The Albany Hotel is located next to the Natal Playhouse Theatre and a short drive from Durban's World Cup Stadium, Sahara Kingsmead Cricket Stadium and Absa Rugby Stadium. The Workshop Shopping Centre and Durban's Bay are also nearby. The hotel offers a breakfast buffet/a la carte lunch and dinner. Guest rooms are en suite and include marble bathrooms and showers. All rooms have views of the Francis Farewell Gardens. In addition, they all have air conditioning and the hotel also offers babysitting services. In 2010, rates started at $48 per person and included a full English breakfast.
Garden Court Marine Parade is an art-deco styled hotel that's located on Durban's Golden Mile. Its rooms look out on the Indian Ocean and offer views of the sunrise. A pool on the 30th floor is enclosed in glass. The Garden Court includes The Garden Grill restaurant, which serves a full English breakfast. A continental buffet breakfast is also available. The MacRib Family Restaurant is also located on the hotel premises. Nearby Attractions include the Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World, which is the largest gaming facility in KwaZulu-Natal. UShaka Marine World has shark cage diving and seal shows. The Playhouse Theatre is also nearby. In 2010, rates started at $124.84 per person.
