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Goble Palms Guest Lodge & Urban Retreat

5.0 of 5
120 Goble Rd | Morningside, Durban 4001, South Africa
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Ranked #10 of 174 Durban B&B and Inns
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Paris, France
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16 reviews 16 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Lionel and all the employees of this nice and romantic Victorian style B&B are very nice and helpful to help u discover Durban ! The rooms are very comfortable and very cosy. The breakfast is the best we have ever had in SA (we have slept in many B&B in this country and can do comparison!) with delicious fresh fruit... More

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Cadillac, MI
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54 reviews 54 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013 via mobile

If you are going to Durban I recommend the Goble Palms highly. Five star in staff, accommodation and location. I stayed here with my wife and mother and father-law and my son who is an exchange student in Durban. It was amazing! Quiet, comfortable, helpful an friendly staff, fantastic breakfast and honor lounge to return to at night. No second... More

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London, England, United Kingdom
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21 reviews 21 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

This is an outstanding venue. The service is second to none and the location excellent. The breakfast is absolutely great. Very good value for money. The inside of the venue and rooms are beautifully done and the linen and towels of a good quality.

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Salisbury, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

The Goble Palms is just a elegant and nostalgic as the pictures/web site lead us to believe. The staff is extremely kind and well-meaning. The owners, when you see them, put on a great show of welcome. The breakfast was very good and the view from the veranda breathtaking. But this guest house has some serious maintenance problems: - the... More

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goblepalms, Owner at Goble Palms Guest Lodge & Urban Retreat, responded to this review
14 April 2013

We appreciate feedback from our guests and always act upon this to improve our service and / or facilities. We do understand and apologize again for the frustration and inconvenience caused as a result of the unforseen problems with our WiFi. We did call a technician in the very next day and this has been rectified. Our staff do have... More

Midlands
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19 reviews 19 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2013

Is an oldish rambling property on a steep hill not too far from the central beach area. Not the easiest place to find because the authorities have changed the name of the street but worth finding. Pleasant greeting and shown around the site efficiently. The rooms are in an older style but kept clean and everything worked as it should.... More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2013

Can't recommend Goble Palms Guest Lodge enough. The location and room were excellent. The lodge is in the colonial style from 1900 with spacious verandas where you can sit out in the evening. So relaxing. The staff are very friendly and the owner was a great help.

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Mbabane, Hhohho, Swaziland
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2013

Located close to some good restaurants - &, more importantly, close to the rugby stadium ( not so close that it would disturb you) - Goble Palms is a tranquil haven & a lovely place to stay. Beautifully appointed & with very helpful staff, the attention to detail makes this place special. The facilities are extensive for such a small... More

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Nottingham Road, South Africa
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2013

An excellent and intimate "country-house style" lodge in a very convenient location. The breakfasts, served in the diningroom, or on the Victorian veranda are wonderful. Enjoyed relaxing on the candle-lit patios overlooking the city at night. Many thanks for the great visit.

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Carlisle, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

just returned this morning from a trip to SA. We stayed two nights at The Goble Palms Guest House, what a delightful experience. Our room was large and airy with the balcony looking towards the Indian Ocean. The room was well decorated in an old Colonial style, very nice indeed. Breakfast was superb with all facets overseen by the owners.... More

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Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2013 via mobile

Goble Palms offers the discerning traveler a perfect haven of high quality for exploring Durban and its environs. It provides extremely comfortable, well appointed en-suite rooms in the quiet area of Morningside. The verandahs, patios and pool are set in established palm clad gardens and there are pots and tubs all around and many orchids inside. The rooms and public... More

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Additional Information about Goble Palms Guest Lodge & Urban Retreat

Address: 120 Goble Rd | Morningside, Durban 4001, South Africa
Region: South Africa > KwaZulu-Natal > Durban
Amenities:
Free Parking Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #10 of 174 B&Bs / Inns in Durban
Price Range: £
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
A charming blend of tradition, elegance and style awaits in the gracious surroundings of Goble Palms, a beautiful Edwardian Lodge set high up on the ridge, overlooking the sea. Air-conditioned bedrooms are luxuriously decorated with comforts to pamper. Sumptuous breakfasts in the elegant dining room or on the patio at the pool. Close to city, ICC, golf,sports stadiums,beaches and restaurants. WiFi. Parking. TGCSA 5-Star Guest House. ... more   less 
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