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Gooderson Tropicana Hotel

Durban , 85 Marine Parade (Show on Map)

7.7

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Summary of reviewsThe Gooderson Tropicana Hotel offers fair value for money and is generally a pleasant and passable establishment. While some guests mentioned that the hotel is starting to fall apart, others found it to be worth the value they paid for. A few negative comments were made about the carpet at the food room/kitchen and the key system access control. However, guests admitted that the overall place was worth the value they paid for. The hotel could improve by updating some of their facilities and services while maintaining their fair pricing.
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Beachfront Hotel

Gooderson Tropicana Hotel is located on the Durban’s Golden Mile beachfront and is one of the most modern hotels in that area. The most stunning are the direct Ocean views and the sunrises in the morning.

Hotel near Golf Courses

Hotel near The Beach

Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability

Family Friendly Hotel

Business Hotel

Hotel with Parking

Accessible Hotel

3-Star Hotel

Room Types

Self-catering Apartment with Sea View Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned apartment comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. The apartment features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit has 2 beds.

Family Room with Sea View Providing free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a shower. The air-conditioned family room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Family Double Room with Side Sea View Offering free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a shower. The air-conditioned family room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Standard Double Room Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a shower. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as city views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Deluxe Sea Facing Family Room Providing free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. The air-conditioned family room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.

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Guest Reviews

7.7

Good

Location

If you're looking for a hotel in a prime location, Gooderson Tropicana Hotel should be at the top of your list. Not only is it situated on the beachfront, but guests love the fact that it's close to everything they need. From restaurants and pubs to shops and bus stops, everything is just around the corner. Many guests appreciated the easy access to the beach and other leisure places, including the popular Ushaka Marine World. The location of the hotel was described as "perfect" and "superb" because everything visitors wanted to do was within reach. Additionally, the hotel offered amazing sea views, making it the perfect getaway for anyone looking for a relaxing break by the ocean. The convenience of the location was mentioned repeatedly with guests often praising the hotel's proximity to everything they needed, including transport links. Whether you're coming for business or pleasure, this hotel's location cannot be beat.

Breakfast

If you're looking for a hotel that serves a delicious breakfast, the Gooderson Tropicana Hotel is definitely worth considering! Guests have raved about how amazing the food is with many saying it's the best part of their stay. The breakfast buffet offers a wide variety of options and the chef is especially talented at making omelettes. Customers have described the food as yummy, delicious, outstanding and phenomenal with many using multiple positive adjectives to describe how much they enjoyed it. And if you're a morning person, you'll be happy to know that breakfast starts early so you can get a great start to your day. Even customers who had minor complaints about their stay still complimented the breakfast with one guest noting that it was the only good thing about their weekend. So if you're looking to start your day with a delicious meal, book a stay at the Gooderson Tropicana Hotel!

Rooms

The Gooderson Tropicana Hotel offers a variety of rooms, from deluxe to sea-facing, all of which are very clean and spacious. Guests have reported the comfortable beds and a great family vibe. While some guests experienced issues with damp carpets and leaks, the majority enjoyed their stay with many commenting on the beautiful sea views from their rooms. While the hotel's furniture may be outdated, this didn't impact guests' comfort and the cleaning staff worked hard to ensure that the rooms were clean and fresh. Overall, the rooms at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel provided a comfortable and enjoyable stay for guests.

Beds

The Gooderson Tropicana Hotel has received mixed reviews regarding their beds, but the positive comments outweigh the negative! Some guests claimed that the blankets were not to their liking and that the beds were uncomfortable causing their body to ache. However, guests have also praised the hotel for providing comfortable beds with super clean linen that felt like home away from home. Some guests have also mentioned that the pillows and beds were comfortable. While some reviews criticized the outdated rooms, cockroaches and lack of warm water, the hotel staff were able to provide old towels and comfortable beds to make the stay worthwhile. Overall, guests have had comfortable sleeping experiences at the Gooderson Tropicana Hotel.

Cleanliness

Gooderson Tropicana Hotel is a perfect spot for travelers looking for a comfortable stay in Durban. Multiple reviews confirm that the hotel is very clean and comfortable. The rooms are spacious and neat with all linen and towels clean all the time. Visitors appreciate the hotel's attention to cleanliness with everything being 100% clean, making for a great family vibe. Some guests noticed old and outdated carpets outside the lifts and bathrooms, but overall, the hotel is well kept. While the hotel is clean, some guests reported issues with hygiene such as a smelly bathroom and hair on breakfast. However, many reviews commended the hotel for its cleanliness with cleaning staff doing a good job in keeping the rooms clean and fresh daily. Visitors also note improvements in cleanliness from the friendliness of the staff to the overall upkeep of the hotel.

Staff

Guests absolutely adore the staff at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel! They repeatedly praise the friendly and professional nature of the staff, who always greet guests with a smile and go out of their way to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Several staff members are mentioned by name and are credited with providing exceptional service. Reviewers highlight the hospitality of the receptionists, kitchen staff and cleaners, as well as the helpfulness of security personnel. Guests appreciate the frequent check-ins from staff and describe feeling like part of the Tropicana Hotel family. Overall, guests rate the staff as top-notch, efficient, approachable and kind. The breakfast is also a standout feature with many guests complimenting both the food and the service provided by the kitchen staff.

Beach

The Gooderson Tropicana Hotel is the perfect beachfront location for your next vacation. With easy access to the bustling beach, you can enjoy the beautiful sea view from the comfort of your room. In fact, some guests booked a beach view room to fully take advantage of the location. You only need to walk a few steps and you're right at the beach. The hotel is also conveniently located near other facilities, such as shops, restaurants and even the famous Ushaka Marine World. Guests were impressed with the hotel's proximity to the beach and the spectacular ocean view it provided with some even mentioning being able to hear the waves from their rooms. Whether you want to sunbathe on the beach or take a dip in the ocean, this hotel's location is perfect for your beach vacation needs.

Parking

While some guests had negative experiences with the parking at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel, such as small and close parking bays and a separate parking building, there were also positive reviews noting safety and sufficient paid parking. One guest mentioned that the municipality should improve the cleanliness of the parking entrance since guests are paying for it. Overall, it seems that the parking situation at the hotel could use some improvement, but several guests still found it to be a safe option.

Family

If you're looking for a family-friendly option when visiting Durban, the Gooderson Tropicana Hotel could be just what you need. While some guests had issues with towels and room renovations, most agreed that the hotel had a great family atmosphere. One reviewer even mentioned how the hotel made their daughter's birthday special by singing to her. Kids will love staying here too with one guest saying that their boys loved it. The security team even went above and beyond to help a guest with their wheelchair-bound mother. The only downside was that the family rooms seemed to have some issues with shower leaks and insufficient supplies for the number of guests. Additionally, some reviewers noted that the breakfast was a bit crowded due to queues. However, overall, families seem to enjoy the experience of staying at the Gooderson Tropicana Hotel.

3 Star

The Gooderson Tropicana Hotel is a three-star establishment that offers fair value for money. While some guests were disappointed and mentioned that the hotel is starting to fall apart, others found it to be pleasant and passable overall. A few negative comments were made about the carpet at the food room/kitchen which is old and not clean and the fact that the hotel needs to get rid of the key system and move to a card key system access control. The air conditioning is located in the wrong place and the window is difficult to open and close without fearing of breaking it. However, guests admitted that the overall place was worth the value they paid for with nothing mentioned specifically except for the breakfast, which was described as horrible. In conclusion, the Gooderson Tropicana Hotel could take pride in their establishment by updating some of their facilities and services while maintaining their fair pricing.

No, Gooderson Tropicana Hotel doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel.

No, Gooderson Tropicana Hotel doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel.

No, Gooderson Tropicana Hotel doesn't have a gym.

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