PLM Palace Lodge
Durban Central, off Victoria Embankment
- FromR650 a night
- Beach2.4 km
- Rooms37
Best for the ICC, Wilson's Wharf two minutes away, and uShaka five minutes by car.
PLM Lodges
Affordable lodge accommodation in Durban. Three locations, one trusted group.
124 en-suite, air-conditioned rooms across Umbilo, the city centre and Glenwood, from R650 a night, with free fibre WiFi, secure parking and a 24-hour reception at every lodge.
Same standard, three parts of Durban
Pick by what you want outside the front door: the harbour and the ICC, the beach, or a quiet suburban street. Every lodge is en-suite, air-conditioned and secure.
- 30 yearsof Durban hospitality
- 124 roomsacross three lodges
- From R650a night, en-suite
- 3-star gradedPLM Golden Lodge, TGCSA
- Free WiFi & parking24-hour reception, every lodge
PLM Golden Lodge
Glenwood, a quiet suburb near the city
- FromR700 a night
- Beach3.5 km
- Rooms28
Best for a quieter stay. Our only lodge graded three stars by the Tourism Grading Council.
PLM Lodge
444 Umbilo Road, Umbilo
- FromR650 a night
- Beach4.2 km
- Rooms59
Best value, ten to fifteen minutes from the city centre, with a cafe on site.
The same at every lodge
Every room
124
en-suite rooms across three lodges, each with air conditioning, a bar fridge, a kettle and a flat-screen TV.
Free fibre WiFi
In every room
Fast and uninterrupted, at no charge
24/7
Reception
Secure parking
On site, at no extra cost
24-hour security
Every property
DSTV or Openview
Flat-screen TV in every room
Tea, coffee and a fridge
Kettle and bar fridge in your room
Daily housekeeping
Weekends and public holidays too
Rooms and rates
Every room at every lodge is en-suite and air-conditioned, with a bar fridge, kettle, DSTV or Openview, free fibre WiFi and daily servicing. Rates start at R650 a night at PLM Lodge and PLM Palace Lodge and R700 at PLM Golden Lodge; where the same room type has Openview and DSTV, the DSTV room is typically R50 more.
2 Sleeper Luxury
Sleeps 2 · one double bed
A double bed for couples or solo travellers, with a private en-suite, air conditioning, a bar fridge and a 32-inch TV.
From R650 a night (DSTV) · R600 (Openview)
Book room
Which PLM lodge is right for you?
| Lodge | Suburb | Rooms | From | To the beach | Standout |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PLM Palace Lodge | Durban Central | 37 | R650 | 2.4 km, the closest | Two minutes from Wilson's Wharf, near the ICC |
| PLM Golden Lodge | Glenwood | 28 | R700 | 3.5 km | Quiet suburb, TGCSA three-star graded |
| PLM Lodge | Umbilo | 59 | R650 | 4.2 km | Most room types, cafe on site |
From-prices are the lowest online rate at each lodge. Where the same room type has Openview or DSTV, the DSTV room is typically R50 more.
The place was amazing, friendly staff and the rooms were spotless, thank you for the great experience. Will definitely visit again with my partner.
Woooow what a service we've got thank you team PLM GOLDEN Lodge we've enjoyed ourselves we had a very good stay keep it up
Ntombifuthi Xaba, 5 / 5 on GoogleThe service that brings satisfaction. Very clean.
thobile mzelemu, 5 / 5 on Google
Golden Mile
2.4 km away
2.4 km away
Things to do near our lodges
uShaka Marine World, the harbour restaurants at Wilson's Wharf, Africa's oldest botanic garden, and the surf schools along the Golden Mile are all a short drive from any PLM lodge. Ask reception and they will point you the right way.
Before you book
What is the price list for PLM Lodges?
Rooms start from R650 a night at PLM Lodge in Umbilo and at PLM Palace Lodge in Durban Central, and from R700 at PLM Golden Lodge in Glenwood. Where the same room type comes with Openview or DSTV, the DSTV room is typically R50 more. The exact rate depends on the room and your dates and is shown live when you check availability.
How far is a PLM lodge from the beach?
PLM Palace Lodge is the closest at 2.4 km. PLM Golden Lodge is 3.5 km from the beach and PLM Lodge is 4.2 km.
Which is the cheapest PLM lodge?
PLM Lodge and PLM Palace Lodge both have rooms from R650 a night online. PLM Golden Lodge starts from R700. All three lodges are priced as affordable, en-suite accommodation rather than as hotels.
Are Durban guest houses cheaper than hotels?
Usually, yes. A lodge or guest house like PLM gives you a private en-suite room with air conditioning, WiFi and parking included, at a nightly rate that is typically below a city hotel's, because you are not paying for a restaurant, a pool or a conference floor you may never use.
What is the difference between a B&B and a guest house?
A bed and breakfast is usually a smaller, owner-run home with a few rooms and breakfast included. A guest house or lodge is larger, with more rooms, a reception and services such as daily housekeeping. PLM's three properties are lodges, with 28 to 59 rooms each and a 24-hour reception.
Where is PLM Palace Lodge?
PLM Palace Lodge is at 29 Joseph Nduli (Russell) Street in Durban Central, just off Victoria Embankment, about two minutes from Wilson's Wharf and a five-minute drive from uShaka Marine World.
