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The Royal Hotel

3-star Hotel with Snorkelling

3 stars

267 Smith Street, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

+27 313 336 000
7.4
Good

based on 2,666 reviews

$45
Rate

per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
Queen room
Double room

About The Royal Hotel, Durban

Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Location
8.2
Services
7.5
Staff
8.3
Value for money
7.8
Featuring a sauna and an outdoor pool, The Royal Hotel Durban is located in Durban and offers sophisticated accommodation. It features expansive city views and 4-star rooms. A variety of premium services are available for guests of The Royal Hotel Durban, such as 24-hour room service, valet parking and an express check-in and check-out feature. It offers a kids pool and a coffee bar, as well as squash courts. The rooms at the hotel were renovated in 2004 and have tea and coffee making facilities, a mini bar and an in-room safe. The bathrooms feature a shower and come with a hair dryer. The hotel provides an in-house restaurant, The Royal Grill, which offers breakfast, lunch and dinner in an elegant setting. Those staying at the property can sample the varied drinks menu at Exchange. For those with day trips planned, the hotel provides packed lunches on request. The Royal Hotel Durban is situated amongst the area's well-known attractions, including International Convention Centre Durban, which is a short walk away. Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World, the Durban Botanic Gardens and uShaka Marine World are in close proximity to the property.

The Royal Hotel photos


Rooms

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Double room
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
Queen room
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
bed type unknown
2 twin beds
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Snorkelling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee shop
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee shop

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Beauty salon
  • Windsurfing

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Quiet street view
  • Family rooms
  • Sea view
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Pool and spa

  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Rooftop pool
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Designated smoking area

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Kids meals

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Reviews

7.4
GoodBased on 2,666 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • The hotel staff is super amazing. (in 86 reviews)
  • Great view and comfortable rooms (in 81 reviews)
  • Food delicious stuff friendly. (in 68 reviews)
Cons -
  • Nothing was wrong I was happy (in 22 reviews)
  • The windows were very dirty (in 29 reviews)
  • Air conditioner is bad very bad (in 23 reviews)


The Royal Hotel room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does The Royal Hotel compare to other 3-star hotels in Durban?

    The Royal Hotel is typically below the average price of 3 star hotels in Durban. On average, you can expect to pay $178 per night in Durban. The Royal Hotel typically costs $51 per night, which is $127 cheaper than the Durban average.

  • How far is The Royal Hotel from Durban King Shaka Intl?

    If there is no traffic, the 29.4 km drive between Durban King Shaka Intl and The Royal Hotel should only take about 54min. If your hotel is in a more metropolitan area, you may see the driving time increase due to traffic.

  • What is the best way to get to The Royal Hotel from Durban King Shaka Intl?

    If you intend to hire a car to travel from Durban King Shaka Intl to the hotel, you will have peace of mind knowing that The Royal Hotel offers parking on site. Car hire in the area typically go for $18/day for a base model hire. If you’re looking for a simple travel option from Durban King Shaka Intl to The Royal Hotel, consider calling a taxi or rideshare service to take you to the hotel as well as around the city during your visit.

  • Are there food options at The Royal Hotel?

    The Royal Hotel does have a restaurant on site that guests and non-guests can use. Ask the front desk for kitchen hours or call The Royal Hotel at +27 313 336 000. One of the easiest dining options for Durban guests staying in The Royal Hotel is to order room service, which is available to all hotel guests.

  • Does The Royal Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, The Royal Hotel has a pool that customers can use. Typically, hotel pools have restrictions based on the time of day so be sure to speak to the front desk before using the pool.

  • What is the phone number for The Royal Hotel?

    For questions regarding the hotel or your stay at The Royal Hotel, call +27 313 336 000.

  • Does The Royal Hotel have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, The Royal Hotel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for The Royal Hotel?

    You can plan to arrive after 14:00 for checking in. Check-out time is 10:00. We advise notifying the front desk of any requests as early as possible.

  • How much is a room at The Royal Hotel?

    Prices may fluctuate based on room type, dates, and availability. You can find great room deals for The Royal Hotel at the moment between $45 and $95 a night. Enter preferred dates in the form above to see the best-matched deals for you.

  • Is there laundry service in The Royal Hotel?

    Yes, you can take care of all your laundry needs with the on-premise services at The Royal Hotel, Durban. Irons and ironing boards are included as featured amenities.

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Places of interest near The Royal Hotel

Attractions in Durban, South Africa curated by momondo

The Royal Hotel location: 267 Smith Street, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

Top landmarks

Old Courthouse Museum0.2 km
Workshop Mall0.4 km
Exhibition Centre0.7 km
Kwa Muhle Museum0.7 km
Old House Museum0.9 km
Sahara Stadium Kingsmead0.9 km
Victoria Street Market1.1 km
South Beach1.5 km

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