The Royal Hotel
3.0 star property

Comfortable Colonial hotel near uShaka Marine World

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The Royal Hotel

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Coffee shop
City view
Front of property
Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, City View
Coffee shop

Overview of The Royal Hotel

7.2

Good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Explore the area

267 Smith Street, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4001
  • Popular LocationDurban International Convention Centre15 min walk
  • Popular LocationuShaka Marine World3 min drive
  • Popular LocationDurban Beach4 min drive
  • AirportDurban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)36 min drive
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Room options

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, City View

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Bidet
Separate bathtub and shower
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Harbor View

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 646 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Harbor View

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 323 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Durban

The Royal Hotel is located in Durban Central Business District, a neighborhood in Durban, and is in a shopping district and near the beach. UShaka Marine World is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Durban Beach and Umhlanga Rocks Beach. Durban Natural Science Museum and Durban City Hall are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, snorkeling and windsurfing adventures can be found near the property.

What's nearby

  • Durban International Convention Centre - 15 min walk
  • uShaka Marine World - 3 min drive
  • Durban Beach - 4 min drive
  • Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World - 4 min drive
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • KFC - 4 min walk
  • Lords & Legends Sports Cafe - 3 min walk
  • McDonald's - 4 min walk
  • Thunder Peak Spur - 2 min walk
  • McDonald's - 4 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel

Hotel located in Durban Central Business District
A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at The Royal Hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as reflexology, a body treatment, or a body scrub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a business center.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge), and self parking (surcharge)
  • A banquet hall, a 24-hour front desk, and a reception hall
  • Massage treatment rooms, ATM/banking services, and concierge services
Room features
All 206 individually furnished rooms offer thoughtful touches such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and phones

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (ZAR 60 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM–10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 185 for adults and ZAR 92.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Stereo

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room accessibility
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 18 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1845
  • Colonial architecture
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 185 for adults and ZAR 92.50 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 450 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 150.00 (one-way), (from 5 to 11 years old)
  • Covered self parking fee: ZAR 60 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Royal Durban
Royal Hotel Durban
The Royal Hotel Hotel
The Royal Hotel Durban
The Royal Hotel Hotel Durban

Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Hotel?

As of Mar 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on Apr 7, 2024 start from CA $40.16, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Royal Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Royal Hotel?

Self parking is available for ZAR 60 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Royal Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Royal Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does The Royal Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 450 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Royal Hotel located?

Located in Durban Central Business District, this spa hotel is steps from Durban Art Gallery, Farewell Square, and Durban City Hall. Durban Natural Science Museum and Playhouse are also within 5 minutes.

The Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 225 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 225 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 225 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 225 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 225 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maud

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hood
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Russell

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mildred Nomvana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Isaac

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Ferdinand

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Pearl

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maud

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pedro Manuel Pereira, Concord

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Above and beyond great experience , staff is fantastic.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travelstart online

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022