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The Royal Hotel
3 stars

The Royal Hotel

267 Smith Street, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Durban, South Africa
See location+27 313 336 000
From
C$ 35
Cheapest

rate per night

7.8
Good
based on 2865 reviews
2,865 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
C$ 35
Queen room
C$ 35
Double room
C$ 42

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Set in Durban, The Royal Hotel Durban is a five-minute walk from Durban Central Business District and offers a sauna and an outdoor pool. 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 air-conditioned rooms at the hotel are unique. They all offer tea and coffee making facilities, a mini bar and an in-room safe.

The hotel's in-house restaurant, The Royal Grill, is a popular place to enjoy a meal. Those looking to socialize can visit Exchange, conveniently situated on-site.

The Royal Hotel Durban is within walking distance of International Convention Centre Durban. Guests will find lots to see and do in the local area, with Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World, uShaka Marine World and Durban Botanic Gardens a short car ride away.

Rating
7.8
Good
Based on 2,865 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Royal Hotel

Mon 26/5
Tue 27/5
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
2 twin beds
bed type unknown
Queen room
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
Double room
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at The Royal Hotel

  • Snorkeling
  • 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
  • Trash cans
  • 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
  • 24hr 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
  • Snorkeling
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • 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

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Reviews of The Royal Hotel

7.8
Good
2865 verified ratings
Wonderful
1128
Very good
419
Good
471
Okay
232
Fair
243
Mediocre
117
Poor
255

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Overall, guests had mixed feelings about their stay. While many appreciated the spacious rooms and found the hotel to offer good value for money, there were significant complaints about cleanliness, particularly in the bathrooms and common areas. Some guests also noted issues with the air conditioning and outdated facilities, which detracted from their experience.
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Value for Price8 out of 10
Room Size7.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
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Location

267 Smith Street, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

What's nearby

  • Durban International Convention Centre0.7 km
  • Golden Mile1 km
  • Kingsmead Cricket Ground1 km
  • Marine Parade Street1.4 km
  • South Beach1.5 km
  • North Beach1.6 km
  • Durban Botanical Gardens2.1 km
  • uShaka Marine World2.2 km
  • Natal Observatory2.3 km
  • Greyville Race Course2.4 km
  • Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World2.6 km
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium3.4 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Royal Hotel

Low season

May

High season

May

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 41
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Royal Hotel

  • The cheapest price a room at The Royal Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 41, while the most expensive was C$ 41.

FAQs when booking at The Royal Hotel

  • Where is The Royal Hotel located?

    The Royal Hotel is located at 267 Smith Street in Durban Central, 0.4 km from the centre of Durban. Durban International Convention Centre is the closest landmark to The Royal Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Royal Hotel?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at The Royal Hotel.

  • Does The Royal Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Royal Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Royal Hotel from the airport?

    The Royal Hotel is 9.8 km from Durban Virginia. The Royal Hotel is 28.9 km from Durban King Shaka Intl.

  • Does The Royal Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, The Royal Hotel has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Royal Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Royal Hotel in Durban and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Royal Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Royal Hotel.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.1

Distance to downtown

0.4 km

Nearest Airport

Durban King Shaka Intl

Distance to airport

29.4 km