The Royal Hotel | Hotel in Durban

| 7.2 (249 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
Durban Central Business District Hotel | The Royal Hotel

Hotel in Durban Central Business District, Durban

Colonial hotel with spa services and a 24-hour front desk
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a snack bar/deli, a conference center, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite.
The Royal Hotel offers 206 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and complimentary toiletries. This Durban hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.


Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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267 Smith Street, Durban, 4001, South Africa

Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
TV
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Business Services
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
Bedroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Soundproofing
  • Phone
  • Individually furnished
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Individually decorated
Breakfast
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 6:30 AM–10 AM: ZAR 185 for adults and ZAR 92.50 for children
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available
Parking
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Secured covered self parking on site (ZAR 60 per day)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Limo/town car service
  • Roundtrip train station shuttle (surcharge)
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • In-room accessibility
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Activities
  • Theme parks
  • Health/beauty spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Windsurfing
  • Sailing
  • Beach access
  • Snorkeling
  • Kayaking
  • Outlet shopping
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Boat tours
  • Golfing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa services
Entertainment
  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
General
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Reception hall
  • ATM/banking services
  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Front-desk safe
  • English
Guest Services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Concierge services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Luggage storage
Internet
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Terrace
Spa
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Body wraps
  • Reflexology
  • Aromatherapy
  • Facials
  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Body scrubs
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Body treatments

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
Child Policy
Children are welcome. rollaway/extra beds are not available. cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment Policy
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.
Pet Policy
No pets or service animals allowed
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 please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit 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

Reviews

Dr. Lindokuhle
Mar 18, 2025 09:10:40 PM
Review Score:   6
Summary: Firstly staff does not take initiative in assisting guests with luggage Building is old and hold a rich history but not maintained or renovated enough to keep the standards of today not luxurious just plain boring hotel with couches that are torn and old The breakfast is not really great not appetising not enough option and very plain.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View
Room Size: m2
3 Queen Bed and Twin Beds
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View

General

Bidet, Number of living rooms 0, Number of bedrooms - 2, No cribs (infant beds), Bed count maximum 3, City view, Bed count minimum 3
Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, City View
Room Size: 323 square feet m2
2 Twin Beds
Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, City View

General

Number of living rooms 0, Ping - 9, Square meters - 30, Number of bedrooms - 0, No cribs (infant beds), Square feet - 323, Bed count minimum 2, City view, Bed count maximum 2
Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Harbor View
Room Size: 646 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Harbor View

General

Bidet, Square feet - 646, Square meters - 60, Harbor view, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 18, Cribs/infant beds (surcharge), Bed count minimum 1, Number of living rooms 1, Bed count maximum 1
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Harbor View
Room Size: 323 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Harbor View

General

Number of living rooms 0, Ping - 9, Square meters - 30, No rollaway/extra beds, Number of bedrooms - 0, Harbor view, No cribs (infant beds), Square feet - 323, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1

FAQ's

Is this The Royal Hotel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the The Royal Hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, this The Royal Hotel has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in The Royal Hotel?

Best-rates for the The Royal Hotel starts from $41 per night with includes Spa, Breakfast, Internet, Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Bedding/Linens, Restaurant, Bar, Toiletries, Laundry, Transportation/Shuttle, Wellness Facilities, Child Friendly, TV, Ocean View, Accessibility, Guest Services, Air Conditioner, Pool, View, Balcony/Terrace, Business Services with all other facilities. Hotala.co.za matches every traveler with their perfect hotel, resort, or rental and whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is The Royal Hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the The Royal Hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the The Royal Hotel is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the The Royal Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the The Royal Hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for The Royal Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the The Royal Hotel are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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