THE ROYAL HOTEL - Durban 267 Smith Street 4001

267 Smith St., Durban, 4001 South Africa

In Durban (Durban Central Business District)

7.4

Average

Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

Its central Durban location puts you minutes from uShaka Marine World and the harbour, and it offers a spa, an outdoor pool, an on-site restaurant and bar, free WiFi and extensive wheelchair-accessible facilities, with beach access and watersports like snorkeling, sailing and kayaking nearby.

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Free WiFi

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Parking (limited spaces)

Number of outdoor pools - 1

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Property Description

With a stay at The Royal Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Durban, within a 5-minute drive of uShaka Marine World and Durban Beach. This spa hotel is 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Umhlanga Rocks Beach and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Harbour.

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 206 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones and laptop-compatible safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre (ICC) - 0.5 mi
The Pavilion - 5.6 mi

Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a cruise ship terminal shuttle.

Relax and unwind with massages, body treatments, and facials. Additional amenities at this Colonial hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. The beach shuttle (surcharge) makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.

Situated in Durbans CBD and 15 minutes walk from the beach. The Iconic Royal Hotel offers 207 comfortable bedrooms consisting of Deluxe Rooms and Suites. All bedrooms have spectacular views over the city, Indian ocean and Durban harbor. The hotel boasts a number of restaurants serving award-winning cuisine. The stylish rooms are equipped with air-conditioning and sattelite tv. Each room features a mini-bar fridge, which can be stocked on request, along with tea and coffee making facilities and hairdryers. Bathrooms include bath tubs and showers. Elegant dining and moutwatering dishes are available at the hotel and it is the perfect venue for weddings, conferences and events. This 4 star accommodation hotel is 5 minutes walk from the Esplanade that allows access to the harbor, 7 minutes drive from uShaka Marine World and 35km from King Shaka Airport.

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 2:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Floors: 0

Rooms: 0

Non Smoking Rooms: 0

Handicap Rooms: 0

Suites: 0

Meeting Rooms: 0

Total Taxes: 0.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Check-In Instructions:

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

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
ATM/banking
Airport transportation (surcharge)
Banquet hall
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Boat tours nearby
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Business center
Check In: 2:00 PM - anytime
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Concierge services
Conference center
Conference space
Covered parking
Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Elevator
Free WiFi
Golfing nearby
Handrails in stairways
Health or beauty spa nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Laundry facilities
Limo or town car service available
Luggage storage
Meeting rooms
Multilingual staff
No cribs (infant beds) available
No rollaway/extra beds available
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Number of restaurants - 1
Parking (limited spaces)
Parking height restrictions apply
Pets not allowed
Porter/bellhop
Professional property host/manager
Reception hall
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Sailing nearby
Secured parking
Self parking (surcharge)
Service animals not allowed
Snack bar/deli
Snorkeling nearby
Spa services on site
Spa treatment room(s)
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Terrace
Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
Train station drop-off (surcharge)
Train station pickup (surcharge)
Wedding services
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Windsurfing nearby

Airport & Shuttle Info

Yes! There is an airport shuttle.

Local Shuttle Info:

Pet Friendly?

Pets are not allowed

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 205 for adults and ZAR 100 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel 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.

Essential workers only - NO

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Surf Riders Cafe - Enjoy a beachfront breakfast with a view of the ocean, just a 10-minute drive from the hotel.

Lunch Cargo Hold Restaurant - Dine inside a shipwreck with underwater views of sea creatures, within uShaka Marine World, 15 minutes from the hotel.

Dinner Butcher Boys Florida Road - Savor the best steaks in town in a sophisticated setting, just a 5-minute drive away.

Activity uShaka Marine World - Explore the wonders of marine life and enjoy water activities, located 15 minutes away by car.

Day 2

Breakfast Freedom Cafe - A trendy spot for a delicious breakfast in a unique container setting, located 7 minutes away by car.

Lunch Afro's Chicken Shop - Enjoy local South African chicken dishes, just a 12-minute walk from the Durban Botanic Gardens.

Dinner Mali's Indian Restaurant - Experience authentic Indian cuisine in a cozy atmosphere, about a 10-minute drive from the hotel.

Activity Durban Botanic Gardens - Take a peaceful stroll in Africa's oldest surviving botanic garden, only a 10-minute drive from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast The Glenwood Bakery - Start your day with freshly baked goods and excellent coffee, a 12-minute drive from the hotel.

Lunch Circus Circus Beach Cafe - A beachside cafe offering a variety of dishes with sea views, approximately 15 minutes away by car.

Dinner Roma Revolving Restaurant - Enjoy a 360-degree view of Durban while dining, situated 10 minutes away by car.

Activity Moses Mabhida Stadium - Take a SkyCar ride to the top for panoramic city views or dare the Big Swing, located 10 minutes away by car.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about The Royal Hotel

What time is check in?

Check in time is 2:00 PM - anytime based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

Is there a pool at The Royal Hotel?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property.