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The Riverside Hotel

4-star Hotel with Outdoor pool

4 stars

10 Kenneth Kaunda Drive, 4065 Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

+27 315 630 600
8,5
Very Good

1 714 verified ratings

R920
Rate

rate per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
R920
Deluxe room
R1 136
Queen room
R1 205
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About The Riverside Hotel, Durban

Cleanliness
8,7
Comfort
8,7
Location
9,0
Services
8,5
Staff
8,7
Value for money
8,5
Beach hotel with outdoor pool, near Durban Beach At The Riverside Hotel, hit the nearby beach, dine onsite at Riverside Cafe, or enjoy a drink at one of the hotel's 2 bars/lounges. The Riverside Hotel offers 169 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Durban North hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a health club. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Rooms

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Deluxe room
bed type unknown
R1 136
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 224
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 465
nightly with fees
Queen room
1 queen bed
R1 205
nightly with fees
Double room
1 queen bed
R1 391
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 484
nightly with fees
1 twin bed
R1 506
nightly with fees
Standard Room
1 twin bed
R920
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 033
nightly with fees
1 twin bed
R1 160
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Business centre

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchenette

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Lockers
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Casino
  • Golf
  • Canoeing
  • Beauty salon

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Outdoor

  • Grill
  • Garden

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews

8,5
Very Good1 714 verified ratings
Pros +
  • The bar and pool area was awesome (in 22 reviews)
  • "Very nice view, friendly staff,peacful." (in 24 reviews)
  • Rooms clean and comfortable. (in 65 reviews)
Cons -
  • Nothing was happy during my stay (in 29 reviews)
  • The view from the room was terrible. (in 13 reviews)
  • The room service food was really bad. (in 19 reviews)

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Value for money

8,5

Location rating

9,0

Distance to city centre

5,7 km

Nearest airport

Durban King Shaka Intl

Distance to airport

23,7 km

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:30

Cancellation/pre-payment

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

Frequently asked questions

  • How does The Riverside Hotel compare to other 4-star hotels in Durban?

    On average, The Riverside Hotel is less than the Durban average rate for 4-star hotels. The nightly rate at The Riverside Hotel is typically R1 457, whereas the nightly rate in Durban is R373 more.

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

    If there is no traffic, the 23,7 km drive between Durban King Shaka Intl and The Riverside Hotel should only take about 44 mins. 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 Riverside Hotel from Durban King Shaka Intl?

    The Riverside Hotel has parking available on site for customers of the hotel. With that in mind, the most efficient way not only to get from Durban King Shaka Intl to the hotel, but also to get around Durban during your stay may be to hire a car. Car hire in The Riverside Hotel are on average R250/day. Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to The Riverside Hotel. The nearest airport to the hotel is Durban King Shaka Intl.

  • Are there food options at The Riverside Hotel?

    The Riverside Hotel does have a restaurant on site that guests and non-guests can use. Ask the front desk for kitchen hours or call The Riverside Hotel at +27 315 630 600. Guests staying at The Riverside Hotel are welcomed by hotel staff to order room service directly from the kitchen to their room.

  • Does The Riverside Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, The Riverside 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.

  • How close is The Riverside Hotel to Durban city centre?

    The Riverside Hotel is 5,7 km away from the city centre of Durban, where you can find interesting sights such as Durban City Hall and Natural Science Museum.

  • What is the phone number for The Riverside Hotel?

    You can reach the main line at +27 315 630 600.

  • Does The Riverside Hotel have Wi-Fi available?

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

  • Is there a gym or fitness centre available to guests at The Riverside Hotel?

    The Riverside Hotel does have a gym on site that is available to hotel guests. Some hotel gyms may not have 24-hour access, so it is best to ask a front desk clerk for fitness centre hours.

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

    Standard check-out time at The Riverside Hotel is 10:30. Guests can check in after 15:00.

  • How much is a room at The Riverside Hotel?

    Guests can currently expect to pay R2 012 on average for a night at The Riverside Hotel, Durban. Enter your desired travel dates in the form above to find deals starting at R1 272 per night.

  • Is there laundry service in The Riverside Hotel?

    The accommodation features laundry services for all guests.

  • What is the distance from The Riverside Hotel, Durban to Moses Mabhida Stadium?

    The distance from The Riverside Hotel to Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban is about 2,4 km.

  • Is Kings Park Stadium, Durban close to The Riverside Hotel?

    Yes, Kings Park Stadium is only 2,0 km from The Riverside Hotel.

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    The number of operators available for hotels in Durban is 1 927 as of September 2025.

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Places of interest near The Riverside Hotel

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The Riverside Hotel location: 10 Kenneth Kaunda Drive, 4065 Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

Top landmarks

Umgeni River Bird Park1,3 km
Kings Park Stadium2,0 km
Moses Mabhida Stadium2,4 km
Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World3,3 km
Greyville Race Course4,2 km
North Beach4,8 km
Natal Observatory5,2 km

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