The Royal Hotel
3-star Hotel with Snorkelling
267 Smith Street, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
+27 313 336 000based on 2 882 reviews
per night
About The Royal Hotel, Durban
The Royal Hotel photos
Hotel Amenities & Facilities
- Snorkelling
- 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
- Dustbins
- 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
- 24-hour 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
- Snorkelling
- 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
- Lift
- No smoking
- Upper floors accessible by lift
- 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
Pros +
- The hotel staff is super amazing. (in 86 reviews)
- Great view and comfortable rooms (in 81 reviews)
- Food delicious stuff friendly. (in 68 reviews)
Cons -
- Nothing was wrong I was happy (in 22 reviews)
- The windows were very dirty (in 29 reviews)
- Air conditioner is bad very bad (in 23 reviews)
The Royal Hotel room booking info
Check in/Check out
Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:00
Cancellation/pre-payment
Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.
Frequently asked questions
How does The Royal Hotel compare to other 3-star hotels in Durban?
The Royal Hotel is typically below the average price of 3 star hotels in Durban. On average, you can expect to pay R1 735 per night in Durban. The Royal Hotel typically costs R851 per night, which is R884 cheaper than the Durban average.
How far is The Royal Hotel from Durban King Shaka Intl?
There are 29,4 km between Durban King Shaka Intl and The Royal Hotel. The drive to and from the airport should be about 54min, depending on traffic. Take into account high traffic times, especially near more metropolitan areas.
What is the best way to get to The Royal Hotel from Durban King Shaka Intl?
With parking available at The Royal Hotel, you could always hire a car for as low as R218/day and park it at the hotel. This would give you freedom while visiting Durban. If you’re looking for a simple travel option from Durban King Shaka Intl to The Royal Hotel, consider calling a taxi or rideshare service to take you to the hotel as well as around the city during your visit.
Are there food options at The Royal Hotel?
There is a restaurant at The Royal Hotel that can be used by visitors of the hotel. You can sit down or order food to take away. Call the front desk at +27 313 336 000 for kitchen hours. Guests staying at The Royal Hotel are welcomed by hotel staff to order room service directly from the kitchen to their room.
Does The Royal Hotel have a pool?
Yes, The Royal 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 Royal Hotel to Durban city centre?
When staying at The Royal Hotel you are only 0,4 km from the Durban city centre. While making your way to the centre of Durban, you should plan to visit Durban City Hall and Natural Science Museum, along with all the shops and restaurants.
What is the phone number for The Royal Hotel?
For questions regarding the hotel or your stay at The Royal Hotel, call +27 313 336 000.
Does The Royal Hotel have Wi-Fi available?
Yes, The Royal Hotel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.
What time is check-out for The Royal Hotel?
Standard check-out time at The Royal Hotel is 10:00. Guests can check in after 14:00.
How much is a room at The Royal Hotel?
The cheapest deals found start from only R483 per night. The average rate for rooms at The Royal Hotel is currently around R1 100/night. Enter your dates in the form above to see more.
Is there laundry service in The Royal Hotel?
Yes, there is. Reach out to The Royal Hotel, Durban for more details on all available laundry services. Ironing equipment e.g. ironing boards and irons are available as well.
What is the distance from The Royal Hotel, Durban to Kingsmead Cricket Ground?
The Royal Hotel is about 1,0 km from Durban’s popular Kingsmead Cricket Ground.
Is Durban City Hall and Natural Science Museum, Durban close to The Royal Hotel?
Yes, it is just a short 0,1 km walk between The Royal Hotel, Durban and Durban City Hall and Natural Science Museum.
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The Royal Hotel location: 267 Smith Street, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal