The Royal Hotel

The Royal Hotel

Hotel
3 stars 

267 Smith Street, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

GoodBased on 5,225 reviews
7.4

$30

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About The Royal Hotel

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of The Royal Hotel, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on March 18, 2024.
Located in Durban, The Royal Hotel Durban is within a 35-minute drive of King Shaka International Airport and provides a sauna and an outdoor pool. It offers expansive city views and 4-star rooms.

Good to Know

To Downtown0.2 mi
Rating7.4
Nearest airportDurban King Shaka Intl
Distance to airport18.3 mi

Policies

Check-in time2:00 PM
Check-out time10:00 AM
InternetFree Wi-Fi
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+27 313 336 000

Amenities at The Royal Hotel

Top features

Parking
Free airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Spa

General

  • ATM on-site
  • Quiet street view
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Electric kettle
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Increased accessibility
  • Family rooms
  • Rooftop pool
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Safety deposit box
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Sea view
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Ironing service
  • Minibar
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Packed lunches
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Room service
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Shower
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Shower cap
  • Snack bar
  • Outdoor pool
  • Key card access
  • Kids meals
  • No smoking
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Bathtub
  • Soundproofing
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Bidet
  • Laptop safe
  • Express check-out
  • Parking
  • Body soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Air-conditioned
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Safe
  • Sauna
  • City view
  • Trash cans
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • TV
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Conditioner
  • Desk
  • Coffee shop
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • 24hr front desk
  • Designated smoking area
  • Storage available
  • Private parking

Activities

  • Massage
  • Beach access
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Windsurfing

Services

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Concierge service
  • Laundry service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Beauty salon
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Reviews for The Royal Hotel

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at The Royal Hotel, providing insights into their experiences. Travelers have left 5,225 reviews of The Royal Hotel to date. Review data was last updated on March 18, 2024.
7.4
GoodBased on 5,225 verified guest reviews
7.1Solo
7.3Friends
7.4Couples
7.3Families

Pros +
  • Welcoming staff was good only! (in 234 reviews)
  • Your breakfast was great and perfect (in 175 reviews)
  • Everything was perfect on my side. (in 126 reviews)
Cons -
  • Hotel is filthy and disorganized. (in 77 reviews)
  • The water was cold. (in 44 reviews)
  • Room service overpriced for terrible food. (in 36 reviews)

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8.8 Very good
HotelsCombined
Very good except the lady that was checking the list of dinners. She spoiled my day
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7.4 Good
HotelsCombined
Facility is good but the service was not so good, requested for an iron and it never arrived. Breakfast area all the tables were messy and there was no agency in cleaning them. Corridor was smelling of cigarettes.
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7.4 Good
HotelsCombined
i book a room for two but they say i book for one .endup paying extra money while my last day we didn't get the breakfast at all.

Photos of The Royal Hotel

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Where is The Royal Hotel?

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Most Popular Landmarks

Exhibition Centre0.4 mi
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Getting Around

Durban Soldiers Way0.4 mi
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Durban South Beach0.5 mi
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FAQs when booking at The Royal Hotel

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding reservations, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at The Royal Hotel. FAQs were last updated on March 18, 2024.
  • How close is The Royal Hotel to the nearest airport, Durban Virginia Airport?

    The distance between the closest airport, Durban Virginia Airport, and The Royal Hotel is 6.4 mi and the expected drive time is about 0h 12m. Your drive time between the two can vary based on the time of day and traffic trends of the area.

  • What is the best way for guests to get from Durban Virginia Airport to The Royal Hotel?

    For the most freedom while visiting Durban, consider renting a car for about $29/day and parking it at The Royal Hotel where they offer parking spaces to hotel guests. Rideshare apps and taxis remain a very common solution for The Royal Hotel guests. This is often the most cost-effective method of transportation when visiting Durban.

  • Is there a pool at The Royal Hotel?

    Yes, The Royal Hotel has a pool for hotel guests. Generally, hotel pools have opening and closing times so be sure to speak to the front desk before using the pool.

  • How close is The Royal Hotel from the Durban city center?

    The center of Durban Central, Durban, is just 0.7 mi away from the front doors of The Royal Hotel. You can find many fellow tourists at places such as Greyville Race Course, which you can get to from The Royal Hotel using any means of transportation.

  • What is the The Royal Hotel phone number?

    You can reach the front desk of The Royal Hotel at +27 313 336 000.

  • Does The Royal Hotel have Wi-Fi available?

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

  • What is the check-out time at The Royal Hotel?

    Check-out should be before 10:00 AM. For checking in at The Royal Hotel, guests should plan for any time after 2:00 PM on the day of their scheduled arrival.

  • Is there a restaurant at The Royal Hotel?

    Yes, there is a restaurant on-site at The Royal Hotel, Durban. For drinks at the accommodation, there is a bar available.

  • Does The Royal Hotel have a laundry service?

    This accommodation does offer laundry services. No need to pack a travel iron either, as the accommodation can provide one.

  • How far is The Royal Hotel from Moses Mabhida Stadium?

    The Royal Hotel is about 2.1 mi from Moses Mabhida Stadium, one of Durban’s most popular landmarks.

  • Is The Royal Hotel close to Durban City Hall and Natural Science Museum?

    Walking distance - there’s 0 mi between Durban City Hall and Natural Science Museum and The Royal Hotel.

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