Balmoral

4 stars
125 OR Tambo Parade, 4000 Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Durban, South Africa
7,8
Good
based on 2250 reviews
2 250 reviews
Wed 24/12
-
Thu 25/12
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
R604
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
R604
Standard Room
R612
Superior room
R1 124
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Overview

Located on Durban’s Golden Mile, with the Marine Parade and beach on its doorstep, the fully renovated Balmoral is a short walk from the Durban ICC and the uShaka Marine World. The business and shopping district can be found nearby. The strictly Halaal Waterfront Restaurant leads out onto the Waterfront Terrace, where guests can enjoy a dining experience whilst overlooking the Indian Ocean. The Balmoral has 95 elegantly appointed, fully equipped, spacious rooms. Greyville Racecourse is 4 km from the property, while King Shaka International Airport is 32 km away.

Latest deals for Balmoral

Wed 24/12
Thu 25/12
Executive room
No inclusions
1 king bed
R1 167
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R1 184
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R1 297
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R1 375
nightly with fees
Double room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R604
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R692
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 twin bed
R696
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 twin bed
R728
nightly with fees
Superior room
No inclusions
1 twin bed
R1 124
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R1 231
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 double bed
R1 350
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R1 506
nightly with fees
Standard Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R612
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R614
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R624
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R692
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.

Amenities at Balmoral

  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Free parking
  • Business centre

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

General

  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Parking and transportation

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

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Fold-up bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Things to do

  • Casino
  • Golf

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Reviews of Balmoral

7,8
Good
2250 verified ratings
Wonderful
881
Very good
384
Good
420
Okay
172
Fair
189
Mediocre
92
Poor
112

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's location near the beach and the friendly staff. However, there were significant complaints about cleanliness and service quality, with many mentioning issues like rude staff and inadequate housekeeping. Overall, while some guests enjoyed their stay, others felt it did not meet the standards of a 4-star hotel.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
Service2.5 out of 10
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Location

125 OR Tambo Parade, 4000 Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

What's nearby

  • South Beach110 m
  • Marine Parade Street291 m
  • Golden Mile347 m
  • North Beach0.6 km
  • Durban International Convention Centre0.9 km
  • Kingsmead Cricket Ground1.2 km
  • uShaka Marine World1.6 km
  • Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World2.1 km
  • Greyville Race Course2.9 km
  • Durban Botanical Gardens3 km
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium3.1 km
  • Natal Observatory3.2 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

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

Essential information about Balmoral

Low season

High season

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Average price (weekend night)

August
January
R1 160
R1 109
Cheapest month to stay with an average 15% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 29% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Balmoral

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Balmoral

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Balmoral, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in August and October.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Balmoral, plan to stay on a Thursday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Balmoral was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R1 076, while the most expensive was R1 228.
  • How long should you stay at Balmoral? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Balmoral

  • Where is Balmoral located?

    Balmoral is located at 125 OR Tambo Parade, 1 km from the centre of Durban. South Beach is the closest landmark to Balmoral.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Balmoral?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Balmoral.

  • Does Balmoral offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Balmoral offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Balmoral offer free parking?

    Yes, Balmoral offers free parking.

  • How far is Balmoral from the airport?

    Balmoral is 9,6 km from Durban Virginia. Balmoral is 28,6 km from Durban King Shaka Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Balmoral hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Balmoral in Durban and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Balmoral and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Balmoral.

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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8,1
1,0 km
Durban King Shaka Intl
28,6 km

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