The Balmoral Hotel

4 stars
125 OR Tambo Parade, 4000 Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Durban, South Africa
+27 313 688 200
7,9
Good
based on 2927 reviews
2 927 reviews
Sat 20/6
-
Sun 21/6
2 guests, 1 room
Deals from
R587
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
R587
Standard Room
R596
Executive room
R1 105
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Overview

Along with a restaurant, this hotel has a 24-hour business center and 24-hour room service. Free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking are also provided. Additionally, a business center, conference space, and concierge services are onsite. The Balmoral Hotel offers 95 shared accommodations with air conditioning, fireplaces, and minibars. 42-inch plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. This Durban hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
7,9
Good rating
Based on 2 927 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Balmoral Hotel

Sat 20/6
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Sun 21/6
Standard Room
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R596
nightly with fees
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R746
nightly with fees
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R755
nightly with fees
Superior room
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R1 261
nightly with fees
1 twin bed
R1 310
nightly with fees
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R1 348
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Double room
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R587
nightly with fees
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R722
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1 twin bed
R934
nightly with fees
Executive room
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R1 105
nightly with fees
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R1 292
nightly with fees
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R1 335
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 The Balmoral Hotel

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

Basics

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

Services and conveniences

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

Dining

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

General

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

Accessibility and suitability

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

Bathroom

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

Parking and transportation

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

Health and safety

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

Things to do

  • Whale watching
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle hire
  • Golf

Media and entertainment

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

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Babysitting/child care services (surcharge)

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Reviews of The Balmoral Hotel

7,9
Good
2927 verified ratings
Wonderful
1180
Very good
498
Good
504
Okay
213
Fair
254
Mediocre
116
Poor
162

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the hotel's excellent location near the beach and restaurants, as well as the friendly and helpful staff. The breakfast received high praise for its quality and variety. However, some guests noted issues with cleanliness, particularly with carpets and bathrooms, and mentioned small room sizes and occasional maintenance problems like malfunctioning air conditioning and showers. Despite some negative feedback on staff rudeness in a few cases, the overall sentiment leaned positive due to the hotel's amenities and location.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Breakfast8.5 out of 10
Room Size3.5 out of 10
Cleanliness2 out of 10
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Location

125 OR Tambo Parade, 4000 Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

What's nearby

  • South Beach108 m
  • Marine Parade Street282 m
  • Golden Mile349 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 The Balmoral Hotel

Low season

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Average price (weekend night)

October
July
R883
R1 103
Cheapest month to stay with an average 23% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 19% 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 The Balmoral Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Balmoral Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Balmoral Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and June.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Balmoral Hotel, plan to stay on a Thursday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Balmoral Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R827, while the most expensive was R1 012.
  • How long should you stay at The Balmoral Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at The Balmoral Hotel

  • Where is The Balmoral Hotel located?

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

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

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

  • Does The Balmoral Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Balmoral Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Balmoral Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, The Balmoral Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is The Balmoral Hotel from the airport?

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

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Balmoral Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Balmoral Hotel 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 The Balmoral Hotel 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 The Balmoral Hotel.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8,2
1,0 km
Durban King Shaka Intl
28,6 km

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