The Riverside Hotel

4 stars
10 Kenneth Kaunda Drive, 4065 Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Durban, South Africa
8,5
Very good
based on 1716 reviews
1 716 reviews
Sun 28/9
-
Mon 29/9
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
R917
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
R917
Deluxe room
R1 133
Queen room
R1 202
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Overview

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.
8,5
Very good rating
Based on 1 716 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Riverside Hotel

Sun 28/9
Mon 29/9
Double room
1 queen bed
R1 387
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 480
nightly with fees
1 twin bed
R1 503
nightly with fees
Queen room
1 queen bed
R1 202
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
R1 133
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 221
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 462
nightly with fees
Standard Room
1 twin bed
R917
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 031
nightly with fees
1 twin bed
R1 157
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 Riverside Hotel

  • 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 of The Riverside Hotel

8,5
Very good
1716 verified ratings
Wonderful
884
Very good
282
Good
252
Okay
107
Fair
82
Mediocre
53
Poor
56

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Overall, guests enjoyed their stay at the hotel, highlighting the cleanliness, friendly staff, and good breakfast options. However, some noted issues with room and bathroom conditions, as well as service delays.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Service9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Value for Price8.5 out of 10
Room Size3.5 out of 10
Bathroom3 out of 10
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Location

10 Kenneth Kaunda Drive, 4065 Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

What's nearby

  • Umgeni River Bird Park1.3 km
  • Kings Park Stadium2 km
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium2.4 km
  • Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World3.3 km
  • Greyville Race Course4.2 km
  • North Beach4.8 km
  • Kingsmead Cricket Ground4.8 km
  • Marine Parade Street5.1 km
  • Natal Observatory5.2 km
  • Durban Botanical Gardens5.2 km
  • Durban International Convention Centre5.2 km
  • South Beach5.4 km

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Check-in/Check-out

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

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

Essential information about The Riverside Hotel

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High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

January
December
R1 891
R1 599
Cheapest month to stay with an average 30% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 90% 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 Riverside Hotel

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

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Riverside Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and March.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Riverside Hotel, plan to stay on a Saturday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Riverside Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R1 849, while the most expensive was R2 015.
  • How long should you stay at The Riverside Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at The Riverside Hotel

  • Where is The Riverside Hotel located?

    The Riverside Hotel is located at 10 Kenneth Kaunda Drive in Durban North, 5,7 km from the centre of Durban. Umgeni River Bird Park is the closest landmark to The Riverside Hotel.

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

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 10:30 at The Riverside Hotel.

  • Does The Riverside Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Riverside Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Riverside Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, The Riverside Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is The Riverside Hotel from the airport?

    The Riverside Hotel is 4,7 km from Durban Virginia. The Riverside Hotel is 23,7 km from Durban King Shaka Intl.

  • Does The Riverside Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, The Riverside Hotel has a pool on-site.

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

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

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8,5
5,7 km
Durban King Shaka Intl
23,7 km

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