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The Riverside Hotel
4 stars

The Riverside Hotel

10 Kenneth Kaunda Drive, 4065 Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Durban, South Africa
See location+27 315 630 600
From
R872
Cheapest

rate per night

8,4
Very good
based on 1681 reviews
1 681 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
Deluxe room
R1 186
Queen room
R1 261

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Overview

Rating
Family fun on the beach, 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 spa tub without adult supervision. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Rating
8,4
Very good
Based on 1 681 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Riverside Hotel

Mon 19/5
Tue 20/5
Queen room
1 queen bed
Double room
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
bed type unknown
Standard Room
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
bed type unknown
Deluxe room
1 queen bed
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

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

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

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

8.4
Very good
1681 verified ratings
Wonderful
862
Very good
277
Good
248
Okay
105
Fair
82
Mediocre
53
Poor
54

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests enjoyed the friendly and helpful service provided by the staff, with many praising the food and overall experience. However, several reviews highlighted significant cleanliness issues in the rooms and bathrooms, which detracted from their stay. Overall, while the service and amenities were well-received, the hotel needs to address cleanliness concerns to enhance guest satisfaction.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Service9 out of 10
Room Size8 out of 10
Cleanliness1 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

Cancellation/pre-payment

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

Essential information about The Riverside Hotel

Low season

October

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

R1 455

Average price (weekend night)

R1 757
Cheapest month to stay with an average 45% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 53% 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 October and January.
  • 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 Monday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Riverside Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R1 350, while the most expensive was R2 208.
  • 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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Good to know

Value for money

8,3

Distance to city centre

5,7 km

Nearest airport

Durban King Shaka Intl

Distance to airport

23,7 km