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The Royal Hotel

3 stars
7,8
Good
based on 5464 reviews
5 464 reviews
267 Smith Street, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
267 Smith Street, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
+27 313 336 000
Tue 13/10
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Wed 14/10
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Set in Durban, The Royal Hotel Durban is a five-minute walk from Durban Central Business District and offers a sauna and an outdoor pool. It features expansive city views and 4-star rooms.

This sophisticated hotel provides a fitness centre, a coffee bar and 24-hour room service. Airport transfers, a laundry service, a dry cleaning service and babysitting/child services are available upon enquiry.

The Royal Hotel Durban provides 251 air conditioned rooms filled with all the essentials to ensure a comfortable stay. Hot drinks can be made with the provided tea and coffee supplies.

The hotel houses The Royal Grill, which offers breakfast, lunch and dinner and presents guests with everything they need for an enjoyable night without having to leave the hotel. Those looking to socialise can visit Exchange, conveniently situated on-site.

Durban Railway Station is within a half an hour walk of The Royal Hotel Durban, and for those arriving by car there is valet parking. International Convention Centre Durban is within walking distance.

7,8
Good
5464 reviews

Latest deals for The Royal Hotel

Tue 13/10
-
Wed 14/10
Deals from
R667
•Cheapest rate per night
Compare prices for Deluxe room, Queen room and 11 more The Royal Hotel deals.
Deluxe room, 1 queen bed
R667
nightly with VAT
Deluxe room, 2 twin beds
R705
nightly with VAT
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
R741
nightly with VAT
Double room, 1 twin bed
R790
nightly with VAT
Deluxe room, 1 queen bed
R797
nightly with VAT
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
R825
nightly with VAT
Deluxe room, 1 twin bed
R830
nightly with VAT
Deluxe room, 1 queen bed
R910
nightly with VAT
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
R1 896
nightly with VAT
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at The Royal Hotel

  • Snorkelling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee shop
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Reviews of The Royal Hotel

7,8
Good
5464 verified ratings
Wonderful
2331
Very good
826
Good
721
Okay
408
Fair
444
Mediocre
243
Poor
491

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Most guests appreciated the hotel's friendly and helpful staff, convenient location, and enjoyable breakfast offerings. Many found the service to be a highlight, with staff going out of their way to make stays comfortable and memorable. The location was frequently described as excellent, making it easy for guests to access nearby attractions. Breakfast received high marks for quality and variety. However, several reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness, such as dirty windows, carpets, and rooms, as well as outdated furniture. Despite these concerns, the overall sentiment was positive, especially regarding service and hospitality.
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Service9 out of 10
Location8.5 out of 10
Breakfast8 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
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Location

267 Smith Street, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

What's nearby

  • Durban International Convention Centre0.7 km
  • Golden Mile1 km
  • Kingsmead Cricket Ground1 km
  • Marine Parade Street1.3 km
  • South Beach1.4 km
  • North Beach1.6 km
  • Durban Botanical Gardens2.1 km
  • uShaka Marine World2.1 km
  • Natal Observatory2.3 km
  • Greyville Race Course2.4 km
  • Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World2.6 km
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium3.4 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.
Licence number: 1928/000522/07

Essential information about The Royal Hotel

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

July
June
R1 164
R1 072
Cheapest month to stay with an average 26% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 79% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

The Royal Hotel

Which month has the cheapest rates at The Royal Hotel?

The cheapest month to stay at The Royal Hotel is February, with an average nightly rate of R666. The most expensive month is December at R1 583 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book The Royal Hotel?

The cheapest day to book The Royal Hotel is Wednesday, with an average nightly rate of R892. The most expensive day is Tuesday at R1 836 per night.

How far in advance should you book The Royal Hotel?

To get the best price at The Royal Hotel, book around 4 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 17% compared to booking last minute.

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

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Royal Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in July and August.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Royal Hotel, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Royal Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R817, while the most expensive was R1 479.
  • How long should you stay at The Royal Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at The Royal Hotel

  • Where is The Royal Hotel located?

    The Royal Hotel is located at 267 Smith Street in Durban Central, 0,4 km from the centre of Durban. Durban International Convention Centre is the closest landmark to The Royal Hotel.

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

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at The Royal Hotel.

  • Does The Royal Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Royal Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Royal Hotel from the airport?

    The Royal Hotel is 10,4 km from Durban Virginia. The Royal Hotel is 29,4 km from Durban King Shaka Intl.

  • Does The Royal Hotel have a pool?

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

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

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

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8,0
0,4 km
Durban King Shaka Intl
29,4 km

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