The Royal Hotel

Colonial hotel with spa services and a 24-hour front desk

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Dates

October 2025

11

November 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Bar
Spa
Pool
Parking available
24/7 front desk

Explore the area

267 Smith Street, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4001

Place, Durban International Convention Centre
‪10 min walk‬
Place, Durban Beach
‪3 min drive‬
Place, uShaka Marine World
‪3 min drive‬
Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Harbor View

Good

323 sq ft
Harbor view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, City View

323 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View

Exceptional

2 bedrooms
City view
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Harbor View

646 sq ft
1 bedroom
Harbor view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Durban

Located in Durban Central Business District, The Royal Hotel is next to Durban Art Gallery and Farewell Square. This 3-star hotel has 206 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

Durban International Convention Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Durban Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
uShaka Marine World - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
Moses Mabhida Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

‪Maxi's - ‬8 min walk
‪KFC - ‬8 min walk
‪KFC - ‬10 min walk
‪Roma Revolving Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
‪KFC - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel

Colonial hotel with spa services and a 24-hour front desk

Guests of The Royal Hotel enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. If you drive, self parking is ZAR 60 per day, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 450 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a conference center, a business center, and a terrace.

42-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include laptop-compatible safes, phones, and wardrobes or closets.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

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Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Breakfast available

$43 nightly

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
Limo/town car service
Secured, covered self parking on site (ZAR 60 per day)
Limited onsite parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 185 for adults and ZAR 92.50 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli

Things to do

Outdoor pool
Stereo

Family friendly

Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Wedding services

Business services

Business center
Conference center
Meeting rooms

Outdoors

Terrace

Spa

3 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Manicures/pedicures
Reflexology
Swedish massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Handrails in stairways
Thin carpet in room
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-width doorways

More

1 building
18 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1845
Colonial architecture
Reception hall
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

Limited room service
Restaurant dining guides

More

Air conditioning
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 185 for adults and ZAR 92.50 for children
Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 450 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 150.00 (one-way), (from 5 to 11 years old)
Covered self parking fee: ZAR 60 per day
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards and cash

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the shuttle service to and from the airport (available 24 hours) or the train station (fees apply). Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.
Parking has height restrictions.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Royal Durban

Royal Hotel Durban

The Royal Hotel Hotel

The Royal Hotel Durban

The Royal Hotel Hotel Durban

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of The Royal Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Durban Central Business District, just steps from Harbour and Farewell Square, and within a short walk of Workshop Mall. You'll also find uShaka Marine World and Durban Beach within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Hotel?

As of Oct 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on Oct 20, 2025 start from $53.72, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at The Royal Hotel?

Yes, secured parking is offered for ZAR 60 per day. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Is a spa located at The Royal Hotel?

Spa services at the hotel include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, reflexology, and aromatherapy.

Does The Royal Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, The Royal Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Royal Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Royal Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does The Royal Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.