The Riverside Hotel

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with outdoor pool, near Durban Beach

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Reception
Front of property
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
10 Kenneth Kaunda Drive, Durban North, KwaZulu-Natal, 4065
  • Durban Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Golden Mile
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, Non Smoking, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room Single Use, Non Smoking, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, Non Smoking, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Durban North

Within a short walk of Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve, The Riverside Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of Durban Beach. This 169-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Durban Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Golden Mile - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World - 4 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • uShaka Marine World - 9 min drive - 5.8 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mali's Indian Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Licken - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪caffe ItAlia Express - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mugg & Bean On The Move - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Apache River Spur - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Riverside Hotel

Beach hotel with outdoor pool, near Durban Beach
At The Riverside Hotel, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a gym, and WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee (available on request). The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include meeting rooms, a conference center, and a 24-hour business center.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 32-inch LED TVs with satellite channels and pay movies. Tempur-Pedic beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves are also standard.
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.

Languages

English, Zulu

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (ZAR 55); wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 140 for adults and ZAR 100 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Hops
  • Riverside Cafe
  • Riverside Poolside Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1998
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 140 for adults and ZAR 100 for children
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: ZAR 55 (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wired internet in public areas: ZAR 55 (rates may vary)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 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 airport shuttle (available on request), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • 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, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Three Cities Riverside
Three Cities Riverside Durban
aha Riverside Hotel Durban
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Riverside Hotel Durban
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aha Riverside Durban
aha Riverside
aha Riverside Durban North
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The Riverside Hotel Durban North
The Riverside Hotel Hotel Durban North

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Riverside Hotel?

The Riverside Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of The Riverside Hotel?

This hotel is located in Durban North, a short 11-minute walk from Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve and also 17 minutes on foot from Umgeni River Bird Park. You'll also find Durban Beach and Umhlanga Rocks Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Riverside Hotel?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Riverside Hotel feature a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at The Riverside Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 7:30 PM.

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

This riverfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, 2 bars, and a poolside restaurant.

Does The Riverside Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Riverside Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Riverside Hotel serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Riverside Cafe.

Does The Riverside Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Riverside Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Riverside Hotel?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Where is the closest airport to The Riverside Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Riverside Hotel is King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR), which is 17.8 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Riverside Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Riverside Hotel.

Does The Riverside Hotel offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at The Riverside Hotel.

The Riverside Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 216 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 216 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 216 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 216 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 216 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Myles

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst

They have a rat problem and way too noisy in the evening. They rates ate the power cable that caused all the plugs to be down in the room. The hotels drinks were worse than buying a drink in the UK. Do not recommended to my worst enemy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Musawenkosi Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Munyaradzi

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Fathima

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Sally

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Wade

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Parkash

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Thembekani

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Uma

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Eric

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Ntombifuthi

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

megan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good

8/10 Good

Zarina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Terrible service average hotel

I booked a suite for 2 adults and 2 children. On the app the description of the suite was that it would have a king bed and a twin bed. However, all it had was a king bed. Even after getting the manager on the line he was unable to provide a solution to the problem except to say i had to pay an extra 500 rands for an extra bed. The mistake was clearly in the hotel's description of the suite, so quite annoying that costs were passed onto me and management unable to assist.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022