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The Balmoral Hotel

4.0 star property
Family beach hotel near Durban Funworld

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Children's play area - outdoor
Lobby sitting area
Daily buffet breakfast (ZAR 185 per person)
Meeting facility
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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125 OR Tambo Parade, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4000
  • Durban International Convention Centre
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Durban Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • uShaka Marine World
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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Room options

View all photos for Studio Non Sea-Facing

Studio Non Sea-Facing | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Studio Non Sea-Facing

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Sea Facing

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Sea Facing

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Sea Facing

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, Sea Facing

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Durban

Located in Durban Beachfront, The Balmoral Hotel is next to popular attractions like Golden Mile and Durban Funworld. This 95-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free valet parking, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

  • Golden Mile - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Durban International Convention Centre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Durban Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • uShaka Marine World - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Joe Cool's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪3 Piers Coffee Co - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Grand Bay Spur Steak Ranch - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Balmoral Hotel

Family beach hotel near Durban Funworld
Guests of The Balmoral Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a 24-hour business center. Free valet and self parking are available, or if you're not driving, take the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 470.00 per vehicle one-way. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 42-inch plasma TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Refrigerators, minibars, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
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: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking within 1 mile
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 185 per person
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • In a provincial park
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 550.0 per night

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 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 470.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 50 (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 550.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

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

Balmoral Durban
Balmoral Hotel Durban
Balmoral Hotel
The Balmoral Hotel Hotel
The Balmoral Hotel Durban
The Balmoral Hotel Hotel Durban

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Balmoral Hotel?

The Balmoral Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near The Balmoral Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Durban Beachfront, just steps from Golden Mile and Durban Funworld, and within a short walk of Addington Beach. You'll also find uShaka Marine World and Durban Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Balmoral Hotel?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does The Balmoral Hotel feature a casino at the property?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at The Balmoral Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Balmoral Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including around-the-clock room service and a minibar in each guestroom with some featuring ocean views.

Does The Balmoral Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The Balmoral Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Balmoral Hotel serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at restaurant.

Will The Balmoral Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at The Balmoral Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Balmoral Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Balmoral Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Balmoral Hotel is King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR), which is 20.7 mi away (32 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Balmoral Hotel?

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

The Balmoral Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 199 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a very old hotel but still has its charm. Location in front of the beach is a big plus, The security at the hotel is good, the food is good. Overall, this old lady is still kicking.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javid Jameel, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall, this is a good property in a sketchy area. The staff is friendly.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lihor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Close to the Comrades Marathon Start, ICC, Kingmead, and in front of beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaizer

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Wiseman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Rabia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old hotel, charming and quaint, its beachfront but unsafe to walķ to beach, bothered by homeless beggars and illegal sellers..parking was safe and secure at the rear. Staff was friendly, helpful and very pleasant. As my wife is disabled the first disabled room was unsuitable due to the shower . We were moved to a better equipped bathroom which improved our stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

Beach Proximity

Amazing staff and service at the hotel The added view and proximity to the Beach was just an icing
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Boitumelo

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Msawenkosi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was excellent and Covid protocol was followed/implemented.The hotel is and clean and the rooms are very clean and fresh.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

2/10 Terrible

Norberto

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

Skip this place

A bad experience and certainly not a 4 star rating worthy, poorly maintained . Dirty carpet and lifting floor boards .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
nice stay for older building
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Family of 3 vacation

The Balmoral gives value for money but the infrastructure is quite old.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The personnel went out of their way to make it a good experience. The politeness of the staff was evident right from the security guard outside to the cleaners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bongiwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Value for Money

Good location right opposite the beach..secure parking behind hotel..excellent room..good management team..value for money
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old style colonial hotel like going back in time! Very helpful staff. Lovely setting right on the beach in Durban. Some of the fixtures and fittings could do with refreshing or updating - for instance stair carpets very worn. Overall a very good experience though.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Russell, London

Totally appalled to arrive home to the UK to be informed that my credit card had been subject to credit card fraud of a few hundred GB pounds and I know that it had to be by a member of staff at this hotel. So watch out there are criminals at this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stuart, UK

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, nice room and friendly staff plus in the best location in Durban.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Kedibone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My stay was wonderful

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

4/10 Poor

Faaiz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Noise is a problem

Other guests are noisy and security is slack in controlling the noise. Street noise (prostitutes) are plentiful - keep windows closed
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical Colonial hotel. Well maintained and clean. Attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

MANDISA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

paul

The hotel is a bit old, but it was fine overall and had a touch of class given its age, which i liked. Room was a little small but not too small and was fairly clean. Street was a little noisy and the guys on the street yelling and talking in front of the hotel. For the price, its reasonable, but not great. I asked for a late check out - leaving on a Monday - I came to check out 30 minutes after the time and the guy at the front wanted to charge me. With all the hotels and traveling I have done, that was the first time I have had someone say that to me, especially after I informed them of a late check out. I refused but it left a sour taste in my mouth, so to speak.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

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