The Riverside Hotel and Spa

This hotel is conveniently located five minutes from Durban city centre, with wonderful views across a magnificent green belt stretching from the Umgeni River to the Indian Ocean.

The hotel endeavours to reflect resort life in the city, a unique proposition in such an urban environment. This aspect is enhanced by the fact that the beaches are within easy reach, providing plenty of opportunity for active leisure, and there are many attractions in the area yet the airport is a short journey away.

Housing warmly decorated, comfortable and contemporary accommodation consisting of superbly appointed rooms, the hotel also offers a couple of restaurants and several conference venues which have been designed to offer guests a luxurious and relaxed atmosphere. This hotel is ideal for those who wish to combine the convenience of a central situation with the tranquillity of a holiday resort.

Rooms: 169

Hotel Chain: The Three Cities Group

Availability

Hotel Facilities

General

Restaurant – Bar – 24-Hour Front Desk – Non-Smoking Rooms – Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests – Safety Deposit Box – Heating – Gay Friendly – Airconditioning – Designated Smoking Area

Activities

Golf Course (within 3 km) – Outdoor Swimming Pool

Services

Room Service – Meeting/Banquet Facilities – Airport Shuttle – Business Centre – Babysitting/Child Services – Breakfast in the Room – Currency Exchange – Tour Desk – Fax/Photocopying

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and costs ZAR 65.00 per hour.

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site and charges may be applicable.

Food & beverage

The hotel offers several eating places: the Riverside cafe which serves sumptuous and exquisitely presented meals, Mojo’s pool bar and Hops restaurant and bar that features a more relaxed and casual atmosphere and is situated in the same complex as the hotel. Room service is available from 11:30 until 23:00.

Area information

Situated above the Umgeni River in Durban North, this hotel features unparalleled views across a magnificent green belt stretching from the Umgeni River, across Durban Country Club, towards the Golden Mile on Durban’s beachfront and the Bluff beyond. It is approximately 2.5 km to Umgeni Bird Park, 5 km to Durban’s north beaches, 6 km to the Gateway and La Lucia Mall shopping centres, 25 km to Durban international airport and 270 km to Ubizane Wildlife Reserve.

Travel information

By Car:
From the city centre:
- Drive down West Street and turn left into Aliwal Street.
- It will become NMR Avenue and then Northway as you cross over the Umgeni: Athlone Bridge.
- The hotel is situated on the right.

From Durban international airport:
- Turn right at the first set of traffic lights.
- Turn right again when you see the Durban sign.
- Drive straight along the freeway and take the Esplanade exit.
- Turn left into Aliwal Street and continue straight along.
- Then follow the instructions above.

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Making your reservation

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