The Royal Hotel by Coastlands Hotels & Resorts
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About this property
Located in Durban's CBD and 15 minutes’ walk from the beach, Royal Hotel features 2 restaurants serving award-winning cuisine. Rooms have panoramic views of the city or the yacht harbor. The stylish guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning and satellite TV. Each features a mini-bar fridge, which can be stocked on request, along with tea-and-coffee-making facilities and hairdryers. Bathrooms include bathtubs and showers. The hotel’s flagship restaurant, the Royal Grill, offers dining in an elegant environment for breakfast, lunch and dinner, where the Coffee Shoppe offers lighter meals. The Royal Hotel sports swimming pool on the top floor. This 3-star accommodations is 5 minutes’ walk from the Esplanade, 20 minutes walk from uShaka and 22 mi from King Shaka International Airport.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Private Parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Spa
- Restaurant
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Glen
South Africa
“The this guy working in a dining room called Mr Patrick he always serves you with the smile full of energy” - Nomonde
South Africa
“I had the best experience the staff were super amazing i felt that special treatment the room was on top noch definitely going back next time” - Xoliswa
South Africa
“I booked 3 rooms 534 and 1631 & 1632 and were so happy with rooms so specious and we all enjoyed the food actually we were coming for the 2nd time last my friend book it and next year will be coming back again in july 2026 we are recruiting more...” - Joey
South Africa
“We did enjoyed our stay there,everything went well and wil be definitely returning.” - Nkosinathi
South Africa
“The constant blowing of the Aircon without control was a real turn off, nose got blocked the entire time and woke up with flu. I understand Aircon in summer but around winter it needs to cater for all. Bed was just comfy, breakfast beautiful. I...” - Zongeziwe
South Africa
“Rooms are spacious and its affordable I really enjoyed my stay” - Manah
South Africa
“Food and the rooms we good The staff were friendly” - Nomfundo
South Africa
“The bathroom was cute and the whole room was really clean. The staff was friendly. The view was also pretty.” - Dominic
Zimbabwe
“The staff is very exceptionally calm and polite. The hotel itself is history enriched I mean framed pictures from way back which makes one even appreciate it more.” - Sanele
South Africa
“Welcoming of the guests was overwhelming. Coziness of my room just perfect for two. Location central and best i was able to move fast and easy to places.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Royal Grill
- CuisineLocal
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Romantic
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.


The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.