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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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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Rooms with:

  • City view

  • Quiet street view

  • Private parking at the hotel

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Recommended for 2 adults

1 × Deluxe Twin Room
Price for:
Max. people: 2
Beds: 2 twin beds
Non-refundable
Pay online
Breakfast included
$57 per night
Original price
$192.27
Booking.com pays
- $22.11
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online because Booking.com will pay part of the price.

Total before taxes
$170.16

$57 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
3 nights, 2 adults
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Deluxe Family Suite
  • Non-refundable
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Buffet breakfast included
  • 2 twin beds and
  • 1 full bed
$402 for 3 nights
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  • 1 full bed
Free crib available on request
323 feet²
City view
Rooftop pool
Air conditioning
Attached bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproof
Free Wifi

  • Free toiletries
  • Safe
  • Toilet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels
  • Linens
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Ironing facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Wake-up service
  • Laptop safe
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Toilet paper
Max. people: 2
$57 per night
Original price
$192.27
Booking.com pays
- $22.11
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online because Booking.com will pay part of the price.

Total before taxes
$170.16

$57 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
11% off
11% off
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online because Booking.com will pay part of the price.
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
Max. people: 1
Only for 1 guest
$50 per night
Original price
$167.82
Booking.com pays
- $19.30
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online because Booking.com will pay part of the price.

Total before taxes
$148.52

$50 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
11% off
11% off
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online because Booking.com will pay part of the price.
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
Deluxe Twin Room
Recommended for 2 adults
  • 2 twin beds
Free crib available on request
323 feet²
City view
Rooftop pool
Air conditioning
Attached bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproof
Free Wifi
Max. people: 2
$57 per night
Original price
$192.27
Booking.com pays
- $22.11
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online because Booking.com will pay part of the price.

Total before taxes
$170.16

$57 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
11% off
11% off
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online because Booking.com will pay part of the price.
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max. people: 1
Only for 1 guest
$50 per night
Original price
$167.82
Booking.com pays
- $19.30
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online because Booking.com will pay part of the price.

Total before taxes
$148.52

$50 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
11% off
11% off
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online because Booking.com will pay part of the price.
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • 2 twin beds and
  • 1 full bed
Free crib available on request
646 feet²
City view
Rooftop pool
Air conditioning
Attached bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproof
Free Wifi
Max. people: 4
$134 per night
Price $402
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • You won't be charged yet
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Glen
    South Africa 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 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 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 South Africa
    We did enjoyed our stay there,everything went well and wil be definitely returning.
  • Zongeziwe
    South Africa South Africa
    Rooms are spacious and its affordable I really enjoyed my stay
  • Manah
    South Africa South Africa
    Food and the rooms we good The staff were friendly
  • Dominic
    Zimbabwe 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 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.
  • Nomathemba
    South Africa South Africa
    spacious room huge comfy bed and the faucets that are made for the royal place
  • Lungelwa
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff at The Royal Hotel wowed me! From the reception area to the staff that assists in the rooms. Hay ke at the dining hall, they are the best. Friendly staff and willing to assist. The food there is yummy and a lot to choose from. I am very...

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Royal Grill
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Romantic

House rules

The Royal Hotel by Coastlands Hotels & Resorts takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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.