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About the Hotel
267 Anton Lembede Street,
Durban,
South Africa,
4000,
KwaZulu-Natal
The Royal Hotel By Coastlands Hotels & Resorts is an iconic 3-star accommodation located in the vibrant heart of Durban. This hotel features a blend of modern amenities and traditional hospitality with a focus on guest comfort. It's conveniently positioned 5 minutes' walk from the Esplanade and offers easy access to local attractions, making it a significant choice for visitors. The hotel is renowned for its award-winning dining options and tranquil recreational facilities.
Location
Situated in Durban's Central Business District, the hotel is approximately 35 km from King Shaka International Airport. Wilson's Wharf, offering a variety of restaurants and craft markets, is just a 7-minute walk away. The hotel is also near several cultural and historical landmarks, including the Durban Natural Science Museum and uShaka Marine World.
Rooms
All guestrooms provide thoughtful touches, including laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning. Each room features a minibar fridge that can be stocked on request, tea-and-coffee-making facilities, and hairdryers. Rooms offer panoramic views of either the city or the yacht harbor. The stylish decor includes modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and soundproofed walls.
Eat & Drink
The Royal Grill is the hotel's flagship restaurant, known for its award-winning haute cuisine and opulent decor. The Royal Lounge offers a relaxed setting for light meals and desserts, while the Ulundi serves traditional Indian dishes. Guests can also enjoy the unique Chefs on Stage venue for interactive dining experiences and culinary education.
Leisure & Business
The hotel features a rooftop swimming pool, a fitness center, sauna, and spa services to ensure a relaxing stay. Business amenities include a business center and secretarial services, catering to corporate guests. The property also ensures safety with features such as smoke detectors and a 24-hour security service.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Spacious & Clean
The room was impressively spacious and spotless, providing an inviting and comfortable atmosphere during my stay.view full review
Delicious Breakfast!
Breakfast was a delightful experience, with a wide selection of filling options that kept me energized for the day.view full review
Unlimited Channels!
I loved the TV in my room, which offered unlimited channels, making it easy to unwind with my favorite shows.view full review
Issue Resolution
Although we faced a minor toilet issue upon arrival, the prompt resolution by the staff made our experience smooth and pleasant.view full review
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Sports & Fitness
Wind surfing
Diving
Snorkelling
Canoeing
Cycling
Golf course
Fishing
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink
Dining
In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus
Business
Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
Rooftop pool
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
267 Anton Lembede Street,
Durban,
South Africa,
4000,
KwaZulu-Natal
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267 Anton Lembede Street,
Durban,
South Africa,
4000,
KwaZulu-Natal
City landmarks
Amusement Park
uShaka Marine World
2.1
km
Garden
Durban Botanic Garden
2.3
km
Mosque
Juma Masjid Mosque
890 m
Museum
Port Natal Maritime Museum
1.5
km
Mosque
West Street Mosque
1.0
km
Museum
Kwa Muhle Museum
1.9
km
Marina
Wilson's Wharf
1.4
km
45 Bram Fischer Road
Durban Icc
990 m
114 Snell Parade
Mini Town
2.5
km
Castle
The Old Fort
740 m
Indian Quarter
770 m
Casino
Suncoast Casino
2.7
km
Event hall
The Bat Centre
1.7
km
Stadium
Moses Mabhida Stadium
3.4
km
Samora Machel St
Gugu Dlamini Park
610 m
Museum
Durban Holocaust and Genocide Centre
1.8
km
Library
Durban Museums Library
630 m
86-92 Dale Road
Swaminarayan Temple
770 m
Umbilo Shree Ambalavaanar Alayam Temple
770 m
Theme Park
Funworld
1.4
km
204 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue
Moth Museum of Militaria
900 m
31 Diakonia Ave
Old House Museum
940 m
Golf Course
Royal Durban Golf Club
2.3
km
Nearby
Museum
Durban Natural Science Museum
90 m
Museum
Old Court House Museum
380 m
Gallery
Durban Art Gallery
560 m
Corner Cathedral Lane and Queen Street
Emmanual Cathedral
600 m
Public Building
Durban City Hall
80 m
Anton Lembede St
Francis Farewell Square
560 m
Church
St Paul's Anglican Church
560 m
Restaurants
Fanatix Cafe at The Playhouse
100 m
231 Anton Lembede Street
Thunder Peak Spur
230 m
303 West Street Shop 42 Mutual Mall
Nando's Dr Pixley Kaseme Street
240 m
303 Dr Pixley Kaseme St Shop 35
Wimpy
400 m
99 Samora Machel Street 12A The Workshop Cntr
The Royal Hotel Coffee Shoppe
360 m
Anton Lembede St Smith St
Nando's Workshop
490 m
Cnr Samora Machel & Dr A B Xuma St Dr A B Xuma St
McDonald's Workshop
510 m
Cnr of Dr AB Xuma Street and Samora Machel Street The Workshop Shopping Centre
9th Avenue Bistro
910 m
2 Maritime Place
KuD' Ta
970 m
Shop 1
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
70%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Friendly staff
Centrally located
Initial room issues
Pricey dining
7.0/10
Very good
Rooms
7.3
Location
7.7
Service
7.5
Dining
7.0
Guest reviews
7.0/10
based on 20 reviews
3/5
based on 289 reviews
7.5
7.5/10based on 5552 reviews
#25 of 79 hotels in Durban based on Tripadvisor
Leo
United States,
June
2024
6.4/10
The hotel is ideally located in the center of all activities, making it convenient for exploring the city. The rooms were quiet but needed improvement in terms of cleanliness. The service provided a warm and welcoming experience, although hygiene could be better. The dining options were average, not accommodating special dietary needs. Overall, a mixed experience with potential for enhancements.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were quiet but needed improvement in terms of cleanliness.
Service
7.0
The service provided a warm and welcoming experience, although hygiene could be better.
Location
8.0
The hotel is ideally located in the center of all activities, making it convenient for exploring the city.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were average, not accommodating special dietary needs.
Facilities
6.0
Basic facilities were available, but improvements could be made.
John
United States,
May
2024
7.4/10
The hotel had a convenient location close to various shops and entertainment centers, making it perfect for exploring the area. Despite some issues with the parking facilities and misleading booking costs, the central position was a definite plus. The dining experience offered a delicious variety of dishes, though the service had its ups and downs, with friendly staff and occasional rudeness. The rooms were decent, with some accessibility features and proximity to the elevators, but could use improvements in certain aspects.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were okay for a person with a disability and conveniently located opposite the elevators.
Service
7.0
The service was on another level with friendly staff overall, but there were instances of rudeness reported.
Location
8.0
The location was good, central to the places we wanted to visit, despite some issues with the parking facilities that needed to be addressed.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was a mix of delicious dishes and friendly staff, but occasional service issues were noted.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered a range of facilities, but improvements were required in certain areas.
Alfred
United Kingdom,
May
2024
8.0/10
The hotel had some drawbacks like dark rooms with limited lighting and no air-conditioning, tired carpets, and a shower door that didn't close. On the bright side, the room was very comfortable, spacious, and beautifully decorated.
Rooms
7.0
The room was very comfortable, spacious, and beautifully decorated despite the issues with lighting and amenities.
Service
9.0
The service was amazing and polite, especially for parking assistance and professionalism.
Location
8.0
The location suited my expectations and was conveniently close to shops, restaurants, and entertainment centers.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was nice, although I wished for more variety and faster service for toast and hot milk.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were more than perfect and contributed to a pleasant stay overall.
Ian
United Kingdom,
April
2024
6.0/10
The hotel is comfortable and clean, with friendly staff and a convenient location. However, the dining experience fell below my expectations, and there were some issues with the room's amenities. The price was reasonable, but some aspects lacked value for money.
Rooms
7.0
The room was spacious and had two televisions, but some amenities were out of date. Despite daily housekeeping, some items were left unattended.
Service
5.0
The service was lacking, with unresponsive staff and difficulties getting assistance. However, I might consider returning if a gesture of goodwill is offered.
Location
8.0
The hotel is away from noisy areas, offering a comfortable stay. However, late arrival caused initial concerns about safety.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was below standard for me, and certain services were not included in the booking, affecting overall satisfaction.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were average overall, but there were no standout amenities that enhanced the stay.
Giles
United Kingdom,
April
2024
6.0/10
The hotel had some positive aspects like a good location in the CBD, but there were issues with room accessibility and cleanliness. The service was a mix of exceptionally good and disappointing experiences, and dining had both delicious and below-standard options. The facilities did not stand out significantly.
Rooms
5.0
The room made a lot of noise, and accessibility was challenging, especially for people with disabilities.
Service
7.0
The service quality varied from exceptionally good to disappointing, with some staff not taking concerns seriously.
Location
6.0
The location was decent in the CBD but had some issues with noise and distractions observed in other areas.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had both positive and negative aspects, with delicious options but also below-standard meals.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities did not stand out significantly.
Dominic
United Kingdom,
April
2024
8.0/10
The hotel offers a lovely sea view and comfortable rooms, but the dining experience could be improved. The staff is friendly and the location is exceptional, though additional charges for essential services could be reconsidered.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, bright, and had a lovely view. The bed was comfortable.
Service
7.0
The staff is lovely and meets the hotel standards. However, policies concerning early arrival requests could be more accommodating.
Location
9.0
The location is exceptional with a sea view and proximity to the beach.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good and delicious. However, improvements are needed for guests who prefer not to share tables.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel provides excellent facilities.
Don
United Kingdom,
March
2024
6.4/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were very cold at night, even though they were clean, comfortable, and spacious. However, the pool area was disappointing, and there was no bar fridge in the room.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and spacious.
Service
6.0
The service was a bit lacking. While some staff members were friendly, others lacked hospitality competency. They also failed to orientate me on the hotel's facilities and services.
Location
7.0
The location was good, although it was not perfect as I was expecting to see the ship in the harbor. It reminded me of downtown Joburg, but it is in a rather rundown part of the city with a little noise.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a mix. While the food was very delicious and mouthwatering, the overall dining service was very poor.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were average. There were no working air conditioners in the entire hotel.
John
United States,
February
2024
8.0/10
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were spacious enough to accommodate my whole family, but the broken windows let in a draft all night as there was no air conditioning available. Despite this, the size of the room was nice, making it suitable for a family stay.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious and could accommodate the whole family.
Service
9.0
The service provided by the staff, especially the cleaning team, was perfect and made our stay even better.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was convenient, being so close to the ocean and offering easy access to transportation and the beach.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was above board with good quality food, but I wished there were more selections available.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were clean and well-maintained, contributing to a comfortable stay.
David
United Kingdom,
January
2024
9.2/10
I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were immaculately clean and comfortable, and I adored everything about the place. The service was exceptional, with incredibly friendly and helpful staff. The location was top-notch, perfect for exploring and enjoying the surroundings. The dining experience was outstanding, with delicious options available. The facilities were superb, adding to the overall fantastic stay.
Rooms
10.0
The rooms were very clean and loved everything about the place.
Service
9.0
The staff were exceptionally friendly and very helpful.
Location
9.0
The location was amazing, perfect for the heat and close to various attractions.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was top of the moon, the staff was very nice and the options were delightful.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel's facilities were fantastic, contributing to a wonderful stay.
Howard
United States,
January
2024
9.0/10
The hotel had spacious rooms that were comfortable and big enough, although a bit stuffy. We requested an extra blanket due to the cold temperature and needed help with the air conditioning remote. The service was efficient and helpful, despite a small mix-up with dinner orders. The location was convenient and perfect for getting around easily. The dining experience was excellent, with delicious food that even pleased my picky eater son. The facilities were top-notch, offering everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were comfortable and big enough, although a bit stuffy.
Service
9.0
The service was helpful and efficient, although there was a small mix-up with dinner orders.
Location
9.0
The location was perfect for getting around without hassle.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was excellent, with delicious food that even pleased my picky eater son.
Facilities
10.0
The facilities were top-notch, offering everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Laura
United Kingdom,
December
2023
7.0/10
My stay at the hotel was pleasant overall. The rooms were of good quality and had everything I needed for a comfortable stay, but there was still a lingering stench of smoke from previous guests. The hotel was clean and felt safe, which was reassuring.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were of good quality and had everything you could need for a comfortable stay. However, there was a lingering stench of smoke from previous guests.
Service
7.0
The staff were very welcoming and friendly. However, I wish they had properly informed me about the parking arrangements instead of surprising me with expensive charges.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was convenient for my needs, but I had to pay an unexpected amount for amenities that I felt should have been complimentary. It was situated near the beach and other attractions, which was a plus.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was just okay. The options were limited, and the service felt lacking in some areas.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory for my stay, but nothing extraordinary. The hotel offered the basic amenities needed for a comfortable visit.
George
United States,
December
2023
7.0/10
The hotel offers spacious rooms that are big and very clean, with some hiccups like issues with warm water and initial breakfast payment confusion, though prompt resolution was provided. The addition of a requested fridge was a plus. The service, though slightly dependent on supervisor intervention, was welcoming and went the extra mile. The location, while close to shops, restaurants, and various attractions, suffered from outside noise at night. The dining experience varied from limited options to exceptionally high standards. The facilities were adequate, but improvements could be made.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were big and very clean, with a minor letdown in cleanliness initially.
Service
7.0
The service was welcoming and went the extra mile, though slightly reliant on supervisor intervention.
Location
6.0
The location was convenient with nearby shops and attractions, but noise from the surroundings could be heard at night.
Dining
8.0
The dining standards varied from limited options to exceptional quality, with room for adjusted pricing for guests.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities provided were functional, though with room for improvement.
Bill
United States,
November
2023
7.6/10
The hotel rooms were not clean with dust all over the place and hairs on the floor. The staff were unable to provide a pin for the Wi-Fi, and there was no phone number available for emergencies or ordering breakfast in the morning. However, the room was very neat and comfortable once it was finally cleaned, making for a pleasant stay.
Rooms
7.0
The room was very neat and comfortable.
Service
8.0
The staff were friendly and helpful.
Location
6.0
The location was perfect for the heat, though it was scary for ladies.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was excellently prepared.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were modern and convenient.
Steve
United States,
November
2023
7.4/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. Though the staff was friendly and helpful, and the service was top-notch, the room provided initially had issues with warm water and was not acceptable, requiring a room change. The location was vibrant and centrally located, but noise could be an issue at times. The dining was on the pricier side but overall enjoyable.
Rooms
7.0
I encountered problems with the room initially, but after being moved to another one, it was comfortable and clean.
Service
9.0
The staff were incredibly polite, friendly, and attentive, making my stay pleasant.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was bustling and convenient, near many activities and with a beautiful view of the sea.
Dining
7.0
While the dining was expensive, the overall experience was satisfactory with a well-rounded menu.
Facilities
6.0
Friendly staff
Initial room issues
Donna
United States,
October
2023
6.8/10
The hotel has a nice sea view and the location is convenient, away from noise and distractions, but some issues with service delivery and TV package. The rooms were spacious and clean but had uncomfortable combined single beds. The staff was extra friendly and professional, though management was not easily reachable in emergencies. The dining experience was a mix, with great croissants but below-standard overall. Facilities need improvement, but the price is reasonable for some services.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious and clean but had uncomfortable combined single beds.
Service
8.0
The staff was extra friendly and professional, but management was not easily reachable in emergencies.
Location
8.0
The location has a nice sea view and is convenient, away from noise and distractions.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was a mix, with great croissants but below-standard overall.
Facilities
5.0
Facilities need improvement, especially the TV package and service delivery.