The Royal Hotel

The Royal Hotel is set in a modern property with panoramic views, located in the center of Durban within five kilometers of the city’s main attractions. The 251 air conditioned guestrooms have sophisticated contemporary décor in yellow and royal blue with yellow wood furnishings and heavy curtains and all include bathrobes, toiletries, coffee and tea making facilities, safes, Internet connections and satellite television with pay movie channels. Suites include separate lounges and minibars.
Guests can enjoy a work out in the gym, play a game of squash or unwind with a massage or beauty treatment or a session in the sauna or steam room. The Royal also has an outdoor swimming pool and a children’s pool. In the restaurant Top of the Royal guests can marvel at spectacular bay views as they eat their breakfast. At the Royal Grill, haute cuisine is served in an impressive classical dining room with opulent décor and furnishings. The Ulundi is a traditional Indian restaurant with a relaxed ambience serving a range of curry dishes. Alternatively guests can enjoy traditional English cuisine in The Royal Carvery. The hotel has its own theater restaurant venue, the Backstage Supper Club which hosts a variety of shows including jazz, stand up comedy and cabaret. For drinks and pub meals, guests can choose from the Royal Lounge, the Exchange Bar and the Tap Room Bar. Those keen to explore the area can ask the hotel concierge to assist with information of local attractions; sports and leisure facilities, museums and shopping districts can all be found within five kilometers. Durban International Airport is approximately 30 minutes driving time and distance of 15 kilometers. For a fee, direct transport between the hotel and the airport can be arranged