The Royal Hotel Durban South Africa
267 Smith Street, PO Box 1041, Durban, 4000, South Africa
South Africa
Star Rating: 5
It's hard to believe that this haven of grace is right in the heart of a busy cosmopolitan city. There is a quiet sense of restrained elegance which belies the bustle outside_ a warm welcome echoes a bygone age of care and comfort in an unhurried mood of luxury. Yet The Royal Hotel is conveniently situated in Durban's Central Business district, within walking distance of extensive entertainment, commercial, sports and tourist facilities.
It is also central to all transport networks, is 15km from Durban's International Airport and offers an in-hotel car hire depot.
Accommodation
ACCOMMODATION BREAKDOWN:
» 251 Rooms in Total
» 134 Double Rooms
» 88 Twin Rooms
» 3 Executive Rooms
» 16 Deluxe Suites
» 3 Executive Suites
» 2 Penthouses
» 5 Family Rooms
Five-star sophistication is the keynote throughout your Royal room or suite, where a subtle blend of yellow wood and royal blue colour schemes, graciously complemented by rich, sophisticated decor, create an atmosphere of comfort and splendour. Breathtaking panoramic views of Durban add to the overall ambience of the bedroom, and the exquisite finishes of your adjoining bathroom ensures you remain in the height of luxury.
All rooms have selected DSTV, direct dial telephones, air-conditioning and heating, and tea and coffee making facilities, re-enforcing our goal to ensure a convenient stay for all. Mini bars are a standard feature of all our suites, with fax machines, and in-room internet available in our executive and penthouse suites. A butler service is available on two dedicated floors and The Royal also provides a floor of accommodation for those women travelling alone, as well as non-smoking floors.
Restaurant
With six unique restaurants and a choice of three upmarket cocktail venues, The Royal offers something for every taste - from the casual to the superlative. Together, The Royal's dining venues offer dining of an international standard, from classic cuisine to creative light meals.
Facilities and Services
Airport Transfers
Airline Reservations
Babysitters
Conference Facilities
Credit card Facilities
Daily Newspaper
Doctor, dentist and nurse on call
Dry Cleaning Service
Squash courts, massage, sauna, gym, swimming pool, plunge pool
Valet Service
Wake-up service
Mailing Services
Laundry service
Jewellery, magazine tobacconist
Telex, telefax service
Internet
Hairdresser on call
Pay Television
Car rental service (Avis)
Computer Training Centre
Business Centre
Foreign Exchange
Parking Facilities
Information Desk
Health Centre
CONFERENCES & FUNCTIONS: While pleasure is The Royal's business, business itself receives expert attention too. Conferencing and banqueting facilities here are comprehensive, offering a choice of venues from glittering ballroom to intimate boardroom.
Magnificent yellowwood paneling, complimented by exquisite crystal chandeliers, predominates throughout the banqueting suites, which offer the perfect setting for full-scale conventions, sales presentations, directors' meetings and any other business-oriented function. All can be linked to the latest in audio-visual technology and, as you'd expect, the catering and communications services are every bit as legendary as the Hotel.
For your convenience, The Royal Hotel has also introduced a Business Centre. Equipped with the latest in telecommunications and computer technology, it is the ideal venue for the serious businessman. With a choice of two boardrooms and three fully outfitted offices, it's like you never left your office at all.