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Facilities and Services

  • Fax
  • Photocopy Machine
  • Internet Access
  • Airport Shuttle Service
  • Wheelchair Enabled
  • Parking Available
  • Babysitting Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Bar on the Premises
  • Swimming Pool
  • Squash Court
  • Jacuzzi
  • Sauna

Facilities in Rooms/Units

  • Air-Conditioning in Rooms
  • Satellite TV in Rooms
  • Television in Rooms
  • No Smoking in Rooms
  • Tea and Coffee in Rooms
  • Radios in Rooms
  • Heater in Rooms
  • MNET in Rooms
  • Bar Fridges in Rooms

Environment

  • City Centre

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • German
  • Zulu (isiZulu)
  • Xhosa (isiXhosa)
  • Afrikaans
  • Portuguese

Conference

  • Overhead Projector Available
  • Whiteboard Available
  • Slide Projector Available
  • Television Available
  • Conference Venue <25 People
  • Notebook Projector Available
  • Conference Venue 25-75 People
  • Conference Venue >75 People

Grading

  • 5 Stars - Tourism Grading Council of South Africa
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From R1,620 per person
From R1,080 per person sharing
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A bit about this place

The Royal is conveniently situated in the city centre, 15 km from Durban International Airport and is located within easy access to all arterial routes in and out of the City. Consistently recognised as one of the finest hotels in the country, The Royal has been bestowed with countless awards over the years. It's hard to believe that this haven of grace is right in the heart of the busy cosmopolitan city of Durban, with extensive entertainment, commercial, sports, tourist and transport facilities all around it. The Royal is also within walking distance of Africa's leading convention facility, the International Convention Centre (ICC). The ICC is fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology and is capable of hosting a wide variety of events. Like The Royal the ICC was founded on world class standards of hospitality and service. Five-Star sophistication is the keynote throughout your Royal room or suite, where a subtle blend of colonial and African influences create an atmosphere of comfort and splendour. Breathtaking panoramic views of Durban add to the overall ambience of the decor. Your adjoining bathroom is the height of luxury. And, as you'd expect, the two penthouses are beautifully appointed. Accommodation comprises the following: 251 rooms - sleeps 500 people Views from the room: Panoramic view of the City and Yacht mole What to take: Swimming costume, sun block, insect repellent, sun hat, sunglasses and lip balm are recommended. Umbrella for summer afternoon rains. In winter a jersey and jacket recommended. Dining: THE ROYAL GRILL - This flagship restaurant boasts some of the country's top award winning, haute cuisine and opulent décor. THE ULUNDI - Durban’s finest traditional Indian restaurant serving some of the finest eastern dishes in town. TOP OF THE ROYAL - A sophisticated venue with magnificent bay views, which offers guests magnificent breakfasts, and doubles as a function room. THE ROYAL CARVERY - Traditional English gourmet dining in a mellow, old-world setting. THE ROYAL LOUNGE - An ideal venue for enjoying a light meal or indulging in a tempting selection of cakes and delicacies. THE ROYAL COFFEE SHOPPE - A popular venue with visitors offering Viennese-style light eating. CHEF’S ON STAGE - The most unique venue in Africa, featuring Chef’s on Stage, trendy, interactive cuisine and culinary education and personalized dining options. EXCHANGE BAR and TAP ROOM - 2 bars offering pub style menus in relaxed and dedicated sports environments. Conferencing: The Royal conference and banqueting facilities are exceptional and offer a fully equipped Business Centre designed to meet the most demanding business needs. Standard conference equipment available for use and for hire. Venues: The Yellowwood Room - seats up to 550 persons. The Prince Alfred Room – seats up to 150 persons. The Royal Boardroom – seats up to 100 persons. The Marine Room – seats up to 100 persons. Berea View – seats up to 30 persons. Town Garden Suite – seats up to 70 persons. Weddings: Venues: The Prince Alfred Room - Dimensions (Total): 11.7 X 31.5 m (area - 316m). PAX: 320 theatre, 150 conference, 250 banquet herringbone, 120 formal banquet, 180 banquet round table, 150 dinner dance, 150 buffet/dance, 350 dance cocktail. This function room has the advantage of offering itself in its entirety or as two, three or four separate areas which can operate independently of one another. These are known as the Prince Alfred Room Suites 1,2,3 & 4, provide the ideal venue for all types of functions. Curtaining in subtle shades complement the rich carpeting and brass chandeliers, providing an elegant setting suitable for any occasion. Royal Boardroom & Marine Room - Boardroom Dimensions: 11.8 x 12.5 m (area - 127m) Boardroom PAX: 100 theatre, 60 conference, 60 banquet herringbone, 60 formal banquet, 60 banquet round table, 60 dinner dance, 50 buffet/dance, 100 dance cocktail. Marine Room Dimensions: 11.8 x 9.5 m (area - 111m) Marine Room PAX: 100 theatre, 60 conference, 60 banquet herringbone, 60 formal banquet, 60 banquet round table, 60 dinner dance, 50 buffet/dance, 100 dance cocktail. These are two of the most practical and intimate function rooms available. Both of these rooms are ideally suited for business workshops, luncheons, smaller functions, board meetings and conferences. An interleading doorway between the rooms adds to the flexibility of these suites. Both suites are paneled with magnificent yellowwood complemented by brass chandeliers making these rooms suitable for any occasion. The Top of the Royal - The Top of The Royal has one of the finest settings in Durban, offering panoramic views of Durban Bay. This is an ideal venue for luncheons and dinners as well as cocktail parties. The Top of The Royal has also become a popular venue for weddings as it provides the perfect setting for such a momentous occasion The Town Garden Suites - Suite A Dimensions: 7 x 8.3 m (area - 58m). Suite A PAX: 20 theatre, 20 conference, 14 formal banquet, 10 banquet round table, 20 dance cocktail Suite B Dimensions: 8.9 x 13.8 m (area - 122m) Suite B PAX: 80 theatre, 40 conference, 50 banquet herringbone, 50 formal banquet, 50 banquet round table, 40 dinner dance, 40 buffet/dance, 70 dance cocktail. Set overlooking the City Hall and gardens, with quietly elegant decor these suites add a little extra to each function. Versatile in their options these suites offer you the best of 5 Star style. The Yellowwood Room - Dimensions: 14.6 x 27.4 m (area - 392m). PAX: 550 theatre, 300 conference, 400 banquet herringbone, 300 formal banquet, 320 banquet round table, 280 dinner dance, 280 buffet/dance, 550 dance cocktail. This luxurious ballroom combines space with elegance and has the advantage of incorporating the convenient AnteRoom, linked both indoors through the hotel and outdoors by an open-air promenade. The Yellowwood Room can accommodate a range of functions and all the modern in-house Audio-Visual Equipment is available. Accommodation: We offer two double rooms for the bridal couple to allocate where they see fit at no additional charge. So if you would like to treat both sets of parents or your bestman/bridesmaid - this is your perfect gift to them! (Bed and breakfast basis). We offer your guests the opportunity to stay at the Royal Hotel, at a highly preferential weekend accommodation package rate per double room, bed and breakfast per night. Menus for weddings on request. Rates Exclude: Bar service · Laundry · Lunch and dinner restaurant and room service meals · Telephone calls · Transfers. Rates are quoted per person per night and include accommodation, breakfast, TOMSA levy and VAT at 14%

 Check-In 02:00 PM Check-Out 10:00 AM

Rooms and Units


Standard Room 222


Includes: Rate Basis Not Specified

There are 134 Double Rooms and 88 Twin Rooms. 5 Family Rooms are also available .
TV with selected DSTV · Hairdryers in all rooms · Direct dial telephones · Safety deposit boxes in all rooms · Internet · Mini bar in all suites, available upon request in standard room · All rooms have air conditioning · Tea and coffee making facilities · Wake-up call facilities.

Rates are quoted per person per night, VAT @ 14%, excludes TOMSA Levy.
Lunch - A La Carte
Dinner - A La Carte
NB: Family Room Rates - adult rate per person sharing plus child rate of R220 per child (2006)


Features available
Bathroom Facilities Private Ensuite bath and separate shower Ensuite shower over bath Separate Toilet 
Beds Twin Double 
TV MNet SABC DSTV (Satellite) 
Views Sea 

Standard/Deluxe Suite 16


Includes: Rate Basis Not Specified

STANDARD AND DELUXE ROOM FEATURES · All rooms with en-suite bathroom facilities · Air-conditioning and heating in rooms · Telephones and satellite TV · Executive and penthouse suite features · All suites have en-suite bathroom facilities · Air-conditioning and heating · Separate bedroom and separate lounge · Telephone with voice mail · Colour TV with satellite · Fax machines · Minibar · In-room Internet · Butler service available on two dedicated floors
General information on all rooms: TV with selected DSTV · Hairdryers in all rooms · Direct dial telephones · Safety deposit boxes in all rooms · Internet · Mini bar in all suites, available upon request in standard room · All rooms have air conditioning · Tea and coffee making facilities · Wake-up call facilities.

Rates are quoted per person per night, VAT @ 14%, excludes TOMSA Levy.
Lunch - A La Carte
Dinner - A La Carte


Features available

Executive Suite 3


Includes: Rate Basis Not Specified

All suites have en-suite bathroom facilities · Air-conditioning and heating · Separate bedroom and separate lounge · Telephone with voice mail · Colour TV with satellite · Fax machines · Minibar · In-room Internet · Butler service available on two dedicated floors.
General information on all rooms: TV with selected DSTV · Hairdryers in all rooms · Direct dial telephones · Safety deposit boxes in all rooms · Internet · Mini bar in all suites, available upon request in standard room · All rooms have air conditioning · Tea and coffee making facilities · Wake-up call facilities.

Rates are quoted per person per night, VAT @ 14%, excludes TOMSA Levy.
Lunch - A La Carte
Dinner - A La Carte


Features available

Executive Room 3


Includes: Rate Basis Not Specified

. TV with selected DSTV · Hairdryers in all rooms · Direct dial telephones · Safety deposit boxes in all rooms · Internet · Mini bar in all suites, available upon request in standard room · All rooms have air conditioning · Tea and coffee making facilities · Wake-up call facilities

Rates are quoted per person per night, VAT @ 14%, excludes TOMSA Levy.
Lunch - A La Carte
Dinner - A La Carte


Features available

Penthouse (6 guests) 2


Includes: Rate Basis Not Specified

Penthouse, sleeps 6, Upstairs & Downstairs suite :
All suites have en-suite bathroom facilities · Air-conditioning and heating · Separate bedroom and separate lounge · Telephone with voice mail · Colour TV with satellite · Fax machines · Minibar · In-room Internet · Butler service available on two dedicated floors.
General information on all rooms: TV with selected DSTV · Hairdryers in all rooms · Direct dial telephones · Safety deposit boxes in all rooms · Internet · Mini bar in all suites, available upon request in standard room · All rooms have air conditioning · Tea and coffee making facilities · Wake-up call facilities.

Rates are quoted per person per night, VAT @ 14%, excludes TOMSA Levy.
Lunch - A La Carte
Dinner - A La Carte


Features available

Rack Rate 2007: 01-Jan-07 -31-Dec-07
UnitPer Person FromPer Person ToSharing FromSharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Standard Room  R1,620 R1,620 R1,080 R1,080 -- --
Standard/Deluxe Suite  R1,890 R1,890 R1,260 R1,260 -- --
Executive Suite  R2,170 R2,170 R1,630 R1,630 -- --
Executive Room  R2,000 R2,000 R1,330 R1,330 -- --
Penthouse (6 guests)  R2,450 R2,450 R1,870 R1,870 -- --


Please remember that rates are a guide and subject to change. Please re-confirm rates when booking.

Activities nearby

Durban North's Beachfront5.0 km
Valley of a Thousand Hills25.0 km
Suncoast Casino5.0 km
Durban Central8.0 km
Durban International Airport25.0 km
Umgeni Bird Park2.0 km
The Royal Golf Course, Kingspark, Rugby Stadium4.0 km
Kingsmead Cricket Stadium2.0 km
ICC1.0 km
Japanese Gardens2.0 km

Dining AreaRoyal Hotel Hospitality

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