The Riverside Hotel - Durban

The Riverside Hotel - Durban

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The Riverside Hotel - Durban
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Overview

The Riverside Hotel is located in the Durban North district, around 20 minutes' walk from Model Yacht Pond and offers an outdoor swimming pool onsite. This 4-star hotel features a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden, and the rooms overlook the garden.

Location

Thanks to a prime location close to a motorway, guests can easily access Kengsington Square Shopping Mall, which is approximately a 10-minute ride away. The hotel is within walking distance of Dolphin Coast. Mitchell Park Zoo can also be found approximately 10 minutes' drive from the accommodation.

For those travelling from afar, King Shaka International airport is 28 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

The Riverside Durban welcomes guests to 169 well-appointed rooms. Some of them come with complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with coffee/tea makers. They include a microwave, an electric kettle, and a fridge. Offering toiletries for guests' comfort, the private bathrooms are fitted with a Jacuzzi bath and a sauna.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served in the restaurant. Riverside boasts Riverside restaurant with South African cuisine. Also, there is a lounge bar serving refreshing drinks along with light snacks. Finger food and grills are offered here for all tastes. This Durban hotel features a restaurant nearby, where guests can enjoy a variety of Asian cuisine.

 

Leisure & Business

A swimming pool and a golf course can be provided at a surcharge. On-site entertainment options, featuring live performances and a nightclub, are organised at the family-friendly property. There is a health club at this hotel. Guests can have access to a conference room, and make use of conference equipment and a work desk.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 10 am
Amenities
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of ZAR 200 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of floors:5
Number of rooms:169
Former name
Riverside Hotel
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Rooms and availability

Standard Double Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
Room Mobility accessible
  • Max:
    2 persons
Standard Triple Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Canoeing
  • Golf course

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • BBQ facilities
  • Sauna
  • Beauty treatment
  • Shallow end

Room view

  • Garden view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about The Riverside Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 6274 INR
📏 Distance to centre 5.6 km
🗺️ Location rating 8.0
✈️ Distance to airport 29.5 km
🧳 Nearest airport King Shaka International, DUR

Location

Address
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10 Kenneth Kaunda Drive, Durban, South Africa, 7435
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10 Kenneth Kaunda Drive, Durban, South Africa, 7435
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Reviews of The Riverside Hotel

8.0 /10
Great60 reviews
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#14 of 76 hotels in Durban
Location8.0
Rooms9.0
Facilities7.0
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  • W
    William
    United States
    Wrote a review on Dec 17
    Very good
    7.0

    The rooms they offer were reasonably priced and recently refurbished with comfortable beds and fire alarm, as for instance. There were a microwave oven and an electric kettle upon arrival. The hotel was placed in the very central location next time please give us a better view LOL "Riverside.

  • B
    Billy
    United States
    Wrote a review on Nov 09
    Very good
    7.0

    The staff were amazing and brilliant. the breakfast was excellent with a variety of food options. the beds were lovely, and having a couch and a kettle in the room was a nice touch. the location was super and brilliant, just a pleasant stroll away from Tops at Spar.

  • M
    Mike
    United States
    Wrote a review on Nov 07
    Perfect
    9.2

    Good location, we were just off the lagoon. Found Wimpy 25 minutes walk from the hotel, dined there.

  • Wrote a review on Nov 06
    Perfect
    10.0

    We stayed over the Easter holidays with our 11 month twin girls, the hotel was stunning, clean, accomodating and extremely friendly staff. The breakfast was lovely every morning. Will definately be a place to stay next time we visit kzn.

  • P
    Peter
    United States
    Wrote a review on Oct 16
    Great
    8.0

    The Riverside Hotel has great facilities that made our stay comfortable. the hotel's central location near beautiful beaches and attractions was convenient. - We enjoyed staying in the secure Durban North district.

  • Wrote a review on Oct 15
    Perfect
    9.6

    The view outstanding

    Breakfast - run out of various things all three breakfasts, a bit chaotic as not enough staff around to help one another sort out the problems that occurred.

  • Wrote a review on Oct 14
    Perfect
    9.6

    The service great, the rooms while small were adequate, bed very comfortable. The food was great. Didn't enjoy the sausages at breakfast but I'm an Escort fan!We really enjoyed our stay and will stay there again.

    Sausages at breakfast.

  • P
    Peter
    United States
    Wrote a review on Oct 13
    Very good
    7.2

    Overall - excellent and exceptionally friendly place

    Fantastic staff. "Quick check-in. - "Beautiful and incredible rooms. - "Lovely view

  • Wrote a review on Oct 10
    Guest rating
    5.8

    nothing special, just went for the world cup

    hard to find plugs in the room

  • Wrote a review on Oct 10
    Very good
    7.4

    Staff were good and very helpful. Location was good as between the city centre and the other areas of Durban. Nice veiws of the river and beach and so peaceful as not overlooked

  • B
    Bruce
    United States
    Wrote a review on Oct 02
    Very good
    7.4

    Enjoyed a recently renovated room with stunning sea and river views, equipped with a kettle and a cozy couch.

  • Wrote a review on Oct 01
    Guest rating
    5.4

    What I liked about the hotel was the suite suited our family requirements, and the hotel is central.

    This hotel seems to have alot of party's, the noise levels were totally ridiculous, we travelled with 18 month twins and needed to get away, they could not sleep the music blaring, windows rattling, the TV on maximum and we could not even hear each other talking, the management on duty did not respond to two calls, they could not respond as a result of not hearing me... until I personally went down to complain,the party continued....we could not even use the pool as it seemed to be a hired event....there is a lack of service for room service. The day we left the lights in the bathroom went out, (no fault of anyone in particular)...but really...we did not even bother calling to have it replaced. Their own staff complained about the noise.... Rather annoyed....Our week-end getaway was not a great experience!

  • Wrote a review on Sept 29
    Perfect
    9.4

    the view and the privacy of the rooms

    the noisy power box in the room (at the entrance) which buzzed the entire night

  • D
    David
    United States
    Wrote a review on Sept 26
    Very good
    7.2

    The twin/double room was incredibly comfortable with a couch and kettle, and the location was fantastic for exploring the area.

  • Wrote a review on Sept 25
    Perfect
    9.4

    A la Carte menu was good and food delicious. Room was 4star quality and lovely furninshings. Staff at reception was quick and efficient, as this was a busy time of the year.

    Hot food cold at every breakfast. Cheesecake from kitchen (not available in display) was warm. Pool area waitron service poor. Really takes an effort to draw a waitron's attention. Tv remote did not work. Tv, mirror and bath was not clean. Noise from air conditioning units at restaurant/pool area very disturbing.

FAQ about The Riverside Hotel

How far is The Riverside Hotel hotel from the city centre?
The Riverside Hotel hotel is located in the Durban North district.
Which airport is the closest to the 4-star The Riverside Hotel?
The closest airport to the 4-star The Riverside Hotel is King Shaka International airport (30 km) and it is reachable with a 28-minute drive.
Does The Riverside Hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, The Riverside Hotel offers a private parking garage on site.
Can I have lunch or dinner next to the The Riverside Hotel?
Dining options nearby the The Riverside Hotel include China Plate restaurant serving Chinese dishes (approximately 5 minutes by car from the property) and Bearded Bros Grill restaurant famous with Indian cuisine (400 meters away).
Can I have breakfast at the 4-star The Riverside Hotel hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 4-star The Riverside Hotel hotel.
What time is check-in and check-out at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 10:00.
How much does a room at The Riverside Hotel hotel cost?
The price for a room in The Riverside Hotel hotel starts at $74.
What payment methods are available in the The Riverside Hotel?
At the The Riverside Hotel, you can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa.
What room types are available at The Riverside Hotel hotel?
Deluxe Queen Room, Family Room, and Triple Room are among the room types available at The Riverside Hotel hotel.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at the hotel?
Each room at the hotel offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, some units feature private bathrooms along with hair dryers and toiletries.
Does The Riverside Hotel hotel offer facilities for business travellers?
The Riverside Hotel hotel conveniently features conference equipment and a photocopier as well as a conference room on-site.
Which facilities are available in The Riverside Hotel hotel?
Top locations of The Riverside Hotel hotel include a convenience shop and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security service.
Is there a swimming pool in the The Riverside Hotel?
Yes, the The Riverside Hotel features an outdoor pool area.
Which children services are provided at the hotel?
For guests staying at the hotel with their children, babysitting will be extremely useful.
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