• Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safety deposit box
  • Luggage storage
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This ultramodern hotel is situated in the centre of Palm Boulevard, directly opposite the Gateway Theatre of Shopping on Umhlanga Ridge. The Indian Ocean beachfront is just 2 km away. This luxury apartment hotel boasts spacious apartments and suites featuring carpeted floors and dimmer lights. Each unit comes with a balcony, a luxurious bathroom with amenities and free Wi-Fi. In keeping with a luxurious metropolitan hotel apartment complex, the Royal Palm features a retail piazza, designed with beautiful gardens and water features. There is also an all-day ground floor restaurant. The signature restaurant of the Royal Palm, Thyme, offers contemporary dining amidst rich textures and colour schemes of black and cream. Sliding doors opening onto a spacious courtyard provide an elegant café experience to outdoor dining. Royal Palm Gateway Hotel is close to various attractions such as the Mangrove Swamps, Umhlanga Lighthouse, Hawaan Forests, and Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail. King Shaka International Airport is a 15-minute drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

TrevPAR World Group
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
or
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Anine
    South Africa South Africa
    Location was great, quick trip to and from the airport and close to the beach and shops. The rooms are quite spacious and clean. Comfortable beds and check in was easy and quick. Appreciated the air-con in the room as it was very hot during our stay.
  • Shakti
    South Africa South Africa
    the spacious room and all the facilities of the kitchen and bathroom. the additional balcony space was a good feature as well.
  • Yvonne
    South Africa South Africa
    The room had all we needed, it was very comfortable and clean

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • THYME@ROYAL PALM
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour

Facilities of Royal Palm Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness centre
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Beach
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Wellness
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Zulu

House rules

Royal Palm Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Curfew

Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 23:00 and 04:00

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Royal Palm Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note guests are required to fill in a credit card authorization form, provide a copy of photo ID and a copy of the credit card within 48 hours of making a reservation. The credit card authorization must be filled in and returned to the Hotel. If guests decline to fill in a credit card authorization, a bank transfer or EFT is also acceptable within 48 hours of making a reservation.

Please note, should you opt to pre-pay by credit card, the credit card produced on check in, must match the one used to guarantee the booking.

FAQs about Royal Palm Hotel

  • Royal Palm Hotel is 8.7 miles from the centre of Durban. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Royal Palm Hotel include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Suite
    • Twin
    • Studio

  • Royal Palm Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Spa facilities
    • Beach
    • Steam room

  • Guests staying at Royal Palm Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Buffet
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go

  • The prices at Royal Palm Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Royal Palm Hotel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Royal Palm Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • THYME@ROYAL PALM