140 Murchison Street, 3370 Ladysmith, South Africa
#14 of 16 hotels in Ladysmith
Guests' ChoiceBased on 123 hotel reviews
7.3Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Location
8.1
Facilities
7.2
Staff
8.9
Value for money
7.6
Free WiFi
6.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 27 May 2024
Mark
South Africaeverything was great
Breakfast was great, large choice.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Mpume
South AfricaThe reception staff is exceptional.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 29 February 2024
Abraham
South AfricaNo fridge
Air-conditioned
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Madlener
South Africasorry, it is a bit of the topic a pretty highly pregnant stray cat without tail and wound on the lost tail, I felt so sorry for her, and wished I could take her back to Johannesburg, looking for food in the parking, I wish someone could give her a home and spade her after the birth of the kittens
left very early (03:00), received a delicious breakfast pack quiet comfy room very welcoming and friendly staff central location
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Rolf
South AfricaThis place is in desperate of a refresh. Tiny little coffee cups, really. Go and buy some mugs...
Clean and neat
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Goosen
South AfricaSomehow our restaurant bill seemed excessive.
Liked the heritage of the facility with a lot of history on display. Parking was easily accessible. Security was very good. Room was very clean.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 2 October 2023
Ncube
South Africaoptions for eggs not scrambled eggs for everyone
overcooked sausages
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 30 June 2023
Siphelele
South AfricaI arrived at 3pm but I had to wait for about half an hour for my room to be prepared.
The place is in a very good location if you wanna see the city of Ladysmith day or night . Stuff members are very welcoming and friendly.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 17 February 2023
Lawrence
South AfricaThe room were small and dated
The hotel itself was wonderful the room were small and dated
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 11 November 2022
Lionel
BelgiumThe hotel is very old with a lot of historical artefacts and decoration, which makes it the perfect atmosphere if you're here on the road to the battlefields. The facilities are a bit old but still decent and the room was more comfortable then it first looked. A few attentions in the room, not necessarily expected from such a big hotel.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 9 September 2022
Prosper
South AfricaA bathroom without a window,no ventilation.
Cleanliness and friendly staff.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 5 August 2022
Madlener
South AfricaWalking in the area was busy and crowded and a bit scary for a single female
Clean cute room Good security Central and close to the running venue Historical value Accomodating personnel
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 29 June 2022
Nqobile
South AfricaGreat hospitality
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 31 May 2022
Sithole
South AfricaThey can improve the coffee. They can do better than Ricoffy.
Royal Hotel has warm friendly staff, It is clean, with a cosy restaurant.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 8 May 2022
Hadebe
South AfricaBar closes very early.
Staff was very friendly.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 8 March 2022
Heine
South AfricaStaff friendliness
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 2 January 2022
Erik
United KingdomDue to water shortages in the area the water ran out when it came to taking the second shower so i was unable to take one in the morning & the bar was closed.
Friendly amd helpful staff, limited menu however the food (including breakfast) was lovely. On site secure parking amd DSTV in the room.
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 18 November 2021
Mabaso
South AfricaBedding and sheets.
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 3 November 2021
Raletsoho
South AfricaNone for now
The breakfast was great and the location was perfect
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 7 June 2021
Colin
South AfricaEasy access with secure off-street parking. Clean and comfortable room en suite. Good breakfast and coffee. Good value for money and thankful for assistance with late arrival [after 23h00]
Stayed in May 2021
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Andrea
South AfricaGreat location and off-street parking. The staff were all exceptional. A very friendly receptionist! She found out I was running a race in the morning and would miss breakfast, and promptly arranged for me to get a packed breakfast the next morning. When I left at 3am, my breakfast was ready! We had dinner in the restaurant and service was prompt and the food good. The manager explained the various memorabilia in the room and gave us interesting insights into the history of Ladysmith. Waiting staff were lovely, in particular to my daughters. This hotel is well kept and a real gem. Will be back!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 March 2024
Dr
South AfricaNothing
Comfortable and great breakfast
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 February 2024
Dlamini
South AfricaEverything
Nothing
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Lawrence
United KingdomVery good quality breakfast with i wide selection of foods on offer. Supper menu is good and kitchen staff are very accommodating to special requests. Restaurant area is full of the history of the period in which the hotel was built and a very comfortable and relaxed atmosphere.
Stayed in January 2024
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