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Reviews of Royal Palm Hotel 4 stars

6-8 Palm Boulevard, Umhlanga Ridge, 4320 Durban, South Africa

#38 of 88 hotels in Durban

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Review score

Based on 3414 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 17 December 2023

    8.0
    Lovely location, spacious rooms.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The egg station at breakfast is very slow, too many lights switches. No adaptors in rooms

    It’s spacious and location is great, right at Gateway Shopping Mall

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 December 2023

    8.0
    Amazing stay but hiccups that can be avoided with proper management.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The fact that I called reception 5 times trying to order food but no answer. That was annoying me. The other issue is the fact that no one tells you to go validate your parking ticket if you need to go out. When I checked in, I asked reception if I pay for the ticket, and she advised that she would validate it when I checked out. I then advised her, but I need to leave soon to fetch my wife. She didn't say anything about I need to validate it. I drive up to the gate around 10pm, and it doesn't allow me to leave. I had to them reverse down that steep drive way, come to find a gaurd, and ask him for help. He then said the ticket needs to be validated. I missed the awards function I was going to because of this stupid issue with the ticket. Going forward I feel they should validate your ticket the same time u check in so you got freedom to go and come as you please.

    The room was amazing. The bed is gorgeous,the lounge area is lovely. Balcony is nice and private. The bathroom is to die for. It was a really gorgeous room and the stay was perfect.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 December 2023

    7.0
    Good location for a short term stay
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Executive Twin Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Car parking signage confusing

    Friendly helpful staff

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    8.0
    Good but can be better
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Needs interior refresh, carpets are in icu...needs a screen between room and bathroom...

    All was good..stayed here now for a couple of times..

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Executive King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Waiting for my business invoice

    Very friendly staff

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no dishes in the kitchen at all.

    It was conveniently situated. It was clean.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 December 2023

    9.0
    Great stay and great service. We will definitely book again in future
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    None really

    Great service, requested an early check-in and the staff was willing to assist. The staff is very friendly and provided exceptional service. The location is great as it right next to the mall.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 December 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The reception staff was not friendly at all during check in

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2023

    8.0
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Executive King Suite
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Hotel was good

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 December 2023

    8.0
    Very convertible
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no pool

    Close to everything

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Non guests can access the hotel elevators abd go directly to the hotel room floors A safety concern

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel provides one card, which you need to get into the floor and to keep the lights on, that was very inconvenient because I had to leave my wife in the dark when I needed to go out.

    The rooms are spacious and very clean and comfortable.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Power suddenly goes off and resumes after a few minutes

    Cleanliness and great facilities

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 November 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Executive Twin Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The detergents they use to clean the rooms are too strong and do not smell good. In short the room didn't smell fresh especially because there's no sunlight and fresh air other than the A/C. Secondly the chairs are not comfortable for someone needing to sit at the table and do work.

    The room size

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    i did not like the tv on the wall as opposed to the tv in the lounge

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2023

    8.0
    The stay at Royal Palm is always good,The location is fantastic.The housekeeping service was great.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive King Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights

    We did not have any breakfast at the hotel although,we had paid for breakfast with the accommodation.Due to being busy and other committments we did not have breakfast at the hotel.I had requested Breakfast Room Service but,was told that the hotel does NOT do room service for breakfast so we just left it as that.

    Location,convenience,housekeeping service

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There were a few issues that could help. The bath being a large luxurious bath had no handles to help you get in or out. The room has limited 2. prong plugs for cell phone chargers. If you don't bring your own adapter you stuck.

    The staff are super friendly and eager to help. The rooms, ours was the deluxe suite, was very spacious and luxurious. Breakfasts were delicious and plentiful. Did have to ask for butter on the first morning as only margarine was out on the tables. Location is great as one can get to Gateway shopping Centre by foot with a 3 minute walk. The balcony was a real treat and we spent time there having sundowner and eating the most amazing curry takeout from Canecutters, which is over the road at the Caltex garage.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing to dislike

    Loved everything about the place...spacious cleanliness location

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2023

    8.0
    Very comfortable & convenient to get to mall
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Penthouse Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast is not up to standard and the back view is poor

    Pleased with almost everything

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2023

    7.0
    It was fine
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Executive King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I woke up abit late and ended up leaving the room at 10:30 which is only 30 mins after their 10am checkout but the security was already banging at my door, forcing me to leave, I don’t think that’s good hospitality.

    The overall room, definitely value for money

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2023

    9.0
    Enjoyed my stay food was amazing 😍
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very comfy and classy

    Everything 👌❤️

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    My neighbour was very noisy and his smoke fumes came into my room

    Good clean and friendly staff makes it nice staying at Royal Palm

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    8.0
    The guys working in the restaurant and bar always make my stay pleasant, so friendly and helpful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Ladies at reception are very slow and don’t communicate internally. Also I had to request a safe for my room - the previous one was removed 🤦🏾

    The rooms are exceptionally good.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I may have seen a cockroach or two, while we have them in our homes too, but hotel can look into fumigation every now and again, or pest control, whatever it is that needs doing. I found it funny actually, not really upset by it.

    The room was spotless, and quite spacious. I loved it.

    Stayed in October 2023

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