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Royal Palm Hotel

4.0 star property
Central hotel connected to a shopping centre in Umhlanga with full-service spa
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Royal Palm Hotel

Photo gallery for Royal Palm Hotel

Balcony view
Front of property
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Property amenity
Bathroom

Overview of Royal Palm Hotel

8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • GymGymGym

Explore the area

8 Palm Boulevard, New Town Centre, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320
  • Popular LocationGateway Theatre of Shopping4 min walk
  • Popular LocationUmhlanga Lighthouse3 min drive
  • Popular LocationUmhlanga Rocks Beach11 min drive
  • AirportDurban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)14 min drive
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Room options

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard Area

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
2 bedrooms
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 63 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
3 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 206 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Luxury Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
3 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 206 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

Luxury Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 122 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Umhlanga

Located in Umhlanga, Royal Palm Hotel is connected to a shopping centre. UShaka Marine World is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Umhlanga Rocks Beach and Durban Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Moses Mabhida Stadium or Kings Park Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale watching.

What's nearby

  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping - 4 min walk
  • KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board - 8 min walk
  • Umhlanga Lighthouse - 3 min drive
  • Umhlanga Main Beach - 9 min drive
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 4 min walk
  • Kauai - 3 min walk
  • Circus Circus Cafe - 4 min walk
  • Cuba Lounge - 3 min walk
  • Pizza Boyz - 5 min walk

About this property

Royal Palm Hotel

Upscale hotel connected to a shopping centre
A terrace, a shopping centre on-site and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Royal Palm Hotel. Treat yourself to a facial, aromatherapy or a manicure/pedicure at Spa Royale, the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at DISH Restaurant, the on-site restaurant. In addition to a bar and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Babysitting (surcharge), a lift and luggage storage
  • ATM/banking services, massage treatment rooms and a computer station
Room features
All 94 rooms offer comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Separate sitting areas, mini fridges and microwaves

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Secured, covered parking on site (ZAR 65 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM–10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 215–215 for adults and ZAR 100–190 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • DISH Restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • Shopping centre
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (3,315 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Building
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately ZAR 215 to 215 for adults and from ZAR 100 to 190 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 350 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 175 (one-way), (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • Covered self-parking fee: ZAR 65 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Three Cities Royal Palm
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Frequently asked questions

Is Royal Palm Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Palm Hotel?

As of 28 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Palm Hotel on 14 Apr 2024 start from NZ$106.75, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Royal Palm Hotel?

Self-parking is available for ZAR 65 per day.

What time is check-in at Royal Palm Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Royal Palm Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Royal Palm Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 350 per person applies.

Where is Royal Palm Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Umhlanga, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Gateway Theatre of Shopping, Umhlanga Hospital, and KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board. Umhlanga Lighthouse and Umhlanga Main Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Royal Palm Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 262 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 262 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 262 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 262 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 262 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Coreen, Dundee

Travelled with partner
Neat and tidy friendly staff! situated right at gateway mall easy access to restaurants and shopping! after all a pleasant stay thank you 😊
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

MJ

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Stan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

nkosinathi

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roith

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Suleiman

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

EMT

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Helmut

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roith

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

MRJF

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Location in Umhlanga for business
Great location and a good hotel with free parking! A short drive to the beaches and other tourist attractions with good shopping just across the boulevard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023