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Royal Palm Hotel

4.0 star property
Central Umhlanga hotel with full-service spa, connected to a shopping center

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Royal Palm Hotel

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Balcony view
Front of property
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Property amenity
Separate bathtub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of Royal Palm Hotel

8,2 out of 10 Very good
8,2/10 Very good

Property highlights

  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
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8 Palm Boulevard, New Town Centre, Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, 4320
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • In-room childcare
For families
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Terrace

Room options

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Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard Area

  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 63 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms

  • 206 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms

  • 206 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Luxury Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

  • 122 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About this area

What's nearby

  • Heart of Umhlanga
  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach - 10 min drive
  • Durban Beach - 9 min drive
  • UShaka Marine World - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 15 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • Old Town Italy - 11 min walk
  • Lucky Shaker - 5 min walk
  • Fish - 3 min drive
  • Little Havana - 3 min drive
  • Butcher Block - 12 min walk
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About this property

Royal Palm Hotel

Royal Palm Hotel offers an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 350 per person one-way. You can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials, or aromatherapy, and DISH Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a fitness center, and a sauna are other highlights at this upscale hotel.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows industry cleaning and disinfection practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global) and Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Social distancing

Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 48 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks and gloves available
Hand sanitizer provided
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 94 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 2 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18
  • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18

Children

  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Secured covered onsite self parking (ZAR 65 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Offsite

  • Area shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (3315 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • Shopping mall on site
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Spa

Spa Royale has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Dining

DISH Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 215–215 for adults, and ZAR 100–190 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 350 per person (one-way)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 6 and 12 costs ZAR 175 (one-way)

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs ZAR 65 per day

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer.

Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast.

Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 48 hours between bookings.

This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global) and Safe Travels (WTTC - Global).

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
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.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Royal Palm Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Royal Palm Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Royal Palm Hotel?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Are pets allowed at Royal Palm Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Royal Palm Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs ZAR 65 per day.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Royal Palm Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 350 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Royal Palm Hotel?
You can check in from 2 PM - 9:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at Royal Palm Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Sibaya Casino (9-min drive) and Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (11-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Royal Palm Hotel and nearby?
Royal Palm Hotel has a spa and a steam room.
Are there restaurants at or near Royal Palm Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, DISH Restaurant.
What's the area around Royal Palm Hotel like?
Royal Palm Hotel is in the heart of Umhlanga, a short 4-minute walk from Gateway Theatre of Shopping and 6 minutes' walk from Umhlanga Hospital.

Reviews

8,2

Very good

8,4/10

Cleanliness

8,2/10

Staff & service

6,0/10

Amenities

8,0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7,2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

nkosinathi, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Roith, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

EMT, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Roith, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
MRJF, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Being here before just a excellent place home from home
Gustav, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very good

Tanusha, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

JOEY, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

In a good area lots to do opposite a shopping mall but the hotel is tied needs to be revamped. AIRCON not working T.V. not working cycling coming down. But great location.
Panayotis, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Mohale, 2-night trip
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