In the heart of Durban Central Business District, The Albany Hotel offers a warm welcome with a hair salon and dry cleaning services. Guests can unwind in the on-site bar or enjoy meals at the restaurant. With free WiFi, laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk available.
225 Smith Street / 225 Anton Lembede, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4001
What's nearby
Durban International Convention Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
uShaka Marine World - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Durban Beach - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
Moses Mabhida Stadium - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
Getting around
King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 24 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Lords & Legends Sports Cafe - 5 min walk
Marine Coffee Shop - 5 min walk
Jolly Grubber - 5 min walk
The Exchange Bar - The Royal Hotel - 3 min walk
Wimpy - 8 min walk
About this property
The Albany Hotel
At The Albany Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from uShaka Marine World and Durban Beach. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
Children
Babysitting*
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
WiFi in rooms*
Parking
On-site self-parking (ZAR 70.00 per day)
On-site parking is limited
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Childcare in room (surcharge)
What to do
Beach nearby
Golfing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Whale-watching nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Reception hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
WiFi (surcharge)
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
WiFi is available in guestrooms for ZAR 60 per hour (rates may vary)
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 120 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Parking
Self parking costs ZAR 70.00 per day
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting 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. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Also known as
Albany Durban
Albany Hotel
Albany Hotel Durban
The Albany Hotel Hotel
The Albany Hotel Durban
The Albany Hotel Hotel Durban
Frequently asked questions
Does The Albany Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Albany 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.
Are pets allowed at The Albany Hotel?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Albany Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs ZAR 70.00 per day. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Albany Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Albany Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at The Albany Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World (5-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Albany Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with activities like boat tours, scuba diving, and body boarding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.
Are there restaurants at or near The Albany Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Albany Hotel like?
The Albany Hotel is in Durban Central Business District, a short 1-minute walk from Durban City Hall and 6 minutes' walk from Harbour.
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The Albany Hotel Reviews
Reviews
6,0
Good
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6,8/10
Cleanliness
6,2/10
Staff & service
5,0/10
Amenities
6,0/10
Property conditions & facilities
5,8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
30 January 2024
The room was clean i can't complain you can only work on changing the carpet in the passages as you know that it smells damp.
Busiswa
Busiswa, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
23 September 2024
Small rooms
Blanket are dirty and smelly
Security knocks every hour
Bathroom water overlap the bedroom
No towels
No privacy it was just a disaster
Raisibe
Raisibe, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
27 November 2023
When we got there at 10 we wanted to b e in the hotel , they told us we must come in at 2 oclock, how so disappointing really
Mercy Nomsa
Mercy Nomsa, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
02 December 2023
It was good except that if you need something you can't call at the reception, you need to go physically. Shower head needs to be fixed so that the water can flow properly.
Mildred
Mildred, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
16 February 2025
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 September 2024
Florence
Florence, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
02 January 2024
My Stay at Albany Hotel, Durban
JOMO S
JOMO S, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 November 2023
muzi
muzi, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
29 November 2023
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
04 September 2023
I was not impressed at all
Chwayi
Chwayi, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
05 June 2022
Mazisi
Mazisi, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
30 April 2022
Khulekani
Khulekani, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
11 January 2022
Albany should not be a hotel cos it does not have the actual stds of a hotel. The 1st room i was given room 39 was dirty nbi has to go to reception to ask foe another one. The reception is deceiving cos it looks clean but joooo. From 1st floor the smell of the carpets is unbearable considering that its the breakfast place. Then the others floors n rooms are not welcoming from walls to carpets need a redo. In fact i regretted cos i wanted my family to have a great time but we did not cos i guess its mangement do not care
Danisa
Danisa, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
05 December 2021
A nightmare
It was a nightmare , very very bad standard , people shouting and yelling every night until 2am in the morning , no towels , key to be reconfirm every days . Stolen close …. The worst stay in hotel possible .
ATS
ATS, 13-night trip
6/10 Good
19 October 2021
Nelsa
Nelsa, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 March 2021
Thembeka
Thembeka, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 March 2021
Vote of thanks
Place was nice and clean. Situated in the heart of town close to everything.
Abdur
Abdur, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
27 January 2021
Just ok
It’s was just ok
Lindelani
Lindelani, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
02 December 2020
Thobani
Thobani, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 November 2020
Nomusa
Nomusa, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
21 October 2020
Terrible Experience
The reception area was ok, and the lady assisting with the check in was helpful. However, I was deeply disappointed with the rest. As we stepped off the lift, we were welcome a not so clean looking passage way leading to our room.
The room looked absolutely nothing like what we saw in the photos when we made our booking. It was an old and tired looking room that we were allocated. It just looked like it desperately needed some renovation. The bathroom was worse.
I will definitely be not booking here again, nor would I recommend it to anyone.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
6/10 Good
30 September 2020
Comfortable for “just wanna lay my head” night.
Only one towel for a 3 sleeper room
Good for a “just want to lay my head” travels
Room seemed too close (clustered) compared to what / how advertised.
Reception very friendly
Verified traveller
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 February 2020
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 February 2020
Close to the port easy to reach rooms good friendly staff