The Riverside Hotel | Hotel in Durban, South Africa

| 8.4 (540 Reviews) |  14 Bathrooms  33 Guests
Durban North Hotel | The Riverside Hotel

Hotel with Accessibility, Restaurant and Bar

Set 0.6 mi from the banks of the Umgeni River, The Riverside Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor pool and a range of beauty treatments at its wellness center. Gateway Shopping Center is 6.8 mi away. All rooms have luxurious bedding and furnishings. Each one has satellite TV, air conditioning and a small kitchenette fitted with basic appliances. Riverside Hotel offers semi-self catering facilities. The outdoor pool area is built among natural rocks and tropical trees. Guests can enjoy a variety of beers and cocktails from the Cyril's bar. Riverside Grill serves a blend of South African and European cuisines in a smart-casual atmosphere. Riverside Grill Bar features light snacks and tropical drinks. The Riverside Hotel is a 20-minute drive away from Pavilion Mall. Durban Country Club is 1.2 mi away, while King Shaka International Airport is 17 mi from the property. 500kVA Generator on site ensures an uninterrupted power supply to our hotel complex and Business Center.

The Riverside Hotel is located in Durban.

This 168 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Child Friendly, Hot Tub, Laundry, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 540 reviews with the average score of 8.4 . Coming to Durban and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 168 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this Casai place in Durban. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This The Riverside Hotel in Durban is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “The Riverside Hotel”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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10 Kenneth Kaunda Drive, Durban, 4065, South Africa

Amenities

Air ConditionerAir Conditioner
ParkingParking
PoolPool
Designated Smoking AreaDesignated Smoking Area
ViewView
Wheelchair AccessibleWheelchair Accessible
Ocean ViewOcean View
OceanfrontOceanfront
AccessibilityAccessibility
Transportation/ShuttleTransportation/Shuttle
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
Business ServicesBusiness Services
Sports/ActivitiesSports/Activities
Wellness FacilitiesWellness Facilities
SpaSpa
RestaurantRestaurant
BarBar
Guest ServicesGuest Services
EntertainmentEntertainment
BreakfastBreakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor CookingBarbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child FriendlyChild Friendly
Hot TubHot Tub
InternetInternet
LaundryLaundry

Facility Overview

BreakfastBreakfast
  • RestaurantRestaurant
  • Kid-friendly buffetKid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet meals (on request)Special diet meals (on request)
  • Wine/ChampagneWine/Champagne
  • BarBar
  • Kids' mealsKids' meals
  • Snack barSnack bar
ParkingParking
  • Accessible parkingAccessible parking
  • ParkingParking
  • Free parkingFree parking
  • Parking on siteParking on site
ActivitiesActivities
  • Hair coloringHair coloring
  • Steam roomSteam room
  • Happy hourHappy hour
  • Hot tub/JacuzziHot tub/Jacuzzi
  • SpaSpa
  • HairstylingHairstyling
  • Beauty servicesBeauty services
  • SaunaSauna
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • CanoeingCanoeing
  • HaircutHaircut
  • Fitness centerFitness center
  • Live music/PerformanceLive music/Performance
  • FitnessFitness
  • Live sports events (broadcast)Live sports events (broadcast)
EntertainmentEntertainment
  • Outdoor play equipment for kidsOutdoor play equipment for kids
GeneralGeneral
  • ElevatorElevator
  • Smoke-free propertySmoke-free property
  • Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • SafeSafe
  • Designated smoking areaDesignated smoking area
  • Family roomsFamily rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guestsFacilities for disabled guests
  • Convenience store on siteConvenience store on site
  • Wifi in all areasWifi in all areas
Guest ServicesGuest Services
  • Shuttle serviceShuttle service
  • Daily housekeepingDaily housekeeping
  • Business centerBusiness center
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • ConciergeConcierge
  • Fax/PhotocopyingFax/Photocopying
  • Babysitting/Child servicesBabysitting/Child services
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Airport shuttleAirport shuttle
  • LaundryLaundry
  • Packed lunchesPacked lunches
  • Dry cleaningDry cleaning
  • LockersLockers
  • Baggage storageBaggage storage
  • Room serviceRoom service
  • 24-hour front desk24-hour front desk
  • Tour deskTour desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilitiesMeeting/Banquet facilities
  • Ironing serviceIroning service
  • Hair/Beauty salonHair/Beauty salon
InternetInternet
  • InternetInternet
  • Free WifiFree Wifi
  • WifiWifi
OutdoorsOutdoors
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • BBQ facilitiesBBQ facilities
  • Outdoor poolOutdoor pool
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
  • CCTV in common areasCCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarmsSmoke alarms
  • Key card accessKey card access
  • Fire extinguishersFire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security24-hour security
  • CCTV outside propertyCCTV outside property
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between staysGuest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirusUse of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companiesProperty cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelinesLinens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaningGuest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodationFood can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Physical distancing in dining areasPhysical distancing in dining areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitizedAll plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Process in place to check health of guestsProcess in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kits availableFirst aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areasHand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authoritiesStaff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removedShared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areasScreens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Physical distancing rules followedPhysical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment availableCashless payment available
SpaSpa
  • Beach chairs/LoungersBeach chairs/Loungers
  • Swimming poolSwimming pool
  • Beach umbrellasBeach umbrellas
  • Shallow endShallow end
Transportation/ShuttleTransportation/Shuttle
  • Airport drop-offAirport drop-off
  • Airport pickupAirport pickup

Policies

Check-in
Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
Please note the hotel offers wireless internet throughout - the first 400mb per day is free, please note: guests are required to fill in a credit card authorization form, provide a copy of photo id and a copy of the credit card within 48 hours of making a reservation. the credit card authorization must be filled in and returned to the hotel. if guests decline to fill in a credit card authorization, a bank transfer or eft is also acceptable within 48 hours of making a reservation, please note, should you opt to pre-pay by credit card, the credit card produced on check in, must match the one used to guarantee the booking.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, this property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.1
Location:
8.58
Staff:
8.55
Facilities:
8.03
Comfort:
8.32
Cleanliness:
8.24
sanjay
Mar 5, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
South Africa
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room InfoFacilities
Suite with River View
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 48 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Towels, Free toiletries, Shower, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

General

Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

View

River view, Garden view
Standard Double or Twin Room
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 20 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Standard Double or Twin Room

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Towels, Free toiletries, Shower, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

General

Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette

Living Area

Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs
Triple Room
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Triple Room

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Towels, Free toiletries, Shower, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

General

Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette

Living Area

Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs

View

Garden view
Deluxe Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 25 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Double Room

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Towels, Free toiletries, Shower, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

General

Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette

Living Area

Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs
Family Room
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 38 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Towels, Free toiletries, Shower, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

General

Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Microwave, Kitchenette

Living Area

Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs
Double or Twin Room - Disability Access
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 25 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Shower, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

General

Trash cans, Air conditioning, Safe

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Kitchenette

Living Area

Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View
Room Type: Twin/Double
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

General

Safe

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Bathroom

Towels, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Kitchenette

Living Area

Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
Room Type: Twin/Double
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

General

Safe

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Bathroom

Towels, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Kitchenette

Living Area

Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
Room Type: Twin/Double
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

General

Safe

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Bathroom

Towels, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Kitchenette

Living Area

Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens
Family Room with Lake View
Room Type: Family
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

General

Safe

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Bathroom

Towels, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Kitchenette

Living Area

Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens
Suite
Room Type: Suite
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

General

Safe

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Bathroom

Towels, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Kitchenette

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens
Family Suite
Room Type: Suite
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
2 Sofa bed Bed

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

General

Safe

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Bathroom

Towels, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Kitchenette

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens
Double or Twin Room with View
Room Type: Twin/Double
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

General

Safe

Media & Technology

TV, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Telephone

Bathroom

Towels, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Kitchenette

Living Area

Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens

FAQ's

Is this The Riverside Hotel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at The Riverside Hotel?

Check-in time for The Riverside Hotel starts counting from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the The Riverside Hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, this The Riverside Hotel has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in The Riverside Hotel?

Best-rates for the The Riverside Hotel starts from $74 per night with includes Transportation/Shuttle, Business Services, Spa, Guest Services, Entertainment, Internet, Air Conditioner, Pool, Designated Smoking Area, Wheelchair Accessible, Accessibility, Restaurant, Bar, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Ocean View, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Hot Tub, Laundry, Parking, View, Oceanfront with all other facilities. Casai.ca matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is The Riverside Hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the The Riverside Hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the The Riverside Hotel is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the The Riverside Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the The Riverside Hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for The Riverside Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the The Riverside Hotel are as follows: Non refundable Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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