,url-https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripexpert.com%2Fimages%2Fmarker-fade%402x.png(31.02582,-29.860052)/31.032040491700172,-29.85688968308894,13.854852998697174/1280x214@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoidHJpcGV4cGVydHdlYiIsImEiOiJja2Fud3l2MDcwbXZ0MndyeGF3eGI3ZWhzIn0.zLqNa1RECyZZadF8zfQM5w)
Garden Court Marine Parade vs Royal Hotel
Garden Court Marine Parade and Royal Hotel are both recommended by professionals. On balance, Royal Hotel scores marginally higher than Garden Court Marine Parade. Royal Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 79 with accolades from 3 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Rough Guide and DK Eyewitness.
Garden Court Marine Parade
Rough Guide
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
167 Marine Parade, Durban 4001, South Africa
From $0 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"All the rooms face the sea... A cool through-breeze offers respite against the summer heat, and a back entrance across from Victoria Park provides handy access to the city centre."
Fodor's
"You can't beat the location of this pleasant hotel midway between South and North beaches and only a five-minute drive from the city center. Rooms are attractive and modern."
Full review
i
Request an upper-floor room for the best views.
Lonely Planet
"A superb beachfront option, Garden Court was given a snazzy overhaul in 2014 and now boasts sleek, modern rooms, all with ocean views."
Full review
Royal Hotel
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
267 Smith Street, Durban 4000, South Africa
From $47 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Lonely Planet
"This five-star, slightly old-world institution is one of the city’s most historical and swankiest offerings."
Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This 150-year-old grand hotel in Durban’s city centre is decorated with warm yellowwood and blue tones. The butler service adds a touch of luxurious sophistication."
Rough Guide
"Feels a little oldfangled. Smack in the centre of town... it’s worth considering if you can afford five-star splendour and fancy the liveried service. Discounts are often available."
