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Royal Hotel vs The Oyster Box
Both hotels are endorsed by experts. On balance, The Oyster Box scores significantly better than Royal Hotel. The Oyster Box ranks #1 in Durban with approval from 4 publications such as Afar Magazine, Condé Nast Traveler and Concierge.
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."
The Oyster Box
Concierge
Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
Afar Magazine
2 Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga Rocks 4319, South Africa
From $226 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Concierge
"This 1947 hotel set in lush gardens overlooking the Indian Ocean reopened after a two-year makeover as a long overdue luxury addition to KwaZulu-Natal's tropical northern coast."
Fodor's
"The iconic Oyster Box hotel has achieved a perfect marriage between old colonial and African contemporary style in its luxurious accommodations and offers an eye-popping range of services."
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Condé Nast Traveler
96.4
"This 1947 hotel set in lush gardens overlooking the Indian Ocean reopened after a two-year makeover as a long overdue luxury addition to KwaZulu-Natal’s tropical northern coast."
Full review
Afar Magazine
"For something more on the provincial side, opt for the charming Oyster Box Hotel in Durban, whose rich roots are as interesting as the structure that stands today."
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