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Royal Hotel Durban
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Royal Hotel Durban

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7.6

Very good

983 reviews

983 reviews

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7.7

Very good

Location rating score

Very good location - Inside city center
Excellent for walking
Walkable places
Playhouse

100 m

Art Gallery

140 m

City Hall

140 m

Municipal Library

140 m

Dick King Statue

190 m

Popular landmarks
uShaka Wet 'n Wild

2.1 km

uShaka Marine World

2.2 km

Suncoast Casino

2.9 km

Durban Botanic Gardens

3.0 km

Big Rush Urban Adrenaline

3.4 km

Closest landmarks
Consulate of German

220 m

Main Post Office

250 m

Consulate of Portugal

270 m

Consulate of Italy

280 m

Consulate of the United States

290 m

Royal Hotel Durban

267 Anton Lembede Street, Durban City Center, Durban, South Africa, 4000 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Strategically situated in Durban City Center, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Be sure to set some time aside to visit uShaka Marine World as well as Golden Mile nearby. Rated with 4 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to massage, restaurant and spa on-site.

Highlights

Inside city center

Front desk [24-hour]

Airport transfer

Excellent breakfast

Excellent view

Facilities

Airport transfer

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Front desk [24-hour]

Check-in/out [express]

Luggage storage

Spa

Swimming pool [outdoor]

Restaurants

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Durban every 6 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money7.7
Distance to city center1.00 Km
Location rating7.7
Nearest airportKing Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Distance to airport29.2 km

Rooms available at Royal Hotel Durban

Very good
Room comfort & quality

7.7

High Floor Deluxe Double Room
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • Bay view
  • 1 queen bed
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Family Room 4 people
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  • Room size: 50 m²/538 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 single beds and 1 queen b...
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Executive Suite
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  • Room size: 50 m²/538 ft²
  • Bay view
  • 1 queen bed
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 single beds
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Queen Double Ocean View
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • Harbor view
  • 1 queen bed
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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, City View
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    Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View
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      Frequently asked questions

      What time is check-in and check-out at Royal Hotel Durban?

      Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee. The hotel offers luggage storage to guests for before check-in and after check-out. The front desk is always open, day or night.

      How do I get to Royal Hotel Durban?

      Royal Hotel Durban is easy to access from the airport. In fact, you can even book your airport transfer in advance for greater peace of mind with the additional charge of 460 ZAR. Just use the "Let us know what you need" section of the booking page to let the hotel know you want a ride, and they will contact you via the Agoda messaging service. Parking is available for a fee of 100 ZAR per day. If you're looking for an easy way to get around Durban with private transportation, the hotel can arrange taxi service.

      Is breakfast offered at Royal Hotel Durban?

      There's an additional charge of 185 ZAR for adults and 92.5 ZAR for children if not included in the room rate. You may save on breakfast costs with Agoda by booking a room with breakfast, which is often included for less than buying it at the hotel.

      What are my dining options at Royal Hotel Durban?

      Royal Hotel Durban features 2 on-site restaurants for your dining convenience. Light meal like coffee or tea is served using only quality ingredients.

      Can special events be hosted at Royal Hotel Durban?

      Your special occasion or event can be hosted at one of the 5 versatile venues. You may choose an indoor venue for your special gathering. Large events and gatherings such as weddings and private events can be hosted at Royal Hotel Durban. Small or intimate events like birthday parties and graduation parties can also be accomodated. Services for wireless internet and audio-visual equipment are offered to help your event go smoothly.

      Can business events be hosted at Royal Hotel Durban?

      On-site venues and convenient event services make Royal Hotel Durban an ideal choice for hosting corporate events. The 5 venues can accommodate you and your guests. Free Wi-Fi is available to help your business event or meeting a successful one.

      What is the smoking policy at Royal Hotel Durban?

      Royal Hotel Durban does not permit smoking in any of its rooms, but allows smoking in designated areas.

      What restaurants are nearby Royal Hotel Durban?

      Restaurants including Roma Revolving Restaurant, The Oriental restaurant and Thunder Peak Spur are popular in Royal Hotel Durban’s neighborhood which is known as Durban City Center.

      What popular shopping places are close to Royal Hotel Durban?

      Located in the Durban City Center area, Royal Hotel Durban is close to great shopping choices like Victoria St Market, Springbuck Art & Jewellers and Joe's Corner Shop.

      What are popular attractions near Royal Hotel Durban?

      Guests at Royal Hotel Durban can easily visit Durban Natural Science Museum, Port Natal Maritime Museum and Kwa Muhle Museum located in the Durban City Center area.

      What popular natural sightseeing spots are close to Royal Hotel Durban?

      Royal Hotel Durban is located in the Durban City Center area, which is famous for natural sightseeing destinations such as South African Parks Reservations, Albert Park and Natal Bay.

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      What people love about Royal Hotel Durban

      • 8.4

        Excellent
        Staff 

        "Very clean and helpful staff"

        Ntando

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        December 31, 2022

      • 9.2

        Exceptional
        Breakfast

        "Spacious rooms, good hygiene and breakfast with varieties"

        Gugu

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        November 2, 2022

      • 8.8

        Excellent
        Location

        "Very convenient location at the city centre and 20 minutes walk to the beach front."

        Mutakela

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        October 10, 2019

      Property ranking|Compared to 1,378 Durban properties
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      Cheapest price score
      Room comfort score
      7.7/10
      Room size
      35 sqm.
      Value for money score
      7.7/10
      Better than
      99
      %
      of Durban properties
      Better than
      97
      %
      of Durban properties
      Bigger than
      95
      %
      of Durban properties
      Better than
      94
      %
      of Durban properties
      Overall rating:

      7.6

      Very good
      983 reviews
      Cleanliness
      7.9
      Facilities
      7.2
      Location
      7.7
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      What travelers say they love:
      This was a very last minute booking & it was a good stay.
      Bonisile from South Africa
      Couple
      More about Royal Hotel Durban

      More about Royal Hotel Durban

      Royal Hotel Durban

      Get the most from an urban escape in Durban when you book a room at Royal Hotel Durban. Located right in the city center, Royal Hotel Durban saves you time and travel by letting you wake up right in the heart of the best neighborhood.
      Every effort is made to make guests feel comfortable by providing the best in services and amenities. Keep up with all your communications easily with the hotel's free Wi-Fi. Getting from and back to the airport can be easily arranged with the hotel's airport transfer services. Taxi services provided by Royal Hotel Durban makes it easy to plan your day trips, sightseeing, and more around Durban.
      Guests can enjoy convenient available parking right at the hotel. Front desk services including concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes can assist with your needs. Packing light is possible at Royal Hotel Durban thanks to the hotel's dry cleaning service and laundry service keeping your clothes clean. Feeling lazy? In-room conveniences like room service and daily housekeeping let you get the most out of your room time.
      For the comfort and health of all guests, smoking is not permitted anywhere within the hotel. Smoking is allowed only in the designated smoking areas provided by hotel.
      Designed for comfort, all guestrooms offer a range of amenities to ensure a restful night. For your comfort, some rooms at the hotel are equipped with linen service and air conditioning. In-room entertainment amenities including the television is provided in some rooms. In some select rooms, you can find bottled water, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar at your disposal.
      It's good to know that a hair dryer, toiletries and towels are provided in some guest bathrooms.


      Dining and things to do

      Enjoy the morning bliss with a sip of good coffee at the cafe located in the hotel. A variety of convenient and tasty dining options are waiting for you at the hotel, for whenever you get hungry.
      Hotel's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. End your days in total relaxation with a visit to the massage and spa. Spend some time relaxing at the hotel's pool.


      Around the property

      Experience all the sights and local attractions of Durban with Royal Hotel Durban as your base. Get fanatical about the local sports team at Moses Mabhida Stadium located 3.7 km away, where you can also find team merchandise and memorabilia. Enjoy the simple pleasures of an oceanside getaway, with Golden Mile located 1.6 km away, where you can turn a good day into a great one with a sea view.


      Reasons to stay here

      Find some of the city's best deals here with rooms 99% cheaper than other options.
      Find some excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining better than 97% of the city's other accommodations.
      Guests who stayed here really appreciated the room comfort, scoring it higher than 97% of accommodations in the city.

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      Amenities and facilities

      Very good
      Facilities

      7.2

      Most talked about facilities

      Breakfast

      37 mentions

      Housekeeping

      27 mentions

      Food & Dining

      12 mentions

      View

      11 mentions

      Languages spoken
      • English
      Accessibility
      • Wheelchair accessible
      Internet access
      • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
      • Internet
      • Wi-Fi in public areas
      Things to do, ways to relax
      • Massage
      • Spa
      • Spa/sauna
      • Swimming pool [outdoor]
      Cleanliness and safety
      • Anti-viral cleaning products
      • Body thermometer
      • Breakfast in room
      • Cashless payment service
      • Daily disinfection in all rooms
      • Daily disinfection in common areas
      • Face coverings on staff
      • First aid kit
      • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
      • Hand sanitizer
      • Hot water linen and laundry washing
      • Individually-wrapped food options
      • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
      • Protective screens in common areas
      • Rooms sanitized between stays
      • Safe dining setup
      • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
      • Shared stationery removed
      • Staff trained in safety protocol
      • Temperature check for guests and staff
      Dining, drinking, and snacking
      • Coffee shop
      • Restaurants
      • Room service
      Services and conveniences
      • Concierge
      • Daily housekeeping
      • Dry cleaning
      • Elevator
      • Facilities for disabled guests
      • Ironing service
      • Laundry service
      • Luggage storage
      • Meeting/banquet facilities
      • Safety deposit boxes
      • Smoke-free property
      • Smoking area
      • Xerox/fax in business center
      For the kids
      • Family room
      Land sports
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Access
      • Check-in/out [express]
      • Check-in/out [private]
      • Fire extinguisher
      • Front desk [24-hour]
      • Pets allowed
      • Security [24-hour]
      Getting around
      • Airport transfer
      • Car park [charges apply]
      • Taxi service
      Available in all rooms
      • Bathtub
      • Carpeting
      • Closet
      • Free bottled water
      • Hair dryer
      • In-room safe box
      • Internet access – wireless
      • Laptop safe box
      • Linens
      • Mirror
      • Non-smoking
      • Shower
      • Telephone
      • Towels
      • TV [flat screen]
      • Wi-Fi [free]

      Food and dining

      Breakfast options
      • Full English/Irish

      Location

      267 Anton Lembede Street, Durban City Center, Durban, South Africa, 4000
      Very good
      Location

      7.7

      Airports
      • King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
        29.2 km
      • Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB)
        65.4 km
      Public transportation
      • Berea Road
        1.3 km
      • Durban Railway Station
        1.7 km
      Hospital or clinic
      • Sparspot Pharmacy
        370 m
      Shopping
      • Victoria St Market
        1.1 km
      Convenience store
      • BP Express
        400 m
      Cash withdrawal
      • ATM
        40 m

      What's nearby

      Popular landmarks
      • uShaka Wet 'n Wild
        2.1 km
      • uShaka Marine World
        2.2 km
      • Suncoast Casino
        2.9 km
      • Durban Botanic Gardens
        3.0 km
      • Big Rush Urban Adrenaline
        3.4 km
      • Moses Mabhida Stadium
        3.8 km
      • Mitchell Park Zoo
        4.3 km
      • Umgeni River Bird Park
        5.6 km
      • The Valley of a 1000 Hills
        26.7 km
      Nearby landmarks
      • Playhouse
        100 m
      • Art Gallery
        140 m
      • City Hall
        140 m
      • Municipal Library
        140 m
      • Dick King Statue
        190 m
      • Durban Natural Science Museum
        190 m
      • Consulate of German
        220 m
      • Main Post Office
        250 m
      • Consulate of Portugal
        270 m
      • Consulate of Italy
        280 m
      Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

      Property policies

      Children and extra beds

      Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

      All children are welcome.

      Infant 0-5 year(s)
      Stay for free if using existing bedding.
      Baby cot/crib available upon request
      Children 6-11 year(s)
      Stay for free if using existing bedding.
      If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
      Guests 12 years and older are considered as adults
      Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
      Others
      • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

      Some helpful facts

      Check-in/Check-out
      • Check-in from14:00
      • Check-out until11:00
      Getting around
      • Airport transfer fee460 ZAR
      • Distance from city center1.00 Km
      • Travel time to airport (minutes)35
      Extras
      • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)185 ZAR
      The property
      • Non-smoking rooms/floorsno
      • Number of bars/lounges1
      • Number of floors16
      • Number of restaurants2
      • Number of rooms 204
      • Room voltage220
      Parking
      • Daily parking fee100 ZAR

      Reviews of Royal Hotel Durban from real guests

      Provided by verified guests of Agoda
      7.6
      /
      10
      Cleanliness7.9
      Facilities7.2
      Location7.7
      Room comfort and quality7.7
      Service7.8
      Value for money7.7
      High score for Durban
      Rating
      9+ Exceptional (155)
      8-9 Excellent (84)
      7-8 Very Good (107)
      6-7 Good (47)
      <6 Below Expectation (142)
      Time of the year
      Mar - May (119)
      Jun - Aug (89)
      Sep - Nov (146)
      Dec - Feb (181)

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Marion from United States
      Solo traveler
      Deluxe Double or Twin Room
      Stayed 1 night in February 2019

      Midtown convenience”

      Glad to have found this small comfortable and clean hotel....walking distance from all amentities and not far from the city museums, including District 6, buses and train station. Staff was more than helpful and the breakfast spread is enough to spoil anyone. Quiet comfortable rooms, good wifi, minutes' walk from BoKapp...what's not to like???

      Reviewed February 19, 2019

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Phumzah from South Africa
      Business traveler
      Deluxe Double or Twin Room
      Stayed 1 night in February 2022

      Exceptional”

      The service was amazing from staff to the cleaners..room was clean and bed was comfy.. It's located right in Central that makes it easier to get by.. A perfect place to relax Would definately recommend it

      Reviewed February 13, 2022

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Ismail from South Africa
      Couple
      Deluxe Double or Twin Room
      Stayed 6 nights in August 2019

      Great and Enjoyable Stay.”

      Very Impressed with the overall service. Rooms are spacious and clean. Buffet breakfast was very good. Staff are very friendly and willing to help.

      Reviewed August 11, 2019

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Mdu from South Africa
      Solo traveler
      Deluxe Double or Twin Room
      Stayed 1 night in April 2022

      Exceptional”

      The hotel is clean The rooms are clean value for money Prices are reasonable equivalent to the standard. Food is perfect Nice views Stuff is very efficient when u need something

      Reviewed April 19, 2022

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Ntombi from South Africa
      Family with young children
      Family Room 4 people
      Stayed 2 nights in November 2021

      loved every-moment”

      if you are a lover of fine class this Hotel will meet your needs from the look feel, food and STAFF... loved every moment and their breakfast is to die for !

      Reviewed November 29, 2021

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Tembakazi from South Africa
      Group
      Deluxe Double or Twin Room
      Stayed 2 nights in November 2019

      It was so great had a good time ”

      Very neat, friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast delicious. Bedso comfortable

      Reviewed December 03, 2019

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Yonna from South Africa
      Couple
      Deluxe Double or Twin Room
      Stayed 1 night in July 2019

      Nothing Beats the Royal !”

      Very Clean , great food, great staff great view , perfect.. after all these years..Royal you still so perfect!

      Reviewed August 02, 2019

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Karin from South Africa
      Group
      Family Room 4 people
      Stayed 2 nights in March 2022

      Really Amazing”

      Friendliest staff and service. Beautiful, clean, and comfortable interior. All was perfect. Will definitely recommend

      Reviewed March 15, 2022

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Lebogang from South Africa
      Family with young children
      High Floor Deluxe Double Room
      Stayed 2 nights in January 2020

      happy client”

      The staff are very friendly and we arrived early before check in time however they let us in the hotel. The buffet was amazing. I will defiantly visit the hotel again

      Reviewed January 27, 2020

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      9.6
      Exceptional
      mpilo from South Africa
      Business traveler
      Deluxe Double or Twin Room
      Stayed 2 nights in September 2019

      The hotel has improved a lot.”

      The hotel has jerked up their wifi offering, as well the hotel has improved all in the front desk with Front desk staff like Eric, and others. The check in process is very quick and hassle free. The tidiness of the rooms and common areas is still the best. This hotel is now becoming the Royal Hotel of yester years. Well Done!!!

      Reviewed September 28, 2019

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      9.6
      Exceptional
      Gloria from South Africa
      Couple
      High Floor Deluxe Double Room
      Stayed 1 night in December 2021

      I enjoyed my stay”

      I got the best stay ever. I really enjoyed my stay there and the staff was so friendly. The hotel is so nice and clean and I would like to stay there again everytime I visit Durban.

      Reviewed December 29, 2021

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Mthokozisi from South Africa
      Couple
      Deluxe Double or Twin Room
      Stayed 1 night in December 2021

      Hospitality”

      It’s like a small treasure in the middle of a city. Very exclusive and manicured to suit a lifestyle of class and exclusivity. Loved it.

      Reviewed January 01, 2022

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Mbulelo from South Africa
      Couple
      Executive Suite
      Stayed 2 nights in February 2019

      Exceptional”

      I booked for the executive suite but somehow it seemed I ended up with a deluxe room after having paid.

      Reviewed February 04, 2019

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      9.6
      Exceptional
      Manqoba from South Africa
      Couple
      Deluxe Double or Twin Room
      Stayed 1 night in October 2019

      Excellent hotel loved everything about it especially their breakfast, felt like I was at a conferenc”

      Breakfast best, beds best, room enough space. WiFi good, room service excellent. Problem was the aircon. Harbor view on the 10th floor is amazing.

      Reviewed November 01, 2019

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Lea from South Africa
      Couple
      Deluxe Double or Twin Room
      Stayed 1 night in September 2020

      Check in”

      Arrived slightly early and were allowed to check in- not typical from other hotels. That alone is excellent

      Reviewed October 07, 2020

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Thembelihle from South Africa
      Couple
      High Floor Deluxe Double Room
      Stayed 1 night in February 2020

      I enjoyed my stay”

      The only problem was the bed, whenever you turn it makes a noise. Luckily I was alone

      Reviewed February 16, 2020

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Jessie from Germany
      Solo traveler
      Deluxe Double or Twin Room
      Stayed 2 nights in April 2019

      not far from home affairs”

      great location, friendly and helpful staff - Will definitively back soon!!

      Reviewed August 24, 2019

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      9.6
      Exceptional
      Sanelisiwe from South Africa
      Couple
      Deluxe Double or Twin Room
      Stayed 1 night in September 2020

      Royal Hotel ”

      We had an amazing time, the staff were so friendly. I’m impressed with how they accommodate people with disabilities since I have a disability. I can really recommend it to anyone looking to book there

      Reviewed October 01, 2020

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      9.2
      Exceptional
      Phumzah from South Africa
      Couple
      Deluxe Double or Twin Room
      Stayed 2 nights in February 2022

      Exceptional”

      I had a bad experience with cleaners twice... I had a cleaner who came into the room while we were inside... I told her I don't need my room made up. I just need clean towels, to my surprise she just let her self in again while I was in bed with my husband 🙄... Again I had the same experience on Monday at around 8:40 the cleaner let her self in my room while I was still sleeping.. It has been the most embarrassing situation..

      Reviewed February 21, 2022

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Yassen from South Africa
      Couple
      High Floor Deluxe Double Room
      Stayed 2 nights in October 2021

      Weekend away ”

      It's a nice quiet hotel enjoyed the stay, had a nice view

      Reviewed November 02, 2021

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