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Riviera Hotel Durban, Durban

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About the Hotel

"127 Margaret Mncadi Ave Esplanade, Durban, South Africa, 4001
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Family Room
Max:
2 persons
15 m² 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Shower
Balcony
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Budget Double Room
Max:
2 persons
8 m² 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
Shower
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Deluxe Double Room
Max:
2 persons
Bed options:
1 Double bed
Air conditioning
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Durban800 m
Airports
King Shaka International (DUR) 35.8 km
Pietermaritzburg (PZB) 75.9 km
Train
Durban Railway Station 1.9 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Paid Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Safe deposit box

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Room features

  • Sitting area

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

"127 Margaret Mncadi Ave Esplanade, Durban, South Africa, 4001
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"127 Margaret Mncadi Ave Esplanade, Durban, South Africa, 4001
Nearby
Corner Cathedral Lane and Queen Street
Emmanual Cathedral
310 m
Mosque
West Street Mosque
310 m
31 Diakonia Ave
Old House Museum
310 m
Restaurants
Vida e Caffe
1.1 km
92 Bertha Mkhize Street Ground Floor
Patels Vegetarian Refreshment Room
1.1 km
202 Dr Yusuf Dadoo Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
62%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Welcoming Service
Convenient Location
Limited Dining Options
Mosquitoes in Rooms
6.2/10
Nice
Rooms
6.8
Location
7.0
Service
7.0
Dining
5.7
Guest reviews
6.2/10
based on 10 reviews
3.5/5 based on 40 reviews
5.6
5.6/10 based on 1524 reviews
#33 of 76 hotels in Durban based on Tripadvisor
Edward
United States, May  2024
7.6/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and the breakfast was awesome, but there were issues with mosquitoes. The service was welcoming and trustworthy, from reception to the cleaners. The location is near the beautiful Durban Harbour and close to amenities, offering convenience. The dining experience had limited options for non-meat eaters. Overall, a comfortable stay with excellent service.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean. The breakfast provided tea, coffee, and milk, though not always refilled on time. There were mosquitoes present.
Service
9.0
The service was welcoming and trustworthy, with friendly and courteous staff.
Location
8.0
The location is near the beautiful Durban Harbour and offers proximity to amenities, though it could use more lighting and character.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were a bit disappointing, especially for non-meat eaters.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were adequate for a comfortable stay.
Welcoming Service
Limited Dining Options
Stephen
United States, April  2024
5.0/10

The hotel room we stayed in was facing the harbour, and it was quite a surprise to find it in bad condition. The service, especially during the day, was the main problem, as it lacked welcoming vibes. The location, although close to the harbor, felt a bit dangerous, but the staff deserves a thank you for their dedication. The dining options were limited and repetitive, not changing much daily.

Rooms
5.0
The room facing the harbour was in bad condition, which was surprising.
Service
5.0
The service was not welcoming at all, with a lack of friendliness during the day.
Location
5.0
The location, although close to the harbor, felt a bit dangerous.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience offered limited options, with the menu staying the same daily.
Facilities
6.0
The property had common areas close to the harbor.
Jennifer
United States, March  2024
6.8/10

The hotel had some shortcomings like no fridge causing our food to get spoiled and occasional plug issues in the room, but it was clean and the breakfast was fantastic. On the bright side, our room had a fridge and a microwave, which was convenient, and there was a nice touch with tea offered for visitors in the room.

Rooms
7.0
The room was clean and had essential amenities like a fridge and microwave, but had some maintenance issues with plugs sometimes not working. The absence of a phone for reception calls was a downside.
Service
8.0
The staff was friendly and ensured our rooms were well cleaned and maintained while we were out, which was very reassuring.
Location
7.0
The location was convenient, close to amenities like the harbor and banks, and in Durban Central. It was a bit of a letdown due to the distance from the beach, but it suited my visit for a cruise being close to the harbor.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were decent, but lacking variety, especially for non-meat eaters. The freshly prepared food was enjoyable but could use more options.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were adequate, but there is room for improvement to upgrade and make them more appealing to attract more visitors.
clean
maintenance issues
Charles
United States, February  2024
7.0/10

The hotel offers a mix of convenience and beautiful surroundings. The rooms are impeccably clean with fresh towels daily, but they are on the smaller side. The service has some issues regarding demands for tips and parking concerns. The location is a major plus, being close to essential amenities and the harbor. The dining experience falls short on variety and expectations. Overall, a decent stay with some room for improvement.

Rooms
8.0
My room was spotless with fresh towels and bathing essentials daily, though on the small side.
Service
5.0
I had some issues with the service, particularly regarding tipping demands and parking matters.
Location
9.0
The hotel is ideally situated close to taxis, essential services, and the harbor for sea cruising.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were limited and didn't quite meet my expectations.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers a decent range of facilities to enhance the stay.
Joey
United States, February  2024
6.4/10

The hotel room was very nice and clean, but the noise from the road and loud guests made it a sleepless night. The room was cozy and had some good views, but the noise was a downside.

Rooms
7.0
The room I booked was clean and cozy with some good views.
Service
6.0
The staff welcomed us with a big smile and were very trustworthy in maintaining our rooms. However, there was a long wait for food, and there was pressure to tip excessively.
Location
7.0
The hotel is a bit scary at night, but it's close to taxis and not far from the city center. It's also near the harbor and conveniently located for reaching various attractions.
Dining
6.0
The dining choices were good but could have been better. The food quality was not consistent, with the homegrown organic fruits being a pleasant exception.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were not outstanding but met basic needs. The hotel was convenient for our stay.
clean
noisy guests
S.
United States, January  2024
8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were really comfortable with a great view of the harbor, everything was perfect, and it completely exceeded my expectations. The place was very clean and hygienic, which was impressive. The service was friendly, efficient, and professional, and the staff were very helpful. The location was perfect, especially being close to the city center and having a beautiful view. The dining experience was good, and the facilities were top-notch.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and offered a great view of the harbor.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent. The staff were friendly, efficient, and professional, always ready to help.
Location
10.0
The location was perfect, close to the city center with a beautiful view of the harbor.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was okay, nothing exceptional but satisfactory.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were great, offering everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Larry
United States, October  2023
6.2/10

The hotel has a convenient location near the river and the harbor for sea cruising. The rooms, though not entirely clean, are in good condition overall. The service was helpful, with a few incidents regarding tipping. The dining experience was below expectations, lacking variety. The hotel facilities are adequate, offering decent value for money.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms are good, albeit not entirely clean.
Service
7.0
The service was appreciatively understanding, with a minor issue about tipping.
Location
6.0
The hotel is close to taxis and offers good prices, but has some noise and theft concerns.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were limited, missing certain popular dishes.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel offers basic facilities, meeting general expectations.
John
United States, October  2023
5.2/10

The hotel was a mixed experience. Although the rooms lacked essential amenities like a fridge and a working phone, the staff was positive. The dirty and smelly carpet was a downside, but the value for money was good.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms were lacking some key amenities like a fridge and a working phone. The plugs were unreliable at times, and the carpet had a bad smell, which was a letdown.
Service
7.0
The service was decent; the room was cleaned daily, and the reception staff were visible and helpful during our stay.
Location
6.0
The location was convenient despite being detached from the beach, and we could see the harbor. However, there was a rude security guard in the parking area, and occasional smoke from the bar area on the first floor was not pleasant.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience, particularly breakfast, was subpar. We had to settle for dry brown bread, which did not meet our standards.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were lacking, and the absence of basic amenities in the rooms was a significant downside. The hand-made pasta was a unique dining feature worth trying.
Comfortable dining area
Dirty carpet
Katherine
United States, June  2023
6.8/10

The hotel was clean and neat, with a place to hang clothes in the room, but the noise from the road and very noisy guests made for a sleepless night. The service was reliable and trustworthy, especially from the staff who worked on Saturday and Sunday morning shifts. The location was perfect and beautiful, though slightly dangerous. The dining options were limited for non-meat eaters, and the facilities were decent.

Rooms
7.0
The room was clean and neat, with a place to hang clothes.
Service
8.0
The staff made sure our rooms were properly cleaned and were trustworthy.
Location
6.0
The location was absolutely perfect and beautiful, though it seemed a bit dodgy.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were good, but limited for non-meat eaters.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were decent.
Jacob
United States, June  2023
6.8/10

The hotel had a great location close to the beautiful Durban Harbor, near shops and tourist attractions. The rooms were clean and comfortable, but the smell of smoke was off-putting, and the quality of some amenities like the toilet paper was subpar. The breakfast was awesome but lacked options for non-meat eaters.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, although they smelled of smoke and had subpar amenities like crumbly toilet paper.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly, with trustworthy staff ensuring the rooms were well-maintained. However, one staff member demanding a tip felt inappropriate.
Location
6.0
Situated near the Durban Harbor, shops, and tourist attractions, the location was convenient but needed better lighting and character.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, with freshly prepared food, but lacked variety and options for non-meat eaters.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities need improvement in maintaining a high level of hygiene, but overall, they were satisfactory.
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