Title: The Balmoral Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Balmoral Hotel Beach hotel with free valet parking and 24-hour business centre ![Children’s play area – outdoor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54500/54414/7c9bcc23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54500/54414/875413cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54500/54414/f2d32b1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54500/54414/8e572265.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Daily buffet breakfast (ZAR 185 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54500/54414/ef4954b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Balmoral Hotel offers a stylish Durban experience with an on-site restaurant serving Halal dishes and a terrace with spectacular views. Guests appreciate the attentive service at this upscale family-friendly property, where free WiFi keeps everyone connected. 7.8 Good ## Popular amenities - - 24/7 front desk - Room service - Laundry - Housekeeping - Parking included £40 includes taxes & fees 21 Nov - 22 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 12 - Nov 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=54414&PinnedHotelID=54414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=54414&PinnedHotelID=54414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 13 - Nov 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=54414&PinnedHotelID=54414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=54414&PinnedHotelID=54414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=54414&PinnedHotelID=54414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=54414&PinnedHotelID=54414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=54414&PinnedHotelID=54414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=54414&PinnedHotelID=54414&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54500/54414/67f41c6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Fireplace Air conditioning Fridge Plasma TV Blackout curtains Designer toiletries Private bathroom - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54500/54414/6268506e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Sea Facing 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Fireplace Air conditioning Fridge Plasma TV Blackout curtains Designer toiletries Private bathroom - 194 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54500/54414/3d2caf4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Sea Facing ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Fireplace Air conditioning Fridge Plasma TV Blackout curtains Designer toiletries - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Studio Non Sea-Facing | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54500/54414/a7404a60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio Non Sea-Facing ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Fireplace Air conditioning Fridge Plasma TV Blackout curtains Designer toiletries - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54500/54414/8e572265.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Fireplace Air conditioning Fridge Plasma TV Blackout curtains Designer toiletries - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Executive King Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea Facing | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54500/54414/a72959f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive King Room, 1 Bedroom, Sea Facing ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Fireplace Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Fridge Plasma TV Blackout curtains - 484 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 1 - 1 King Bed ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54500/54414/3d2caf4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Twin Room, Sea Facing 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Fireplace Air conditioning Fridge Plasma TV Blackout curtains Designer toiletries - 484 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Free self-parking and valet parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and supervised childcare (surcharge) - Luggage storage, 1 meeting room and a porter/bellboy Room features All 95 rooms boast comforts, such as 24-hour room service and fireplaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. 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Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - 24-hour business centre - Conference space - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Direct access to the beach - In a provincial park - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible airport shuttle - Lift - Thin carpet in room - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - Banquet hall - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 42-inch plasma TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Minibar - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Fireplace - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - Safe - Shared accommodation - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 16 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 185 per person - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 470.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6) - Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 50 (one-way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### National rating Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation. ### Property is also known as Balmoral Durban Balmoral Hotel Durban Balmoral Hotel The Balmoral Hotel Hotel The Balmoral Hotel Durban The Balmoral Hotel Hotel Durban ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Balmoral Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Balmoral Hotel? > As of 12 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Balmoral Hotel on 21 Nov 2025 start from £39.86, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Durban-Hotels-The-Balmoral-Hotel.h54414.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Balmoral Hotel? > Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at The Balmoral Hotel? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at The Balmoral Hotel? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Does The Balmoral Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 470.00 per vehicle applies. ### Where is The Balmoral Hotel located? > Offering direct access to the beach, this Durban Beachfront hotel is in the city centre, steps away from Golden Mile and Durban Funworld. Durban International Convention Centre and uShaka Marine World are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Balmoral Hotel Reviews 7.8 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.2 Cleanliness ### 7.6 Location ### 8.2 Staff & service ### 7.8 Eco-friendliness ### 7.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 73 8 - Good 73 6 - Okay 31 4 - Poor 14 2 - Terrible 12 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 9 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Had a great time and they treated us Comrades runners well. ##### David Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William 17 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel staff is beyond the friendliest and most helpful staff I have ever encountered while traveling extensively. From the hotel manager, reception desk, the restaurant, and the housekeeping staff, everyone was incredible. We had a room facing the water, so it was incredible to look out the windows and clearly see the water and beach. The room was not noisy at all. Breakfast had lots of options and we ate dinner in the hotel almost every night. We already booked this hotel for next year for 10 days. ##### William Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Robert 7 Sept 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Arrived after a 29 hour flight from USA In checking in they did not find my booking which i had done online and later told that their system had nit updated,this booking was done a month prior and should have updated.Got my room after this delay and Pushed a heavy trolley to 3 rd floor where I discovered the room was not made and the former occupants still had things there and they were late to check out.How could the room be declared clean in the system Took more than 20 minutes to be moved to another room Found the room already open and the manager forgot to give me room keys Went down again to collect keys Came back twice and keys were not working At night there was extremely loud music and partying till 4 am right across the hotel Never had a minute of sleep Why can't the hotel work with local authorities to limit the time that people can play music at the beach This was my worst experience at a hotel and was planning to bro g a group of friends from USA and I will not subject them to this standard ##### Robert Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Melissa 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Balmoral Hotel is a bit dated but clean. In my room the AC didn't initially work but two quick visits from staff and that was remedied. The bathroom is VERY TINY and the shower/tub requires a big step up to get in and out. The Balmoral is right on the beach and has lots of restaurants nearby which is convenient. There are vendors who set up at the beach too. Note the sockets are different than in other parts of South Africa. I didn't have the correct adapter here when I did in Cape Town and Sodwana Bay. ##### Melissa Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Amanda 15 Jul 2025 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Disliked: Amenities Brilliantly attentive staff, excellent breakfast and great location right on the sea shore. ##### Amanda Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luís Fernando 10 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Foi tudo perfeito, equipe cordial ##### Luís Fernando Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ricardo 4 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It is a very old hotel but still has its charm. Location in front of the beach is a big plus, The security at the hotel is good, the food is good. Overall, this old lady is still kicking. ##### Ricardo Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Javid Jameel 1 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Overall, this is a good property in a sketchy area. The staff is friendly. ##### Javid Jameel Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lihor 11 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very Close to the Comrades Marathon Start, ICC, Kingmead, and in front of beach. ##### Lihor Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Rabia 25 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very old hotel, charming and quaint, its beachfront but unsafe to walķ to beach, bothered by homeless beggars and illegal sellers..parking was safe and secure at the rear. Staff was friendly, helpful and very pleasant. As my wife is disabled the first disabled room was unsuitable due to the shower . We were moved to a better equipped bathroom which improved our stay. ##### Rabia Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas 26 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beach Proximity Amazing staff and service at the hotel The added view and proximity to the Beach was just an icing ##### Nicholas Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Msawenkosi 7 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort My stay was excellent and Covid protocol was followed/implemented.The hotel is and clean and the rooms are very clean and fresh. ##### Msawenkosi Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Norberto 6 Aug 2021 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Skip this place A bad experience and certainly not a 4 star rating worthy, poorly maintained . Dirty carpet and lifting floor boards . ##### Norberto Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 11 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities nice stay for older building ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 5 Jun 2021 Liked: Staff & service #### Family of 3 vacation The Balmoral gives value for money but the infrastructure is quite old. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 27 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The personnel went out of their way to make it a good experience. The politeness of the staff was evident right from the security guard outside to the cleaners. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bongiwe 12 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Amazing ##### Bongiwe Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### gregg 3 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Value for Money Good location right opposite the beach..secure parking behind hotel..excellent room..good management team..value for money ##### gregg Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 24 Nov 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Old style colonial hotel like going back in time! Very helpful staff. Lovely setting right on the beach in Durban. Some of the fixtures and fittings could do with refreshing or updating - for instance stair carpets very worn. Overall a very good experience though. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Russell, London 21 Nov 2019 Totally appalled to arrive home to the UK to be informed that my credit card had been subject to credit card fraud of a few hundred GB pounds and I know that it had to be by a member of staff at this hotel. So watch out there are criminals at this hotel. ##### Russell Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stuart, UK 19 Nov 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hotel, nice room and friendly staff plus in the best location in Durban. ##### Stuart Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Faaiz 15 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Noise is a problem Other guests are noisy and security is slack in controlling the noise. Street noise (prostitutes) are plentiful - keep windows closed ##### Faaiz Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 19 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Historical Colonial hotel. Well maintained and clean. Attentive staff. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### paul 5 Jun 2019 The hotel is a bit old, but it was fine overall and had a touch of class given its age, which i liked. Room was a little small but not too small and was fairly clean. Street was a little noisy and the guys on the street yelling and talking in front of the hotel. For the price, its reasonable, but not great. I asked for a late check out - leaving on a Monday - I came to check out 30 minutes after the time and the guy at the front wanted to charge me. With all the hotels and traveling I have done, that was the first time I have had someone say that to me, especially after I informed them of a late check out. I refused but it left a sour taste in my mouth, so to speak. ##### paul Stayed 3 nights in May 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Karin 5 May 2019 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Slitet hotell Ett gammalt hotell som behöver en uppfräschning. Jag fick byta rum då mitt första luktade unket. Det är ganska ljudligt från gatan men bor man på andra eller tredje våningen är det ok. 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