Title: The Riverside 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 Riverside Hotel Family beach fun and outdoor pool ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/20db58c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/c7accfa3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/501818ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/1b858b45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/w2245h1582x0y0-a4b502ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Riverside Hotel, by the water, offers a peaceful environment with a garden and poolside restaurant. Guests can unwind at two bars or visit the hair salon. Practical amenities include in-room WiFi and dry cleaning services, which families appreciate. 7.8 Good ## Popular amenities - Gym - Bar - Breakfast available - 24/7 front desk - Pool - Room service £84 includes taxes & fees 14 Dec - 15 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 30 - Dec 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=915063&PinnedHotelID=915063&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=915063&PinnedHotelID=915063&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 1 - Dec 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=915063&PinnedHotelID=915063&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=915063&PinnedHotelID=915063&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=915063&PinnedHotelID=915063&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=915063&PinnedHotelID=915063&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=915063&PinnedHotelID=915063&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=915063&PinnedHotelID=915063&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 20 of 20 rooms ![Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/w2245h1583x0y0-0841a70b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Kitchenette Fridge LED TV Tempur-Pedic bed Premium bedding Designer toiletries - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/w2245h1582x0y0-a4b502ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Kitchenette Fridge LED TV Tempur-Pedic bed Premium bedding Designer toiletries - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds ![Standard Room, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/w2245h1583x0y0-8a1901a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Non Smoking 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Kitchenette Fridge LED TV Tempur-Pedic bed Premium bedding Designer toiletries - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/w2245h1582x0y0-2380d3c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, River View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Kitchenette Fridge LED TV Separate bedroom Premium bedding - 1 bedroom - River view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Family Triple Room | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/w2245h1583x0y0-fc060fa7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Triple Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Kitchenette Fridge LED TV Tempur-Pedic bed Premium bedding Designer toiletries - Sleeps 3 - 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed ![Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/w2243h1582x0y0-9682c74c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room Single Use, Non Smoking, River View ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Kitchenette Fridge LED TV Tempur-Pedic bed Premium bedding Designer toiletries - River view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/w2245h1582x0y0-a4b502ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, Non Smoking, River View ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Kitchenette Fridge LED TV Tempur-Pedic bed Premium bedding Designer toiletries - River view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds ![Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/w2243h1582x0y0-9682c74c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Non Smoking, River View ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Kitchenette Fridge LED TV Tempur-Pedic bed Premium bedding Designer toiletries - River view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/w2245h1583x0y0-81dc49f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Kitchenette Fridge LED TV Separate bedroom Premium bedding Tempur-Pedic bed - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking, Garden View | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/4eb535f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking, Garden View ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Kitchenette Fridge LED TV Tempur-Pedic bed Premium bedding Designer toiletries - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, River View | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/0a76a7ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, River View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Kitchenette Fridge LED TV 2 bedrooms Premium bedding - 2 bedrooms - River view - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds ### Suite - Sleeps 2 ### Standard Room - Sleeps 2 ![Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/dcd63744.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Two-Bedroom Suite - Sleeps 4 ![Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/5b17786a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room - Sleeps 4 ### Deluxe Double Room With River View-Non-Smoking - Sleeps 2 ### Standard Room, Non Smoking, River View - Sleeps 2 ### Deluxe Double Room With Garden View-Non-Smoking - Sleeps 2 ![Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915063/849b9bf0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room - Sleeps 3 ### Deluxe Room - Sleeps 2 ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDurban-North-Hotels-The-Riverside-Hotel.h915063.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDurban-North-Hotels-The-Riverside-Hotel.h915063.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-29.80644%2C31.03187&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=IxK0zjXbqZjbP11vtzuHXCn2gvQ=) 10 Kenneth Kaunda Drive, Durban North, KwaZulu-Natal, 4065 #### What's nearby - Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Japanese Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles - Umgeni River Bird Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles - Durban Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles - Golden Mile - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles #### Getting around - Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 21 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Café Sport - ‬3 min drive - ‪Steers - ‬3 min drive - ‪Capsicum @ Britannia - ‬3 min drive - ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬15 min walk - ‪Riverside Hotel & Spa - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### The Riverside Hotel Upscale family-friendly hotel near Umhlanga Rocks Beach Consider a stay at The Riverside Hotel and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a hair salon. The on-site restaurant, Riverside Cafe, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and a poolside location. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars. Other perks at this hotel include: - An outdoor pool, along with pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and babysitting (surcharge) - Barbecues, tour/ticket information and a porter/bellboy Room features All 169 rooms boast comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Other amenities include: - Designer toiletries, baths or showers and hairdryers - 32-inch LED TVs with satellite channels - Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves ## Similar properties ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3630000/3625800/3625761/7c35ab97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Belaire Suites Durban Beachfront - Pool - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.8 Excellent 917 reviews £71 includes taxes & fees 3 Dec - 4 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=3625761&PinnedHotelID=3625761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11200/11158/5a4856d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Blue Waters Hotel Durban Beachfront - Pool - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 989 reviews £90 includes taxes & fees 3 Dec - 4 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=11158&PinnedHotelID=11158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24720000/24718700/24718631/1bca15bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Summerhill Estate Pinetown - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 15 reviews £109 includes taxes & fees 1 Dec - 2 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=24718631&PinnedHotelID=24718631&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23020000/23013200/23013126/39b19e89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ONOMO Hotel Durban Durban - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.6 Excellent 118 reviews £49 includes taxes & fees 9 Dec - 10 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-09&endDate=2025-12-10&selected=23013126&PinnedHotelID=23013126&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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wired internet (surcharge) ### Parking and transport - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) on request - Area shuttle (surcharge) - Free secured self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 140 for adults and ZAR 100 for children - 2 bars/lounges - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Hops - Riverside Cafe - Riverside Poolside Bar ### Things to do - 24-hour gym - Outdoor pool - Outdoor pool (guest access) - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - In-room babysitting - In-room kitchenette - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance - Turndown service - Wedding services ### Business services - 24-hour business centre - Computer station - Conference centre - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - On a river - Outdoor furniture - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Wheelchairs on site ### More - 5 floors - Built in 1998 - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) - Reception hall ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding - Tempur-Pedic mattress ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV with cable/satellite channels - Pay films ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Kitchenette - Limited room service - Microwave - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Laptop workspace - Laptop-compatible safe - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM Contactless check-out ### 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 140 for adults and from ZAR 100 for children - Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: ZAR 55 (rates may vary) - Fee for wired Internet in public areas: ZAR 55 (rates may vary) 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards 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 Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision ### 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 Three Cities Riverside Three Cities Riverside Durban aha Riverside Hotel Durban Three Cities Riverside Hotel Durban Riverside Hotel Durban aha Riverside Hotel aha Riverside Durban aha Riverside aha Riverside Durban North The Riverside Hotel Hotel The Riverside Hotel Durban North The Riverside Hotel Hotel Durban North ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Riverside Hotel have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Riverside Hotel? > As of 30 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Riverside Hotel on 14 Dec 2025 start from £83.93, 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-North-Hotels-The-Riverside-Hotel.h915063.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is The Riverside Hotel pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at The Riverside Hotel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Riverside Hotel? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at The Riverside Hotel? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Does The Riverside Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. ### Where is The Riverside Hotel located? > This family-friendly Durban North hotel is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve, Japanese Gardens and Durban Beach. Golden Mile and Windsor Park Golf Course are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Riverside 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) 10 - Excellent 69 8 - Good 81 6 - Okay 43 4 - Poor 15 2 - Terrible 8 ### 8.2/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Staff & service ### 6.8/10 Amenities ### 7.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.8/10 Eco-friendliness ### 8/10 Good #### Carl 10 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 👍 ##### Carl Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### megan 16 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities All good ##### megan ### 2/10 Terrible #### Myles 29 Apr 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Worst They have a rat problem and way too noisy in the evening. They rates ate the power cable that caused all the plugs to be down in the room. The hotels drinks were worse than buying a drink in the UK. Do not recommended to my worst enemy. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/861EB085D07BABF238FDE1CC605B2B50EDF158011714381148133.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Myles Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael 5 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Water issues!!! Requested room with separate room, given room with shower in bath. Water covering floor due to leaking fridge, which had a foot pad missing. Water in bathroom was luke warm when on maximum heat. ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Zarina 26 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### Terrible service average hotel I booked a suite for 2 adults and 2 children. On the app the description of the suite was that it would have a king bed and a twin bed. However, all it had was a king bed. Even after getting the manager on the line he was unable to provide a solution to the problem except to say i had to pay an extra 500 rands for an extra bed. The mistake was clearly in the hotel's description of the suite, so quite annoying that costs were passed onto me and management unable to assist. ##### Zarina Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wesley 24 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent Was a good stay overall ##### Wesley Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### michael 2 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Hotel tried cancelling booking after payment. Firstly, after making the booking and paying in full, then receiving 4 messages from the hotel either confirming my reservation, with a res.number, or thanking me for making the booking with them and that they were looking forward to me staying at the hotel. Only for them to phone me 4 hours prior to check, whilst I was travelling to Durban, to tell me that they were fully booked and my booking had been cancelled. I refused to accept the accuse and would arriving and expecting the room as agreed. I got my room. This attitude, from the hotel, either due to bad planning or wanting to make extra revenue from the room stinks. Ruined our planned day. ##### michael Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### michael 20 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The accommodation was comfortable, central location, quiet with professional staff. Only issue was the shower being in the narrow bath, and then leaked water onto the floor. ##### michael Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 23 Mar 2021 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Ive stayed at this hotel several times and experienced no issues before. This stay however was unsatisfactory for the following reasons 1. Only 2 pool towels were available when I requested 4. The pool was not full so where was the balance of the pool towels.. I stayed here during peak in December 2020 and there was no shortage of pool towels 2. Extra bath towels were not available as they were all in the dryer. Really? 3. The carpet was not properly vacuumed.. Dirt from previous day was still at the same spot the ffg day. 4. Hand towels were not replenished with 2, only 1. 5. Bath towelling mat was never replenished for 2 of my 3 night stay. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ritesh 29 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### brilliant weekend of rest and relaxation Overall a very pleasing breakaway from stressful and busy days.. Lovely view of the Blue lagoon area, the City skyline. Beauty of nature can also be enjoyed, many birds nestle in the trees on site. Clean, comfortable and convenient room, facilities were adequate, could possibly offer more options on TV. ##### Ritesh Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 6 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Jan 2020 The place is beautiful but some of your staff member’s have terrible people’s skills and attitude. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Musawenkosi 13 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Initially confusion but it was resolved amicably I was initially made to wait and hour and a half when I was strangely told that my booking could not be found and that they did not have anymore rooms available. The irony is that the money had been taken from my account before my arrival but yet my booking was said to not have been done against it. After raising it sharply with their receptionist, they finally relented and found a room for us, which to my relief after the initial consternation. I was just disappointed that they did not put bottled water in our room even after alerting house keeping that they had forgotten to give us still water ##### Musawenkosi Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vincent 16 May 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very good place to stay Amazing place ##### Vincent Stayed 1 night in May 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Albert 2 Mar 2019 Liked: Room comfort #### Not four star Although the institution offers amenities usually offered by four star hotels I'm not convinced that Riverside is always deserving of four stars. Amenities were generally good however staff performance requires some corrective action. Staff appeared unprofessional at times specifically restaurant and front desk staff. Breakfasts on most mornings was late. Flies were noted on buffet food. Despite me highlighting it to staff nothing was done by staff about it at the time. Breakfast cutlery was dirty. Salt sellers were filthy. The cup on the breakfast table had dessert from the previous night still in it. Clearly not well washed nor checked by staff when setting the table. Management did take corrective but I should not be required to highlight unhygienic concerns to them especially not a four star hotel. One wonders what happens in the kitchen. I rate this hotel three stars at best. ##### Albert Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nnditsheni Charity 26 Feb 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place We had amazing time ##### Nnditsheni Charity Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Wally 11 Feb 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service I was disappointed with the small room allocated to us as on 2 other occasions we had large spacious rooms and a bath for my wife. A bit noisy this past weekend ##### Wally Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 20 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Had a beautiful stay. Lovely spot within close proximity to all amenities,yet hidden from the crowd.Clean rooms and comfortable beds . Would do it again ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Eugene 22 Dec 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place for a family visit to Durban Was a nice stay! ##### Eugene Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 13 Dec 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location, beach, restaurants, activities only a few minutes away by car. Breakfast has hot and cold options however it was basically the same items for the 5 days so we were tired of it by the 3rd day. Did the friday happy hour at the bar it is 50% off drinks excluding cocktails the live music a singer who was ok. Room although small has all you need and was clean. There is a popular spot next door I didn't go but the parking area was always full because of their patrons so thats night time entertainment at your door step. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Wayne 20 Oct 2018 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort Unfortunately there was a cockroach in room 302, and the water in the shower took long to drain. ##### Wayne Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 13 Oct 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort The only problem was at check in. Person behind the counter was not very friendly. Service was a bit on the slow side although they were very friendly and helpful. Overall had a good stay ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 26 Jul 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort We had a fantastic stay. Breakfast included was nice and the rooms were beautiful and comfortable ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karon, Australia 19 Jun 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The hotel is central to everything, best hotel in Durban ##### Karon Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 4 Jun 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice and affordable hotel close to everything Very nice experience, I've already recommended this hotel to my friends ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in May 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 28 May 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### aha The Riverside Hotel Excellent Hotel. 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