Royal Hotel

Durban, with the Zulu name eThekwini, forms part of the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality and is the largest city in KwaZulu-Natal.

Durban is a sophisticated cosmopolitan city of over three million people - a city where east meets west - a city beneath which beats the pulse of Africa - city known as the home of Africa's best managed, busiest port.

Durban is an exciting city in which to play, shop, experience the nightlife and to relax. It's a city in which business and debate issues, which have far-reaching effects, not only on Africa but way beyond its borders, are discussed.

Leisure facilities abound in Durban. Visit uShaka Marine World, Wilson's Wharf on the Victoria Embankment and the nearby BAT centre. Shop till you drop in modern shopping malls. Grey Street and the Warwick Triangle boast vibrant local shops and markets. Beachfront stalls sell traditional arts and crafts. Enjoy the excellent entertainment on offer at the city's theatres and clubs or take a township tour.

Durban is regarded as the busiest port in Africa and is also a major centre of tourism, due to Durban's warm subtropical climate and beaches. In Durban, The Golden Mile, just 5 minutes away from the Royal Hotel provides ample tourist attractions, particularly for people touring and on holiday.

Things to do in Durban

• uShaka Marine World - boasts the largest Aquarium in the Southern Hemisphere
• Pavilion Shopping Centre - Voted the Best Shopping Mall in the Your Choice Awards 2010
• Gateway Theatre of Shopping - Pride themselves on introducing many firsts to the Retail Industry in South Africa
• Natal Playhouse – managed by The Playhouse Company. Now that’s Entertainment!
• Natal Museum – The Only Organisation of its kind in the World
• Natal Sharks Board
• Deep Sea Diving
• Harbour cruise
• Victoria Street Market – Enter an Oriental Haven
• Phezulu Safari Park – Africa right on your doorstep!