The Riverside Hotel

On the banks of the Umgeni River in Durban North. Minutes from Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve and a short drive to Durban Beach, Umhlanga Rocks and uShaka Marine World. A family-friendly beach hotel about 28.6 km from King Shaka International Airport.

Resort vibes in the city with views over a green belt from river to ocean. 169 air-conditioned rooms feature Tempur-Pedic beds, kitchenettes with fridge and microwave, 32-inch LED TVs, laptop-compatible safes and desks. Simple, modern rooms that make long stays easy and work-from-holiday setups smooth.

Soak in an outdoor pool and sip poolside at the cafe or bar. Full-service spa with massages, treatments, sauna, steam and a spa tub plus a health club/fitness center. Babysitting is available (surcharge), there’s an area shuttle (surcharge) and free self-parking — wake up to river and sea breezes.

Wired high-speed internet (surcharge), a 24-hour business center and event-ready conference center with meeting rooms. Complimentary lobby newspapers and an airport shuttle are available on request.

Riverside Cafe offers poolside dining with a view, plus Hop’s Pub and Grill and two bars/lounges for drinks. Buffet breakfasts run daily from 6:30–10:30 (fee) and limited room service is available — expect poolside fare and pub classics.