The Riverside Hotel & Spa ****
The Riverside Hotel & Spa, the perfect scene for rest and relaxation, is set high on the banks of the Umgeni River in Durban North, just outside the city centre with unparalleled views across a magnificent green belt, stretching from the river’s mouth, across the Indian Ocean, towards Durban’s golden mile beachfront and the Bluff beyond.
The four-star hotel represents an authentic resort lifestyle with 169 bedrooms and suites, offering quality comforts with satellite TV, telephone, lounging area, self-serve kitchenette, with choice of views over the city, the river, gardens or sea. An internet cafe is situated in the lobby with a conference centre – also perfect for weddings – offering eight venues ideally situated directly opposite the front entrance to the hotel.
Dine in style at the Riverside Cafe in earth toned decorated, European-South African ambiance and crisp finishes, two plasma TV screens and scattered couches, with top service and exquisitely presented meals. Or unwind with snacks and exotic cocktails at the tropical like, bubbly Mojos on the leisure terrace next to the pool. For a more interactive and casual experience visit Hops, just around the corner.
ACCOMMODATION
ALL OF OUR 169 BEDROOMS AND SUITES are unique in terms of not only having all the regular comforts associated with a four star hotel, but also having a kitchenette, complete with microwave, mini bar fridge, cutlery and crockery. Guests can select a river and sea-facing suite, a deluxe or standard double room or, alternatively, a room overlooking Durban North.
LOCATION
Situated above the Umgeni River in Durban North, The Riverside Hotel has unparalleled views across a magnificent green belt, stretching from the Umgeni River, across Durban Country Club, towards the Golden Mile on Durban’s Beachfront and the Bluff
Durban is where East meets West with a wealth of colourful influences, Africa’s bewitching playground in the sun. Durban has from its earliest days possessed a special charm, a certain mystique that adds ‘something extra’ to the golden sands and green sub-tropical mix, offering a spectrum of unforgettable experiences, with a myriad of adventure activities and water-sports all year round.
Directions
GPS Co-Ordinates 29°48’25.95″S 31° 1’55.41″E
Route One:
From CBD drive down West Street and turn left into Aliwal Street, continue straight along, Aliwal Street will become NMR Avenue and then Northway as you cross over the Umgeni (Athlone Bridge). The Riverside Hotel is situated on the right.
Route Two:
From Durban International Airport, as you leave the airport, turn right at the first set of traffic lights. Turn right again when you see the Durban sign. Drive straight along the freeway and take the Esplanade off-ramp. Turn left into Aliwal Street; continue straight along, Aliwal Street will become NMR Avenue and then Northway as you cross over the Umgeni (Athlone Bridge). The Riverside Hotel is situated on the right.
CONFERENCES & BANQUETING
The Riverside Conference Centre is ideally situated directly opposite the front entrance to the hotel ensuring conference delegates staying at the hotel easy access to their rooms should they so require. For day delegates there is plenty of secure parking within the hotel grounds and with the hotel being so centrally located it allows for easy access no matter where the delegates are travelling from.
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SPA
Walk into an elementary sensory space, where time is left at the door and a new journey begins.
Where elements earth, fire, water, metal and wood harmonise your surrounds and aroma’s, sights, sounds, touch and taste enlighten your intuition.
Discover a wellness philosophy that has lifetime values. We believe in beauty through total wellness starting within and taking cognisance of body, mind and soul. Our passion is to ensure that your journey is a personalised one.
We will tailor-make a package for you. Bridal spa, corporate packages, birhday parties, baby showers…
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