Situated above the Umgeni River in Durban North, The Riverside Hotel has unparalleled views across a magnificent green belt, and offers 169 unique rooms with all the comforts associated with a four star hotel, as well as a complete kitchenette. There is easy access to Durban's Central Business District and two minutes from the Northern Freeway leading to Umhlanga Rocks and the Dolphin Coast. Kings Park Rugby, Soccer and Swimming Stadiums are literally across the river as are Durban Country Club and Windsor Park Golf Course, which is nature at its best in the late afternoon.
ROOM CONFIGURATION
· 169 rooms (400 people)
· 37 Standard River facing rooms
· 35 Standard Garden facing rooms
· 4 Standard River facing twin rooms
· 1 Standard Garden facing twin room
· 14 Deluxe River facing rooms
· 4 Deluxe Garden facing rooms
· 11 Deluxe River facing twin rooms
· 5 Deluxe Garden facing twin rooms
· 2 Standard Paraplegic rooms
· 4 Standard River facing non-smoking rooms
· 4 Standard Garden facing non-smoking rooms
· 6 Family River facing rooms
· 10 Family Garden facing rooms
· 20 Garden facing triple rooms
· 8 River facing suites
· 3 Garden facing suites
· 1 River facing 2 Bedroom suite
STANDARD ROOM FEATURES
· Standard rooms have en-suite bathrooms with built in showers
· DSTV in rooms
· Telephones in rooms
DELUXE AND SUITE ROOM FEATURES
· Separate shower and bath facilities
· DSTV in rooms
· Telephones in rooms
· Suites have separate lounge area
GENERAL INFORMATION ON ALL ROOMS
· All rooms have mini bar fridge
· DSTV in all rooms
· Direct dial telephones in all rooms
· Semi Self-Catering facilities in all rooms
· Complimentary Tea/Coffee making facilities
· Self-programming wake-up call facilities
· Microwave in all rooms
· Additional Telephone link and AC plug point
VIEWS FROM THE ROOM
· Umgeni River and Indian Ocean views
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE TIMES
Check In 14h00 | Check Out 10h00
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Only GHD card holders and online members may reserve at the GHD Exclusive discounted rate!
| * Rates are quoted per person per night and include bed & breakfast, Tomsa Levy and VAT at 14%/ children:02-12 years = 166.00 zar - From: 31/Oct/2007
To: 30/Dec/2008 |
| Room Types |
Full Seasonal Rate |
Discount |
GHD Discounted rate |
| double standard room |
ZAR 830.00 |
10% |
ZAR 747 |
| double suite |
ZAR 960.00 |
10% |
ZAR 864 |
| single standard room |
ZAR 1250.00 |
10% |
ZAR 1125 |
| single suite |
ZAR 1440.00 |
10% |
ZAR 1296 |
| Points of interest: |
24 hour Reception services
· 24 hour security
· Baby sitting facilities
· Board Games for hire
· Shuttle service (at additional cost)
· Currency exchange facilities
· Disabled facilities
· Major credit cards accepted
· Room Service Available (Until 22h30)
· Secure paid parking
· Swimming pool
Activities:
· Absa Park Rugby Stadium
· Durban & Umhlanga Beaches
· Gateway Theatre of Shopping
· Kings Park Olympic Swimming Complex
· Kings Park Soccer Stadium
· Mangrove Swamps
· Sunset Cruises
· Trips to the Valley of 1000 hills
· Umgeni Bird Park
· uShaka Marine World
· Virgin Active Health Club
· Windsor Golf Course
Climate:
Summer - the temperature varies from 26 degrees to 32 degrees C in the heat of the day.
Winter - the temperature varies from 14 degrees to 22 degrees. Durban has summer rains and winters are dry.
What to Take:
Swimming costume, sun block, insect repellent, sun hat, sunglasses and lip balm are recommended. Umbrella for summer afternoon rains. In winter a jersey and jacket are recommended.
Dining:
CAFÉ BALI
The atmosphere created by the superb décor, the top quality service, the sumptuous and exquisitely presented meals make Café Bali one of Durban’s most appealing restaurants.
MOJO’S BAR
After a busy day at the office, on the beach or simply enjoying all that Durban has to offer, you will want to unwind and where better to do so than at Mojo’s Pool Bar
JAIPUR PALACE
For traditional North Indian dining
HOPS RESTAURANT & BAR
For a more relaxed and casual atmosphere and it is situate in the same complex as The Riverside Hotel
ROOM SERVICE
From 06h00 till 22h00
Conferencing:
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.
The conference centre is made up of several conference rooms with the largest, The Pelican Suite seating up to 250 delegates, down to the smallest boardrooms of which there are four, each of which seat up to 10 delegates in boardroom seating. These boardrooms are ideal as breakaway rooms.
EQUIPMENT
STANDARD CONFERENCE EQUIPMENT:
AVAILABLE ON REQUEST ONLY.
· 1 x Lectern
· 1 x Microphone
· 1 x Flipchart and 2 pens
· 1 x White board and 2 markers
· 1 x Carousel Slide Projector
· 1 x TV & VCR
· 1 x Overhead Projector
· 1 x Screen
· 1 x PA System
· Data projectors available for hire
VENUES
PELICAN SUITE
· Adjacent to the Hotel, at the Riverside Conference Centre is the Pelican Suite, which can be broken down into 3 separate venues
· Cinema Style - max 250 (entire room), U-Shape – max 90 (entire venue)
ULUWATU
· Situated in the Riverside Hotel, adjacent to the Restaurant
· Boardroom – max 10; Cinema – max 15
KINTAMANI
· Situated in the Riverside Hotel, adjacent to the Restaurant
· Cinema – max 15
BOARDROOM (1, 2 AND 3)
· Situated in the Riverside Hotel Conference Centre
· Boardrooms 1 & 3: Boardroom – max 12
· Boardroom 2: Cinema – max 60
PELICAN SUITE 04
· Situated in the Riverside Hotel Conference Centre
· Cinema: - max 150; Boardroom: max 40 U-Shape: max 40
Weddings:
If you want your wedding ceremony to go off without a hitch, call our wedding coordinators to help you choose the right package for you. They can help with everything from flowers on your guest's tables to the honeymoon suite.
To contact our wedding coordinators call 031-5630600 or by e-Mail on banquet@riversidehotel.co.za or functions@riversidehotel.co.za
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| Route Description: |
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 beyond approximately:
· 12km from The Westville
· 2.5km to Umgeni Bird Park
· 25km to Durban International Airport
· 270km from Alpine Heath Resort
· 270km from Ubizane Wildlife Reserve
· 2km to Japanese Gardens
· 45km form Ballito Manor
· 5km from Quarters Hotel
· 5km to Durban’s north beaches
· 6km to Shopping mall
· 7km to various fine dining restaurants (Morningside)
· 8km from Durban Central
· 90km from Golden Horse Casino
· 9km from the Royal Hotel
How to Get There:
BY AIR:
· Option One
Durban International Airport, transfers to and from the airport can be arranged on request.
· Option Two
Charter flights can be arranged from Virginia Airport on request.
BY ROAD:
· 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.
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Town center |
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Town Outskirts (suburb) |
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Near Airport |
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Near Train Station |
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Near Highway |
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Near the Sea |
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Bar |
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Restaurant |
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Room Service |
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Internet Access |
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Parking |
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Pets Welcome |
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Non-smoking Rooms Available |
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Alarm Clock |
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Fax (at reception) |
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Wi-Fi |
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Bath/Toilet On Room |
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Minibar |
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Air-Conditioning |
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Hair Dryer |
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Shower/Toilet On Room |
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Telephone |
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Room Safe |
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TV With Cable Or Satellite |
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Tea/Coffee making facility |
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Swimming Pool |
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Health Center |
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Water Sports |
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American Express |
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Visa |
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MasterCard |
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Diners |
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Japan Credit Bureau |
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Euro Card/Mastro |
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