General Information:

Just outside the city centre, set high on the banks of the Umgeni River Mouth, is a place where sheer quality and excellent service is all part of the deal. Two restaurants and a cocktail bar on the premises, together with four-star accommodation and location that is second to none, ensure the best getaway this side of paradise. Stunning river views and abundant bird life on the Umgeni Estuary below the hotel, set the perfect scene for rest and relaxation. The Windsor Park and Durban Country Club golf courses are within easy access of the hotel, while to the north and south lie the splendour of the KwaZulu-Natal Coast...

Accommodation:

All of the 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. For those who do not have access to a laptop / palmtop there is an 'internet cafe' situated in the lobby with access information available from reception.

Room Facilities:

• En-suite bathrooms
• Air-Conditioning
• Telephone
• Colour Television (SABC, MNET & Selected Satellite)
• Desk
• Analogue Modem Point
• Power points for cellphones or laptops

Dining:

Dining at the Riverside is an experience tailored to suit your mood. Dine in style at the Riverside Cafe or have a snack while you unwind from the days stress at Mojos. Next door Hops offers a relaxed and casual pub atmosphere. Mojo's -  Set on the leisure terrace alongside the swimming pool, offers a full snack menu and is an ideal venue to unwind after a day's business. And for those relaxing by the pool, Mojo's staff are there to serve you cooling drinks and snacks without you having to move from your place in the sun. The atmosphere created by the superb décor, the top quality service, the sumptuous and exquisitely presented meals make Riverside Cafe one of Durban's most appealing restaurants. For a more relaxed and casual experience visit Hops which is situated in the same complex as The Riverside Hotel. Enjoy the generous pub fare and unique atmosphere of pub life in South Africa. 

Activities:

uShaka Marine World in Durban, South Africa, the largest ocean park in Africa, boasts fresh and sea water attractions from shipwrecks to an aquarium and dolphinarium, from water slides to amusement parks, from adventure sport to fine dining and shopping. 

Gateway Theatre of shopping: Attractions at the centre apart from the superb shopping are the entertainment facilities which include 'D-Rex' the only double break wave pool in the world, a huge Tony Hawke designed skateboard park, as well as a climbing wall, an IMAX theatre, cinemas and much more.

Umgeni Bird Park: Less than a kilometre (easy walking distance along the river banks) of the hotel is the Umgeni Bird with a huge collection of both indigenous and exotic birds. Mangrove Swamp: A short walk towards the ocean brings you to the Mangrove Swamps where the the plant and animal life of a typical mangrove can be witnessed close up.

Windsor Golf Course: Directly across the river from the hotel offers a fair challenge on one of the busiest municipal golf courses in South Africa. Visitors are welcome and green fees are incredibly reasonable.

Kings Park Olympic Swimming Complex: This complex offers two pools, an Olympic sized main pool and a second diving / water polo pool. Both are heated and thus ideal for those who need their daily swimming exercise.