Location: South Africa » Kwazulu Natal » North Coast » Umhlanga

Royal Palm

Royal Palm

Contact Details

Name of hostsThe Westville Hotel
Tel:+27 (0) 31 581 8000
fax+27 (0) 31 581 8002
Emailceres@threecities.co.za
Web: www.royal-palm.co.za

Our Rating out of 10


Enquire now
View Rates

Description

Only 20 minutes from Durban International Airport and in close proximity to the La Lucia Ridge office estates, Gateway Shopping Centre, Umhlanga village and beachfront, the Royal Palm is an ideal location for both business and recreational travel.

Royal Palm is the largest new development in the heart of Umhlanga New Town Centre. This new hub follows the concept of a vibrant lifestyle environment where people can live, work and play in one area, changing the norm of city living.

 Royal Palm is situated in the centre of Palm Boulevard directly opposite the Gateway Theatre of Shopping on Umhlanga Ridge. Gateway theatre of shopping is the largest shopping complex in the southern Hemisphere with upmarket retail outlets including banks, shops, entertainment, cinemas, and a hotel and conference centre.  The development is close to the Umhlanga Hospital and La Lucia Office Estate. Umhlanga New Town Centre will be a mixed-use hub to be developed around a series of squares, parks & boulevards, surrounding the Gateway Theatre of Shopping. It is a vibrant environment where people live, work, shop and play; a medium density, user-friendly environment that will revolutionise the way people will live in the Umhlanga New Town Centre.

Royal Palm enjoys the finest position on the Palm Boulevard and the new Piazza, which will incorporate a fountain, beautiful gardens and a Campagnille Clock Tower, designed to the highest standard by Morelands, built above Royal Palm Parking areas.  The complex includes undercover parking and comprises of 94 generous luxury residential apartments along with three floors of A-grade office suites.

Studio Apartments
Open plan bedroom and lounge with bathroom en-suite and balcony.

Junior Suites
1 Bedroom with separate lounge and bathroom en-suite, including a balcony.

2 Bedroom Apartments
2 Bedrooms with one en-suite bathroom with shower and the second bathroom with a bath. Lounge, dining room and balcony.

Penthouse Accommodation
Royal Palm Gateway offers executive style penthouses with ample living space, all overlooking the stylish Palm Boulevard. The Penthouse has an Entrance Hall, Kitchen, Dining Room, Lounge and a balcony. 2 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, main en-suite and a balcony off the main bedroom. In the 3 bedroomed Penthouses, the third bedroom is on the loft level.

  • Color TV
  • Fridge 
  • Bath & Shower  
  • Laundry Service  
  • Hair Dryer  
  • Radio 
  • Room Safes  
  • Air-Conditioning 
  • Tea & Coffee  
  • Shower 
  • Private Patio  
  • Hotel Stationery  
  • Internet / Email  
  • Telephone 
  • Satellite TV  
  • Room service from 06h30 to 22h30  
  • Consumables  
  • Mini Bar  
  • Wake up call service  
  • Pressing Service

Dining : Royal Palm DISH Restaurant

line

The signature restaurant of the Royal Palm, DISH, is a fusion of contemporary dining sophistication. DISH offers patrons an opportunity to experience opulent dining with a modern twist. With a unique concept of four distinctive areas under one roof, the restaurant is a refreshing place to enjoy a couple of cocktails or a scrumptious meal. A simple yet effective colour scheme of black and cream, coupled by differentiating textures, welcomes diners to this innovative dining experience. The restaurant includes a bar area, lounge, dining room and outdoor courtyard, each one offering something different to the other to accommodate all.

The focus of the main floor area is a vibrant, circular bar, with four seating arcs surrounding it. This innovative seating plan offers patrons a chance to be part of the dynamic energy at the bar, while enjoying privacy in one of the secluded arcs. Comprising a funky dining room table surrounded by wingback chairs and lengthy leather lounge suites, the lounge enjoys a relaxing ambience. Here, diners can snack on delicious finger foods whilst sipping exotic cocktails. The main dining room area seats up to 60 people and enjoys an elegant and sophisticated atmosphere. With a selection of table styles, including a chefs table seating 8 people as well as other options available, the dining room accommodates small and intimate dining arrangements. Restaurant goers can also enjoy the DISH ambience outside, as the restaurant’s sliding folding doors open up onto a spacious courtyard and enjoys an elegant café feel, offering a taste of Al Fresco dining. With such a variety of offerings, DISH serves as a definite hotspot for Durban diners.

Restaurants in and around Gateway Theatre of Shopping, Umhlanga

line

Umhlanga has developed with time to become one of Durban's liveliest spots, filled with restaurants, pubs, entertainment centres and coffee shops, all within a 5 minute walk from Royal Palm...

Eastern, Thai & Italian Cuisine : The Gateway Theatre of Shopping offers you a variety of cuisine, be it Chinese noodles, Indian curries, Thai stir fry or an Italian pasta. Each restaurant will surely ignite your taste buds and fill your memories with the great service and warm smiles that can be found only in South Africa.

Gateway Food Court : The food court is the perfect opportunity to taste the diversity of flavours that South Africa's cultures are known for. Situated in centre of Gateway Theatre of Shopping, the food court has over 15 restaurants and fast food outlets that cater for a variety of tastes, mixed with the hustle, bustle and vibe of the renowned Gateway Theatre of Shopping.

Dining out in Durban : There's nothing better than relaxing at your favourite restaurant with a glass of wine and a good meal overlooking the Indian Ocean. Dining out in Durban is an experience not to be missed. The main Durban CBD is just 15 minutes from Royal Palm and a trip into town would definitely be a rewarding culinary experience.

Rates

Rack Rates

01/01/09 - 31/12/09 Single Double Children
Studio Room R1 470.00 R 970.00 N/A
Junior Suite R1 620.00 R1 080.00 N/A
Two Bedroom Suite R1 770.00 R1 770.00 N/A
Penthouse - Minimum 3 Guests N/A R1 480.00 N/A
   

Peak Period Rack Rate

  Single Double Children
Studio Room R1690.00 R1 115.00 N/A
Junior Suite R1 860.00 R1 240.00 N/A
Two Bedroom Suite R2 035.00 R1 345.00 N/A
Penthouse - Minimum 3 Guests N/A R1 700.00 N/A

*

Rates are quoted per person per night and include accommodation, breakfast, parking, TOMSA levy, VAT at 14%
* Child Breakfast Rates: R60 per day for children 11 years and under

Royal Palm
Click to enlargeClick to enlargeClick to enlarge
Click to enlargeClick to enlargeClick to enlarge

Directions

From Durban International Airport: Take the N2, North bound (towards the North Coast and Stanger). Then take the Umhlanga, Phoenix and Mt Edgecombe off ramp. Turn right at the traffic light and follow the appropriate signage to Gateway Theatre of Shopping. Take the Umhlanga Rocks Drive turnoff. At the top of the bridge turn left. At the second traffic circle turn left into CENTENARY BOULEVARD and then left into Palm Boulevard. Royal Palm will be on the left hand side. From the North Coast: Take the N2, South bound (towards the South Coast and Port Shepstone). Then take the Umhlanga, Phoenix and Mt Edgecombe off ramp. Turn left at the traffic light and follow the appropriate signage to Gateway Theatre of Shopping. Take the Umhlanga Rocks Drive turnoff. At the top of the bridge turn left. At the second traffic circle turn left into Aurora Drive and then left into Palm Boulevard. Royal Palm will be on the left hand side.