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The Albany Hotel

3.0 star property
Durban's business district location puts dining options at travelers' doorstep while The Albany Hotel offers a comfortable base for unwinding after city exploration

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Located in Durban's Central Business District, The Albany Hotel offers practical amenities like a hair salon and dry cleaning. Guests can relax at the bar or dine at the restaurant. The property provides free WiFi, laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AED 143
AED 167 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a laptop, a fruit basket, and a minibar.

Quadruple Room

  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Family Room

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a chandelier, framed pictures on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

Triple Room

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk with a vase of flowers, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room

  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A compact bathroom with a toilet, sink, and a shower area.

Paraplegic Room

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Superior Room

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Quadruple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Superior Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A neatly made bed with a blue and white bedspread, two pillows with a yellow and white pattern, and a bedside table with a remote control and papers.

Superior Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

Superior Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, The Albany Hotel is in Durban Central Business District, a neighborhood in Durban. Royal Durban Golf Club and Durban Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Wilson's Wharf and Workshop Mall. Durban Natural Science Museum and Durban City Hall are also worth visiting. With scuba diving, snorkeling, and windsurfing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Durban travel guide
Map
225 Smith Street / 225 Anton Lembede, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4001

What's nearby

  • Durban City Hall
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Playhouse
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Harbour
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Workshop Mall
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Durban International Convention Centre
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • KFC
    12 min walk
  • KFC
    11 min walk
  • Roma Revolving Restaurant
    6 min walk
  • KFC
  • Nando's
    12 min walk

About this property

The Albany Hotel

  • Hotel located in Durban Central Business District
  • Consider a stay at The Albany Hotel and take advantage of a hair salon, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.
  • Other perks include:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • Babysitting (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
    • Smoke-free premises, an elevator, and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All 80 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like safes and WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
    • TVs with cable channels
    • Refrigerators, childcare services, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (ZAR 60 per hour)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (ZAR 70 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 120 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 120 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: ZAR 60 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Self parking fee: ZAR 70.00 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property class

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Albany Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Albany Hotel?

As of 10 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Albany Hotel on 11 August 2026 start from AED 143, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for ZAR 70.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Albany Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Albany Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does The Albany Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is The Albany Hotel located?

Located in Durban Central Business District, this hotel is steps from Old Courthouse Museum, Durban Natural Science Museum, and Durban City Hall. Playhouse and Durban Art Gallery are just steps away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Albany Hotel Reviews

6.0

6.6

Cleanliness

6.2

Location

6.4

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 144 reviews

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