Hotels
in Durban
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Umhlanga
Ridge
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near
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
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South
Africa
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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
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| 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.
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Security:
Royal Palm is secured on all sides of the development with controlled access,
monitored by 24-hour security. The entire development is covered by an
extensive CCTV system. All apartments have automatic smoke detection units,
connected to a central fire alarm system.
Cutting
Edge Technology: It’s only fitting that the luxurious lifestyle embodied
by Royal Palm Gateway should be complemented by state-of-the-art technology.
Royal Palm Gateway offers a wireless Internet System to its residents. |
| Facilities
at Royal Palm |
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Colour
TV
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Fridge
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Bath &
Shower
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Laundry
Service
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Hair Dryer
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Radio
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Room Safes
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Air-Conditioning
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Tea &
Coffee
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Shower
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Private
Patio
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Hotel
Stationery
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Internet
/ Email
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Telephone
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Satellite
TV
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Room service
from 06h30 to 22h30
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Consumables
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Mini Bar
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Wake up
call service
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Pressing
Service
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| Dining : Royal Palm DISH
Restaurant
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 tastes. |
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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. |
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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
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... |
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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.
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Accommodation
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Studio
Apartments - 10
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Junior
Suites - 60
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2 Bedroom
Apartments - 10
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3 Bedroom
Penthouses - 6
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2 Bedroom
Penthouses - 8
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| Activities
: In and Around Gateway Theatre of Shopping, Umhlanga
From
once being a small quiet village that was part of Sir Marshall Campbell's
sugar estate, Umhlanga has expanded into a thriving, bustling residential
and commercial area that offers all the ammentities, comforts and luxuries
of an upmarket suburb, whilst still blowing you away with the African sunrise
over the Indian Ocean. Be it sports, entertainment, great cuisine, shopping
or nightlife that you are on the hunt for, Umhlanga is the place to be... |
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The
Umhlanga Lighthouse: The Lighthouse was completed in 1954 and has since
become a landmark attracting thousands of people yearly. The looming tower
stands 21m high and has a focal plane height of 25m.
The
Natal Sharks Board: Enjoy the opportunity to watch a spectacular 30
minute audio-visual presentation which captures the drama of the ocean
as they carry out their daily servicing of shark nets, or watch a shark
dissection.
The
Hawaan Forests: This unique indigenous woodland area has remained in
its natural state for centuries. This magnificent forest is characterised
by a diverse notable species of trees, animals and a great wealth of birds. |
| Umhlanga
Lagoon Nature Trail: This
is a delightful hour-and-a-half trail on a well marked path wandering through
stunning coastal forest on boardwalks that cross the Ohlange River on its
way to the lagoon, buttressed by dunes.
Casinos:
Durban prides itself in hosting 2 of the finest casinos in the KZN province;
the Suncoast & Sibaya Casinos. These world-class casinos offer you
a variety of entertainment options that will not disappoint you.
Golf
Courses: The sub-tropical coastline of KwaZulu Natal must rate as one
of South Africa’s prime golf destinations. A large number of superb golf
courses dot Durban and the North & South Coast of KZN offering top
quality golfing options. |
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How
to get to Royal Palm Gateway
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Mini bus
Shuttle from airport and to local attractions can be organised upon request.
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Distance
from Umhlanga (nearest CBD) - 2 km
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Distance
from Durban International Airport - 39 km
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Distance
from Virginia Airport - 6 km
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. |
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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. |
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