RIDGEVIEW LODGE - Durban Hotels

Rooms at Ridgeview Lodge include Classic King, Deluxe King, and Deluxe Double/Twin with Garden View. All units have air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with shower, hair dryer, and free toiletries. Each room comes with a kettle; some rooms also feature a fully equipped kitchen with oven, microwave, and toaster. Bed linen and towels are provided. Selected rooms offer panoramic views of the sea, city, and port. Premium bedding and a wardrobe or closet are standard.

Breakfast is served à la carte and Full English/Irish style, with warm dishes, local specialities, and pancakes. Dietary options are available upon request. Guests can enjoy meals in the dining lounge or on the outdoor terrace with garden views. The in-house bar serves a range of cocktails, wine, and champagne. A picnic area is available for guests who prefer to eat outdoors. Special diet menus can be arranged.

The property features a year-round outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers, beach chairs, and umbrellas. Pool/beach towels are provided. The garden includes a sun terrace, picnic area, and outdoor furniture. Guests can relax on the verandah overlooking the harbour. Board games and puzzles are available. No spa or fitness facilities are on site.

Ridgeview Lodge is 3.9 km from Durban Botanic Gardens, 4.7 km from Durban ICC, 7 km from Moses Mabhida Stadium, and 7.3 km from uShaka Marine World. It is close to the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Kings Park Stadium, and St Augustine's and Entabeni hospitals. The property is in a quiet residential area. King Shaka International Airport is 37 km away; a paid airport shuttle can be arranged. Secure on-site parking is free.

Services include concierge, express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and private check-in/check-out. Daily housekeeping, ironing, and laundry are available. The lodge offers meeting/banquet facilities and fax/photocopying. Airport shuttle (paid) and general shuttle service can be arranged. Other amenities: 24-hour security, safety deposit box, family rooms, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge/TV area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby.