JUST OUTSIDE THE DURBAN CITY CENTRE, set high on the banks of the Umgeni River Mouth, is the Riverside Hotel & Spa, 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 South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal Coast. The Riverside Hotel has unparalleled views across a magnificent green belt, stretching from the Umgeni River, across Durban Country Club, towards the Golden Mile on Durban's beachfront and the Bluff beyond.

ALL OF THE RIVERSIDE HOTEL'S 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.

General hotel facilities include:

• 24 hour Reception services
• Currency exchange facilities
• Major credit cards accepted
• Board Games for hire
• Secure paid parking
• Room Service Available (Until 22h30)
• Disabled facilities
• Baby sitting facilities
• Swimming pool
• 24 hour security
• Shuttle Bus Service (Additional Charge).

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 day's stress at Mojos. Next door Hops offers a relaxed and casual pub atmosphere.

Mojo's Poolside Cocktail Bar, 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.

Riverside Cafe - Durban North: The atmosphere created by the superb decor, the top quality service, the sumptuous and exquisitely presented meals make Riverside Cafe one of Durban's most appealing restaurants.

Hops Restaurant & Bar: 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.

• Riverside Spa
• uShaka Marine World
• Gateway Theatre of shopping
• Mangrove Swamp
• Windsor Golf Course
• Kings Park Olympic Swimming Complex
• Absa Park Rugby Stadium
• Moses Mabhida Football Stadium.

The Riverside Conference Centre is ideally situated directly opposite the front entrance to the hotel, ensuring conference delegates staying at the hotel easy access to their rooms should they so require. For day delegates there is plenty of secure parking within the hotel grounds and, with the hotel being so centrally located, it allows for easy access no matter where the delegates are travelling from.

Conferencing at its best:

• Conferences for 10 to 250 delegates
• Full range of conferencing equipment
• Experienced conference team
• Banqueting Facilities.

The rates above are a guideline. Please enquire for current rates and frequent special offers.

• Rates are quoted per person per night and include accommodation, breakfast, TOMSA levy and VAT at 14%.
• Child Breakfast Rate: R60.00 per day for children 11 years and under.
• A minimum two night stay is applicable over peak holiday periods.