At The Albany Hotel, you can look forward to a hair salon, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a business centre, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Located near the beach, The Albany Hotel is in Durban Central Business District, a neighbourhood 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, snorkelling and windsurfing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Durban travel guide
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
Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
34 min drive
Restaurants
KFC
12 min walk
KFC
11 min walk
Roma Revolving Restaurant
6 min walk
KFC
17 min walk
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 centre.
Other perks include:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Babysitting (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a front desk safe
Smoke-free property, a lift and luggage storage
Room features
All 80 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as safes and WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Parking on site (ZAR 70 per day)
Limited on-site 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
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 centre
Conference centre
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.
Lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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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
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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.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from 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 organisation.
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 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Albany Hotel on 23 Aug 2026 start from RM159, 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 at The Albany Hotel?
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?
Checkout 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 away 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 selected 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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