Royal Hotel Ladysmith

$$$$||View on mapLadysmith, South Africa140 Murchison Street, Ladysmith, South Africa, 3370|
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Royal Hotel Ladysmith
140 Murchison Street, Ladysmith, South Africa, 3370·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.7Very good
Staff9.1
Free WiFi8.7
Cleanliness8.6
Comfort8.6
Location8.4
Who stays here
Solo41%
Couples30%
Families15%
Groups8%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.7Very good
Staff9.1
Free WiFi8.7
Cleanliness8.6
Comfort8.6
Location8.4
Who stays here
Solo41%
Couples30%
Families15%
Groups8%

3-star historic hotel in Ladysmith with on-site dining and conference spaces

Historic Setting

Royal Hotel Ladysmith is housed in a building dating back more than 140 years, with memorabilia and historical insights displayed in the main areas. The hotel's central location places guests within walking distance of the Siege Museum at Town Hall, while Spioenkop Nature Reserve and Weenen Game Reserve are a short drive away. This Ladysmith property offers a central meeting point for local commerce and combined staff events, with a professional team experienced in hospitality management.

Accommodations

The hotel offers 71 air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and free WiFi. Select rooms include balconies, terraces, and city views, while family rooms and wheelchair-accessible units are available. Daily housekeeping, laundry services, and 24-hour room service provide additional comfort.

Dining

Two on-site restaurants serve local, international, and South African cuisines, with brunch, lunch, and high tea options. Special diet menus for vegetarian and gluten-free guests are available, and the bar offers wine and champagne selections. Guests can also order 24-hour room service or request packed lunches for early departures.

Leisure and Recreation

The hotel's year-round outdoor swimming pool includes a shallow end and pool towels, surrounded by a garden with barbecue facilities. Billiards and a golf course provide on-site entertainment, and a shared kitchen and lounge area are open to guests. Children are accommodated with babysitting services and family-friendly furnishings across the property.

Business and Events

Conference and banquet facilities with state-of-the-art technology support corporate functions and weddings, with an experienced team handling personalized event coordination. The 24-hour front desk provides fax and photocopying services, while free valet parking and accessible parking accommodate attendees. This Ladysmith hotel also offers a dedicated prayer room, noted by guests for its thoughtful convenience.

  • Historic: 140-year-old building with Siege Museum nearby
  • Rooms: 71 air-conditioned units with city views
  • Dining: Two restaurants with South African cuisine
  • Leisure: Outdoor pool, billiards, and golf course
  • Business: Conference facilities with event coordination
  • Service: 24-hour room service and pack lunches
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
from 04:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Afrikaans, Zulu
Building
Number of rooms:47
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Rooms and availability

Twin Room
  • Room size:

    325 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
Family Room
  • Room size:

    485 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed and 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
Family Queen Room
  • Room size:

    390 sq. feet

  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds and 2 Bunk beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course
  • Pool tables

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Babysitting/Child services

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Royal Hotel Ladysmith

💵 Lowest room price 99 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd

Location

140 Murchison Street, Ladysmith, South Africa, 3370
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140 Murchison Street, Ladysmith, South Africa, 3370
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140 Murchison Street, Ladysmith, South Africa, 3370
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