The only low-rise hotel on the beachfront, the Balmoral has a faded grandeur born of its former life as a colonial residence. It's in a great location on Durban's waterfront, with the promenade a short stroll away. The old-world charm is laid on a bit thick, however, with some of the rooms needing upgrades.
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