4 Sbongiseni Vilakazi - 5 months ago
I was pleasantly surprised by this hotel when I visited to meet a friend from out of town who was staying there. Having been aware of it from the time it was built, I’d never paid much attention to it save to admire the modern architecture. When I went inside, I found that the modern theme was maintained and accentuated. Wide open spaces inside and out, distinctive rectangular lines, a soft and neutral colour palette on the walls and stylish fonts on wall markings all serve to create an impression of class and attention to detail. I particularly liked the lighting which gave the reception area a warm and welcoming ambiance. I met my friend at the roof-top Topaz Bar and was pleased with the service received. Space is limited within the hotel and so it would be easy to feel claustrophobic. However, the clever use of space, architecture and decor help make the place feel bigger than what it actually is. I did not get to see the rooms but my friend was satisfied with hers. She also appreciated the proximity of the hotel to the beach and the Durban International Convention Centre where she was attending a conference. I will definitely visit here again.