The best available hotels & places to stay near Richards Bay

August 14, 2022 Hector Krause

Discover the best hotels in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal including BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay, Gecko Inn Guest House, Imvubu Lodge, Minilitha Lodge, Seagull Lodge, Premier Hotel The Richards, The Ridge Guesthouse, SUN1 Richards Bay, Umuzi Guest House, Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore.
Restaurants in Richards Bay

1. BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

Corner of Pioneer & Bridgetown Road Tuzigazi Waterfront, Richards Bay 3901 South Africa
Excellent
43%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
7%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 212 reviews

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay offers 75 spacious, modern rooms with spectacular views of the ocean front and yacht harbour. Facilities include a conference centre with 3 meeting rooms, a restaurant, cocktail bar and lounge and swimming pool. Guests can explore the many nearby attractions and experiences the area has to offer.

An awesome

Reviewed By Lebzda1

My family's stay at the hotel was pleasant. The amenities are excellent and the staff provides 5 star service. The room itself was of a high standard, with the extras being worth it. Overall, my family enjoyed the stay at the hotel. The only drawback of staying at the hotel is some of the noise over the weekend from other properties in the area.

2. Gecko Inn Guest House

48 Bottlebrush Bend Veld en Vlei, Richards Bay 3900 South Africa
Excellent
72%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 364 reviews

Gecko Inn Guest House

Gecko Inn is located in the City of Umhlatuze, Richards Bay, in the heart of Kwazulu-Natal. The true gateway to the most prestigious Game Parks, Game Lodges and Sanctuaries in Zululand. Enjoy the best of both worlds! The Indian Ocean with its beautiful beaches and the bushland where the Big Five roam. We offer you exclusive accommodation in a secure, warm environment. Therefore our mission is to provide you with the best possible service & personal attention to detail. Whether you are a day visitor on a long trip through South Africa, or a visitor who plans a longer stay in Richards Bay, rest assured in the knowledge Gecko Inn will provide in your every need.

Home away from home, perfect for females travelling alone!

Reviewed By sodaismail

Uninterrupted Wi-Fi, the cleanest rooms and bathrooms in Richard's Bay. The staff are incredibly kind and friendly. They’re efficient and cater to all your needs. The conference room is perfect for meetings but also to write 6hour exams. I love how close it is to Nandos and the shopping centre. The rooms are big but the real the luxury are their bathrooms! I’ve had the best experiences staying at Gecko inn. The new renovations and updated security protocol is noteworthy and an even greater relief for females staying alone. Couldn’t be happier. Thank you, big love!

3. Imvubu Lodge

C/o Krewelkring & Hibberd Drive Corner Krewelkring & Hibberd Drive, Meerensee, Richards Bay 3901 South Africa
Excellent
36%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
5%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 248 reviews

Imvubu Lodge

Imvubu Lodge is Your Place in Nature. Conveniently situated within lush indigenous surroundings, filled with an abundance of bird life, this location offers the exhilaration of holidaying in an idyllic part of the world, while being only mere minutes away from the Richards Bay Airport and the growing hub of Richards Bay. With a variety of unique luxury, stand alone, fully serviced chalets, guests of Imvubu Lodge have the advantage of being able to select either Self Catering or enjoy the luxury of being catered for at the onsite 'In the Reeds' restaurant. enjoy the picturesque view of our Lake Menywa while you dine. The magnificent 180 degree sea views at Sundowner Bar are best enjoyed with our famous cocktails and pub like food. Imvubu Lodge offers business and conferencing facilities, 24 Hour security, parking at your private chalets, friendly and efficient staff to assist with any of your queries.

Serenity Nature

Reviewed By Lorraine W

Beautiful and extremely clean cabins. Beautiful location. Clean amenities outside. The restaurant has a good breakfast. All the staff was really friendly and helpful. The gardens are also beautiful. Felt Very safe in the Lodge. Will be back. Good value for money.

4. Minilitha Lodge

Nkoninga Road, Richards Bay 3900 South Africa
Excellent
50%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
0%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 14 reviews

Minilitha Lodge

We offer 9 fully self-contained rooms, which are serviced daily by housekeeping, with en-suite bathrooms that have a toilet, basin and shower. Comfortable double beds and good quality clean linen ensure you get a good night's sleep after a long day. The rooms come with a sturdy desk to allow catching up of work, tea/coffee, modern flat screen TV with DSTV (hotel package) and Free WiFi. 5 of the rooms have a bar fridge and a microwave.

Minilitha Lodge a place to relax

Reviewed By kwena2022

Staff friendly,proffesional and very helpful. I am surely going to book again for accommodation whenever I am visiting Richards bay. I will recommend the guesthouse to my contacts so that they can also experience the peaceful staying.

5. Seagull Lodge

97 Via Cassiandra Street, Richards Bay 3900 South Africa
Excellent
73%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 94 reviews

Seagull Lodge

Seagull Lodge offer fully equipped self catering accommodation of the best quality. Braai facilities and swimming pool. DSTV Air-conditioned Free WI FI Coffee Shop

SEAGULL LODGE VISIT

Reviewed By nolutha7

The stay was good with great hospitality. The place is located closer to town and shops!the dinners is well organized! Recommendation will be made to other potential travelers. The pathway to the dinners is not protected though from either the sun or rain!

6. Premier Hotel The Richards

3 Hibberd Drive Meerensee, Richards Bay 3901 South Africa
Excellent
29%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
7%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 296 reviews

Premier Hotel The Richards

Premier Hotel The Richards is a true landmark of the Zulu land area and is situated just 90 minutes North of Durban. One of the longest established hotels in Richards Bay, the Premier Hotel The Richards is well renowned for its warm and welcoming atmosphere. The ideal destination for both business and leisure travelers, Richards Bay offers business guests a convenient location close enough to the CBD, yet far enough away from the city pressures to make business a pleasure. Leisure travelers are spoilt for choice: from the un-spoilt beaches, sub tropical climate and coastal conservation areas to the game reserves in areas like Hluhhluwe, Richards Bay Country Club and the Deep Sea Harbour.

Great value for business stay!

Reviewed By ErnRam

Easily accessible, secure parking and direct access to the hotel reception area. An efficient check in/out service, Exec room was clean and comfortable with usual extra's, breakfast was more than sufficient.

7. The Ridge Guesthouse

1 Jacks Corner, Davidson Lane, Meerensee, Richards Bay 3901 South Africa
Excellent
51%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 51 reviews

The Ridge Guesthouse

If you’re looking for a family-friendly guest house in Richards Bay, look no further than The Ridge Guesthouse. Guest rooms offer air conditioning, and The Ridge Guesthouse makes getting online easy as free wifi is available. You can also take advantage of some of the amenities offered by the guest house, including room service, a sun terrace, and newspaper. In addition, guests can enjoy a pool and an on-site restaurant during their visit. As an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. The staff at The Ridge Guesthouse looks forward to serving you during your upcoming visit.

Excellent Place to stay

Reviewed By shizellerajgopaul

Really good place to stay, rooms were clean and very spacious, breakfast is great, the room as a mini bar which makes it really convienent for that midnight snack was really a good place away from home, would definetly go back there

8. SUN1 Richards Bay

6 White Pear Street, Richards Bay 3900 South Africa
Excellent
32%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
23%
Terrible
14%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 22 reviews

SUN1 Richards Bay

SUN1 Richards Bay offers comfortable budget hotel accommodation to guests in Richards Bay, Kwa-Zulu Natal. Conveniently located close to the Inkwazi Boardwalk Shopping Centre, our Richards Bay accommodation is available for 1, 2 or 3 guests sharing and is ideal for travellers on a budget.

Sun 1 Richards bay

Reviewed By carmelspetersen

The room is alright, abit small the shower is not the best.. its small and cramped. The carpet is stuffy, tiles would offer more cleanliness.. Coffee on offer is not filter coffee. It would be nice if there was a laundry service.

9. Umuzi Guest House

17 Mussel Cracker, Meerensee, Richards Bay 3900 South Africa
Excellent
80%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 5 reviews

Umuzi Guest House

Quiet and exclusive home from home accommodation. Mostly catering for corporate executives. As a small establishment personal attention is given to visitors. We look forward to hosting you. Cheryl

Great stay

Reviewed By 116patn

Umuzi guesthouse is an extremely comfortable little gem in Richard’s Bay, South Africa. The hostess could not have been more accommodating and friendly. I was looked after very well. My room had a king sized bed and a large screen tv. The living room common area has quite a few oversized couches and chairs to sit and enjoy the LARGE screen tv. The breakfast is made to order. I definitely recommend Umizi guesthouse if you are in Richard’s Bay. Before I left LuLu supplied me with information about sights to see on my way down to Durban.

10. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

4 The Gully Street, Richards Bay 3901 South Africa
Excellent
13%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
27%
Poor
11%
Terrible
13%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 84 reviews

Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore is located adjacent to Premier Hotel The Richards and offers three star accommodation in the heart of Richards Bay. Just 90 minutes out from Durban, Richards Bay is perfect for breaks where you want to get out of the city, but still enjoy easy access to the CBD when needed. Attractions in the area include a number of popular nature reserves as well as the Richards Bay Game Sanctuary and Empangeni Museum. In terms of facilities, Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore presents an offer of simple, affordable and quality accomodation. Choose from 102 rooms, including Standard, Superior and Family Rooms, all of which are furnished for supreme comfort. Conference facilities are world-class, with two venues that can seat up to 70 delegates each. Experience the warm and welcoming hospitality that has seen the Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore gain a reputation as one of the top hotels in Richards Bay. Call our reservations line now and speak to a friendly consultant, or alternatively secure your booking online. Situated in the upmarket suburb of Meerensee, just 90 minutes North of Durban. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore is 10 minutes away from the Boardwalk Inkwazi, the biggest shopping mall in the area, and 5 minutes away from Alkastrand - the most popular beach in the area. Besides rapid industrial expansion, the tourism industry of this region is flourishing. The commercial and industrial development of Richards Bay has been a bonus for the sophisticated tourist and holiday maker. Its bustling business centre has every modern facility and the town boasts excellent recreational facilities for residents and visitors alike. Richard's Bay boasts the country's largest harbour and some of its most magnificent wetland scenery. "Industrial Tourism" is actively promoted and groups are able to visit industrial plants, mines and other operations. Richard's Bay also offers the visitor entrance to Zululand - this once forgotten corner of the African continent is a land of exquisite beauty characterised by incredible diversity. The coastline stretches some three hundred and fifty kilometres from the mouth of the mighty Tugela River in the south to the Mozambique border in the north. The coastal plains include endless unspoilt beaches and coastal conservation areas and incorporate the largest estuarine system in Southern Africa. Shopping, beaches and natural wonders are everywhere and those in search of true African beauty will not leave wanting.

Overall experience disappointing

Reviewed By Happiness68587777893

Very plain and basic. I expected more for my money. It would have helped if the tv had more than one channel. The restaurant staff was very friendly and helpful but the menu was disappointing. The reception staff was awesome. In conclusion, nothing wrong with the place but I will give it a skip next time.

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