Hotels in Richards Bay

Hillton Manor Guest House in Richards Bay provides accommodations with a garden, a bar, and barbecue facilities. With lake views, this accommodation offers a swimming pool. There's an outdoor fireplace and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking.

The guest house will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with a shower. Some units also have a well-equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster. At the guest house, units are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with warm dishes, fresh pastries, and fruit are available. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available.

The area is popular for cycling and fishing, and car rental is available at this 4-star guest house. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors.

Richards Bay Country Club is 3.8 miles from the guest house, while Richards Bay Golf Driving Range is 4 miles from the property. Richards Bay Airport is 11 miles away.

Featuring lake views, Mzingazi Waterfront Accommodation, On The Bay Waterfront Villa's in Richards Bay features accommodations, a private beach area, pool with a view, a garden, and barbecue facilities. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. The villa provides river views and an outdoor fireplace.

The villa provides guests with a terrace, sea views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A toaster, a fridge, and stovetop are also available, as well as a kettle. At the villa complex, units include bed linen and towels.

Guests at Mzingazi Waterfront Accommodation, On The Bay Waterfront Villa's will be able to enjoy activities in and around Richards Bay, like cycling and fishing. A children's playground is also available for guests at the accommodation.

Richards Bay Country Club is 3.1 miles from Mzingazi Waterfront Accommodation, On The Bay Waterfront Villa's, while Richards Bay Golf Driving Range is 3.3 miles from the property. Richards Bay Airport is 6.8 miles away.

Comfortable Accommodations

Nqabanqaba in Richards Bay offers a bed and breakfast with air-conditioned rooms featuring private bathrooms, kitchenettes, and modern amenities. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free WiFi, ensuring a pleasant stay.

Outdoor Leisure

Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoy the year-round outdoor swimming pool, and take advantage of the bar and outdoor fireplace. Additional facilities include a waterpark, outdoor seating area, and bicycle parking.

Dining Experience

Breakfast is served à la carte with halal options, featuring juice, cheese, and fruits. The on-site restaurant offers room service and daily housekeeping, catering to diverse dietary needs.

Local Attractions

Located 8.1 mi from Richards Bay Airport, Nqabanqaba is close to Richards Bay Country Club (1.1 mi) and Lake Mzingazi (1.1 mi). Other nearby points of interest include Richards Bay Golf Driving Range (1.3 mi) and Richards Bay Game Reserve (9.9 mi).

Rooibos Retreat is an adults-only Bed and Breakfast in Richards Bay, 2mi from the city center, at 18 Rooibosrand Arboretum. Key advantages include a free outdoor pool and free parking on site, plus private parking, free Wifi, and streaming service for downtime. Rooms come with air conditioning, private entrances, non-smoking policy, and garden views, with extra-long beds and a bathtub for comfort. Family options are available via kids' meals (extra charges) in a garden setting with a picnic area. This combination of privacy, convenience, and tranquil grounds sets it apart.

Overlooking Richards Bay, BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay offers stylish accommodations in the Tuzi Gazi Waterfront area.

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay offers large, elegantly furnished rooms that boast views of the waterfront and bay area. All rooms include private bathrooms, king-size beds, air conditioning, and a satellite TV.

The hotel's Ship to Shore Restaurant features an open plan design where guests can enjoy watching meals being prepared. Full English breakfast, lunch and dinner served everyday.

Guests can unwind while sipping sundowners on the pool deck that overlooks the Tuzi Gazi Waterfront. The swimming pool features a seating pool area where guests can enjoy meals or drinks while relaxing in shallow waters.

The Ridge Guesthouse is a recently renovated guest house in Richards Bay where guests can make the most of its garden and bar. Featuring pool with a view, the 3-star guest house has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers room service and daily room service for guests.

At the guest house, every unit comes with a desk. Each room comes with a kettle, a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box, and free Wifi, while some rooms come with a terrace and some have sea views. At the guest house, each unit comes with bed linen and towels.

A selection of options including warm dishes, fruit, and juice are served for the à la carte breakfast. Guests may eat at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch, and cocktails.

Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Richards Bay, like cycling.

Alkantstrand Beach is a 5-minute walk from The Ridge Guesthouse, while Richards Bay Country Club is 1.9 miles away. Richards Bay Airport is 7.5 miles from the property.

Umuzi Guest House in Richards Bay stands out with free on-site parking, free Wi-Fi, and a free outdoor pool, plus on-site water sports facilities and a beach. Streaming services (Netflix), a kitchenette with private entrance, air conditioning, garden views, a terrace and sun deck enhance comfort, while non-smoking rooms, wheelchair accessibility, beach umbrellas and chairs, and garden/patio areas add convenience. Free toiletries and a bathtub, plus barbecue and garden amenities, round out the experience. Located 4.6mi from the city center, it combines accessibility with beachfront leisure.

Seagull Lodge in Richards Bay offers a convenient 1.9mi from the city center stay with free on-site parking and complimentary Wi‑Fi. Highlights include an on-site casino, restaurant and bar, plus an outdoor pool and a separate kids’ pool for family stays. The property features a private entrance, air conditioning, non-smoking rooms, a garden view, terrace and balcony, along with a kitchenette and kitchenware for self‑catering. Additional perks include room service, 24‑hour front desk, free toiletries, a bathtub, playground and kids’ meals, as well as airport shuttle (extra) and free private parking.

Gecko Inn in Richards Bay offers a value-packed stay with a private pool and outdoor pool (free), plus free on-site parking and complimentary Wifi. This 3-star inn features air conditioning, a restaurant and bar, 24-hour front desk, and room service, along with a fitness center (free) and meeting/banquet facilities (extra charges). Family stays benefit from kid-friendly buffet, kids' meals, kitchenette and kitchenware, non-smoking rooms, bathtub, and beach-friendly amenities like umbrellas and chairs. Located about 3.1mi from the city center, it provides convenient access to local shops and beaches while ensuring comfort with private entrance and free toiletries.

Mzingeli Guesthouse in Richards Bay offers a unique blend of amenities that set it apart from other hotels. The adults-only bed and breakfast provides free Wi-Fi, a private parking area, and an outdoor swimming pool. Guests can enjoy a hot tub, sun deck, and garden, making it the perfect place to unwind. The hotel's beachfront location, air conditioning, and 24-hour front desk add to its appeal. Additionally, Mzingeli Guesthouse is pet-friendly, providing an all-encompassing experience for guests.

Comfortable Accommodations

Sivande B&B in Richards Bay offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and modern amenities for a pleasant stay.

Leisure Facilities

Guests can relax in the year-round outdoor swimming pool or enjoy the lush garden. Additional features include a lounge, outdoor seating area, and barbecue facilities, ensuring ample opportunities for leisure and entertainment.

Convenient Location

Located 2.5 mi from Richards Bay Airport, the property is close to attractions such as Richards Bay Country Club (5.6 mi) and Richards Bay Golf Driving Range (5.6 mi). Free on-site private parking is available for guests.

Guest Satisfaction

Highly rated for room cleanliness and convenient location, Sivande B&B provides private check-in and check-out services, breakfast in the room, and full-day security.

Located directly on Richards Bay, Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay offers spacious rooms with free WiFi, an outdoor pool and an elegant restaurant. Richards Bay Airport is a 10-minute drive away.

All the rooms at Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay are air-conditioned, and are equipped with satellite TV, writing desks and tea/coffee makers.

Guests can relax with a drink at the Oasis Bar, or enjoy buffet or à la carte local specialties at the hotel’s restaurant.

The Umfolozi Game Reserve is about a one-hour drive from Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay. Durban is a 2-hour drive away.

A good location for a hassle-free getaway in Richards Bay, Imvubu Lodge is a campground surrounded by views of the garden. The property features a garden, bar, and parking on-site among other facilities. This campground provides air-conditioned accommodations with a patio. The campground features an outdoor swimming pool with a pool bar, as well as a spa facilities and full-day security.

At the campground, the units include a wardrobe. Every room is fitted with a kettle and a private bathroom, while certain rooms have a balcony and some have lake views. At the campground, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

À la carte and full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, fruit, and juice are available. Guests are welcome to eat at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner and lunch.

For guests with children, the campground offers kids pool and outdoor play equipment. The campground has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors.

Alkantstrand Beach is a 16-minute walk from Imvubu Lodge, while Richards Bay Country Club is 1.8 miles from the property. Richards Bay Airport is 6.8 miles away.

Comfortable Accommodations

Woodpecker Inn in Richards Bay offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden views. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free WiFi.

Leisure Facilities

Guests can enjoy a year-round outdoor swimming pool, spa facilities, and a fitness room. The property features a garden, outdoor fireplace, and barbecue facilities.

Dining Options

The family-friendly restaurant serves South African cuisine with continental, buffet, vegetarian, and halal breakfast options. Additional amenities include a coffee shop and bar.

Location and Attractions

Located 0.6 mi from Richards Bay Airport, the inn is near attractions such as Richards Bay Country Club (6.8 mi) and Richards Bay Game Reserve (8.7 mi). Free on-site parking is available.

Located between the Indian Ocean and Lake Mzingazi, this classical-style Premier Hotel offers individually decorated rooms with free WiFi in Richards Bay. The stylish Mossel Restaurant serves local and international cuisine.

The mosaic pool of Premier Hotel The Richards is bordered by a terracotta deck and palm shrubs. Guests can train at the gym, relax in the garden

Breakfast, lunch and dinner can be enjoyed in the elegant setting of the restaurant, and a 24-hour room service is available for private meals. The Ladies Bar has a rustic feel, with stone walls and leather chairs.

Colorful blankets and antique lamps create a homely atmosphere in Premier Hotel’s rooms. Satellite TV and a laptop safe box are standard, and some rooms feature a flat-screen TV.

A 90-minute drive from Durban, Premier Hotel The Richards is 1.9 mi from the beach of Alkantstrand. Mzingazi Golf Estate is less than 1.2 mi away.

NOTICE: Room renovations will continue until the end of May 2026.

The hotel restaurant is now fully functional, therefore all meals are served at the hotel and no longer at The Bayshore Hotel.

Splendid Inn Bayshore is located 0.7 mi away from the beaches of the Indian Ocean, in Richards Bay. It features a garden with a swimming pool, a restaurant, and free Wi-Fi in the public areas.

Each unit at The Splendid Inn Bayshore features views of the garden and is modernly decorated. All of them have private bathrooms and include a satellite TV and a telephone.

The restaurant features menus with roast meats and other regional delicacies. A breakfast is served every day upon request. Characteristic braai barbecue facilities are also available.

Several nature and wildlife excursions can be arranged by the property upon request. Guests can also relax in the loungers by the pool and enjoy the garden and the sun.

Tusk Umfolozi Casino in Empangeni is 14 mi away and the Boardwalk Inkwazi Shopping Center is 5.6 mi away. The Tuzi Gazi Waterfront and the Small Craft Harbor are less than 3.1 mi away. Richards Bay Airport is 6.8 mi away and the property offers a shuttle service upon request.

Minilitha Lodge is a Richards Bay guest house on Nkoninga Road, about 4.7mi from the city center. It stands out with free private parking and on-site parking, complimentary Wi-Fi, direct beach access, a private entrance, terrace and balcony with garden views, and non-smoking rooms. The property also features a garden setting with tranquil views and multiple outdoor spaces to enjoy the sea breeze, making it a convenient, relaxing choice among options in the area.

Palm Gardens Guesthouse in Richards Bay provides accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge. With garden views, this accommodation offers a terrace. The guest house provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking, and free Wifi.

The units come with tiled floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom with bath and free toiletries. A toaster, a fridge, and stovetop are also provided, as well as a kettle. At the guest house, all units come with bed linen and towels.

During warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and eat on the private balcony.

Enseleni Nature Reserve is 6 miles from the guest house, while Richards Bay Country Club is 6.6 miles away. Richards Bay Airport is 3.7 miles from the property.

SUN1 Richards Bay offers air-conditioned rooms in Richards Bay. The property is around 1312 feet from Boardwalk Inkwazi Shopping Center and 5.6 mi from Enseleni Nature Reserve. Local points of interest like Lake Mzingazi and Meer n See Shopping Center are reachable within 1.8 mi and 3.7 mi, respectively.

The reception can provide advice on the area in order to help guests plan their day.

Richards Bay Campus University of Zululand is 14 mi from the property.

Comfortable Accommodations

La Rochelle Inn in Richards Bay offers 3-star comfort with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden or pool views. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, work desk, and free toiletries.

Leisure Facilities

Guests can relax on the sun terrace, in the garden, or by the outdoor swimming pool. The inn features an outdoor fireplace, bar, and outdoor seating area. Free on-site private parking is available.

Convenient Location

Located 1.1 mi from Alkantstrand Beach and 6.8 mi from Richards Bay Airport, the inn is near attractions such as Richards Bay Country Club (1.6 mi) and Richards Bay Game Reserve (8.7 mi). Highly rated by guests.

Comfortable Accommodations

Duck Inn Self Catering Units in Richards Bay offers aparthotel-style accommodations with family rooms. Each unit features air-conditioning, a private bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen.

Leisure Facilities

Guests can enjoy a year-round outdoor swimming pool and a lush garden. Additional amenities include a terrace, outdoor dining area, and free on-site private parking.

Convenient Location

Located 6.8 mi from Richards Bay Airport, the aparthotel is a 19-minute walk from Alkantstrand Beach. Nearby attractions include Richards Bay Country Club (1.7 mi) and Lake Mzingazi (1.7 mi).