Beachfront hotels in Richards Bay

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Richards Bay. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Imvubu Lodge Richards Bay, South Africa

  

  Hotel. Imvubu Lodge is located less than 1 km from the beach and just under 8 km from Richards Bay. It features an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by trees and a sunny terrace. Imvubu Lodge offers air-conditioned chalets complete with wooden décor with local touches. Each has a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer. Most have barbecue facilities and a fully-equipped kitchen. Breakfast is served daily, which can also be taken in the room. It has 2 restaurants, including the Sun Downer Deck and Bar with panoramic sea views and à la carte dining. Activities in the area include golf at Richards Bay Driving Range and shopping at Meerensee Mall, both less than 1.5 km away from the hotel. Imvubu Lodge is 12 km from Richards Bay Airport. The hotel also offers 24 hour security and free parking. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around 1161 ZAR.

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• 2 The Ridge Guesthouse Richards Bay, South Africa

  

  Guest house. Set in Richards Bay, 400 metres from Alkantstrand Beach, The Ridge Guesthouse offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. With a bar, the 3-star guest house has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is allergy-free and is situated 3. 1 km from Richards Bay Country Club. At the guest house, rooms have a desk. Every room includes a safety deposit box, while some rooms come with a balcony and others also provide guests with sea views. The units in The Ridge Guesthouse are equipped with a TV and free toiletries. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes buffet, à la carte and Full English/Irish options. The accommodation offers a sun terrace. Guests at The Ridge Guesthouse will be able to enjoy activities in and around Richards Bay, like cycling. Richards Bay Golf Driving Range is 3.5 km from the guest house, while Enseleni Nature Reserve is 18 km away. The nearest airport is Richards Bay, 12 km from The Ridge Guesthouse, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 1160 ZAR.

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• 3 Nqabanqaba Richards Bay, South Africa

  

  Bed and Breakfast. Situated in Richards Bay, 1.8 km from Richards Bay Country Club and 2.1 km from Richards Bay Golf Driving Range, Nqabanqaba features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and access to a garden with an outdoor swimming pool. There is a water park and a casino on site and guests can enjoy the on-site bar. The bed and breakfast provides guests with a terrace, pool views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge and a microwave, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A à la carte, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. There is a shared lounge at this property and guests can go diving and cycling nearby. Enseleni Nature Reserve is 19 km from Nqabanqaba, while Kwambonambi Golf Club is 30 km from the property. The nearest airport is Richards Bay, 13 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 650 ZAR.

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• 4 Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartment Richards Bay, South Africa

  

  Apartment. Featuring garden views, Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartment provides accommodation with a private beach area and a balcony, around 5.1 km from Richards Bay Country Club. This apartment features a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. This 2-bedroom apartment will provide you with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a living room. The accommodation is equipped with a kitchen. There is an outdoor swimming pool and a children's playground at this property and guests can go hiking nearby. Richards Bay Golf Driving Range is 5.5 km from the apartment, while Enseleni Nature Reserve is 18 km away. The nearest airport is Richards Bay Airport, 11 km from Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartment. Show full description Guest review score 8.9

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• 5 AveBulela Penthouse Richards Bay, South Africa

  

  Apartment. Located in Richards Bay, 1.9 km from Richards Bay Country Club and 2.2 km from Richards Bay Golf Driving Range, AveBulela Penthouse offers an outdoor swimming pool and air conditioning. This apartment has a private pool, a garden and free private parking. The apartment with a terrace and city views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchenette with a fridge and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. Enseleni Nature Reserve is 19 km from the apartment, while Kwambonambi Golf Club is 30 km away. The nearest airport is Richards Bay Airport, 13 km from AveBulela Penthouse. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 675 ZAR.

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• 6 Mzingazi waterfront Richards Bay, South Africa

  

  Apartment. Featuring accommodation with a private pool, Mzingazi waterfront is set in Richards Bay. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a kitchen and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is featured. The apartment offers a barbecue. Fishing is possible within the area and Mzingazi waterfront offers a private beach area. Richards Bay Country Club is 5 km from the accommodation, while Richards Bay Golf Driving Range is 5.4 km away. The nearest airport is Richards Bay Airport, 11 km from Mzingazi waterfront. Show full description Guest review score 7.6, rooms from around 1125 ZAR.

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• 7 M-crystals Richards Bay, South Africa

  

  Homestay. Situated 13 km from Richards Bay Country Club, M-crystals offers an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. Guests at the homestay can enjoy a continental breakfast. A barbecue is available for guests at M-crystals to use. Richards Bay Golf Driving Range is 13 km from the accommodation, while Enseleni Nature Reserve is 15 km from the property. The nearest airport is Richards Bay Airport, 1 km from M-crystals. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around 700 ZAR.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!