Top 10 Hotels Near Plaza Bay in Richards Bay for 2026

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A corridor with a tiled floor, a wooden bench, and potted plants.

A traditional thatched-roof house with a paved pathway leading to it, surrounded by lush greenery.

A cozy room with brick walls, a red ceiling, a television, a sofa, a red armchair, and a bar area with stools.

A buffet setup with various food items, condiments, and beverages.

1. La Mer Lodge

1.7 km from Plaza Bay

Elmarie

RM296

RM296 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A large hotel with a central courtyard, a swimming pool, and a well-lit entrance.

A buffet setup with various food items and condiments.

A modern hotel room with a shower, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel reception area with a curved wooden reception desk, a tiled floor, and a large indoor plant on the left.

2. Road Lodge Richards Bay

0.9 km from Plaza Bay

Sithabile

RM196

RM225 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a gas stove, and a shelf with purple flowers.

A bathroom with a shower, toilet, and tiled floor.

A building facade with a large window, a door, and a small outdoor area with a tiled floor.

A living room with a TV on a black stand, a red sofa, a patterned bed, and a red rug.

3. Unami Self-catering Accommodation

1.3 km from Plaza Bay

RM146

RM167 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, a barbecue, and a covered seating area.

A dining area with a large thatched umbrella, wooden chairs, and a brick floor.

A hotel room with a sofa, a round bathtub, a dining table with candles, and a bed with rose petals.

4. Gecko Inn Guest House

1.4 km from Plaza Bay

Cheyne

RM396

RM396 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A table set with a teapot, cups, and a vase with flowers, with a pool and lounge chairs in the background.

A wooden interior with a staircase, wooden furniture, and a chandelier.

A buffet area with various food items, a coffee station, and a selection of glassware on shelves.

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with red and white bedding, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

5. Woodpecker Inn

3 km from Plaza Bay

Elmarie

RM278

RM320 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with air conditioning units.

An outdoor café with tables and chairs, a bar area, and a view of the street.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, two beds, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A building entrance with a tiled walkway, potted plants, and a large vase.

6. Seagull Lodge

1.2 km from Plaza Bay

SARAH

RM278

RM320 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a dining table with chairs.

A bedroom with a four-poster canopy bed, bedside tables with lamps, a vase with flowers, and balloons.

A covered outdoor area with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a garden.

7. Hillton Manor Guest House

7.2 km from Plaza Bay

Kusa

RM299

RM299 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A house with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sunset over a body of water.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with a view of greenery and hills, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a bench, a trash bin, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A modern house with a glass railing overlooking a grassy area and a body of water.

8. The Ridge Guesthouse

6.9 km from Plaza Bay

RM431

RM496 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a marina with boats.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a painting, and a balcony with a view.

A hotel with multiple floors, a waterfront view, and a sandy beach area.

A marina with several boats docked, a building with multiple balconies, and a sandy beach area.

9. BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

5.8 km from Plaza Bay

Rob

RM498

RM573 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A modern hotel room with a stone-textured wall, a dark headboard, and a neatly made bed with two pillows.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small dining table, and a kitchenette.

A modern lobby with a staircase, seating area, reception desk, and potted plants.

A corridor with a tiled floor, white walls, and doors on both sides.

10. Bayside Lodge Empangeni

15.4 km from Plaza Bay

Mary-Anne

RM159

RM183 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and a distant pier.

A reception desk at Indaba Lodge with a wooden finish, a metal counter, and a potted plant.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a large mirror.

11. Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

6.8 km from Plaza Bay

Sarah J

RM285

RM328 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bar area with a brick wall, bar stools, and a counter displaying bottles.

A neatly made bed with a tray of fruit and snacks, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A covered outdoor area with palm trees, stone benches, and a fountain.

12. Premier Hotel The Richards

6.4 km from Plaza Bay

Pragasen

RM354

RM407 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rustic bar area with wooden furniture and a thatched roof.

A bedroom with a brick wall, wooden beams, a bed with white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a refrigerator.

An outdoor dining area with a brick wall, a brick fireplace, and a wooden table with chairs.

A building with thatched roofs and a central courtyard.

13. Marrob Lodge

17.2 km from Plaza Bay

Chad

RM296

RM340 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outside.

A modern building with a covered walkway, large windows, and a garden area with stepping stones.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a mirror, and curtains.

A bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower.

14. Minilitha Lodge

3.2 km from Plaza Bay

RM190

RM190 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A living room with a sofa, dining table, chairs, and a TV.

A living room with a sofa, a wooden desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and two framed artworks on the wall.

A residential area with multiple two-story houses, each with a garage.

15. 12 Saddleback Village

7.6 km from Plaza Bay

RM259

RM259 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A restaurant with brick walls, wooden wine racks, and tables set for dining.

A garden with a fountain, a gazebo, and various plants.

A modern building with a concrete facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.

16. BON Hotel Empangeni

15.4 km from Plaza Bay

thabo

RM328

RM378 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A pathway flanked by palm trees and a building with illuminated windows.

A building with a covered entrance, paved walkway, and surrounding greenery.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, and a wardrobe.

A building with a white facade, a covered porch, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

17. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

6.4 km from Plaza Bay

Cathleen

RM239

RM274 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bar area with wooden furniture, a stone wall, and a thatched roof.

A cozy living room with striped sofas, a fireplace, and draped curtains.

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a building with large windows.

A rustic bridge over a small stream with a water wheel and various garden sculptures.

18. La Rochelle Inn

6 km from Plaza Bay

Ari

RM214

RM246 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Top Plaza Bay Hotel Reviews

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place to stay in staffs are friendly its clean"

Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

10/10 Excellent

"The place was clean but looks a bit run down or rather not properly looked after. Here and there you spot doors, aircons etc"

Woodpecker Inn

8/10 Good

"We only stayed 1 night. But, the food was terrific. The staff from the front to the bar and restaurant were terrific and engaging. Quick shout out to Jocelyn (spelling i hope is correct) from the restaurant, for the laughs!!! Our room was quaint and comfortable. We also had a convenient shuttle pickup from Richards Bay airport. If I came back, I would definitely stay here again."

Road Lodge Richards Bay

10/10 Excellent

"All good and pleasant! Unfortunately the complex in the front near the reception. Blaring music till early hours of the morning."

Hillton Manor Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Esther and Scelo were fantastic staff members. The breakfast was excellent, and everything else was great. The only issue I encountered was with the Wi-Fi; it kept disconnecting. If you need a stable connection for work, it might be a problem. Otherwise, everything was good."

Gecko Inn Guest House

8/10 Good

"Nice clean, spacious room. Helpful staff."

The Ridge Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful views of the surrounding landscape, and well maintained rooms. "

Other attractions near Plaza Bay

Richards Bay Library

Richards Bay Library is just one of the places to see in Richards Bay, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Boardwalk Mall

8.6/10 (7 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Boardwalk Mall during your trip to Richards Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Richards Bay Stadium

Catch an event at Richards Bay Stadium during your trip to Richards Bay. Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Aquadene Public Library

After visiting Aquadene Public Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Richards Bay. Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Zululand Yacht Club

Explore the waterfront in Richards Bay with a trip to Zululand Yacht Club. Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Lake Mzingazi

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Mzingazi during your travels in Richards Bay. Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Pelican Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pelican Island during your travels in Richards Bay. Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Naval Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Naval Island during your travels in Richards Bay. Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Plaza Bay?

Plaza Bay is located in Richards Bay. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 5 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Plaza Bay?

Road Lodge Richards Bay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Plaza Bay. Other good options within a short distance include Seagull Lodge and Gecko Inn Guest House.

How many hotels are there close to Plaza Bay?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Plaza Bay.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Plaza Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Plaza Bay.

What can I see and do near Plaza Bay?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Richards Bay Park and Enseleni Nature Reserve. Enjoy nature at Alkandstrand Beach, Naval Island or Lake Mzingazi. You might plan a visit to Zululand Yacht Club or Richards Bay Stadium while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Plaza Bay hotels

1. La Mer Lodge

2. Road Lodge Richards Bay

3. Unami Self-catering Accommodation

4. Gecko Inn Guest House

5. Woodpecker Inn

6. Seagull Lodge

7. Hillton Manor Guest House

8. The Ridge Guesthouse

9. BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

10. Bayside Lodge Empangeni

11. Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

12. Premier Hotel The Richards

13. Marrob Lodge

14. Minilitha Lodge

15. 12 Saddleback Village

16. BON Hotel Empangeni

17. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

18. La Rochelle Inn

Top Plaza Bay Hotel Reviews

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

Woodpecker Inn

Road Lodge Richards Bay

Hillton Manor Guest House

Gecko Inn Guest House

The Ridge Guesthouse

Other attractions near Plaza Bay

Richards Bay Library

Boardwalk Mall

Richards Bay Stadium

Aquadene Public Library

Zululand Yacht Club

Lake Mzingazi

Pelican Island

Naval Island

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