The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Mzingazi in Richards Bay for 2026

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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 long wooden table set with glassware, cutlery, and floral centerpieces.

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

1. Hillton Manor Guest House

0.9 km from Lake Mzingazi

Gregory C.

AED 268

AED 268 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a washing machine.

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.

2. 12 Saddleback Village

1.6 km from Lake Mzingazi

AED 232

AED 232 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

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

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.

3. BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

4.9 km from Lake Mzingazi

Rob

AED 388

AED 455 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

A swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by a grassy lawn and trees.

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.

4. Road Lodge Richards Bay

5.6 km from Lake Mzingazi

Sithabile

AED 169

AED 195 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 house with a glass railing overlooking a grassy area and a body of water.

A swimming pool with a sunset view, palm trees, and a distant shoreline.

5. The Ridge Guesthouse

4.4 km from Lake Mzingazi

AED 386

AED 444 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A reception desk with a stone facade, white columns, and a chandelier.

A reception desk with a sign reading "THE RICHARDS" in the background.

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

A pool area with a tiled edge, lounge chairs, and a covered walkway with columns.

6. Premier Hotel The Richards

3.9 km from Lake Mzingazi

Pragasen

AED 317

AED 365 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

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

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

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

7. Bayside Lodge Empangeni

21.8 km from Lake Mzingazi

Mary-Anne

AED 142

AED 164 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

A buffet with various dishes and condiments.

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.

8. Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

4.1 km from Lake Mzingazi

Sarah J

AED 264

AED 304 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

A cozy living room with a wooden floor, two sofas, a coffee table, and a view of an outdoor area with a brick wall and a wooden ceiling.

A building with thatched roofs and a central courtyard.

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

9. Marrob Lodge

18.2 km from Lake Mzingazi

Chad

AED 238

AED 278 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, red upholstered furniture, and a built-in entertainment unit.

A modern building with a red and green facade, labeled 'PEERMONT METROUR.'

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a laptop, and a TV.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

10. Peermont Metcourt at Umfolozi

20.8 km from Lake Mzingazi

AED 314

AED 363 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

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

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

A narrow pathway flanked by a garden with stepping stones and various plants.

11. Minilitha Lodge

3.9 km from Lake Mzingazi

AED 156

AED 156 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

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

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

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, patterned bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall clock.

12. Unami Self-catering Accommodation

5.9 km from Lake Mzingazi

AED 108

AED 128 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 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 modern building with a concrete facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.

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

A wall with the text "BON HOTEL EMPANGENI" and a crown symbol above the word "BON".

13. BON Hotel Empangeni

21.7 km from Lake Mzingazi

thabo

AED 259

AED 303 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, and a mirror on the nightstand.

A dining area with a glass table and striped cushioned chairs, a white shelf with a plant, and a view through a glass door.

A two-story building with a sign reading "The Beach Dunes."

A residential area with a swimming pool surrounded by a white fence, houses with brick exteriors, and a clear blue sky.

14. 5 Beach Dunes

3.9 km from Lake Mzingazi

AED 238

AED 238 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

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

A rustic cabin with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery including palm trees and a large tree with a thick trunk.

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

15. Woodpecker Inn

4 km from Lake Mzingazi

Elmarie

AED 249

AED 287 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

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

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

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a jukebox on the wall.

16. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

4.1 km from Lake Mzingazi

Cathleen

AED 214

AED 246 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

A pool area with a brick structure, seating, and lush greenery.

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

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

17. La Mer Lodge

5.8 km from Lake Mzingazi

Elmarie

AED 265

AED 265 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

A hallway with a stone wall and metal animal sculptures.

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

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

18. Gecko Inn Guest House

5.7 km from Lake Mzingazi

Cheyne

AED 354

AED 354 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

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

A two-story building with a central entrance, air conditioning units, and a small outdoor seating area with a bench and table.

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

19. Seagull Lodge

5.7 km from Lake Mzingazi

SARAH

AED 232

AED 269 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 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 rustic bridge over a small stream with a water wheel and various garden sculptures.

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

20. La Rochelle Inn

3.6 km from Lake Mzingazi

Ari

AED 182

AED 211 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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Top Lake Mzingazi 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."

Luxury Penthouse Loft Apartment at La Casa Villa

10/10 Excellent

"The place was suitable for everyone.excellent "

The Ridge Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

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

Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great!! "

Other attractions near Lake Mzingazi

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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Richards Bay Park

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Richards Bay Park, a lovely green space in Richards Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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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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Alkandstrand Beach

7.6/10 (5 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Alkandstrand Beach 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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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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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 find the perfect gifts to bring home at Boardwalk Mall during your stay in Richards Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Mzingazi?

Lake Mzingazi is located in Richards Bay. You'll find 39 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Lake Mzingazi?

Hillton Manor Guest House is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this guesthouse offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Lake Mzingazi. Other good choices within a few miles include Premier Hotel The Richards and The Elephant Hills B&B.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Lake Mzingazi?

Expedia has 39 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Lake Mzingazi.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Lake Mzingazi.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lake Mzingazi?

For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Lake Mzingazi, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Lake Mzingazi?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Richards Bay Park, Alkandstrand Beach, and Naval Island. A trip to Boardwalk Mall and Plaza Bay might be just the ticket for souvenir shopping. 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 Lake Mzingazi hotels

1. Hillton Manor Guest House

2. 12 Saddleback Village

3. BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

4. Road Lodge Richards Bay

5. The Ridge Guesthouse

6. Premier Hotel The Richards

7. Bayside Lodge Empangeni

8. Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

9. Marrob Lodge

10. Peermont Metcourt at Umfolozi

11. Minilitha Lodge

12. Unami Self-catering Accommodation

13. BON Hotel Empangeni

14. 5 Beach Dunes

15. Woodpecker Inn

16. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

17. La Mer Lodge

18. Gecko Inn Guest House

19. Seagull Lodge

20. La Rochelle Inn

Top Lake Mzingazi Hotel Reviews

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

Woodpecker Inn

Road Lodge Richards Bay

Hillton Manor Guest House

Luxury Penthouse Loft Apartment at La Casa Villa

The Ridge Guesthouse

Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

Other attractions near Lake Mzingazi

Zululand Yacht Club

Richards Bay Park

Pelican Island

Alkandstrand Beach

Naval Island

Richards Bay Stadium

Richards Bay Library

Boardwalk Mall

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