The Best Hotels Closest to Plaza Bay in Richards Bay for 2026

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

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

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.

1. La Mer Lodge

1.7 km from Plaza Bay

Elmarie

AED 234

AED 234 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 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 swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by a grassy lawn and trees.

2. Road Lodge Richards Bay

0.9 km from Plaza Bay

Sithabile

AED 174

AED 201 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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.

3. Unami Self-catering Accommodation

1.3 km from Plaza Bay

AED 119

AED 139 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

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 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.

4. Gecko Inn Guest House

1.4 km from Plaza Bay

Cheyne

AED 356

AED 356 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

5. Woodpecker Inn

3 km from Plaza Bay

Elmarie

AED 208

AED 245 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 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.

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

6. Seagull Lodge

1.2 km from Plaza Bay

SARAH

AED 235

AED 273 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

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.

7. Hillton Manor Guest House

7.2 km from Plaza Bay

Kusa

AED 253

AED 253 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

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

A modern house with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a view of the landscape.

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

8. The Ridge Guesthouse

6.9 km from Plaza Bay

AED 372

AED 430 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

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 room with a balcony, a bed with multiple pillows, a coffee table, and striped armchairs.

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

AED 398

AED 466 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

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.

10. Bayside Lodge Empangeni

15.4 km from Plaza Bay

Mary-Anne

AED 143

AED 165 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A buffet with various dishes and condiments.

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.

11. Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

6.8 km from Plaza Bay

Sarah J

AED 274

AED 318 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

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

A hotel corridor with a checkered floor, a round table with an easel, and a chandelier.

12. Premier Hotel The Richards

6.4 km from Plaza Bay

Pragasen

AED 306

AED 353 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

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

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

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.

13. Marrob Lodge

17.2 km from Plaza Bay

Chad

AED 229

AED 268 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

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."

14. 5 Beach Dunes

6.7 km from Plaza Bay

Mornay

AED 239

AED 239 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower.

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.

15. Minilitha Lodge

3.2 km from Plaza Bay

AED 160

AED 160 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 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.

16. 12 Saddleback Village

7.6 km from Plaza Bay

AED 232

AED 232 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 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 modern building with a concrete facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.

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

17. BON Hotel Empangeni

15.4 km from Plaza Bay

thabo

AED 260

AED 304 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

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

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

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

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

18. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

6.4 km from Plaza Bay

Cathleen

AED 214

AED 247 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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.

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

19. La Rochelle Inn

6 km from Plaza Bay

Ari

AED 191

AED 219 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Top Plaza Bay Hotel Reviews

Premier Hotel The Richards

10/10 Excellent

"The stay was good beside the fact that the was no water in Richard's Bay"

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."

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 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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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, check out the 5 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Plaza Bay?

Road Lodge Richards Bay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler 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 will I find near Plaza Bay?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations 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! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Plaza Bay.

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

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Plaza Bay, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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. 5 Beach Dunes

15. Minilitha Lodge

16. 12 Saddleback Village

17. BON Hotel Empangeni

18. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

19. La Rochelle Inn

Top Plaza Bay Hotel Reviews

Premier Hotel The Richards

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

Woodpecker Inn

Road Lodge Richards Bay

Hillton Manor Guest House

Gecko Inn Guest House

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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