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

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

1. Gecko Inn Guest House

1.2 km from Richards Bay Library

Cheyne

AED 313

AED 313 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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.

A buffet setup with various food items and condiments.

2. Road Lodge Richards Bay

0.6 km from Richards Bay Library

Sithabile

AED 165

AED 192 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower.

3. Minilitha Lodge

2.9 km from Richards Bay Library

AED 154

AED 154 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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

4. Unami Self-catering Accommodation

1.2 km from Richards Bay Library

AED 123

AED 142 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

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

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

5. Woodpecker Inn

2.8 km from Richards Bay Library

Elmarie

AED 209

AED 247 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

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.

6. Seagull Lodge

1 km from Richards Bay Library

SARAH

AED 252

AED 290 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

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

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

7. Hillton Manor Guest House

6.9 km from Richards Bay Library

Kusa

AED 244

AED 244 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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 clear view of a lake and trees in the background.

8. The Ridge Guesthouse

6.7 km from Richards Bay Library

AED 355

AED 414 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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

A hotel with multiple floors, a waterfront view, 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 room with a balcony, a bed with multiple pillows, a coffee table, and striped armchairs.

9. BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

5.7 km from Richards Bay Library

Rob

AED 396

AED 465 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A small room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a kitchenette with a coffee maker, and a trash bin.

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.

10. Bayside Lodge Empangeni

15.7 km from Richards Bay Library

Mary-Anne

AED 144

AED 166 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 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.

11. Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

6.6 km from Richards Bay Library

Sarah J

AED 235

AED 273 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

A hotel with a white facade, palm trees, and a fenced parking area.

A nighttime view of a hotel entrance with a sign for 'Premier Hotel The Richards'.

12. Premier Hotel The Richards

6.1 km from Richards Bay Library

Pragasen

AED 285

AED 333 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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.

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

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

13. Marrob Lodge

17.2 km from Richards Bay Library

Chad

AED 254

AED 294 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

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

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

A restaurant interior with multiple dining tables and chairs, a wall with framed artwork, and a red accent wall.

14. Peermont Metcourt at Umfolozi

15 km from Richards Bay Library

AED 317

AED 367 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A marina with boats, a dock, and a view of a tropical shoreline with trees and buildings.

A marina with multiple sailboats docked, surrounded by palm trees.

A compact kitchen with a central island, two stools, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

A calm lake with boats, a sandy beach, and a grassy area in the foreground.

15. Waterfront Accomodation

5.6 km from Richards Bay Library

AED 401

AED 401 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 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 compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a washing machine.

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

16. 12 Saddleback Village

7.3 km from Richards Bay Library

AED 234

AED 234 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 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 wall with the text "BON HOTEL EMPANGENI" and a crown symbol above the word "BON".

17. BON Hotel Empangeni

15.7 km from Richards Bay Library

thabo

AED 256

AED 300 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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

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

A hotel with a thatched roof and a separate building with a sign reading "LA ROCHELLE - INN".

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

18. La Rochelle Inn

5.7 km from Richards Bay Library

Ari

AED 178

AED 207 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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

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

19. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

6.2 km from Richards Bay Library

Cathleen

AED 216

AED 248 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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Top Richards Bay Library 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."

Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great!! "

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Richards Bay Library?

Richards Bay Library is located in Richards Bay. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 6 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Richards Bay Library?

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 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Richards Bay Library. Other good options within a short distance include Seagull Lodge and Gecko Inn Guest House.

How many hotels are there near Richards Bay Library?

Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Richards Bay Library.

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

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Richards Bay Library.

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

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Richards Bay Library, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Richards Bay Library?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Richards Bay Park and Enseleni Nature Reserve. At Alkandstrand Beach, Naval Island, and Lake Mzingazi, you can surround yourself with nature. A trip to Boardwalk Mall and Plaza Bay might be just the ticket for souvenir shopping.

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Our top choices for Richards Bay Library hotels

1. Gecko Inn Guest House

2. Road Lodge Richards Bay

3. Minilitha Lodge

4. Unami Self-catering Accommodation

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. Peermont Metcourt at Umfolozi

15. Waterfront Accomodation

16. 12 Saddleback Village

17. BON Hotel Empangeni

18. La Rochelle Inn

19. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

Top Richards Bay Library 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

Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

Other attractions near Richards Bay Library

Plaza Bay

Boardwalk Mall

Richards Bay Stadium

Aquadene Public Library

Zululand Yacht Club

Lake Mzingazi

Pelican Island

Naval Island

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