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Our top choices for Pelican Island hotels

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

1. The Ridge Guesthouse

The Ridge Guesthouse
3.5 star property
1 km from Pelican Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Beautiful views of the surrounding landscape, and well maintained rooms. "
United Kingdom
JJ
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
The Ridge Guesthouse
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a marina with boats.

2. BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay
4.0 star property
0.6 km from Pelican Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (102 reviews)
"Great place."
United States
Rob
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay
A covered outdoor area with palm trees, stone benches, and a fountain.

3. Premier Hotel The Richards

Premier Hotel The Richards
4.0 star property
1 km from Pelican Island
7.6 out of 10, Good, (91 reviews)
"Excellent Spa facilities, especially the happy hour rates."
Saudi Arabia
Pragasen
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Premier Hotel The Richards
A reception desk at Indaba Lodge with a wooden finish, a metal counter, and a potted plant.

4. Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay
3.5 star property
1.2 km from Pelican Island
7.6 out of 10, Good, (11 reviews)
"The service was awesome. Staff extremely helpful. Thanks for a nice stay."
United Kingdom
Sarah J
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay
A pathway flanked by palm trees and a building with illuminated windows.

5. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore
3.0 star property
0.9 km from Pelican Island
7.4 out of 10, Good, (115 reviews)
"Staff was great!! "
United States
Cathleen
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore
A cozy living room with striped sofas, a fireplace, and draped curtains.

6. La Rochelle Inn

La Rochelle Inn
3.0 star property
1.3 km from Pelican Island
6.0 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"Nice place and friendly stuff. Breakfast was really good 😊 the room was little bit out of date."
Finland
Ari
The price is €54
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
La Rochelle Inn
A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

7. Hillton Manor Guest House

Hillton Manor Guest House
4.0 star property
5 km from Pelican Island
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Wow, wow and wow The people, the service and the place deserve 11 out of 10 Definitely going back there"
South Africa
Kusa
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hillton Manor Guest House
A corridor with a tiled floor, a wooden bench, and potted plants.

8. La Mer Lodge

La Mer Lodge
3.0 star property
4.8 km from Pelican Island
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (10 reviews)
"La Mer is always my preferred accommodation for all my business trips to Richards Bay, thanks for this trip again "
South Africa
Elmarie
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
La Mer Lodge
A large hotel with a central courtyard, a swimming pool, and a well-lit entrance.

9. Road Lodge Richards Bay

Road Lodge Richards Bay
1.0 star property
5.6 km from Pelican Island
7.8 out of 10, Good, (165 reviews)
"Excellent every thing ,I always enjoy my trip every time if I was there"
South Africa
Sithabile
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Road Lodge Richards Bay
A hotel entrance with a neon sign reading "PEERMONT METROURT" and a flag above it.

10. Umfolozi Hotel

Umfolozi Hotel
3.0 star property
18.4 km from Pelican Island
6.8 out of 10, (8 reviews)
"Always great "
South Africa
Anonymous traveller
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Umfolozi Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outside.

11. Minilitha Lodge

Minilitha Lodge
6.3 km from Pelican Island
The price is €37
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Minilitha Lodge
A living room with a sofa, dining table, chairs, and a TV.

12. 12 Saddleback Village

12 Saddleback Village
4.0 star property
4.5 km from Pelican Island
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
12 Saddleback Village
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a gas stove, and a shelf with purple flowers.

13. Unami Self-catering Accommodation

Unami Self-catering Accommodation
5.2 km from Pelican Island
The price is €37
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Unami Self-catering Accommodation
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

14. Gecko Inn Guest House

Gecko Inn Guest House
3.0 star property
6.8 km from Pelican Island
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (26 reviews)
"Nice clean, spacious room. Helpful staff."
South Africa
Cheyne
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Gecko Inn Guest House
A table set with a teapot, cups, and a vase with flowers, with a pool and lounge chairs in the background.

15. Woodpecker Inn

Woodpecker Inn
3.0 star property
6.2 km from Pelican Island
7.8 out of 10, Good, (8 reviews)
"One of my trustworthy B&B in Richards Bay during my business travels and hopefully not the last "
South Africa
Elmarie
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Woodpecker Inn
A room with a Corona Extra branded wall, a white table, and black chairs.

16. Seagull Lodge

Seagull Lodge
3.0 star property
5.2 km from Pelican Island
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"The listing is an Holiday Apartments and not suitable for business travel"
South Africa
SARAH
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Seagull Lodge
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Compare popular hotels close to Pelican Island

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the outdoors.
The Ridge Guesthouse
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
7 reviews
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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a marina with boats.
BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay
4.0 star property
8.4
Very good
102 reviews
View
A covered outdoor area with palm trees, stone benches, and a fountain.
Premier Hotel The Richards
4.0 star property
7.6
Good
91 reviews
View
A reception desk at Indaba Lodge with a wooden finish, a metal counter, and a potted plant.
Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay
3.5 star property
7.6
Good
11 reviews
View
A pathway flanked by palm trees and a building with illuminated windows.
Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore
3.0 star property
7.4
Good
115 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Pelican Island

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

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay
4.0 star property
Richards Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (102)
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

Top Pelican Island Hotel Reviews

Premier Hotel The Richards

Premier Hotel The Richards

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel very friendly staff. Extended my hotel and the staff were great at sorting everything for me. Restaurant had very good quality food"
anthony 4-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Premier Hotel The Richards

Other attractions near Pelican Island

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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Pelican Island?
Pelican Island is located in Richards Bay. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 12 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Pelican Island?
Premier Hotel The Richards is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Pelican Island. Other good choices within a short distance include BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay and Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Pelican Island?
Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Pelican Island.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Pelican Island, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Pelican Island.
What can I see and do near Pelican Island?
At Richards Bay Park, Alkandstrand Beach and Naval Island, take some time to really appreciate nature. A trip to Boardwalk Mall and Plaza Bay might be just the ticket for souvenir shopping. If you've got some time to explore the area around Pelican Island, you may want to make a stop by Zululand Yacht Club, Richards Bay Stadium and Richards Bay Game Reserve.