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Our top choices for Plaza Bay hotels

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

1. La Mer Lodge

La Mer Lodge
3.0 star property
1.7 km from Plaza Bay
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
13 Nov - 14 Nov
La Mer Lodge
A large hotel with a central courtyard, a swimming pool, and a well-lit entrance.

2. Road Lodge Richards Bay

Road Lodge Richards Bay
1.0 star property
0.9 km from Plaza Bay
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
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Road Lodge Richards Bay
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a gas stove, and a shelf with purple flowers.

3. Unami Self-catering Accommodation

Unami Self-catering Accommodation
1.3 km from Plaza Bay
The price is €37
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Unami Self-catering Accommodation
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

4. Gecko Inn Guest House

Gecko Inn Guest House
3.0 star property
1.4 km from Plaza Bay
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.

5. Woodpecker Inn

Woodpecker Inn
3.0 star property
3 km from Plaza Bay
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
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Woodpecker Inn
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with air conditioning units.

6. Seagull Lodge

Seagull Lodge
3.0 star property
1.2 km from Plaza Bay
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
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
7.2 km from Plaza Bay
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 modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

8. The Ridge Guesthouse

The Ridge Guesthouse
3.5 star property
6.9 km from Plaza Bay
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.

9. BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay
4.0 star property
5.8 km from Plaza Bay
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.

10. Premier Hotel The Richards

Premier Hotel The Richards
4.0 star property
6.4 km from Plaza Bay
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.

11. Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay
3.5 star property
6.8 km from Plaza Bay
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 modern hotel room with a stone-textured wall, a dark headboard, and a neatly made bed with two pillows.

12. Bayside Lodge Empangeni

Bayside Lodge Empangeni
3.0 star property
15.4 km from Plaza Bay
7.2 out of 10, Good, (26 reviews)
"Its a pig sty noisy brothel. Dont do it!!!!"
South Africa
Mary-Anne
The price is €40
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Bayside Lodge Empangeni
A hotel entrance with a neon sign reading "PEERMONT METROURT" and a flag above it.

13. Umfolozi Hotel

Umfolozi Hotel
3.0 star property
14.7 km from Plaza Bay
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.

14. Minilitha Lodge

Minilitha Lodge
3.2 km from Plaza Bay
The price is €37
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Minilitha Lodge
A living room with a sofa, dining table, chairs, and a TV.

15. 12 Saddleback Village

12 Saddleback Village
4.0 star property
7.6 km from Plaza Bay
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
12 Saddleback Village
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

16. BON Hotel Empangeni

BON Hotel Empangeni
3.0 star property
15.4 km from Plaza Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (35 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Rooms are clean and the restaurant served amazing breakfast."
South Africa
thabo
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
BON Hotel Empangeni
A pathway flanked by palm trees and a building with illuminated windows.

17. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore
3.0 star property
6.4 km from Plaza Bay
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.

18. La Rochelle Inn

La Rochelle Inn
3.0 star property
6 km from Plaza Bay
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
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Top Plaza Bay 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 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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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.