About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Umuzi Guest House in Richards Bay offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden or pool views. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy a sun terrace, outdoor swimming pool, and water sports facilities. The property features a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and barbecue facilities. Free on-site private parking is available. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are provided, including continental, buffet, and full English/Irish. Breakfast includes warm dishes, juice, and fruits. Convenient Location: Located 13 km from Richards Bay Airport, the guest house is near attractions such as Richards Bay Country Club (2.6 km) and Lake Mzingazi (2.5 km). Highly rated for room comfort and excellent service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tholi
    South Africa South Africa
    The stuff was friendly, and the owners were super amazing. The place was generally peaceful and homely.
  • Pat
    South Africa South Africa
    Anne was a fabulous host. Very friendly and accommodating. Would most certainly stay there again and recommend it :)
  • Dan
    South Africa South Africa
    Neat, well kept, lovely facilities and wonderful hosts and staff.
  • Carla
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything! A stayed before, and it just gets better each time
  • Natisha
    South Africa South Africa
    Warm friendly owners who extended great service and warmth.
  • Carla
    South Africa South Africa
    The pool was amazing, and I've never met a more friendly host. It's definitely worth a regular visit.
  • Rajen
    South Africa South Africa
    Didnt take breakfast Location a bit out of town but worth the drive
  • Koekemoer
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything about his place is outstanding. Great value! Even the gardener wished me a pleasant stay and welcomed me back. What a gem the chap is!
  • Irina
    Romania Romania
    Lovely place, super nice host! We stayed there only for one night, the accommodation is great, and we loved the pool area. Breakfast was also good. The only downside is there's not much to do in Richard's bay and the beaches were really not great,...
  • Nqobani
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything about it. The Pool, and the Room was exceptional

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Anne Butler, Ockert Koen, Carla Koen

Company review score: 9.4Based on 101 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Do you want to feel real special? Umuzi is where you want to be :-)

Property information

Guests are treated as VIP's and become friends. Our aim to make you at home from checking in and our facilities are a fee-up, relax and have fun motto. We are very flexible and are open for requests and special needs or surprises. Look forward showing you real soon what Umuzi is all about :-)

Neighbourhood information

With the most beautiful trees in South Africa which attracts numerous butterflies and birds it is paradise. Fresh air, blue open skies and many surprises awaiting you.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

House rules

Umuzi Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:30 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 05:30 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroUnionPay credit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 06:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Umuzi Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.