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Our top choices for Plaza Bay hotels

Outdoor pool
Road Lodge Richards Bay

Road Lodge Richards Bay

Road Lodge Richards Bay
1.0 star property
0.9 km from Plaza Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (157)
"Awesome"
South Africa
Tuzinde
The price is NZ$84
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Road Lodge Richards Bay
Terrace/patio
La Mer Lodge

La Mer Lodge

La Mer Lodge
3.0 star property
1.7 km from Plaza Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (10)
"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 NZ$114
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
La Mer Lodge
Deluxe Double Room | Private kitchen
Unami Self-catering Accommodation

Unami Self-catering Accommodation

Unami Self-catering Accommodation
1.3 km from Plaza Bay
The price is NZ$69
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Unami Self-catering Accommodation
Honeymoon Suite | Garden view
Gecko Inn Guest House

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, (25)
"Noisy water pipes and a rattling front door presented a good night sleep. "
United States
Anthony
Gecko Inn Guest House
Food and drink
Woodpecker Inn

Woodpecker Inn

Woodpecker Inn
3.0 star property
3 km from Plaza Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (7)
"One of my trustworthy B&B in Richards Bay during my business travels and hopefully not the last "
South Africa
Elmarie
The price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Woodpecker Inn
Outdoor pool
Seagull Lodge

Seagull Lodge

Seagull Lodge
3.0 star property
1.2 km from Plaza Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2)
"There was no shower cap and shampoo nor noisy. "
Ireland
Simphiwe
The price is NZ$119
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Seagull Lodge
Standard Double Room
Hillton Manor Guest House

Hillton Manor Guest House

Hillton Manor Guest House
4.0 star property
7.2 km from Plaza Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"Staying at the Hillton Manor is by far the best guest house stay I have ever experienced!!! The staff are exceptional, friendly, and so accommodating. I would ABSOLUTELY RECOMMEND booking your stay here should you be in Richards Bay!!!! "
United States
Patricia
The price is NZ$99
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Hillton Manor Guest House
Outdoor pool
The Ridge Guesthouse

The Ridge Guesthouse

The Ridge Guesthouse
3.5 star property
6.9 km from Plaza Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7)
"Great view of the harbour. Food is good with a nice menu"
South Africa
Rodney
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
The Ridge Guesthouse
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers
BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

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, (95)
"Lovely "
Canada
howard
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay
Reception
Premier Hotel The Richards

Premier Hotel The Richards

Premier Hotel The Richards
4.0 star property
6.3 km from Plaza Bay
7.6 out of 10, Good, (83)
"Excellent Spa facilities, especially the happy hour rates."
Saudi Arabia
Pragasen
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Premier Hotel The Richards
Hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages
Umuzi Guesthouse

Umuzi Guesthouse

Umuzi Guesthouse
3.5 star property
7.2 km from Plaza Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Good stay with friendly hosts "
South Africa
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Umuzi Guesthouse
Beach nearby, white sand
Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay
3.5 star property
6.8 km from Plaza Bay
7.2 out of 10, Good, (10)
"The service was awesome. Staff extremely helpful. Thanks for a nice stay."
United Kingdom
Sarah J
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay
Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated
Bayside Lodge Empangeni

Bayside Lodge Empangeni

Bayside Lodge Empangeni
3.0 star property
15.4 km from Plaza Bay
7.2 out of 10, Good, (26)
"Its a pig sty noisy brothel. Dont do it!!!!"
South Africa
Mary-Anne
The price is NZ$62
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Bayside Lodge Empangeni
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Peermont Metcourt Hotel at Umfolozi

Peermont Metcourt Hotel at Umfolozi

Peermont Metcourt Hotel at Umfolozi
3.0 star property
14.6 km from Plaza Bay
6.8 out of 10, (8)
"Always great "
South Africa
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Peermont Metcourt Hotel at Umfolozi
Poolside bar
Marrob Lodge

Marrob Lodge

Marrob Lodge
17.2 km from Plaza Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"we had a fantastic stay... The staff were amazing... Facility was great!!"
South Africa
Khanyo
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Marrob Lodge
Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View
Minilitha Lodge

Minilitha Lodge

Minilitha Lodge
3.2 km from Plaza Bay
Minilitha Lodge
Bar (on property)
La Rochelle Inn

La Rochelle Inn

La Rochelle Inn
3.0 star property
6 km from Plaza Bay
6.0 out of 10, (4)
"Nice place and friendly stuff. Breakfast was really good 😊 the room was little bit out of date."
Finland
Ari
The price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
La Rochelle Inn
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
BON Hotel Empangeni

BON Hotel Empangeni

BON Hotel Empangeni
3.0 star property
15.3 km from Plaza Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (33)
"Had an amazing time and staff are friendly "
South Africa
Siyanda
The price is NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
BON Hotel Empangeni
Garden
Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore
3.0 star property
6.4 km from Plaza Bay
7.4 out of 10, Good, (114)
"Staff was great!! "
United States
Cathleen
The price is NZ$91
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore
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Top Plaza Bay Hotel Reviews

Road Lodge Richards Bay

Road Lodge Richards Bay

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel is clean and very close to amenities. The staff is friendly as well"
Dinkepile Maria 3-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Road Lodge Richards Bay

Hotels near other Plaza Bay attractions

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

4.0/5 (5 reviews)
You can do some window-shopping at Boardwalk Mall during your trip to Richards Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
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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 Gecko Inn Guest House and Seagull Lodge.
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, Pelican Island or Naval Island. You might plan a visit to Zululand Yacht Club or Richards Bay Stadium while you're in the area.