Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay
Hotel, 3-starCorner Launder & Davidson Lane, Richards Bay, South AfricaShow on map
7.7 · Good1,609 reviews
- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Fabulous locationGuests rate the location 8.8 out of 10, at Corner Launder & Davidson Lane.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Luxurious Waterfront Location Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay is a luxurious waterfront property offering spacious rooms with free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and an elegant restaurant. Richards Bay Airport is conveniently located just a 10-minute drive away.
Comfortable Rooms and Amenities All rooms at Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay are air-conditioned and feature satellite TV, writing desks, and tea/coffee makers, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.
Dining and Leisure Options Guests can unwind with a drink at the Oasis Bar or indulge in buffet or à la carte local specialties at the hotel's restaurant. For those looking to explore, the Umfolozi Game Reserve is just an hour's drive away, while Durban is a mere 2-hour drive from the hotel.
Book your stay at Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay for a memorable waterfront experience.
What this place offers
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
Rooms
7.7
Good
Rated 7.7 out of 10 by 1,609 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness6.8
- Service8.3
- Location8.8
- Rooms7.7
- Amenities7.3
- Value7.2
- Food & drink7.8
Guests mention
Good serviceFriendly staffComfortable bedsNice location
LeonardSouth AfricaVery average expected more for that price.
All very average
I will not use bookings.com as I selected having breakfast and on my arrival I was notified it was not included. I also paid more than the amount indicated at the reception.
MahlengieSouth AfricaTbe location of the place. The staff was friendly, room was clean.
Nothing I didn't like everything was👌
TholaSouth AfricaService
Bathroom was too small.
Food was not nice.
Same breakfast for different days.
Outside parking with no security at the gate (unsafe)
ThobekaSouth AfricaPlease clean windows since you were panting.
Saturday supper, I feel like it was for rugby supporters, I slept hungry.
ThobekaSouth AfricaWonderful stay, grate location and nice food for breakfast
The rooms were big enough for us and I loved the fact that upper floors are accessible with an elevator.
Nothing
PhumeleleSouth AfricaThe place is easy to find and the staff was friendly.
Nothing
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
Corner Launder & Davidson Lane, Richards Bay, South Africa
Guests rate the location 8.8 out of 10 — fabulous.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 12:00 AM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay
What time is check-in and check-out at Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Is breakfast included at Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay?
Corner Launder & Davidson Lane, Richards Bay.
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