The Ridge Guesthouse provides beachfront accommodations in Richards Bay. Featuring pool with a view, this 3-star guest house has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers room service and daily room service for guests. At the guest house, every unit comes with a desk. Each room comes with a kettle, a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box, and free Wifi, while some rooms come with a terrace and some have sea views. At the guest house, each unit comes with bed linen and towels. A selection of options including warm dishes, fruit, and juice are served for the à la carte breakfast. Guests may eat at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch, and cocktails. Guests at the guest house can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Alkantstrand Beach is a 5-minute walk from The Ridge Guesthouse, while Richards Bay Country Club is 1.9 miles away. The nearest airport is Richards Bay Airport, 7.5 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
1 king bed
1 full bed
1 queen bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Shezi
    South Africa South Africa
    I liked the cleanliness of the room as well as the view.
  • Derek
    South Africa South Africa
    Staff members were very accommodating and friendly. Room was comfortable and clean. Every meal was really good - compliments to the chef. Beautiful setting, overlooking the harbour mouth. Highly recommended.
  • Slindokuhle
    South Africa South Africa
    The room was clean. The view was exceptional and the service was great. Value for money indeed. Thank you for accommodating us.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Jacks Corner Ocean View
    • Cuisine
      Portuguese • Seafood • Steakhouse • Local • South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Amenities of The Ridge Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Beach
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
  • Room service
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Saltwater pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

The Ridge Guesthouse takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted The Ridge Guesthouse accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Ridge Guesthouse of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

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

FAQs about The Ridge Guesthouse

  • Room options at The Ridge Guesthouse include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double

  • The Ridge Guesthouse is 2,300 feet from the center of Richards Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Ridge Guesthouse is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Guests staying at The Ridge Guesthouse can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • À la carte

  • The Ridge Guesthouse offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beachfront
    • Horseback riding
    • Swimming pool
    • Beach

  • The Ridge Guesthouse has 1 restaurant:

    • Jacks Corner Ocean View

  • Yes, The Ridge Guesthouse is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at The Ridge Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.