Umuzi Guest House in Richards Bay provides accommodations with water sports facilities, a garden, and barbecue facilities. With pool views, this accommodation offers a patio and a swimming pool. There's a sun terrace and guests can make use of free Wifi, free private parking, and an electric vehicle charging station. The bed and breakfast will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a minibar, a kettle, a shower, bathrobes, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and a DVD player. Rooms come with a private bathroom with slippers, while certain rooms also offer a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave. At the bed and breakfast, units come with bed linen and towels. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the bed and breakfast provides a selection of packed lunches. The bed and breakfast also features outdoor fireplace and a picnic area for a day outdoors. Richards Bay Country Club is 1.6 miles from Umuzi Guest House, while Richards Bay Golf Driving Range is 1.8 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Richards Bay, 8.1 miles from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 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
 
1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.2
Free Wifi
8.2
High score for Richards Bay
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Mbali
    South Africa South Africa
    Add desert on their menu And Carterary especially knifes and forks please
  • Alexander
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    easy to find and getting to and from on days out, staff really good and helpful. Nice sized pool even if a little cold in August. Wonderful breakfasts!!
  • Rhoda
    South Africa South Africa
    Had the deluxe suite, which was private and spacious. Great location and friendly host and staff. Nespresso coffee available with breakfast- loved it.

Hosted by Anne Butler, Ockert Koen, Carla Koen

9.6
9.6
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Anne Butler, Ockert Koen, Carla Koen
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 :-)
Do you want to feel real special? Umuzi is where you want to be :-)
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,Zulu

Area info

Amenities of Umuzi Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Video
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Zulu

House rules

Umuzi Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:30 PM to 7:00 PM

Check-out

From 5:30 AM to 10:30 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.

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Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Please inform Umuzi Guest House 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 06:00:00.

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

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

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.

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

FAQs about Umuzi Guest House

  • Umuzi Guest House is 1.7 miles from the center of Richards Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

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

  • Umuzi Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Game room
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Foot bath
    • Movie nights
    • Swimming pool
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Themed dinners
    • Horseback riding
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Beach

  • Room options at Umuzi Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Suite

  • Check-in at Umuzi Guest House is from 12:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.