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A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A covered outdoor area with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a garden.

A living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a dining table with chairs.

A bedroom with a four-poster canopy bed, bedside tables with lamps, a vase with flowers, and balloons.

1. Hillton Manor Guest House

0.5 mi from Lake Mzingazi

Gregory C.

£55

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A living room with a sofa, dining table, chairs, and a TV.

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and two framed artworks on the wall.

A residential area with multiple two-story houses, each with a garage.

A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a washing machine.

2. 12 Saddleback Village

1 mi from Lake Mzingazi

£48

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a marina with boats.

A marina with several boats docked, a building with multiple balconies, and a sandy beach area.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a painting, and a balcony with a view.

A hotel room with a balcony, a bed with multiple pillows, a coffee table, and striped armchairs.

3. BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

3.1 mi from Lake Mzingazi

Rob

£93

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A house with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sunset over a body of water.

A modern house with a glass railing overlooking a grassy area and a body of water.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with a view of greenery and hills, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A swimming pool with a sunset view, palm trees, and a distant shoreline.

4. The Ridge Guesthouse

2.7 mi from Lake Mzingazi

£91

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A large hotel with a central courtyard, a swimming pool, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern hotel room with a shower, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A buffet setup with various food items and condiments.

A swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by a grassy lawn and trees.

5. Road Lodge Richards Bay

3.5 mi from Lake Mzingazi

Sithabile

£40

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A reception desk with a stone facade, white columns, and a chandelier.

A reception desk with a sign reading "THE RICHARDS" in the background.

A covered outdoor area with palm trees, stone benches, and a fountain.

A pool area with a tiled edge, lounge chairs, and a covered walkway with columns.

6. Premier Hotel The Richards

2.4 mi from Lake Mzingazi

Pragasen

£75

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and a distant pier.

A reception desk at Indaba Lodge with a wooden finish, a metal counter, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a large mirror.

A buffet with various dishes and condiments.

7. Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

2.5 mi from Lake Mzingazi

Sarah J

£63

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern hotel room with a stone-textured wall, a dark headboard, and a neatly made bed with two pillows.

A modern lobby with a staircase, seating area, reception desk, and potted plants.

A corridor with a tiled floor, white walls, and doors on both sides.

A small room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a kitchenette with a coffee maker, and a trash bin.

8. Bayside Lodge Empangeni

13.5 mi from Lake Mzingazi

Mary-Anne

£34

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A rustic bar area with wooden furniture and a thatched roof.

A building with thatched roofs and a central courtyard.

A cozy living room with a wooden floor, two sofas, a coffee table, and a view of an outdoor area with a brick wall and a wooden ceiling.

A bedroom with a brick wall, wooden beams, a bed with white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a refrigerator.

9. Marrob Lodge

11.3 mi from Lake Mzingazi

Chad

£57

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, red upholstered furniture, and a built-in entertainment unit.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a laptop, and a TV.

A restaurant interior with multiple dining tables and chairs, a wall with framed artwork, and a red accent wall.

A modern building with a red and green facade, labeled 'PEERMONT METROUR.'

10. Peermont Metcourt at Umfolozi

12.9 mi from Lake Mzingazi

£75

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a mirror, and curtains.

A narrow pathway flanked by a garden with stepping stones and various plants.

A modern building with a covered walkway, large windows, and a garden area with stepping stones.

11. Minilitha Lodge

2.4 mi from Lake Mzingazi

£32

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a gas stove, and a shelf with purple flowers.

A living room with a TV on a black stand, a red sofa, a patterned bed, and a red rug.

A building facade with a large window, a door, and a small outdoor area with a tiled floor.

A bathroom with a shower, toilet, and tiled floor.

12. Unami Self-catering Accommodation

3.7 mi from Lake Mzingazi

£26

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A wall with the text "BON HOTEL EMPANGENI" and a crown symbol above the word "BON".

A modern building with a concrete facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.

A garden with a fountain, a gazebo, and various plants.

13. BON Hotel Empangeni

13.5 mi from Lake Mzingazi

thabo

£62

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A table set with a teapot, cups, and a vase with flowers, with a pool and lounge chairs in the background.

A wooden interior with a staircase, wooden furniture, and a chandelier.

A rustic cabin with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery including palm trees and a large tree with a thick trunk.

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with red and white bedding, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

14. Woodpecker Inn

2.5 mi from Lake Mzingazi

Elmarie

£59

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, and a mirror on the nightstand.

A dining area with a glass table and striped cushioned chairs, a white shelf with a plant, and a view through a glass door.

A gated entrance with a brick building and a palm tree.

A two-story building with a sign reading "The Beach Dunes."

15. 5 Beach Dunes

2.4 mi from Lake Mzingazi

£49

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A pathway flanked by palm trees and a building with illuminated windows.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a jukebox on the wall.

A building with a covered entrance, paved walkway, and surrounding greenery.

A building with a white facade, a covered porch, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

16. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

2.5 mi from Lake Mzingazi

Cathleen

£51

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A corridor with a tiled floor, a wooden bench, and potted plants.

A buffet setup with various food items, condiments, and beverages.

A cozy room with brick walls, a red ceiling, a television, a sofa, a red armchair, and a bar area with stools.

A traditional thatched-roof house with a paved pathway leading to it, surrounded by lush greenery.

17. La Mer Lodge

3.6 mi from Lake Mzingazi

Elmarie

£54

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

A dining area with a large thatched umbrella, wooden chairs, and a brick floor.

A hallway with a stone wall and metal animal sculptures.

A hotel room with a sofa, a round bathtub, a dining table with candles, and a bed with rose petals.

18. Gecko Inn Guest House

3.5 mi from Lake Mzingazi

Cheyne

£73

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with air conditioning units.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, two beds, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

An outdoor café with tables and chairs, a bar area, and a view of the street.

A building entrance with a tiled walkway, potted plants, and a large vase.

19. Seagull Lodge

3.5 mi from Lake Mzingazi

SARAH

£55

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A bar area with wooden furniture, a stone wall, and a thatched roof.

A cozy living room with striped sofas, a fireplace, and draped curtains.

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a building with large windows.

A rustic bridge over a small stream with a water wheel and various garden sculptures.

20. La Rochelle Inn

2.3 mi from Lake Mzingazi

Ari

£42

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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Top Lake Mzingazi Hotel Reviews

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place to stay in staffs are friendly its clean"

Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

10/10 Excellent

"The place was clean but looks a bit run down or rather not properly looked after. Here and there you spot doors, aircons etc"

Woodpecker Inn

8/10 Good

"We only stayed 1 night. But, the food was terrific. The staff from the front to the bar and restaurant were terrific and engaging. Quick shout out to Jocelyn (spelling i hope is correct) from the restaurant, for the laughs!!! Our room was quaint and comfortable. We also had a convenient shuttle pickup from Richards Bay airport. If I came back, I would definitely stay here again."

Road Lodge Richards Bay

10/10 Excellent

"All good and pleasant! Unfortunately the complex in the front near the reception. Blaring music till early hours of the morning."

Hillton Manor Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Esther and Scelo were fantastic staff members. The breakfast was excellent, and everything else was great. The only issue I encountered was with the Wi-Fi; it kept disconnecting. If you need a stable connection for work, it might be a problem. Otherwise, everything was good."

Luxury Penthouse Loft Apartment at La Casa Villa

10/10 Excellent

"The place was suitable for everyone.excellent "

The Ridge Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful views of the surrounding landscape, and well maintained rooms. "

Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great!! "

Other attractions near Lake Mzingazi

Zululand Yacht Club

Explore the waterfront in Richards Bay with a trip to Zululand Yacht Club. Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Richards Bay Park

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Richards Bay Park, a lovely green space in Richards Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Pelican Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pelican Island during your travels in Richards Bay. Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Alkandstrand Beach

7.6/10 (5 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Alkandstrand Beach during your travels in Richards Bay? Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Naval Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Naval Island during your travels in Richards Bay. Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Richards Bay Stadium

Catch an event at Richards Bay Stadium during your trip to Richards Bay. Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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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

8.6/10 (7 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 Lake Mzingazi?

Lake Mzingazi is located in Richards Bay. You'll find 39 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Lake Mzingazi?

Hillton Manor Guest House is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this guest house offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Lake Mzingazi. Other good options within a few miles include Premier Hotel The Richards and The Elephant Hills B&B.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Lake Mzingazi?

Expedia has 39 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Lake Mzingazi.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Mzingazi, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Lake Mzingazi.

What can I see and do near Lake Mzingazi?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Richards Bay Park, Alkandstrand Beach and Naval Island. A trip to Boardwalk Mall and Plaza Bay might be just the ticket for souvenir shopping. You might plan a visit to Zululand Yacht Club or Richards Bay Stadium while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Lake Mzingazi hotels

1. Hillton Manor Guest House

2. 12 Saddleback Village

3. BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

4. The Ridge Guesthouse

5. Road Lodge Richards Bay

6. Premier Hotel The Richards

7. Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

8. Bayside Lodge Empangeni

9. Marrob Lodge

10. Peermont Metcourt at Umfolozi

11. Minilitha Lodge

12. Unami Self-catering Accommodation

13. BON Hotel Empangeni

14. Woodpecker Inn

15. 5 Beach Dunes

16. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

17. La Mer Lodge

18. Gecko Inn Guest House

19. Seagull Lodge

20. La Rochelle Inn

Top Lake Mzingazi Hotel Reviews

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

Woodpecker Inn

Road Lodge Richards Bay

Hillton Manor Guest House

Luxury Penthouse Loft Apartment at La Casa Villa

The Ridge Guesthouse

Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

Other attractions near Lake Mzingazi

Zululand Yacht Club

Richards Bay Park

Pelican Island

Alkandstrand Beach

Naval Island

Richards Bay Stadium

Richards Bay Library

Boardwalk Mall

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