Title: Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=2954&destination=Richards+Bay%2C+KwaZulu-Natal%2C+South+Africa&selected=59988788&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay Seaside relaxation awaits at this peaceful retreat where guests can unwind in the spa, cool off in the outdoor pool, and enjoy the garden setting ## Photo gallery for Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay ![Beach nearby, white sand - Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay (Richards Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59990000/59988800/59988788/f84b9d4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception - Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay (Richards Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59990000/59988800/59988788/a88fcf72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay (Richards Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59990000/59988800/59988788/cc689364.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay (Richards Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59990000/59988800/59988788/26778b80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily English breakfast - Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay (Richards Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59990000/59988800/59988788/98bcb1b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Indaba Lodge Hotel offers a tranquil getaway near Richards Bay. Start your day with an English breakfast, then relax at the spa. Enjoy the outdoor pool and terrace for sunshine, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 7.2 Good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant £58 includes taxes & fees 10 Apr - 11 Apr ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=59988788&PinnedHotelID=59988788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=59988788&PinnedHotelID=59988788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=59988788&PinnedHotelID=59988788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=59988788&PinnedHotelID=59988788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=59988788&PinnedHotelID=59988788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=59988788&PinnedHotelID=59988788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=59988788&PinnedHotelID=59988788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=59988788&PinnedHotelID=59988788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds 2 beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ### View all photos for Classic Double Room ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59990000/59988800/59988788/04072b2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room - Garden view - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Family Room ![Family Room | Living room | 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59990000/59988800/59988788/678b3689.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room - Garden view - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Large Single Beds and 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59990000/59988800/59988788/67708072.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room - Garden view - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Standard Double Room ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59990000/59988800/59988788/26778b80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room 8.0 Very good 2 reviews - Garden view - 312 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room ![Standard Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59990000/59988800/59988788/b894b69f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double or Twin Room - Garden view - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Luxury Room ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59990000/59988800/59988788/04072b2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Room - Garden view - 377 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Richards Bay travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richards-Bay.dx2954) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-28.79280%2C32.09742&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7m2K-BecovADyEG0TQWh0QT3DUA=) Cnr. Launder and Davidson Lanes, Meerensee, Richards Bay, Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, 3901 ### What's nearby - Richards Bay Park 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Alkandstrand Beach 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Zululand Yacht Club 5 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Boardwalk Mall 8 min drive \- 5.4 miles - Mtunzini Country Club 36 min drive \- 37.2 miles ### Getting around - Richards Bay (RCB) 19 min drive ### Restaurants - KFC 9 min drive - The Outpost Restaurant 14 min drive - McDonald's 8 min drive - Jacob 19 min walk - Mugg & Bean 9 min drive ## About this property ### Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay Property highlights Free English breakfast, a terrace and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay. Indulge in a body treatment, a body wrap and a body scrub at the on-site spa. In addition to a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - A front desk safe, a 24-hour front desk and a lift - 1 meeting room, luggage storage and barbecues Room features All 66 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes. 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Hair salon - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Terrace ### Full-service spa - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Couples treatment rooms ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Separate bathtub and shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Fan - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Indaba Richards Richards Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay Hotel Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay Richards Bay Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay Hotel Richards Bay ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay? ### Is Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay? ### What time is check-in at Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay? ### What time is check-out at Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay? ### Where is Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay Reviews 7.2 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.2 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 6.4 Staff & service ### 6.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah J 7 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The service was awesome. Staff extremely helpful. Thanks for a nice stay. ##### Sarah J Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 30 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Indsba Lovely hotel and pleasant staff. Unfortunately the Gym is in terrible condition and the equipment is not operational ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Kenneth 1 May 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Our stay can only be summed up as horrible experience with no water coming out on the bathtub while basin had albeit cold. Dirty too. In the morning, we were moved to a better room but lower than the package we had paid for. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/05205B56BBF04500835C425B5B800BA0D91A63BB1682944820899.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4C07B6AF74386262853008DB2173EEB3F43FFA0C1682944823897.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/54E73E9914F14A36E811FA45EC1F3E5C950545A71682944872102.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kenneth Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Sithembile 26 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### So Dissapoited I booked online 2 rooms for 4 people. The booking was confirmed they sent us email Indeed it was two rooms one with a king bed and the other with 2 double beds. The day before the trip we received on other email confirming our booking. When we arrived at the reception they said the is no room under my name I showed them the email they asked me to forward the email to them, after a while everything that was written on the email changed and the room was one room with 2 bedrooms, I asked them how did they changed it. They said it's the email I sent to them, I asked if it is possible to share a room with kids, non responded to that, we had to leave and find the place that would accommodate us and kids. We were so dissapoited about their doing ##### Sithembile Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Magnitech Pty Ltd 1 Nov 2024 ##### Magnitech Pty Ltd Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### LEE 19 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### LEE Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zandile 25 Jun 2024 ##### Zandile Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### sibusiso 13 Nov 2022 ##### sibusiso Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samkele 12 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Samkele Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021 Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Michal 24 Nov 2020 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Michal Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020 ---