Corner of Bridgetown & Pioneer Road, TuziGazi Waterfront, Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, 3901
What's nearby
Pelican Island - 6 min walk
Naval Island - 13 min walk
Alkandstrand Beach - 7 min drive
Boardwalk Mall - 10 min drive
Enseleni Nature Reserve - 19 min drive
Getting around
Richards Bay (RCB) - 15 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Portuguese on the bay - 2 min walk
Checkers - 10 min drive
Mugg & Bean - 10 min drive
KFC - 10 min drive
About this property
BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay
When visiting Richards Bay, BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay is a great choice to consider. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu
At a glance
Hotel size
75 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Babysitting*
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Parking
Onsite self parking (ZAR 35 per stay)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Playground
Babysitting (surcharge)
What to do
Beach nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
3 meeting rooms
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free grocery shopping service
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Walkway to water
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Phone
Desk chair
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 235 for adults and ZAR 117.50 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 850.00 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Parking
Self parking costs ZAR 35 per stay
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay?
Yes. Self parking costs ZAR 35 per stay.
Is airport shuttle service offered by BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of ZAR 850.00 (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Tusk Umfolozi Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, sailing, and body boarding. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay like?
BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay is a short 6-minute walk from Pelican Island and 13 minutes' walk from Naval Island.
BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Poor
Jan 8, 2025
Mark
Mark, 4-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 28, 2024
Past its best
Hotel is looking very tired and shabby in many areas. Needs a deep clean as a minimum, or better a full refurb
Verified traveler
2-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2024
Great hotel with some nice restaurants close by. Good choice between Umhlanga and St Lucia if touring.
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Jun 30, 2024
Bad night with Club next door
The wifi password in the room did not work, we were given 1 bath towel for 2 if us. We did not sleep at all as the room was not soundproof and we listened to the loud club music until the Club closed early hours. Sound proofing needs to be attended to. There were mussel shells left on an ornament in the room from someone having eaten their meal, leaving shells on the ornament and they were not cleared away. Balcony is covered in water puddles so could not use it. Hotel staff everywhere are friendly and helpful just the loud noise making it impossible to sleep and a few cleanliness pointers bring everything down unfortunately
Bruce and Jody
Bruce and Jody, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2024
The hotel was very clean and everyone was very kind and helpful. The only issue we had is that we were double billed since when we checked in they said we did not pay via Expedia. Working with my credit card company to get reimbursed.
Mark S.
Mark S., 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 23, 2024
TS
TS, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2024
Siboniso
Siboniso, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 18, 2024
Nice property. There was not much to do in the area. This could possibly be different in summer vs winter.
James
James, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 11, 2024
The hotel is modern and unique in its presentation. Nice views from the rooms
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 5, 2023
Verified traveler
2-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2023
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
May 1, 2023
The Wi-Fi was not dying at all. The room needed a microwave. The ppl that would come to clean never washed the shower glass doors or the windows. I had to frequently remind them to change my linen. The room was extremely stuffy. The food downstairs was terrible and mostly cold. I would not recommend for a tourist that are use to temporary housing back in the states. Definitely not worth the cost, could have gotten something cheaper for the same kind of stay.
ShirleyAnn
ShirleyAnn, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2023
Norberto
Norberto, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 6, 2023
Had better days
We had a good room qand very friendly and helpful staff. The generator during loadshedding periods was a bit noisy and loud music most of the time from somewhere below my room.
The breakfast is by far lacking especially if you see what you pay for it.
I would say the place is a bit overpriced g=for what it offers.
CBN
CBN, 2-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2022
Zulu
Zulu, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 2, 2022
MP
MP, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 9, 2022
Neeran
Neeran, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jun 20, 2022
Great service look into the breakfast issue
Comfortable stay, service is excellent. Foyer carpets are very dirty which resulted in my Sinus acting up. Please look into carpet cleaning.
Worse part is the fact that the hotel is pricey however I don’t understand the concept of still having to pay for breakfast aside even worse for it to be R220 per person for people that have booked
Kholiswa
Kholiswa, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2022
Glenn
Glenn, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 16, 2022
Lindokuhle
Lindokuhle, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 7, 2022
Mbongiseni
Mbongiseni, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Oct 25, 2021
Rishandra
Rishandra, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 5, 2021
Good place
Khethelihle
Khethelihle, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 7, 2021
A short one night stay. It was pleasant. The meals lacked value for money.