The Ridge Guesthouse

–Excellent location – show map
+64 photos
Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Staff

9.3

About this property

Beachfront Location: The Ridge Guest house in Richards Bay offers direct beachfront access with stunning sea views. Guests can relax by the swimming pool with a view, sun terrace, and lush garden. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities such as free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and work desks. Family rooms and interconnected rooms cater to all travelers. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves seafood, steakhouse, local, and South African cuisines. Breakfast includes warm dishes, juice, cheese, and fruits. Additional options include brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktails. Local Attractions: Alkantstrand Beach is a 5-minute walk away, while Richards Bay Country Club lies 1.9 mi from the property. Richards Bay Airport is 7.5 mi distant. Guests can enjoy cycling and visit nearby attractions such as Lake Mzingazi and Richards Bay Game Reserve.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Ndwandwe
South Africa South Africa
“The rooms and it's close proximity to the sea ,a five minutes walk great experience”
Stuart
South Africa South Africa
“The aircon and the pool. Room service was great too.”
Siphesihle
South Africa South Africa
“It was very quiet and peaceful. Comfortable beds too”
Teresa
United States United States
“Lovely room and great service. Just a short walk down to the beach and the Indian Ocean!”
Shezi
South Africa South Africa
“I liked the cleanliness of the room as well as the view.”
Simphiwe
South Africa South Africa
“The view. The peaceful place and wow the receptionist Desi.....she was so kind and hands on.”
Nicholas
Switzerland Switzerland
“Needed an over night stay and was positively surprised by this guest house. Initially there was some noise problem from the room next door to mine (# 15). Room 15/16 are the only luxury rooms, which have a thin connection door to the next room). I...”
Daniel_246
Netherlands Netherlands
“Pool, staff, rooms really awesome place with a beautifully view!”
Menoe
South Africa South Africa
“Location, the views are amazing. Garden well kept. Friendly staff, comfortable room. Tasty food ❤️”
John
Eswatini Eswatini
“Beautiful views from the on site restaurant. Bed was very comfortable”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
The Ridge Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    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

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.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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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
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners Club Cash is not accepted
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.

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.

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