Umuzi Guest House

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Scored 8.9
Rated excellent

Staff

9.5

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Umuzi Guest House in Richards Bay offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden or pool views. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free WiFi. Leisure Facilities: Guests can enjoy a sun terrace, outdoor swimming pool, and water sports facilities. The property features a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and barbecue facilities. Dining Options: Breakfast options include continental, buffet, and full English/Irish. Additional amenities include a mini-bar, microwave, and dining area. Location and Attractions: Located 8.1 mi from Richards Bay Airport, the guest house is near Richards Bay Country Club (1.6 mi) and Richards Bay Golf Driving Range (1.8 mi). Other attractions include Lake Mzingazi (1.6 mi) and Richards Bay Game Reserve (9.9 mi).

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Sanelisiwe
South Africa South Africa
“The best place to spend your weekend, it felt like home away from home. Cleanliness, comfortable beds ,the pool my kids and I enjoyed swimming”
Mbali
South Africa South Africa
“Add desert on their menu And Carterary especially knifes and forks please”
Trevor
South Africa South Africa
“Umuzi is always consistent in providing clean and comfortable accommodation. My go to place”
Alejandra
Austria Austria
“The rooms were really good equipped, the house is really comfortable and safe. The hostess was extremely friendly and really went beyond to help me with some issue I had at my arrival, very thankful for everything.”
Jansen
Australia Australia
“The hosts were friendly and approachable and they made an effort to ensure we settled in well. Private room with a door leading out to the large, secluded swimming pool. Very comfortable bed, well appointed bathroom. Safe off-road parking behind...”
Mbali
South Africa South Africa
“everything they treated us like family, room very clean”
Sihle
South Africa South Africa
“Everything about the place was perfect . From the host, the service was good and they were available every time I needed assistance with something . The room was clean and spacious , I'm happy with the place.”
Tholi
South Africa South Africa
“The stuff was friendly, and the owners were super amazing. The place was generally peaceful and homely.”
Pat
South Africa South Africa
“Anne was a fabulous host. Very friendly and accommodating. Would most certainly stay there again and recommend it :)”
Dan
South Africa South Africa
“Neat, well kept, lovely facilities and wonderful hosts and staff.”

Managed by Anne Butler, Ockert Koen, Carla Koen

Company review score: 9.5Based on 92 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Do you want to feel real special? Umuzi is where you want to be :-)

Property info

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 :-)

Neighborhood info

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

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
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

Umuzi Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:30 PM to 7:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 5:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroUnionPay credit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

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.

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