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BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

4.0 star property
Hotel in Richards Bay with 24-hour business centre and 24-hour front desk

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Water view
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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Corner of Bridgetown & Pioneer Road, TuziGazi Waterfront, Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, 3901
  • Place, Zululand Yacht Club
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Naval Island
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Enseleni Nature Reserve
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Richards Bay (RCB)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Richards Bay

At BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Pelican Island and Naval Island. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a free food/drink shopping service. Additionally, you'll find a conference centre, a 24-hour business centre and laundry facilities. English breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Richards Bay hotel, you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Zululand Yacht Club and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Richards Bay Park.

What's nearby

  • Zululand Yacht Club - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Naval Island - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Boardwalk Mall - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Richards Bay Game Reserve - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Enseleni Nature Reserve - 18 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Richards Bay (RCB) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Outpost Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬6 min drive

About this property

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

Hotel in Richards Bay with 24-hour business centre and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and 3 meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Richards Bay hotel is smoke free.

  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Food/drink service (free)
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay offers 75 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Richards Bay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Parking on site (ZAR 35 per stay)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 235 for adults and ZAR 117.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 950.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately ZAR 235 for adults and from ZAR 117.50 for children
  • Self-parking fee: ZAR 35 per stay
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 950.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay?

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay?

As of 30 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay on 5 Jan 2026 start from NZ$242.73, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay?

Yep, BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay has a self car park for ZAR 35 per stay. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay?

The closest beach to BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay is Alkandstrand Beach (1.8 km).

Does BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay have a pool?

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay serve breakfast?

Yep, English brekkie is served daily between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 95 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

howard

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myles

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LENTON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Passover

The trip was amazing, the hotel tremendously satisfying, and the employees were very professional. Will stay again
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zwelakhe

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

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
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Crouch End

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with some nice restaurants close by. Good choice between Umhlanga and St Lucia if touring.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Bruce and Jody

Liked: Staff & service

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
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

TS

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siboniso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. There was not much to do in the area. This could possibly be different in summer vs winter.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is modern and unique in its presentation. Nice views from the rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

ShirleyAnn

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norberto

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

CBN

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zulu

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

MP

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Neeran

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Kholiswa

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Lindokuhle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mbongiseni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022