The Ridge Guesthouse

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.3

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About this property

Beachfront Location: The Ridge Guesthouse 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 travellers. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Portuguese, 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 and Richards Bay Golf Driving Range are 3 km distant. Richards Bay Airport lies 12 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • 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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Availability

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Room type
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2 single beds
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Quilling
South Africa South Africa
“Comfortable size rooms with excellent in-room facilities such as fridge (with honesty bar), kettle, good size cupboard and good number of plug outlets. Stunning views of harbour entrance, even better when enjoyed from the balcony chairs and...”
Mdaka
South Africa South Africa
“The place is neat, easy to access and quite at night. I also loved that there is provision for drinks and drinks on the bar fridge.”
Sihlangu
South Africa South Africa
“Spacious and stylish rooms, very impressive for the price point.”
Sigubudu
South Africa South Africa
“Love the central location of the guesthouse. It's very close to the beach and some great amenities around the Richards Bay area. The room was very clean and the staff were friendly. The surroundings were very beautiful as well.”
Sakha
South Africa South Africa
“Location and cleanliness. The dinner was very nice”
Anne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Super helpful and friendly reception by Mecayla who went over and above in helping us with courier facilities, directions and general information. We had a lovely room on the corner upstairs with 2 balconies and excellent views”
Olga
South Africa South Africa
“Staff was really welcoming & warm. She made sure we were welcomed with chocolates in our rooms. There was a bit of confusion with the rooms where we booked 3, but they were full, so we ended up with 2. By end of the day, they made a plan &...”
Nolwazi
South Africa South Africa
“The view was breathtaking. The room was soooo clean and the service was amazing!”
Tyrin
South Africa South Africa
“Great Location, close to the beach. On site Restaurant. Awesome view of the sea, from the upper level Rooms.”
Lulama
South Africa South Africa
“I like how welcoming the staff was and very respective the restaurant food was amazing every meal was cooked into perfection the cleanliness of our room”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Jacks Corner Ocean View
  • Cuisine
    Portuguese • Seafood • Steakhouse • Local • South African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly

House rules

The Ridge Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not 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 must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.