The Best Hotels Closest to Naval Island in Richards Bay for 2026

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A swimming pool with a view of a building and trees in the background.

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a large bed with white bedding, a wicker chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of palm trees through a large window.

A house with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sunset over a body of water.

A bathroom with a hand and body lotion dispenser, a glass, and a plant on the counter.

1. The Ridge Guesthouse

1.6 km from Naval Island

NT$3,422

NT$3,936 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a marina with boats.

A hotel room with a balcony, a bed with multiple pillows, a coffee table, and striped armchairs.

A hotel with multiple floors, a waterfront view, and a sandy beach area.

A marina with several boats docked, a building with multiple balconies, and a sandy beach area.

2. BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

0.9 km from Naval Island

Rob

NT$3,987

NT$4,585 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A reception desk with a stone facade, white columns, and a chandelier.

A covered outdoor area with palm trees, stone benches, and a fountain.

A pool area with a tiled edge, lounge chairs, and a covered walkway with columns.

A reception desk with a sign reading "THE RICHARDS" in the background.

3. Premier Hotel The Richards

1.8 km from Naval Island

Pragasen

NT$2,811

NT$3,232 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and a distant pier.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a large mirror.

A reception desk at Indaba Lodge with a wooden finish, a metal counter, and a potted plant.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

4. Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

1.9 km from Naval Island

Sarah J

NT$2,577

NT$2,964 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, and a mirror on the nightstand.

A residential area with a swimming pool surrounded by a white fence, houses with brick exteriors, and a clear blue sky.

A dining area with a glass table and striped cushioned chairs, a white shelf with a plant, and a view through a glass door.

A gated entrance with a brick building and a palm tree.

5. 5 Beach Dunes

2 km from Naval Island

NT$2,111

NT$2,111 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern living room with a ceiling fan, large windows with a view of a swimming pool, and a brick wall.

A brick wall with the text "Ocean Sands" and "11 Laonder Lake Meeres" written on it.

A brick house with a blue door, a satellite dish, and a small garden with palm trees and plants.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, two round wooden coffee tables, and a grey armchair.

6. 4 Ocean Sands

1.9 km from Naval Island

NT$4,188

NT$4,188 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A pathway flanked by palm trees and a building with illuminated windows.

A building with a covered entrance, paved walkway, and surrounding greenery.

A building with a white facade, a covered porch, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a jukebox on the wall.

7. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

1.7 km from Naval Island

Cathleen

NT$1,899

NT$2,183 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A bar area with wooden furniture, a stone wall, and a thatched roof.

A rustic bridge over a small stream with a water wheel and various garden sculptures.

A cozy living room with striped sofas, a fireplace, and draped curtains.

A hotel with a thatched roof and a separate building with a sign reading "LA ROCHELLE - INN".

8. La Rochelle Inn

2 km from Naval Island

Ari

NT$1,700

NT$1,955 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A long wooden table set with glassware, cutlery, and floral centerpieces.

A covered outdoor area with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a garden.

A living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a dining table with chairs.

9. Hillton Manor Guest House

5.7 km from Naval Island

Gregory C.

NT$2,024

NT$2,024 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A corridor with a tiled floor, a wooden bench, and potted plants.

A traditional thatched-roof house with a paved pathway leading to it, surrounded by lush greenery.

A pool area with a brick structure, seating, and lush greenery.

A cozy room with brick walls, a red ceiling, a television, a sofa, a red armchair, and a bar area with stools.

10. La Mer Lodge

5 km from Naval Island

Elmarie

NT$2,346

NT$2,346 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A modern building with a concrete facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.

A wall with the text "BON HOTEL EMPANGENI" and a crown symbol above the word "BON".

A restaurant with brick walls, wooden wine racks, and tables set for dining.

11. BON Hotel Empangeni

19.6 km from Naval Island

thabo

NT$2,613

NT$3,005 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A modern hotel room with a stone-textured wall, a dark headboard, and a neatly made bed with two pillows.

A small room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a kitchenette with a coffee maker, and a trash bin.

A room with a bed, a brown sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and a dark-colored wardrobe.

A long, narrow hallway with doors on both sides and a shiny tiled floor.

12. Bayside Lodge Empangeni

19.7 km from Naval Island

Mary-Anne

NT$1,263

NT$1,453 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A large hotel with a central courtyard, a swimming pool, and a well-lit entrance.

A swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by a grassy lawn and trees.

A buffet setup with various food items and condiments.

A modern hotel room with a shower, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

13. Road Lodge Richards Bay

5.9 km from Naval Island

Sithabile

NT$1,699

NT$1,954 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern building with a swimming pool and lounge chairs.

A hotel entrance with a neon sign, a flag, and a modern building facade.

A restaurant interior with multiple dining tables and chairs, a wall with framed artwork, and a red accent wall.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

14. Peermont Metcourt at Umfolozi

17.9 km from Naval Island

NT$2,660

NT$3,078 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a gas stove, and a shelf with purple flowers.

A building facade with a large window, a door, and a small outdoor area with a tiled floor.

A bathroom with a shower, toilet, and tiled floor.

A living room with a TV on a black stand, a red sofa, a patterned bed, and a red rug.

15. Unami Self-catering Accommodation

5.3 km from Naval Island

NT$1,156

NT$1,329 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a mirror, and curtains.

A bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower.

A narrow pathway flanked by a garden with stepping stones and various plants.

16. Minilitha Lodge

6.8 km from Naval Island

NT$1,355

NT$1,355 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A living room with a sofa, dining table, chairs, and a TV.

A residential area with multiple two-story houses, each with a garage.

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and two framed artworks on the wall.

A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a washing machine.

17. 12 Saddleback Village

5.3 km from Naval Island

NT$2,463

NT$2,463 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

A hallway with a stone wall and metal animal sculptures.

A dining area with a large thatched umbrella, wooden chairs, and a brick floor.

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, a barbecue, and a covered seating area.

18. Gecko Inn Guest House

7.1 km from Naval Island

Cheyne

NT$3,308

NT$3,308 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A table set with a teapot, cups, and a vase with flowers, with a pool and lounge chairs in the background.

A wooden interior with a staircase, wooden furniture, and a chandelier.

A rustic cabin with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery including palm trees and a large tree with a thick trunk.

A buffet area with various food items, a coffee station, and a selection of glassware on shelves.

19. Woodpecker Inn

6.7 km from Naval Island

Elmarie

NT$2,210

NT$2,542 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with air conditioning units.

An outdoor café with tables and chairs, a bar area, and a view of the street.

A building entrance with a tiled walkway, potted plants, and a large vase.

A two-story building with a central entrance, air conditioning units, and a small outdoor seating area with a bench and table.

20. Seagull Lodge

5.4 km from Naval Island

SARAH

NT$2,210

NT$2,542 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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Top Naval Island Hotel Reviews

Road Lodge Richards Bay

10/10 Excellent

"All good and pleasant! Unfortunately the complex in the front near the reception. Blaring music till early hours of the morning."

Hillton Manor Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Esther and Scelo were fantastic staff members. The breakfast was excellent, and everything else was great. The only issue I encountered was with the Wi-Fi; it kept disconnecting. If you need a stable connection for work, it might be a problem. Otherwise, everything was good."

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

8/10 Good

"Great breakfast and friendly staff."

The Ridge Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful views of the surrounding landscape, and well maintained rooms. "

Other attractions near Naval Island

Pelican Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pelican Island during your travels in Richards Bay. Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Zululand Yacht Club

Explore the waterfront in Richards Bay with a trip to Zululand Yacht Club. Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Alkandstrand Beach

7.6/10 (5 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Alkandstrand Beach during your travels in Richards Bay? Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Richards Bay Park

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Richards Bay Park, a lovely green space in Richards Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Lake Mzingazi

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Mzingazi during your travels in Richards Bay. Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Boardwalk Mall

8.6/10 (7 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Boardwalk Mall during your stay in Richards Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Richards Bay Library

Richards Bay Library is just one of the places to see in Richards Bay, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Plaza Bay

You can enjoy retail therapy at Plaza Bay during your stay in Richards Bay. Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Naval Island?

Naval Island is located in Richards Bay. You'll find 38 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Naval Island?

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Naval Island. Other good choices within a few miles include Premier Hotel The Richards and Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore.

How many hotels will I find close to Naval Island?

Expedia has 38 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Naval Island.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Naval Island, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Naval Island.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Naval Island?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Naval Island, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Naval Island?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Richards Bay Park, Alkandstrand Beach, and Pelican Island. A trip to Boardwalk Mall and Plaza Bay might be just the ticket for souvenir shopping. If you have some time to wander around the area, you might stop by Zululand Yacht Club, Richards Bay Game Reserve, or Richards Bay Stadium.

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Our top choices for Naval Island hotels

1. The Ridge Guesthouse

2. BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

3. Premier Hotel The Richards

4. Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

5. 5 Beach Dunes

6. 4 Ocean Sands

7. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

8. La Rochelle Inn

9. Hillton Manor Guest House

10. La Mer Lodge

11. BON Hotel Empangeni

12. Bayside Lodge Empangeni

13. Road Lodge Richards Bay

14. Peermont Metcourt at Umfolozi

15. Unami Self-catering Accommodation

16. Minilitha Lodge

17. 12 Saddleback Village

18. Gecko Inn Guest House

19. Woodpecker Inn

20. Seagull Lodge

Top Naval Island Hotel Reviews

Road Lodge Richards Bay

Hillton Manor Guest House

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

The Ridge Guesthouse

Other attractions near Naval Island

Pelican Island

Zululand Yacht Club

Alkandstrand Beach

Richards Bay Park

Lake Mzingazi

Boardwalk Mall

Richards Bay Library

Plaza Bay

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