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Blue Marlin Guest House

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Richards Bay with bars and a seasonal outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Property entrance
Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Lobby sitting area
Nestled in a tranquil setting, Blue Marlin Guest House offers an upscale retreat with a poolside bar, lush garden, and Embers restaurant serving local cuisine. Relax by the seasonal outdoor pool or unwind with a book from the library. The property's attentive staff has left guests feeling at home.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
11 Kabeljoukade, Meerensee, Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, 3901

Getting around

  • Richards Bay (RCB) - 17 min drive

About this property

Blue Marlin Guest House

Upscale guesthouse
A poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Blue Marlin Guest House. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Embers, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and barbecue grills
  • A water dispenser, coffee/tea in the lobby, and free newspapers
Room features
All guestrooms at Blue Marlin Guest House boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • A personal chef, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; ZAR 95 for adults and ZAR 47.50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Embers

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Please note: The Apartment room category is located in an annex building 0.3 mile (500 meters) from the main building.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 95 for adults and ZAR 47.50 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 150 per person (roundtrip)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from January 01 to December 31
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Blue Marlin Guest House Guesthouse Richards Bay
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Blue Marlin Guest House Guesthouse Richards Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Marlin Guest House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Blue Marlin Guest House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Blue Marlin Guest House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Marlin Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Blue Marlin Guest House?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Blue Marlin Guest House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 150 per person applies.

Where is Blue Marlin Guest House located?

Situated near the beach, this guesthouse is within 3 mi (5 km) of Richards Bay Park, Alkandstrand Beach, and Zululand Yacht Club. Pelican Island is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

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Blue Marlin Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

richard

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

A realky great place

I stayed in one of their apartments but chevjed in at the Guest House. The staff were fantadtic. Calm, efficient, cheerful. The same gies for the room maids. The place was spotless, well equipped, the Wi-Fi was excellent and the TV picture was good too. No hesitation in recommending this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

VIKESH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Very Satisfied Client.

It was a fantastic Guest House. The owners and all the staff were very friendly and helpful. I am a Vegan, was very surprised when they could provide me with Vegan dinners. Will definitely be going back on my next trip. 10 out of 10.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We LOVED staying here. It was a very laid back atmosphere, and the staff were AMAZING. They recommended a great restaurant and a great surf spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jabulani

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

Home away from home

Awesomely good place with great hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019