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Imvubu Lodge

3.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with full-service spa and restaurant

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Mini-golf
Beach/ocean view
Superior Twin Room
Beach nearby
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View | View from room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Cnr Krewelkring Hibbard Drive, Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, 3900
  • Richards Bay Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Boardwalk Mall
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Enseleni Nature Reserve
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Richards Bay (RCB)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

Fridge, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Chalet, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

Fridge, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils

Chalet, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Twin Room

Fridge, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Garden View

Fridge, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils

Superior Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Richards Bay

At Imvubu Lodge you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Richards Bay Park and 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Alkandstrand Beach. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, In The Reeds, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. A meeting room and a conference centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM. .With a stay at this 3-property class Richards Bay hotel, you'll be 3.3 km (2 mi) from Zululand Yacht Club and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Pelican Island.

What's nearby

  • Richards Bay Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Alkandstrand Beach - 7 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Boardwalk Mall - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Enseleni Nature Reserve - 19 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Richards Bay Game Reserve - 24 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Richards Bay (RCB) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Portuguese on the bay - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Checkers - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Imvubu Lodge

Lakefront hotel with full-service spa and restaurant
Imvubu Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The business-friendly Imvubu Lodge also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Richards Bay hotel is smoke free.

  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Imvubu Lodge offers 47 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Satellite televisions are provided. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Richards Bay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 137 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • In The Reeds

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 74-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Imvubu Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 full breakfast: from approximately ZAR 137 per person

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
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. 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.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Imvubu Lodge?

Imvubu Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Imvubu Lodge?

Yep, Imvubu Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Imvubu Lodge?

The closest beach to Imvubu Lodge is Alkandstrand Beach (1.4 km).

Is there a spa on site at Imvubu Lodge?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Imvubu Lodge. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Is Imvubu Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as on-site mini golf and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Imvubu Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Imvubu Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is on offer daily from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Imvubu Lodge?

No, Imvubu Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Imvubu Lodge?

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 Imvubu Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Imvubu Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Imvubu Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 117 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Penny

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

Not happy

The room was not clean and sub standard - the floors were sandy and the furniture old. I also had no hot water.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Zamaswazi

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
i was in a room next to housekeepers room they making noise . the room was very small and the bed very old not comfortable at all the micro-oven very old
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Andre

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

Room Was Damp

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rowan

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

beautiful

was amazing the nature vibe and open view of the sea lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was great. Would have liked some kind of stove facility and a braai area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

onesimo

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

10/10 Excellent

Thandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Imvubu restaurant is the best
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

S

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lihle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Tina

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The view was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Siphelele

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

4/10 Poor

RENDANI

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

stanley

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

Excellent place to visit every time

The stay at Imvubu was great. The staff is friendly and welcoming. The rooms are clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

EDOUARD

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

6/10 Okay

TP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nomonde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Richards bay

Excellent place to stay ,, incredible,, super friendly and efficient staff ,,,,THE best place to stay for us !!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Zamokuhle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019