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Resort · ★★★ · Peermont Hotels, Casinos & Resorts
# Umfolozi Hotel

Empangeni, Richards Bay, South Africa

8.0 ·  Very good 72 reviews ·  #8 #8 of 9 in Richards Bay ·  2.6 Location score
## About Umfolozi Hotel

Umfolozi Hotel is a resort in Empangeni, Richards Bay, South Africa. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 8.0 out of 10 across 72 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, bar, free parking. It is 17 km from the centre of Richards Bay. The nearest airport, Richards Bay Airport (RCB), is 19 km away.

- **Type:** Resort

- **Star rating:** ★★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 44

- **Floors:** 2

- **Chain:** Peermont Hotels, Casinos & Resorts

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 0

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## How Umfolozi Hotel scores

Better rated than 32% of hotels in Richards Bay

-   Guest rating **8.0**
-   Location **2.6**
-   Facilities **5.0**
-   Families **1.0**
-   Spa & wellness **1.5**
-   Public transport **8.1**

Richards Bay average

## Amenities

Swimming poolBarFree parking

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool

### Food & drink

-   Bar

### Leisure

-   Terrace
-   Casino

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Concierge
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Balcony
-   In-room safe

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **2.6**/10

- **Walk grade:** **32**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **9**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Empangeni Railway Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">500 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">8 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Richards Bay Airport (RCB)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">19 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">43 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Richards Bay</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">17 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">39 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

## Umfolozi Hotel: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. The hotel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes provided by the front desk services. Repeatedly enjoy your best-loved attire with the aid of the laundry service available at Umfolozi Hotel. Need some relaxation? Your room features daily housekeeping to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For a more enjoyable stay, select rooms at hotel are equipped with linen service and air conditioning. At Umfolozi Hotel, a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace. Expand your in-room entertainment choices with various amenities, such as television offered in certain accommodations. In select rooms, the hotel offers visitors access to a refrigerator. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer and toiletries available in select guest restrooms. Begin your holiday mornings right with your essential cup of coffee, offered daily at the cafe on-site. During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at hotel to enhance your experience. Enjoy an entertaining evening alongside your fellow travelers at hotel's very own bar and casino. Snack vending machines operate around the clock, providing you with easy access to treats regardless of the hour. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Umfolozi Hotel. Begin your holiday perfectly by taking a plunge into the swimming pool.

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## Questions about Umfolozi Hotel

### How do guests rate Umfolozi Hotel?

Umfolozi Hotel has a guest rating of 8.0 out of 10 from 72 reviews, which is better than 32% of rated hotels in Richards Bay.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Umfolozi Hotel?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does Umfolozi Hotel have a pool?

Yes, Umfolozi Hotel has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at Umfolozi Hotel?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Umfolozi Hotel from the airport?

The nearest airport, Richards Bay Airport (RCB), is 19 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does Umfolozi Hotel have?

Umfolozi Hotel has 44 rooms on 2 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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