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Blue Marlin Guest House
4-star guesthouse in Richards Bay with outdoor pool and restaurant
- Free WiFi and free parking
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Restrictions related to your trip
This destination may have COVID-19 travel restrictions in place, including specific restrictions for lodging. Check any national, local, and health advisories for this destination before you book.
11 Kabeljoukade, Richards Bay, 3901, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
9.6.Exceptional.5 verified Hotels.com guest reviews
We LOVED staying here. It was a very laid back atmosphere, and the staff were AMAZING.…
Jan 9, 2020
It was a fantastic Guest House. The owners and all the staff were very friendly and…
Jan 19, 2020
Official standards
This property advises that it adheres to CovidClean (Safehotels - global expert) and COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO) cleaning and disinfection practices.
Enhanced health and safety measures
This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.- Property is cleaned with disinfectant
- Staff wears personal protective equipment
- Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
- Social distancing measures are in place
- Protective clothing is available to guests
- Masks are available to guests
- Gloves are available to guests
- Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
- Free parking
- Pool
- Free WiFi
- Airport transfer
- Air Conditioning
Property highlights
Main amenities
- Daily housekeeping
- Near the beach
- Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
- Outdoor pool
- Breakfast available
- Conference center
Feel at home
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Private bathroom
- Television
- Free toiletries
What’s around
- Alkandstrand Beach - 32 min walk
- Richards Bay Park - 35 min walk
- Boardwalk Mall - 5.1 mi / 8.3 km
- Enseleni Nature Reserve - 10.3 mi / 16.5 km
- Tusk Umfolozi Casino - 14 mi / 22.5 km
- Umlalazi Nature Reserve - 29.1 mi / 46.8 km
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Enter dates for 2 guests
- Deluxe Room
- Standard Room
- Standard Apartment
What’s around
Landmarks
- Alkandstrand Beach - 32 min walk
- Richards Bay Park - 35 min walk
- Boardwalk Mall - 5.1 mi / 8.3 km
- Enseleni Nature Reserve - 10.3 mi / 16.5 km
- Tusk Umfolozi Casino - 14 mi / 22.5 km
- Umlalazi Nature Reserve - 29.1 mi / 46.8 km
- Mtunzini Country Club - 31.6 mi / 50.8 km
- Raffia Palm Monument - 31.9 mi / 51.3 km
Getting around
- Richards Bay (RCB) - 17 min drive
- Airport shuttle (surcharge)
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11 Kabeljoukade, Richards Bay, 3901, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
At a glance
Size
- 18 rooms
- Arranged over 1 floor
Arriving/leaving
- Check-in time 2 PM-10:00 PM
- Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
- This destination may have COVID-19 travel restrictions in place, including specific restrictions for lodging. Check any national, local, and health advisories for this destination before you book.
Special check-in instructions
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, 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.
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
- No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi and wired Internet access in rooms
Transfers
- Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Parking
- Free secured, uncovered onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
At the property
Food and drink
- English breakfast daily (surcharge)
- 2 bars/lounges
- Restaurant
- Poolside bar
- Room service (during limited hours)
- Coffee/tea in a common area
- Barbecue grills
Things to do
- Number of outdoor pools - 1
- Outdoor seasonal pool
- Pool sun loungers
- Pool umbrellas
Working away
- Business center
- Number of meeting rooms - 2
- Conference center
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Laundry facilities
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Wedding services
- Multilingual staff
Facilities
- Number of buildings/towers - 2
- Designated smoking areas
- Garden
- Picnic area
- Terrace
- Library
- Television in common areas
Accessibility
- Accessible bathroom
- In-room accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible public restroom
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
- Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
- Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Languages Spoken
- Afrikaans
- English
- Xhosa
- Zulu
In the room
Home comforts
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
- Premium bedding
Freshen up
- Private bathroom
- Shower only
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
Be entertained
- 32-inch flat-screen TV
- Satellite TV channels
Stay connected
- Desk
- Free newspaper
- Free WiFi
Food and drink
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
More
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Access via exterior corridors
Special features
Dining
Embers - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
- English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 95 for adults and ZAR 47.50 for children (approximately)
- Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 150 per person (roundtrip)
Pool, spa, and gym (if applicable)Pay at property
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out:
- The seasonal pool is open from January 01 to December 31
Hygiene and cleanliness
This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.
Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.
Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests.
Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; masks are required in public areas.
This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO) and CovidClean (Safehotels - global expert).
Policies
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Also known as
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Also known as
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*See fees and policies for additional details or extra charges
FAQs
- Yes, Blue Marlin Guest House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
- This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
- Yes, there's free self parking.
- Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
- Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
- You can check in from 2 PM - 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
- Yes, Embers offers local cuisine. Nearby restaurants include Wimpy (8-min walk), Mojito's (2.6 mi), and The Hot Spot Food Fusion (2.8 mi).
- Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 150 per person roundtrip.
- No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Tusk Umfolozi Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.
- Blue Marlin Guest House has 2 bars and an outdoor pool, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
9.6.Exceptional.5 verified Hotels.com guest reviews
- 10.0.Exceptional
Home away from home
Awesomely good place with great hospitality
Jabulani, 1 night romance trip, Aug 31, 2019
Verified Hotels.com guest review
- 10.0.Exceptional
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.
richard, 2 night trip, Feb 24, 2018
Verified Expedia guest review
- 8.0.Very Good
VIKESH, 1 night business trip, Jan 22, 2020
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