48 Bottlebrush Bend, Veldenvlei, Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, 3900
What's nearby
Netcare The Bay Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Boardwalk Mall - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
Enseleni Nature Reserve - 11 min drive - 9.7 km
Tusk Umfolozi Casino - 16 min drive - 20.3 km
Alkandstrand Beach - 19 min drive - 10.8 km
Getting around
Richards Bay (RCB) - 8 min drive
King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 110 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
KFC - 3 min drive
Checkers - 4 min drive
Mugg & Bean - 4 min drive
KFC - 4 min drive
About this property
Gecko Inn Guest House
Gecko Inn Guest House is a great choice for a stay in Richards Bay. After taking a dip in one of the 2 outdoor pools, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour fitness center and a terrace are other highlights.
Languages
Afrikaans, English, Zulu
At a glance
Hotel size
42 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite carport
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Beach nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
Terrace
24-hour fitness center
2 outdoor pools
Outdoor furniture
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Ceiling fan
Sleep well
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Dining table
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 180 for adults and ZAR 95 for children
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for ZAR 350.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 350.0 per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Gecko Inn Guest House Richards Bay
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Gecko Inn Guest House Richards Bay
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Frequently asked questions
Does Gecko Inn Guest House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Gecko Inn 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.
Is there a pool at Gecko Inn Guest House?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Gecko Inn Guest House?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Gecko Inn Guest House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gecko Inn Guest House?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Gecko Inn Guest House?
No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Tusk Umfolozi Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Gecko Inn Guest House and nearby?
Gecko Inn Guest House has 2 outdoor pools and a 24-hour fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Gecko Inn Guest House?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local cuisine.
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
Aug 8, 2024
Great place. As an international tourist I do not like being charged 2000zar and asked for banking
details for a property damage deposit. Especially with a 7 day turn around.
In other words 6 other nights of guests stay in the room and what prevents me from being charged for something they did??
And it is just too risky for me to give banking details as a tourist.
Other wise stay was nice.
Scott
Scott, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 29, 2024
Overall very good. Mostly kitchenette type rooms. Not totally practical for space. Had a huge bathroom that was very clean and appeared almost new. Not well prepared for my kid. Through a mattress on the floor. It worked but was not ideal. No couches or actual beds to add. Make sure you get a double bedroom. Breakfast was very good and lots of good options. Would stay there again but be careful of getting a luxury room and thinking you'll have a couch or extra bed to be brought in for your kid. Would recommend and stay there again.
Ronald
Ronald, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 16, 2023
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 19, 2023
Verified traveler
2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2022
It was amazing, Thank you
Kwazi
Kwazi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 31, 2021
Great stay enjoyed with my family
Phathokuhle
Phathokuhle, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
Dec 1, 2021
Cindy
Cindy, 3-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good
Feb 5, 2021
Chilenye
Chilenye, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2020
BRADLEY
BRADLEY, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 25, 2019
Innocent
Innocent, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2019
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2019
Although a one night stay, it was good
Excellent
Verified traveler
1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2019
Cute little hotel in a residential setting easy drive to airport, mall and the bay for a yummy meal at Portuguese on the bay we recommend. The front desk staff was very accommodating we came in early and put our bags in their storage and they had the maid service get to our room first to allow us early access to our room after a quick lunch. The meals were good, quick service and they even sent my laundry out for washing and had it back same day at a reasonable price. The room we booked was the honeymoon suite and it was very cute with jacuzzi tub, king bed, nice fridge and counter area and separate shower. If we travel to Richards Bay again in the future we would most definitely stay again!
LISA
LISA, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 23, 2019
There was construction work happening on the property. We did not mind however one would think that on a Sunday there would no construction work. Unfortunately Sunday morning the work and the noise continued.
We are a family of 4 (2 adults + 2 children). We were allocated 2 rooms away from the pool and the restaurant. For families perhaps check-in staff should consider putting families closer to facilities.
The staff were very accommodating, friendly and efficient.
Overall our stay was very pleasant and we will definitely recommend it.
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2019
felix
felix, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 9, 2019
Disappointed
Was very disappointed on my arrival
after making my booking I phoned in to reception to confirm and also confirmed I would be getting the suite with the Jacuzzi but that was not the case was just given an executive suite which was told is the honeymoon suite I was not happy with that!!!what is advertised should be what is given!!!
Caitlin
Caitlin, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 12, 2018
Top Hotel, Great Staff, A great time awaits
Good food, friendly bar, staff great, would definitely stay here again!
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night business trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 19, 2018
Different than expected
I guess we were not expecting it to be motel style with exterior doors, so it was very noisy. Room had been redone and was in good shape. Staff were very friendly. Wifi signal was weak. Also we had thought our breakfast was included and were shocked at how expensive it was (considering where we were). Overall would be fine for quick one night stop over.
corinne
corinne, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2017
Beautiful comfy rooms
Lovely!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2016
Clean and good service
My stay and service was good,
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 3, 2016
Convenient
It's one of the recommended accommodations in Richardsbay
Wiseman
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Dec 29, 2022
Séjour très moyen Chambre au bout d une allée mal éclairée .
Piscines petite
Atmosphère très bruyante
Martine
Martine, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good
Aug 21, 2019
ok per una notte di passaggio
Stile motel americano, però pulito e confortevole. Personale molto disponibile.