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Gecko Inn Guest House

3.0 star property
Enjoy 2 outdoor pools at this 3-star Richards Bay guest house

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Honeymoon Suite | Garden view
Exterior
Reception
Bar (on property)
Comfort House | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

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Map
48 Bottlebrush Bend, Veldenvlei, Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, 3900
  • Popular LocationBoardwalk Mall6 min drive
  • Popular LocationEnseleni Nature Reserve11 min drive
  • Popular LocationRichards Bay Park13 min drive
  • AirportDurban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)109 min drive

Room options

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Luxury Self-Catering | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Self-Catering

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Luxury Townhome

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

Family Apartment

  • 1023 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually furnished, desk

Luxury Room

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort House | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually furnished, desk

Comfort House

  • 1292 sq ft
  • Sleeps 11
  • 11 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Richards Bay

Close to the beach.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Boardwalk Mall and 6 miles (10 km) of Enseleni Nature Reserve with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Richards Bay Park and Alkandstrand Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Boardwalk Mall - 6 min drive
  • Enseleni Nature Reserve - 11 min drive
  • Richards Bay Park - 13 min drive
  • Tusk Umfolozi Casino - 16 min drive
  • Alkandstrand Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Richards Bay (RCB) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • KFC - 3 min drive
  • KFC - 4 min drive
  • Bronco Creek Spur - 4 min drive
  • Wimpy - 4 min drive

About this property

Gecko Inn Guest House

Enjoy 2 outdoor pools at this 3-star Richards Bay guest house
Gecko Inn Guest House offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities are also featured at Gecko Inn Guest House. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Richards Bay guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Gecko Inn Guest House offers 42 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. These individually furnished accommodations include desks and dining tables. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Dining table
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 180 for adults and ZAR 95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Gecko Inn Guest House

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 350.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for ZAR 350.0 per day.

Property 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 buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 180 for adults and ZAR 95 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 350.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 350.0 per day

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 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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 organization.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Gecko Inn Guest House to the airport?

Gecko Inn Guest House is 2.8 mi (8-min drive) away from the Richards Bay (RCB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gecko Inn Guest House?

As of May 3, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gecko Inn Guest House on May 4, 2024 start from $82.89, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Gecko Inn Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gecko Inn Guest House.

How close is Gecko Inn Guest House to the beach?

This guesthouse is 6.7 mi (19-min drive) from Alkandstrand Beach.

Does Gecko Inn Guest House offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Gecko Inn Guest House, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 180 for adults and ZAR 95 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Gecko Inn Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Tusk Umfolozi Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Gecko Inn Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Gecko Inn Guest House?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Gecko Inn Guest House have a pool?

Gecko Inn Guest House features 2 outdoor pools.

Does Gecko Inn Guest House have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Gecko Inn Guest House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Gecko Inn Guest House to downtown Richards Bay?

Gecko Inn Guest House is 3 mi away from Richards Bay.

Gecko Inn Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kwazi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing, Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phathokuhle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay enjoyed with my family
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Cindy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Chilenye

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

10/10 Excellent

BRADLEY

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

6/10 Okay

Innocent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Although a one night stay, it was good
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2019