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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a marina with boats.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a painting, and a balcony with a view.

A hotel room with a balcony, a bed with multiple pillows, a coffee table, and striped armchairs.

A marina with several boats docked, a building with multiple balconies, and a sandy beach area.

1. BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

0.9 km from Naval Island

Rob

₹10,044

₹11,837 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and a distant pier.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A reception desk at Indaba Lodge with a wooden finish, a metal counter, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a large mirror.

2. Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

1.9 km from Naval Island

Sarah J

₹7,693

₹8,847 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A reception desk with a stone facade, white columns, and a chandelier.

A buffet area with various food items and containers.

A pool area with a tiled edge, lounge chairs, and a covered walkway with columns.

A covered outdoor area with palm trees, stone benches, and a fountain.

3. Premier Hotel The Richards

1.8 km from Naval Island

Pragasen

₹8,412

₹9,674 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bar area with wooden furniture, a stone wall, and a thatched roof.

A hotel with a thatched roof and a separate building with a sign reading "LA ROCHELLE - INN".

A rustic bridge over a small stream with a water wheel and various garden sculptures.

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a building with large windows.

4. La Rochelle Inn

2 km from Naval Island

Ari

₹4,732

₹5,495 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, and a mirror on the nightstand.

A residential area with a swimming pool surrounded by a white fence, houses with brick exteriors, and a clear blue sky.

A dining area with a glass table and striped cushioned chairs, a white shelf with a plant, and a view through a glass door.

A gated entrance with a brick building and a palm tree.

5. 5 Beach Dunes

2 km from Naval Island

₹6,319

₹6,319 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A pathway flanked by palm trees and a building with illuminated windows.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, and a wardrobe.

A building with a covered entrance, paved walkway, and surrounding greenery.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a jukebox on the wall.

6. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

1.7 km from Naval Island

Cathleen

₹5,667

₹6,517 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A bedroom with a four-poster canopy bed, bedside tables with lamps, a vase with flowers, and balloons.

A living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a dining table with chairs.

A long wooden table set with glassware, cutlery, and floral centerpieces.

7. Hillton Manor Guest House

5.7 km from Naval Island

Gregory C.

₹7,109

₹7,109 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A garden with a fountain, a gazebo, and various plants.

A wall with the text "BON HOTEL EMPANGENI" and a crown symbol above the word "BON".

A restaurant with brick walls, wooden wine racks, and tables set for dining.

8. BON Hotel Empangeni

19.6 km from Naval Island

thabo

₹6,786

₹7,956 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A corridor with a tiled floor, a wooden bench, and potted plants.

A buffet setup with various food items, condiments, and beverages.

A traditional thatched-roof house with a paved pathway leading to it, surrounded by lush greenery.

A pool area with a brick structure, seating, and lush greenery.

9. La Mer Lodge

5 km from Naval Island

Elmarie

₹7,021

₹7,021 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern hotel room with a stone-textured wall, a dark headboard, and a neatly made bed with two pillows.

A room with a bed, a brown sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and a dark-colored wardrobe.

A small room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a kitchenette with a coffee maker, and a trash bin.

A corridor with a tiled floor, white walls, and doors on both sides.

10. Bayside Lodge Empangeni

19.7 km from Naval Island

Mary-Anne

₹3,780

₹4,347 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A large hotel with a central courtyard, a swimming pool, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern hotel room with a shower, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A buffet setup with various food items and condiments.

A swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by a grassy lawn and trees.

11. Road Lodge Richards Bay

5.9 km from Naval Island

Sithabile

₹4,933

₹5,696 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A restaurant interior with a green sign reading 'Vmoja BISTRO,' tables with white napkins, and a digital menu display.

A modern building with a red and green facade, labeled 'PEERMONT METROUR.'

A hotel room with a large bed, multiple chairs, a round wall decoration, and a mirror.

A modern building with a swimming pool and lounge chairs.

12. Peermont Metcourt at Umfolozi

17.9 km from Naval Island

₹8,097

₹9,367 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a gas stove, and a shelf with purple flowers.

A building facade with a large window, a door, and a small outdoor area with a tiled floor.

A living room with a TV on a black stand, a red sofa, a patterned bed, and a red rug.

A bathroom with a shower, toilet, and tiled floor.

13. Unami Self-catering Accommodation

5.3 km from Naval Island

₹3,010

₹3,529 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outside.

A bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower.

A modern building with a covered walkway, large windows, and a garden area with stepping stones.

A narrow pathway flanked by a garden with stepping stones and various plants.

14. Minilitha Lodge

6.8 km from Naval Island

₹3,609

₹3,609 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A living room with a sofa, dining table, chairs, and a TV.

A residential area with multiple two-story houses, each with a garage.

A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a washing machine.

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and two framed artworks on the wall.

15. 12 Saddleback Village

5.3 km from Naval Island

₹6,144

₹6,144 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

A dining area with a large thatched umbrella, wooden chairs, and a brick floor.

A hallway with a stone wall and metal animal sculptures.

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, a barbecue, and a covered seating area.

16. Gecko Inn Guest House

7.1 km from Naval Island

Cheyne

₹9,900

₹9,900 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A table set with a teapot, cups, and a vase with flowers, with a pool and lounge chairs in the background.

A buffet area with various food items, a coffee station, and a selection of glassware on shelves.

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with red and white bedding, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A wooden interior with a staircase, wooden furniture, and a chandelier.

17. Woodpecker Inn

6.7 km from Naval Island

Elmarie

₹6,614

₹7,606 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with air conditioning units.

An outdoor café with tables and chairs, a bar area, and a view of the street.

A two-story building with a central entrance, air conditioning units, and a small outdoor seating area with a bench and table.

A building entrance with a tiled walkway, potted plants, and a large vase.

18. Seagull Lodge

5.4 km from Naval Island

₹6,019

₹7,011 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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Top Naval Island Hotel Reviews

Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

10/10 Excellent

"The place was clean but looks a bit run down or rather not properly looked after. Here and there you spot doors, aircons etc"

Road Lodge Richards Bay

10/10 Excellent

"All good and pleasant! Unfortunately the complex in the front near the reception. Blaring music till early hours of the morning."

Hillton Manor Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Esther and Scelo were fantastic staff members. The breakfast was excellent, and everything else was great. The only issue I encountered was with the Wi-Fi; it kept disconnecting. If you need a stable connection for work, it might be a problem. Otherwise, everything was good."

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

8/10 Good

"Great breakfast and friendly staff."

The Ridge Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful views of the surrounding landscape, and well maintained rooms. "

Other attractions near Naval Island

Pelican Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pelican Island during your travels in Richards Bay. Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Zululand Yacht Club

Explore the waterfront in Richards Bay with a trip to Zululand Yacht Club. Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Alkandstrand Beach

7.6/10 (5 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Alkandstrand Beach during your travels in Richards Bay? Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Richards Bay Park

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Richards Bay Park, a lovely green space in Richards Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Lake Mzingazi

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Mzingazi during your travels in Richards Bay. Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Boardwalk Mall

8.6/10 (7 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Boardwalk Mall during your trip to Richards Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Richards Bay Library

Richards Bay Library is just one of the places to see in Richards Bay, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Plaza Bay

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Plaza Bay during your trip to Richards Bay. Wander the parks and waterfront while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Naval Island?

Naval Island is located in Richards Bay. You'll find 38 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Naval Island?

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Naval Island. Other good choices within 5 miles include Premier Hotel The Richards and Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Naval Island?

Expedia has 38 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Naval Island.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Naval Island, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Naval Island.

What can I see and do near Naval Island?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Richards Bay Park, Alkandstrand Beach and Pelican Island. A trip to Boardwalk Mall and Plaza Bay might be just the ticket for souvenir shopping. If you have some time to wander around the area, you might stop by Zululand Yacht Club, Richards Bay Game Reserve or Richards Bay Stadium.

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Our top choices for Naval Island hotels

1. BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

2. Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

3. Premier Hotel The Richards

4. La Rochelle Inn

5. 5 Beach Dunes

6. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

7. Hillton Manor Guest House

8. BON Hotel Empangeni

9. La Mer Lodge

10. Bayside Lodge Empangeni

11. Road Lodge Richards Bay

12. Peermont Metcourt at Umfolozi

13. Unami Self-catering Accommodation

14. Minilitha Lodge

15. 12 Saddleback Village

16. Gecko Inn Guest House

17. Woodpecker Inn

18. Seagull Lodge

Top Naval Island Hotel Reviews

Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

Road Lodge Richards Bay

Hillton Manor Guest House

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

The Ridge Guesthouse

Other attractions near Naval Island

Pelican Island

Zululand Yacht Club

Alkandstrand Beach

Richards Bay Park

Lake Mzingazi

Boardwalk Mall

Richards Bay Library

Plaza Bay

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