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Gecko Inn Guest House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Richards Bay with 2 outdoor pools and 24-hour fitness centre

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Honeymoon Suite | Garden view
Property grounds
Bar (on property)
Luxury Self-Catering | Private kitchenette
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr

Explore the area

Map
48 Bottlebrush Bend, Veldenvlei, Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, 3900
  • Richards Bay Library
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Boardwalk Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Enseleni Nature Reserve
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Richards Bay (RCB)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Self-Catering

Luxury Self-Catering

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 24.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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

Luxury Townhome

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

Family Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 95 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Comfort House

Comfort House

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private plunge pool
Heating
Kitchen
  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 11
  • 11 Single Beds

About the area

Richards Bay

At Gecko Inn Guest House you'll be 2 km (1.2 mi) from Richards Bay Stadium and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Richards Bay Library. Highlights at this guest house include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the guest house's own lounge bar. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .With a stay at this 3-property class Richards Bay guest house, you'll be 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Plaza Bay and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Netcare The Bay Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • Richards Bay Library - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Boardwalk Mall - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Aquadene Public Library - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Enseleni Nature Reserve - 11 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Richards Bay Game Reserve - 15 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Richards Bay (RCB) - 8 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

Guesthouse in Richards Bay with 2 outdoor pools and 24-hour fitness centre
Gecko Inn Guest House offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a 24-hour fitness centre. 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 guest house 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 free toiletries and a ceiling fan. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks and dining tables. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

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 at the property
For any questions, 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for ZAR 350.0 per day.

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: from approximately ZAR 180 for adults and from 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 all 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 organisation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Gecko Inn Guest House?

Gecko Inn Guest House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 29 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gecko Inn Guest House on 11 Apr 2025 start from AU$153.63, 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.

Is parking available at Gecko Inn Guest House?

Yep, Gecko Inn Guest House has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Gecko Inn Guest House?

The closest beach to Gecko Inn Guest House is Alkandstrand Beach (7.8 km).

Does Gecko Inn Guest House have a pool?

Gecko Inn Guest House has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Gecko Inn Guest House a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Gecko Inn Guest House.

Does Gecko Inn Guest House serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gecko Inn Guest House?

No, Gecko Inn Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Gecko Inn Guest House?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Gecko Inn Guest House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Gecko Inn Guest House?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Gecko Inn Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

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

2/10 Terrible

chris

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ronald, enterprise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
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

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

8/10 Good

Chilenye

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

10/10 Excellent

BRADLEY

Business traveller
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 traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

LISA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

felix

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

8/10 Good

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top Hotel, Great Staff, A great time awaits
Good food, friendly bar, staff great, would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

corinne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful comfy rooms
Lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and good service
My stay and service was good,

8/10 Good

Wiseman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient
It's one of the recommended accommodations in Richardsbay

4/10 Poor

Martine

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Séjour très moyen Chambre au bout d une allée mal éclairée . Piscines petite Atmosphère très bruyante
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Emanuela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
ok per una notte di passaggio
Stile motel americano, però pulito e confortevole. Personale molto disponibile.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019