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Woodpecker Inn

3.0 star property

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Enjoy a casual meal at this outdoor dining area, where a brick oven cooks up delicious pizzas.
Enjoy a romantic wedding reception with a beautifully set table, candlelight, and a serene garden view.
Relax by the serene pool surrounded by a patio and lounge chairs, with a decorative sculpture adding a touch of artistry.
Surrounded by lush greenery, this cabin offers a tranquil retreat with a balcony overlooking the surrounding landscape.
Relax in a cozy retreat with a comfortable bed, a lamp, and a beautiful view of the outdoors through a large window.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Corner of Nkoninga and Pelican ParadeBir, Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, 3900
  • Enseleni Nature Reserve
  • Boardwalk Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Richards Bay Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Richards Bay (RCB)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room

Experience a traditional retreat with a wooden headboard, two comfortable beds, and a cozy atmosphere.

Family Room

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Comfortable retreat with a large bed, two nightstands, and framed wall art.

Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfortable retreat with a large bed, two nightstands, and framed wall art.

Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfortable retreat with a large bed, two nightstands, and framed wall art.

Comfort Twin Room

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfortable retreat with a large bed, two nightstands, and framed wall art.

Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfortable retreat with a large bed, two nightstands, and framed wall art.

Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Economy Room

Cozy retreat with a comfortable bed, a painting above, and a nightstand with a telephone.

Economy Room

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom

Comfortable retreat with a large bed, two nightstands, and framed wall art.

Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Economy Room

Cozy retreat with a comfortable bed, a painting above, and a nightstand with a telephone.

Economy Room

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About this property

Woodpecker Inn

Guesthouse in Richards Bay with airport shuttle service and an outdoor pool
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free guesthouse has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free airport shuttle are also provided. Other amenities include conference space, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities.
Woodpecker Inn offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Woodpecker Inn, you'll be close to Richards Bay Stadium. Features include free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free roundtrip airport shuttle.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and wedding services
  • 5 minutes by car from Netcare The Bay Hospital and 6 minutes from Richards Bay Library
  • Free airport shuttle service
  • Pets welcome for free (restrictions apply)
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Woodpecker Inn. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Richards Bay guesthouse is smoke free.

Onsite venue - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle during limited hours at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee: ZAR 95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 44 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: ZAR 500.00

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Breakfast fee: approximately ZAR 95 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Woodpecker Inn offers transfers from the airport. Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

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

Woodpecker Inn Richards Bay
Woodpecker Richards Bay
Woodpecker Inn Guesthouse
Woodpecker Inn Richards Bay
Woodpecker Inn Guesthouse Richards Bay

Woodpecker Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

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

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elmarie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of my trustworthy B&B in Richards Bay during my business travels and hopefully not the last
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Large bar and food available. Nice large rooms, good for family. Convienient for airport.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Thulani

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

2/10 Terrible

Newlyn

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

8/10 Good

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Haven of Peace

Satisfactory, friendly staff and nice surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness