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

A hotel with multiple floors, a waterfront view, and a sandy beach area.

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

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

1. BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

0.6 km from Pelican Island

Rob

฿4,183

฿4,811 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

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

A buffet with various dishes and condiments.

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

2. Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

1.2 km from Pelican Island

Sarah J

฿2,693

฿3,097 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 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 reception desk with a sign reading "THE RICHARDS" in the background.

3. Premier Hotel The Richards

1 km from Pelican Island

Pragasen

฿2,945

฿3,386 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A cozy living room with striped sofas, a fireplace, and draped curtains.

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

1.3 km from Pelican Island

Ari

฿1,781

฿2,048 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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

A two-story building with a sign reading "The Beach Dunes."

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

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

5. 5 Beach Dunes

1.2 km from Pelican Island

฿2,212

฿2,212 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

A building with a white facade, a covered porch, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

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

6. Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

0.9 km from Pelican Island

Cathleen

฿1,984

฿2,281 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 covered outdoor area with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a garden.

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

7. Hillton Manor Guest House

5 km from Pelican Island

Gregory C.

฿2,489

฿2,489 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

A cozy room with brick walls, a red ceiling, a television, a sofa, a red armchair, and a bar area with stools.

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.

8. La Mer Lodge

4.8 km from Pelican Island

Elmarie

฿2,458

฿2,458 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 hotel reception area with a curved wooden reception desk, a tiled floor, and a large indoor plant on the left.

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

9. Road Lodge Richards Bay

5.6 km from Pelican Island

Sithabile

฿1,780

฿2,048 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, equipped with water bottles and nameplates.

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.

10. Peermont Metcourt at Umfolozi

18.4 km from Pelican Island

฿2,839

฿3,285 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 bedroom with a tufted headboard, patterned bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall clock.

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.

11. Unami Self-catering Accommodation

5.2 km from Pelican Island

฿1,210

฿1,392 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a mirror, and curtains.

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

12. Minilitha Lodge

6.3 km from Pelican Island

฿1,419

฿1,419 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 bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and two framed artworks on the wall.

A living room with a sofa, a wooden desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

13. 12 Saddleback Village

4.5 km from Pelican Island

฿2,151

฿2,151 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 swimming pool area with lounge chairs, a barbecue, and a covered seating area.

A hotel room with a sofa, a round bathtub, a dining table with candles, and a bed with rose petals.

A hallway with a stone wall and metal animal sculptures.

14. Gecko Inn Guest House

6.8 km from Pelican Island

Cheyne

฿3,466

฿3,466 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 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.

A rustic cabin with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery including palm trees and a large tree with a thick trunk.

15. Woodpecker Inn

6.2 km from Pelican Island

Elmarie

฿2,314

฿2,661 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

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

A hotel room with a kitchenette, two beds, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

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

16. Seagull Lodge

5.2 km from Pelican Island

SARAH

฿2,314

฿2,661 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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Top Pelican 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. "

Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great!! "

Other attractions near Pelican Island

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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Naval Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Naval Island 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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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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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 Pelican Island?

Pelican Island is located in Richards Bay. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 12 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Pelican Island?

Premier Hotel The Richards is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Pelican Island. Other good choices within a short distance include BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay and Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Pelican Island?

Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Pelican Island.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Pelican Island.

What can I see and do near Pelican Island?

At Richards Bay Park, Alkandstrand Beach and Naval Island, take some time to really appreciate nature. A trip to Boardwalk Mall and Plaza Bay might be just the ticket for souvenir shopping. If you've got some time to explore the area around Pelican Island, you may want to make a stop by Zululand Yacht Club, Richards Bay Stadium and Richards Bay Game Reserve.

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Our top choices for Pelican 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. La Mer Lodge

9. Road Lodge Richards Bay

10. Peermont Metcourt at Umfolozi

11. Unami Self-catering Accommodation

12. Minilitha Lodge

13. 12 Saddleback Village

14. Gecko Inn Guest House

15. Woodpecker Inn

16. Seagull Lodge

Top Pelican Island Hotel Reviews

Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay

Road Lodge Richards Bay

Hillton Manor Guest House

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

The Ridge Guesthouse

Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

Other attractions near Pelican Island

Zululand Yacht Club

Naval Island

Richards Bay Park

Alkandstrand Beach

Lake Mzingazi

Boardwalk Mall

Richards Bay Library

Plaza Bay

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