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About
Comfortable Accommodations Umfolozi Hotel in Empangeni offers comfortable rooms with air-conditioning, free WiFi, and modern amenities. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and private bathroom with a walk-in shower. Dining and Leisure Guests can enjoy a year-round outdoor swimming pool, lush garden, and a family-friendly restaurant serving local and steakhouse cuisines. The on-site bar offers a variety of cocktails in a relaxed setting. Convenient Services The hotel provides private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and full-day security. Additional amenities include a casino, outdoor seating area, and paid on-site private parking. Location and Access Located 14 mi from Richards Bay Airport, Umfolozi Hotel offers easy access to local attractions.
82 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 8.4
- Staff
- 7.9
- Location
- 8.2
What Guests Say
- “Staff very friendly and room was clean”
- “I kind find anything I like about the property was okay though”
Top Amenities
- Casino
- Swimming Pool
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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Exclusively for Priceline members Details
1/1Double or Twin Room - Disability Access
- Accessible bath/shower
- Accessible room
- Accessible toilet
- Air conditioning
1/4Executive Suite
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Clothes rack
1/1Classic Twin Room
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Baby Cot
- Bath or Shower
1/3Double or Twin Room
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Clothes rack
1/3Superior Double or Twin Room
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Clothes rack
1/2Superior Twin Room
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/3Double Room
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Clothes rack
1/1Universal Room
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Closet
- Clothes rack
1/1Classic King
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Closet
- Clothes rack
1/1Superior King Room
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Closet
- Clothes rack
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What Guests Loved
Based on 82 reviews
Pros +
- Staff very friendly and room was clean
- Passable
- Good stay
Cons -
- Restaurant was very slow and told it was a busy day. The hotel should make arrangements in line with the bookings. Their failure to plan should not affect guests.
- they were short staffed at the Grillhouse.only one friendly lady was on duty.she had to juggle around like a crazy person. when we arrived the reception area was empty we had to wait for about 20 minutes before a friendly guy came to our rescue.
- The room was on the ground floor closer to parking. Parking of cars and people coming and going was extremely noisy
Staff very friendly and room was clean
Restaurant was very slow and told it was a busy day. The hotel should make arrangements in line with the bookings. Their failure to plan should not affect guests.
Passable
they were short staffed at the Grillhouse.only one friendly lady was on duty.she had to juggle around like a crazy person. when we arrived the reception area was empty we had to wait for about 20 minutes before a friendly guy came to our rescue.
Good stay
The room was on the ground floor closer to parking. Parking of cars and people coming and going was extremely noisy
I kind find anything I like about the property was okay though
It’s old needs revamping you can’t close bathroom slide and open the door at the same time rooms are so tiny but atleast it clean paint it’s falling of walls it’s a lot
The Casino experience...coupled woth accommodation establishment...Definitely not the food...I haad a running stomach after i had dinner there...( Stewing Lamb Curry) It was a nightmare travelling back to JHB....
I am good with everything except the lamb curry .....dinner...Kindly ensure fresh products are served at all times....I won''t complain
Entrance hall looks welcoming and th stairs look like a hotel
Reception. There was no one. When the lady came she had an attitude and claimed she was there. Poor customer service Room was small.Bed cover was torn Only one bottle of water in a room booked for 2.One little soapThis room could easily be R800
Convenient it’s so easy to find and it’s clean
Some lady was serving us at the restaurant on Saturday night she is not friendly at all
Location was great, Restaurants on site offer plenty options. Loved the balcony area.
location
very noisy drunk people outside in the car park so couldn’t sleep and the breakfast was terrible
The room was clean
The service at your restaurant was very slow she took time to serve us with drink let's not even talk about food
fairly Neat and tidy
noisy toilet, leaks continuously.room was smaller than expected. could hear neighbours snoring. Breakfast was okay. no coffee machine/pot for breakfast.
Decent. The long periods waiting and with no waitress in sight were a drag. Breakfast took too long on both mornings
No fridge in room. A necessity for medication.
The view, attitude of the staff was exceptional, the food, the rooms was excellent,,everything was ln a good standard, I will be back again
it was very beautiful, staff were friendly , very courteous and helpful
there was nothing wrong we enjoyed all that was on offer
Room was nice
Restaurant was empty, no atmosphere. Big menu, but most food not available.
Rooms are beautiful
No one at reception upon arrival and staff was not welcoming at all... had to open gate myself... just not welcoming
Breakfast was good.
The service was horrible and I've had better service from BnB's, I wouldn't recommend it and definitely that was my first and last time stay there.
Rooms are clean and staff are friendly. Good wifi.
Communication was bad. As lockdown level had been increased, hotel did not know if they could accommodate me. Took over an hour to confirm. Did not inform us to preorder breakfast. Supper was served in polystyrene containers which we had to collect. Did not receive what was on the menu. Paid for supper with my card and no receipt printed, so was asked to send proof of payment via SMS. Burger patty was not well cooked and not all items ordered for breakfast were provided. I know that we are living in difficult times but I feel the hotel could have been more accommodating.
Everything was fine
For breakfast we were waiting it at 6h00as per our agreement but its came at 6h30,while we were in the rush to Durban to our appointment of 7h00,so by that we run out of time
The breakfast was mediocre.
The attitude of the staff especially at reception. The person by the name of Dean was very unhelpful. The quality of the food was terrible. The pal e is way overpriced for its standard. It’s a glorified backpackers club.
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Activities & Things to do
- Casino
Swimming & Soaking
- Swimming Pool
- Outdoor pool
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Accessible parking
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Accessible toilet
- Facilities for disabled guests available
- Wheelchair accessible
General
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 11:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 stay free with cot. |
| Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Location
2 Copper Drive, Kuleka, Richards Bay
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