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Woodpecker Inn

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A table set with a teapot, cups, and a vase with flowers, with a pool and lounge chairs in the background. - Woodpecker Inn (Richards Bay)
A rustic cabin with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery including palm trees and a large tree with a thick trunk. - Woodpecker Inn (Richards Bay)
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with red and white bedding, a lamp, and a painting on the wall. - Woodpecker Inn (Richards Bay)
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A buffet area with various food items, a coffee station, and a selection of glassware on shelves. - Woodpecker Inn (Richards Bay)
A free roundtrip airport shuttle, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Woodpecker Inn. In addition to a bar and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and wall art.

Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and wall art.

Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and wall art.

Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and wall art.

Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and wall art.

Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a bed with red and white bedding, a painting on the wall, and a bathroom with a sink and a window with a curtain.

Economy Room

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a bed with red and white bedding, a painting on the wall, and a bathroom with a sink and a window with a curtain.

Economy Room

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A cozy bedroom with two beds, a wooden headboard, a window with patterned curtains, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and wall art.

Comfort Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Richards Bay, Woodpecker Inn is in a rural area. Plaza Bay and Boardwalk Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Enseleni Nature Reserve and Richards Bay Game Reserve. Scuba diving and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Richards Bay travel guide
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Corner of Nkoninga and Pelican ParadeBir, Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, 3900

What's nearby

  • Lake Mzingazi
    3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Richards Bay Library
    5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • City of uMhlathuze Municipality
    5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Richards Bay Stadium
    5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Boardwalk Mall
    6 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Richards Bay (RCB)
    5 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mariners Seafood Restaurant
    12 min drive
  • Wimpy
    6 min drive
  • The Outpost Restaurant
    22 min drive
  • Strandloper
    8 min drive
  • Ijusi
    11 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Weekday buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 175 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

  • Smoking not allowed

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome
2 total (up to 44 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting 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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: ZAR 500.00

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 175 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

We should mention

Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property class

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Frequently asked questions

Does Woodpecker Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Woodpecker Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 44 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Woodpecker Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Woodpecker Inn?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Woodpecker Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Woodpecker Inn located?

Situated in a rural location, this guesthouse is within 3 mi (5 km) of Netcare The Bay Hospital, Richards Bay Library, and Plaza Bay. City of uMhlathuze Municipality and Boardwalk Mall are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Woodpecker Inn Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elmarie

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thulani

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Newlyn

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness