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La Mer Lodge

3.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Exterior
Outdoor pool
Buffet

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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14 Koorsboom, Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, 3900
  • Place, University of Zululand Richards Bay Campus
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Boardwalk Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Richards Bay Library
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Richards Bay (RCB)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room (or Single)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Double Room (or Single)

  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Richards Bay

La Mer Lodge is located within a mile (2 km) of University of Zululand Richards Bay Campus and City of uMhlathuze Municipality. This 3-star bed & breakfast has 13 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • University of Zululand Richards Bay Campus - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • City of uMhlathuze Municipality - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Boardwalk Mall - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Plaza Bay - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Richards Bay Library - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Richards Bay (RCB) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Outpost Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jacob - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬19 min walk

About this property

La Mer Lodge

Guests of La Mer Lodge enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and laundry facilities. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a picnic area, barbecue grills, and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 29-inch TVs with satellite channels. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, ceiling fans, and safes.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 60 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 29-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 60 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Mer Lodge Richards Bay
Mer Lodge
Mer Richards Bay
La Mer Lodge Richards Bay
La Mer Lodge Bed & breakfast
La Mer Lodge Bed & breakfast Richards Bay

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at La Mer Lodge?

La Mer Lodge provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at La Mer Lodge?

As of Feb 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Mer Lodge on Mar 6, 2026 start from 74.49, 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.

What's there to see within easy reach of La Mer Lodge?

This bed & breakfast is located in Richards Bay, close to Boardwalk Mall, Aquadene Public Library, and Alkandstrand Beach. You'll also find Zululand Yacht Club and Pelican Island within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at La Mer Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does La Mer Lodge include a casino?

No, La Mer Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at La Mer Lodge?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is La Mer Lodge good for couples?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a bar and an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include garden views.

Does La Mer Lodge have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does La Mer Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, La Mer Lodge serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its snack bar.

Does La Mer Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at La Mer Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at La Mer Lodge?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

What is the closest airport to La Mer Lodge?

The closest major airport to La Mer Lodge is Richards Bay (RCB), which is 4.5 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at La Mer Lodge?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at La Mer Lodge.

La Mer Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

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

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

EDSON

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so welcoming and the security guy offered to wash my car. Very quiet place and accommodates all age groups
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elmarie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
La Mer is always my preferred accommodation for all my business trips to Richards Bay, thanks for this trip again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were really friendly and other guests. Great location, decent price. I would definitely book again if I was ever in the area. It was very close to the airport/shopping malls. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jan

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible Room

My client complained as it wasn't the first time he stayed at this guest house. Both times the rooms were terrible. He said the room he received this time was better but there was a bad smell coming from the shower that he had to sleep with the windows open. He informed the management but the attitude was that nothing would be done about it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Abraham

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Overall, a pleasant place to stay,

Very pleasant host and staff. Area is more industrial than anticipated but great beach, harbour and golf course. Air con needs to be more efficient for those not used to the humidity and a lick of paint wouldn’t go amiss, together with a barrier between the bathroom and the rest of the area. I guess I’m just used to UK regulations but it would be a positive step for me.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

richard, france

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

Good hotel, nice people

The lodge is in a quiet street, and has a nice setting with trees and bushes to give a country feel. It's well maintained, and there's lots of space in the lounge, kitchen, dining room

10/10 Excellent

nonkululeko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing ,I can refer other people to come and stay there

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

4/10 Poor

BEATRICE

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

Hôtel médiocre, à la réputation surfaite

Hôtel à éviter, qui confirme la mauvaise impression qu'on a dès l'arrivée au parking, jonché d'ordures et de déchets, une honte. La chambre est dépourvue de toute facilité ( pas de frigidaire, pas de micro ondes, aucune bouteille d'eau à disposition....), la notre ne correspondait pas à notre réservation, et était en outre bruyante, d'autant qu'elle était proche de la piscine. Enfin, le petit déjeuner coûte 10 euros par personne celui met le prix de la chambre à 100 euros tout de même et elle est loin de les valoir. On ne s'y arrêtera plus jamais.