Imvubu Lodge

Located in Richards Bay, Imvubu Lodge is by the ocean, a 3-minute drive from Richards Bay Park and 6 minutes from Zululand Yacht Club. This spa hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Alkandstrand Beach and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Lake Mzingazi.

Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the hotel's restaurant, In The Reeds, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 47 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Richards Bay Park - 1.5 km / 1 mi
Alkandstrand Beach - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Lake Mzingazi - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Zululand Yacht Club - 3.3 km / 2 mi
Pelican Island - 4 km / 2.5 mi
Naval Island - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
University of Zululand Richards Bay Campus - 7.5 km / 4.6 mi
City of uMhlathuze Municipality - 7.7 km / 4.8 mi
Netcare The Bay Hospital - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Richards Bay Library - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Boardwalk Mall - 8.3 km / 5.2 mi
Richards Bay Stadium - 8.8 km / 5.5 mi
Plaza Bay - 8.9 km / 5.5 mi
Aquadene Public Library - 12.2 km / 7.6 mi
Enseleni Nature Reserve - 15.9 km / 9.9 mi

The preferred airport for Imvubu Lodge is Richards Bay (RCB) - 11.7 km / 7.3 mi

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages and body treatments. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.

Imvubu lodge, meaning hippo in Zulu, was inspired by the famous "Huberta the Hippo" who undertook the historic journey from Zululand to East London. Tucked away in the lush greenbelt zone of Richards Bay, we are adjacent to the scenic Lake Menywa and the unspoilt beaches of the Indian Ocean. The lodge is conveniently located on a 20 hectare property with a wildlife sanctuary surrounding it, and is within close proximity to the Tuzi Gazi Waterfront, the International heritage site of Lake St Lucia and two world-class game reserves boasting the Big 5. Imvubu Lodge is also close to the CBD as well as the Richards Bay airport. We have a 3 star grading from the Tourism Grading counsel of South Africa and offer the following services. The accommodation we offer includes; luxurious one and two bedroom chalets both self-catering and non self-catering. The single self catering chalet can sleep 2 people and double chalets can accommodate up to 5 people. All our self-catering chalets are fully equipped with everything you need for a well-deserved break or just a good nights rest. Each chalet is secluded and is quipped with air-conditioning, DSTV, and all the self catering units have their own braai facilities. 24-Hour security allows you to relax and forget about the stresses of every day life whilst enjoying the tranquillity of nature. The conference centres are technologically advanced, with air-conditioning, and an entertainment deck overlooking Lake Menywa as well as a fully licensed bar. Management delegates in search of a quiet up market venue to host a conference, need look no further. Our Conference Centre is able to comfortably seat up to 150people. We cater for a variety of functions including conferences, product launches, presentations, team buildings and weddings. Our restaurant offers a stunning view, coupled with superb service and a romantic setting for Imvubu Lodge as the venue of choice. International Executive Chef, Francois Roux, prepares all the meals and other exotic dishes. We have a Business centre available in receptions, as well as wireless internet facilities which are available in our Restaurant, Sundowner Cocktail Bar, Conference Centre, and in all of our Rooms Our latest additions to the lodge are our two Luxurious Sea view suites furnished with top of the range equipment. As well as our Sundowner cocktail bar with a 180 degree elevated sea view. Breakfast 06h30am – 10h00am Restaurant Lunch 12h00pm – 16h00pm Sundowner Cocktail Bar Dinner 06h30pm – 10h00pm Restaurant – Dress code smart casual