Name: First Group La Rochelle
Address: 56 Beach Road, 3936 St Lucia, South Africa, 56 Beach Road, KwaZulu-Natal, 3936, South Africa
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £81 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.8

First Group La Rochelle

56 Beach Road, 3936 St Lucia, South Africa – Excellent location - show map

Entire apartment
1076 ft² size
Kitchen
Garden
Swimming Pool
BBQ facilities
Free WiFi
Bath
Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping

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Located in St Lucia, 1.2 km from Ndlovu Beach and 1.3 km from Ingwe Beach, First Group La Rochelle provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi. The property is situated 1.6 km from Estuary Beach, 2.2 km from St Lucia Crocodile Centre and 30 km from Umfolozi Country Club. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.6 km from Jabula Beach. The 3-bedroom apartment is equipped with a living room with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 2 bathrooms with free toiletries. The apartment offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around St Lucia, like hiking. A children's playground is also available at First Group La Rochelle, while guests can also relax in the garden. Saint Lucia Estuary is 3.2 km from the accommodation, while Lake Eteza is 37 km away. The nearest airport is Hluhluwe Airport, 72 km from First Group La Rochelle.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in St Lucia, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3

Reliable info

Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

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Availability

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Accommodation Type

Number of guests

Three-Bedroom Apartment

Bedroom 1:

2 single beds

Bedroom 2:

2 single beds

Bedroom 3:

1 large double bed

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff

9.4

Facilities

9.0

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.2

Value for money

9.2

Location

9.3

Free WiFi

7.5

See what guests loved the most:

Nicole
South Africa
“Everything was amazing, i loved the newly renovated rooms, hopefully all First Resorts and undergo this upgrade.. Kerry at reception was very helpful and friendly. Facilities were so fun and Sauna and Jacuzzi were lovely.”
Benjamin
South Africa
“Very clean. Very helpful staff. Relaxing environment.”
Michael
South Africa
“LA Rochelle unlike other accommodation at st lucia is spacious with a lot of privacy Heated pool & miniature golf play ground and trampoline Accomadation set back towards the beach away from the bustle of the main street”
Grizhelda
South Africa
“Amazing stay with child friendly activities. Safe and central to amenities. It was so awesome that we extended our stay... Great job to the staff!”
Serge
France
“The independant house is very well-equipped and functionable. Beds were confortable, pool is perfect for the kids and adults, and the monkeys bring some actions! The staff is very professionnal and give tips, useful and accurate information, kudos...”
Sarah
South Africa
“The site was very clean and tidy, the chalet had everything we needed. The staff were friendly and helpful. we will stay here again.”
Venkadu
South Africa
“Beautiful getaway place. Clean and neat.close to eating areas”
Aamina
South Africa
“The location is great and the units provide simply everything you will need for an awesome weekend fishing and swimming at cape vidal.”
Marlie
South Africa
“We liked the neat and spacious apartment that was serviced daily, the pools and kids area in close proximity and the well equipped kitchen and braai facilities.”
Monika
South Africa
“Staff were absolutely fantastic!!! Super family friendly. Our kids loved it. So much to do for the whole family. Very convenient. The facilities exceeded our expectations.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by First Group

Company review score: 8.6Based on 15,214 reviews from 35 properties

35 managed properties

Company information

First Group creates magical and lasting memories for everyone, all the time. To cater for the diverse needs of our guests, First Group has developed a portfolio of business and leisure accommodation providing customers with a full spectrum of hospitality options including weddings, conferencing, wellness spas, entertainment, and activities. First Group offers superior customer service and resort management, creating memorable experiences at incredible destinations. With over 30 years’ experience in business and holiday accommodation, property development and management, First Group has you covered. Each property in the First Group collection offers a unique and exciting experience, with over 20 properties in Southern Africa that span across diverse locations.

Property information

La Rochelle is surrounded by lush, manicured gardens and the indigenous bush of St Lucia, close to the St Lucia Estuary, a world-renowned site boasting the greatest concentration of hippo and crocodiles in South Africa. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. It has BBQ facilities, air conditioning options, and daily housekeeping of the well-appointed cosy rooms PLUS WiFi at no charge. It also has a games room and a playground for the kids to enjoy. It includes an outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers, Adventure Golf course, hot tub/Jacuzzi & sauna, table tennis, pool table & darts activity available to enjoy as a group or make new holiday friends while playing.

Neighbourhood information

La Rochelle is located in St Lucia, less than 1 km from Ingwe Beach, a 12-minute walk from Ndlovu Beach, as well as 1 km from Estuary Beach – while Jabula Beach is only 1.3 km away and St. Lucia Main beach is a mere 1.7 km within reach. There are great options for satisfying all kinds of food cravings nearby, at delicious stops like the Thyme Square Coffee and Gift Shop, John Dory’s, Alfredo’s, Braza (South American cuisine), Reef & Dune (Pizza Seafood, Bar & Grill), St. Lucia Ski Boat Club (Bar & Seafood), KAUAI St. Lucia, Greco (Seafood & Sushi), Barraca Restaurant (Portuguese & other options), Fishermans Restaurant & Pub and more. You can find tons of hiking and fishing hot spots, nearby. Families, couples or solo explorers can experience more adventures at the St. Lucia Crocodile Centre and Mapelane Nature Reserve. With the iSimangaliso Wetland Park only 6 min away, there are loads of fun options for the whole family. Those who don’t mind a short road trip can visit the Hluhluwe–iMfolozi Park where you can get up close at personal with Africa’s Big 5 & more indigenous animals. St. Lucia has thriving attractions for all kinds of adventurers from birdwatching & photography tours, snorkelling tours, whale-watching cruises, Jeep & 4WD tours, plus boat and yacht cruises for those craving the sea including special Turtle Tours.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English,Zulu

Property surroundings

Facilities of First Group La Rochelle
Great facilities! Review score, 9

House rules

First Group La Rochelle takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 10:00

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 21. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted First Group La Rochelle accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A damage deposit of ZAR 500 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

First Group La Rochelle is 1,050 yards from the centre of St Lucia. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
First Group La Rochelle can accommodate the following group size:
- 6 guests
For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
First Group La Rochelle has the following number of bedrooms:
- 3 bedrooms
For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
First Group La Rochelle offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Sauna
- Hiking
- Children's playground
- Games room
- Fishing
- Swimming Pool
The prices at First Group La Rochelle may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at First Group La Rochelle on this page.
Check-in at First Group La Rochelle is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

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