59 Basil Hulett Drive , 4391 Ballito, South Africa
#9 of 15 hotels in Ballito
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1096 hotel reviews
8.2Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.2
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
7.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 28 April 2024
Zakiyya
South AfricaSwimming pool was really cold. Shower was blocked. Hair dryer didn't work. Would be nice if rooms were air conditioned. Would be great if bottled water was available in the room daily.
Loved the proximity to the beach. Beautiful views from the room. Breakfast was lovely. Great variety on offer. Loved the ambience of the breakfast hall.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Natalie
South AfricaThe passages to rooms were wet most of the time (not from rain) and often had an unpleasant odor due to being mopped without detergent.
Old hotel but really well maintained. Stunning gardens leading to the beach and tidal pool. Beautifully maintained swimming pool and loungers. Room had a great view. Food was delicious and restaurant was great.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Alison
South AfricaBreakfast staff were slow to attend to us
Great venue
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Weir
South AfricaThe location is so beautiful. The rooms could be upgraded a bit. The bfast was outstanding
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Debbie
South AfricaBackground music in the restaurant was really old and stale.
Food was great at the restaurant, Location was perfect.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Matthew
South AfricaNeeds a revamp badly. Dirty pool area.
Relaxed friendly hotel. Nice beach.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Refilwe
South AfricaOn entering the rooms, there was a bit of a scent that was not pleasant. The rooms are wonderfully spacious but no cutlery is provided and tv is awkwardly placed. Lighting in the hotel could be better as the building is an antique
Breakfast was delicious, variety of meals to choices was great. The staff were always available to remove unused dishes.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Mallett
South AfricaSalt Rock Hotel has the most beautiful setting and the views are breathtaking. The food was delicious, the staff were helpful and friendly and the rooms was clean and comfortable.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Deborah
South AfricaService was quite slow on lunch The rooms need some more hanging hooks to dry wet clothes There were no 2 prong plugs for appliances
The location and the room set up. The kids club was brilliant!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Thembelihle
South AfricaRooms esthetics.
View, Kids facilities and the Staff.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Michael
South Africawould have liked the option of some light bar snacks like crisps, peanuts , biltong
The number one attraction to the property is the proximity to the sea and the associated view and really that is almost all that matters. The rooms are good but a bit dated and the food is exceptional, the breakfast spread is very good and the curries live up to reputation.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Merisa
South AfricaWake up call for Breakfast - people that is on holiday want to sleep late and don't mind skipping breakfast now and then , please don't call them to wake up for breakfast . Room Cleaning - If the "do Not Disturb ' sign is NOT on the door please do not wake up the people sleeping to ask if you should clean Do not wake up your guest holidays are for sleeping in /late
Breakfast , Staff , Cleanliness , Food
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Lorraine
South AfricaRoom service was poor - charged R20 for sweet Chilli sauce. No salt provided and arrived 1/2 after request - meal was cold already. Lunchtime dishes only collected the next morning.
Location was amazing! Rooms spacious.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Selwyn
South AfricaElectricity going on and off a few times every day
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Frittella
South AfricaVery low water pressure in our unit.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 12 February 2024
Aniruth
South AfricaThe hotel is old and rooms are very stuffy even when cleaned
That the place was peaceful and beach walking distance
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Sarah
United KingdomDidn"t dislike anything
Breakfast was delicious very helpful staff
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Andre
South AfricaNo AC in room,at that price you would expect AC
The patio,eating area
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 30 January 2024
Tsholofelo
South AfricaNeeds some donations from outside
The setup of the rooms
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 29 January 2024
Jonathan
South AfricaThe lovely breakfast, seaviews and the location
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 22 January 2024
Liesbet
South AfricaWe went during some very hot days, and the rooms on the 6th floor felt like ovens. Air-conditioning wouldn't be a big luxury to make the rooms more comfortable, especially for the nights.
The rooms had a great ocean view, you could walk out of the room, straight on the beach. The staff was very friendly, and breakfast was super! It was nice to have a swimming pool at the hotel.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 22 January 2024
Giulia
South AfricaTo be honest, the building and rooms are run down. It is sad considering what a great position it has. With renovations, it could become easily a 5 stars hotel.
The place is simply magnificent: the position just on the private beach, the large pool, the garden… The staff is very warm and friendly The food is very good and the curry especially is divine
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 20 January 2024
Karen
South AfricaNo aircon in room but there was a bidet? Not terribly well thought out. Bathroom door should open into room rather than take space in the bathroom. Hotel has an old, slightly dilapidated feel.
Food was good and well priced. Staff were excellent.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 14 January 2024
Phillipae
South AfricaThat we had to leave after 4 days. Would love to come for a longer stay and I don't have to work.
Beautiful views, staff is very friendly and professional. The food is delicious, especially the curry beef. Highly recommended.
Stayed in January 2024
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