DURBAN & SURROUNDS The Boathouse

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Enquire now » The Boathouse main area and pool
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Enquire now » The view from the top deck of The Boathouse
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Enquire now » A luxury seaview room
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Enquire now » Pool with a view of the ocean
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Enquire now » Outside dining
Highlights
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Dolphin Spotting
Enjoy spotting the Bottle-nose dolphins playing along the Dolphin Coast.
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Beach Wedding
The Boathouse is one of only a rare few Beach Wedding venues on the North Coast. Make your dreams come true at this very special venue.
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Sundowner Cocktails
Enjoy sipping a cocktail whilst watching the sun setting.
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Plenty of activities
Ideally located in Ballito, The Boathouse is in close proximity to a variety of activities - most within an hours drive.
General Information
Nestled between the fields of Natal's golden beaches and the warm Indian Ocean lies the coastal village of Ballito. Popular for spotting the Bottle-nose dolphin feeding along it's shores, Ballito is at the heart of the Dolphin Coast. It is here, on the beach front, that you will find The Boathouse - A luxury coastal retreat.
The Boathouse has 22 suites with fine touches to detail, crisp clean sheets and all the amenities to enhance your comfort. The large private balconies are there for you to soak up the African Sun. The Guest House has an unbeatable beach front location, fine dining restaurant, cigar bar, library and a pool overlooking the Indian Ocean.
Whatever your reason for travelling, business or pleasure, The Boathouse portrays exceptional quality and value for money. A Beach Front retreat inviting you to relax in splendor and spoil yourself.
Our view
Luxury beach front guest house on Durban's coastline with beautiful views.- Comfortable rooms, most with sea views
- Fine dining options
- Great beach walks
- Loads of local activities
Price
From ZAR R595.00 per person Add to trip plannerLocation
The Boathouse is located on the Dolphin Coast in Ballito, in KwaZulu-Natal, 50km North of Durban.
Rooms
Each room is individually decorated in its own colour scheme of fabric and style. Choose between luxury (with deck balcony) or standard rooms (some with deck balcony) - most of the rooms have sea views. Standard to all the rooms is selected satellite and SABC TV, air conditioning, telephone, tea and coffee tray
Facilities
- A la carte restaurant
- Air-conditioning
- Bar facility
- Children welcome
- Full laundry services
- Satellite TV
- Swimming pool
Dining
Breakfasts include a full continental and English breakfast. Delicious cuisine (lunch and dinner) is prepared by the chefs that are complimented by a fine selection of South African wines. Specialties like fresh line fish, seafood platters and choice cuts of beef are offered.
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Read more »Our Price Guarantee
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