Aparthotel

First Group Chaka Rock Chalets

3.0 star property
Beach aparthotel with outdoor pool and family fun

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Mini-golf
Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Terrace/patio
Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | View from room
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Children’s play area – outdoor

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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68 Ocean Drive, Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal, 4420
  • Salt Rock Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Thompson's Bay Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Ballito Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the area

Ballito

A family-friendly stay in Ballito awaits you at First Group Chaka Rock Chalets. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Salt Rock Beach and Umhlali Library. Highlights at this beach aparthotel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchens and balconies. .You can enjoy a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and each apartment features in-room childcare, a ceiling fan and a safe. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. Nice touches to enhance your stay include free toiletries and premium bedding. A hairdryer, an iron/ironing board and a desk are also available. .Enjoy the free kids' club, outdoor tennis court, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Ballito aparthotel include Thompson's Bay Beach and Tiffany's Beach.

What's nearby

  • Salt Rock Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Thompson's Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Sheffield Beach - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Ballito Beach - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Holla Trails - 6 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Butcher Boys - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Salt Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Salty's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KAUAI - ‬6 min drive

About this property

First Group Chaka Rock Chalets

Beach aparthotel with outdoor pool and family fun
First Group Chaka Rock Chalets offers its guests a kids' pool, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. There's an onsite business centre. A library, a complimentary children's club, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly First Group Chaka Rock Chalets. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Ballito aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 67 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 8 buildings
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
First Group Chaka Rock Chalets offers 67 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Accommodation at this 3-star aparthotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • 1

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Business centre
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Turndown service

Location highlights

  • Near the airport
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Shopping
  • Supervised activities for children
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 floors
  • 67 units
  • 8 buildings
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 15 July 2025 to 14 July 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at First Group Chaka Rock Chalets?

Yep, First Group Chaka Rock Chalets has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to First Group Chaka Rock Chalets?

Yep, First Group Chaka Rock Chalets is a short 8-minute walk from Salt Rock Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and fishing.

Does First Group Chaka Rock Chalets have a pool?

First Group Chaka Rock Chalets has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Is First Group Chaka Rock Chalets family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club and a children's pool, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that First Group Chaka Rock Chalets is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at First Group Chaka Rock Chalets?

No, First Group Chaka Rock Chalets does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at First Group Chaka Rock Chalets?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at First Group Chaka Rock Chalets?

No, only service animals are allowed.