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First Group La Montagne

3.0 star property
Family-friendly beachfront location with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Balcony
Superior Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View
Reception
Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms | Jetted tub

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool

Explore the area

Map
100 Compensation Drive, Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal, 4420
  • Ballito Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Holla Trails
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Thompson's Bay Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 107 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 71 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 107 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 71 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Studio, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

Studio, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 38 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Ballito

A family-friendly stay in Ballito awaits you at First Group La Montagne. Within steps you'll find Boulevard Shopping Centre and Ballito Beach within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 3 restaurants, a full-service spa and a nearby private beach. .A relaxing visit to La Vita Spa can include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, aromatherapy and mani/pedis along with access to the sauna. The restaurant, Palm Terrace, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. B-Bar is the hotel's own bar. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find umbrellas, and enjoy the on-site outdoor swimming pool and kids' club. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a hot tub and a sauna. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Ballito hotel include Holla Trails and Hillary Park.

What's nearby

  • Ballito Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Holla Trails - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Thompson's Bay Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Salt Rock Beach - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Umdloti Beach - 22 min drive - 30.3 km

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chicken Licken - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Concha - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Checkers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hops - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪La Fiamma Grill - ‬9 min walk

About this property

First Group La Montagne

Family-friendly beachfront location with outdoor pool
Unwind on the private sandy beach, located just 100 metres away. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at First Group La Montagne such as an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a hot tub, a steam room and a garden. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ballito hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 156 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
First Group La Montagne offers 120 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3-star hotel has kitchenettes with stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

La Vita Spa has 3 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • B-Bar
  • Crayfish Inn
  • La Vita
  • Palm Terrace

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Parasailing
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 19 March 2025 to 14 June 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Front desk
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at First Group La Montagne

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 350 per room (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Montagne Ballito
Montagne Hotel
Montagne Hotel Ballito
La Montagne Hotel Ballito
First Group Montagne Hotel Ballito
First Group Montagne Hotel
First Group Montagne Ballito
First Group Montagne
La Montagne
First Group La Montagne Hotel
First Group La Montagne Ballito
First Group La Montagne Hotel Ballito

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at First Group La Montagne?

First Group La Montagne offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at First Group La Montagne?

Yep, First Group La Montagne has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to First Group La Montagne?

Yep, First Group La Montagne is a short 4-minute walk from Ballito Beach. Fun beach activities include waterskiing, windsurfing and body boarding. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at First Group La Montagne?

Yep, La Vita Spa is available for guests. It has a hot tub and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as Swedish massages.

Does First Group La Montagne have a pool?

First Group La Montagne has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at First Group La Montagne?

First Group La Montagne features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 3 restaurants.

What makes First Group La Montagne a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as premium bedding and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at First Group La Montagne.

Is First Group La Montagne family-friendly?

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

Is there a free airport shuttle available at First Group La Montagne?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at First Group La Montagne?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at First Group La Montagne?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 9:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at First Group La Montagne?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

First Group La Montagne Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 157 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 157 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 157 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 157 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 157 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pumla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

LAURENCE, CUMBERLAND

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Keri

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location and sea view of la montagne was incredible! To wake up to the beauty of that was amazing, we stayed in a 3 bdrm apartment. Our room smelt so strongly of the fish restaurant the entire stay, our clothes smelt of it as well. The hotel is alot more worn than advertised, pictures looked alot nicer than what we walked into as well. There was rust around the showers and mold. Our keys daily did not work for the parkade as well as our room so that also got frusterating. I communicated my concerns to the front staff as well, they seemed to just say the maintenace guys would look at it. Other guests were having the same problems. Needless to say the surroundings of nature made the trip, the hotel left something to be desired unfortunately.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naeem

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Stefan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zwelakhe

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy chappy

Its was amazing, I was referred to this place and my ow my its a home away from home.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly and helpful staff

Enjoyed the stay, excellent wifi, good food, excellent service, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lift was out for the 3 days but was there
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is not the newest on the block but they are busy with renovations and improvements. This was not disturbing at all. Still an amazing stay though. Service was always friendly and no hesitation to assist with requests. Food is absolutely top notch, from breakfast to dinner. Would highly recommend to families.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Good location, good property amentities

I have stayed at La Montagne before and enjoyed it so we returned. This stay we were given an amazing 2 bedroom apartment right on promenade which was great for views and easy access to the beach. Only negative was that there were no extra blankets in the unit in winter and only 2 sets of towels for a family of 5. When we asked for extra towels, it took the entire day to get it after having to ask again in the evening. With blankets when we asked for an extra one, we were told sorry no extra blankets due to the dryer not working and no blanket was brought to us. On the whole the property is gorgeous with really excellent restaurants that are priced well with good service. We will be back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Anita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tinus

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mornay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Leigh

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel has great access to the main swimming beach and is very close to a Pick n Pay. The hotel is in need of some TLC. The hotel holds functions which was noisy for us being on the pool level but they did finish at a reasonable hour.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anneke

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Nicola

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, staff service was variable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Fatima

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Ningi

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Maka

Travelled with partner
Great place, enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Quintus

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023