First Group La Montagne Hotel - Ballito

$$$$||View on mapBallito, South Africa100 Compensation Beach Road, Ballito, South Africa|
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First Group La Montagne Hotel - Ballito
100 Compensation Beach Road, Ballito, South Africa·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good · 1792 reviews
7.7Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.3
Staff8.4
Free WiFi8.3
Cleanliness8.0
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.9
Value for money7.8
Who stays here
Families47%
Couples38%
Groups8%
Solo5%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good · 1792 reviews
7.7Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.3
Staff8.4
Free WiFi8.3
Cleanliness8.0
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.9
Value for money7.8
Who stays here
Families47%
Couples38%
Groups8%
Solo5%

Beachfront resort on Compensation Beach with panoramic sea views, a dedicated kids' club, and an onsite wellness spa

Accommodation

First Group La Montagne offers 120 terraced apartments, each with a balcony and a private gas BBQ for outdoor cooking. All apartment types provide panoramic sea views of the Indian Ocean, with front-section units offering unobstructed ocean vistas. The two-bedroom apartments include a fully equipped kitchen, a separate living area, and a main bedroom with a flat-screen TV.

Dining

The Palm Terrace restaurant overlooks the swimming pool and serves pizza, breakfast, and lunch daily. Next to the pool, the B-bar offers snacks, drinks, and wine for guests looking for a relaxed meal or cocktail. Both venues focus on convenience and ocean-view dining, with kid-friendly buffet options available.

Wellness

La Montagne Ballito houses an onsite wellness spa that provides massage, body scrubs, facials, and a full range of beauty treatments. Guests have access to a hot tub, sauna, steam room, and a spa lounge for relaxation between sessions. Spa packages and couples treatments are available, including foot baths and full-body massages.

Family

The resort operates the Fred First Kids Club, which runs daily entertainment programs and supervised activities for younger guests. Children can use a dedicated kids' pool, an indoor play area, and the games room with board games and arcade options. Babysitting services are available on request, allowing parents to enjoy the spa or restaurants alone.

Location

First Group La Montagne sits directly on Compensation Beach, giving guests private access to the sand and a coastal boardwalk for walking or cycling. The resort is 5 km from Umhlali Country Club, a golf course open to residents, and 22 km from King Shaka International Airport. Nearby attractions include Sibaya Casino and the Lifestyle Shopping Centre, both within a short drive.

  • Location: Beachfront on Compensation Beach, 5 km from Umhlali Country Club
  • Rooms: 120 terraced apartments with panoramic sea views and gas BBQ on balconies
  • Dining: Palm Terrace restaurant and poolside B-bar for snacks and drinks
  • Family: Fred First Kids Club with daily entertainment and a dedicated kids' pool
  • Wellness: Onsite spa with hot tub, sauna, steam room, and a full menu of body treatments
  • Activities: Two outdoor swimming pools, games room, and direct boardwalk access
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-22:00
from 07:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of ZAR 130.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of floors:8
Number of rooms:179
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Rooms and availability

Superior Three-Bedroom Penthouse
  • Max:
    6 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Pedicure

Manicure

Jacuzzi

Facial

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Bowling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Shallow end

Room view

  • Sea view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about First Group La Montagne Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 39 £
📏 Distance to centre 600 m
✈️ Distance to airport 17.9 km
🧳 Nearest airport King Shaka International, DUR

Location

100 Compensation Beach Road, Ballito, South Africa
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100 Compensation Beach Road, Ballito, South Africa
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100 Compensation Beach Road, Ballito, South Africa
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Beach
Willard's Beach
550 m
Store
The Waterberry Coffee Shoppe
550 m
Restaurant
Mozambik Ballito
290 m
Restaurant
Crayfish Inn
150 m
Restaurant
The Grandstand Sports Bar & Grill
210 m
Restaurant
The Waterberry Tea Garden
730 m

Reviews of First Group La Montagne Hotel

7.7 /10
Very good
1792 reviews
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FAQ about First Group La Montagne

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the First Group La Montagne Hotel?
You can visit Granny's Pool SALT ROCK, placed 10 minutes' drive from the First Group La Montagne Hotel or Ballito Lifestyle Centre, which is 2.4 km away.
What is the nearest airport to the superb 3-star First Group La Montagne Hotel hotel?
King Shaka International airport lies within 20 km of the superb 3-star First Group La Montagne Hotel hotel and is reachable with a 21-minute drive.
Is airport shuttle provided by First Group La Montagne Hotel?
Airport shuttle which will take you to First Group La Montagne Hotel with a 21-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Does First Group La Montagne Hotel hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, guests of First Group La Montagne Hotel hotel can take advantage of a private parking garage on site.
Does the hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What payment methods are available in the superb First Group La Montagne Hotel hotel?
At the superb First Group La Montagne Hotel hotel, you can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and American Express.
What are the room types offered by the First Group La Montagne Hotel hotel?
The First Group La Montagne Hotel hotel provides such room types as King Room, Two-Bedroom Apartment, and Studio.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at this superb hotel?
Every room at this superb hotel includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a personal safe for guests' security.
Does the superb First Group La Montagne Hotel hotel offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the superb First Group La Montagne Hotel hotel there are wheelchair access and rooms with accessible facilities available for guests with special needs.
Which facilities does the superb First Group La Montagne Hotel hotel provide?
Top locations of the superb First Group La Montagne Hotel hotel include a storage for belongings and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and 24-hour security service.
What are the spa options at the First Group La Montagne Hotel hotel?
At a wellness centre featured at the First Group La Montagne Hotel hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as body treatments, pedicure, and manicure. Additionally, a treatment room, a steam room, and a hot tub are offered on-site.
Is swimming pool available at this superb hotel?
Yes, this superb hotel features a swimming pool.
Which children services are offered at the First Group La Montagne Hotel hotel?
For guests staying at the First Group La Montagne Hotel hotel with their children, childminding services will be very useful.
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