2 Shrimp Lane, 4420 Ballito, South Africa
#8 of 16 hotels in Ballito
Guests' ChoiceBased on 294 hotel reviews
8.0Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.2
Staff
9.0
Value for money
7.7
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 5 August 2025
Bird
ZimbabweRooms tied & dated - more like a 2/3 star B&B. Owners need to renovate & keep up with the maintenance. Only 1 therapist working at the spa & closed on Sunday.
The location was the best thing. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 14 June 2025
Lee-anne
South AfricaThe construction that was happening
The location
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 9 June 2025
Dumisani
South AfricaLocation par excellence
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 4 May 2025
Yvonne
South AfricaStunning location
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 23 April 2025
Mbali
South AfricaRestaurant options are not that great. They have a set menu, would've loved a buffet breakfast.
The views are breathtaking, reception area well decorated. Private beach. Staff is kind and pays attention to details and making your stay great. Really appreciated.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 29 March 2025
Nicole
United StatesExceptional location and wonderfully friendly and helpful staff. I had an excellent stay at Canelands and will certainly be back!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 2 March 2025
John
United KingdomJust little signs of maintenance required..nothing too bad, just early signs
Stunning location to wake up to
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 17 February 2025
Lerato
South AfricaBreakfast was bad I left hungry in the morning, I strongly suggest management to get a professional chef to prepare food for the guests.
The area of the hotel is superb! Waking up right next to the beach was great. My husband and I sat on the balcony till late in the evening enjoying the sound and view of the beach.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 16 February 2025
Zondi
South AfricaAircon was not working and the ocean was loud at night.
Staff, food and sea view
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 8 February 2025
Michael
United KingdomNothing, it was all good
Tremendous sea views from bedroom and public areas. Superb giant prawns for dinner, and excellent cooked breakfast
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 5 February 2025
Michelle
South AfricaThe room itself, besides the amazing view, did not live up to expectation given the price for the night. Furnishings are cheap and shoddy, cupboard doors didn't close properly, and bedside lamp shades were wobbly. The bathroom was outdated and grimy looking, cupboard wood rotting at the base, mirror blackened edges, and toilet flusher kept jamming. The swimming pool wasn't up to standard either and needs resurfacing. The room was near the reception area staircase, and voices carried up so a bit noisy.The room was very disappointing. My rating of 7 is for excellent service from staff, the food, and location.
Excellent service from the staff. Location couldn't have been better, right on the sea. Spectacular views! Dinner and breakfast were excellent. Main downstairs area and dining room nicely furnished, lovely seating areas.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 28 January 2025
Chantel
ChinaWe recently stayed in a seaview room that truly exceeded our expectations! The size of the room was fantastic—spacious and well-laid-out, allowing us to relax comfortably without feeling cramped. The bed was incredibly comfortable, making it easy to unwind after a long flight. One of the highlights was definitely the breathtaking view from our room; it provided a perfect backdrop for our stay and made our morning even more special. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our experience and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great getaway!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 26 January 2025
Martin
South AfricaParking a problem
The setting - Ocean and pool etc
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 20 January 2025
Sharon
United KingdomOnly 3/4 secure parking spaces for whole hotel. We fortunately choose a sea view room, the 'garden view ' rooms at the back overlooked the car park, road and noisy generator. The bathroom in our room was open to the bedroom , no door or solid walls. The bedhead backed onto the bathroom basins, there was no privacy at all. The restaurant is very popular with local people and constantly busy. Many people wandering about taking photos, selfies. We were not allowed to use the pool/pool area one afternoon for 3 hours because they'd rented the area out for a Instagram style wedding proposal and photo shoot. This is unacceptable when you are paid guests at the hotel and expect to be able to use the facilities.... also you should not have a drone flying around filming outside your terrace! Slow service in the restaurant because they are unstaffed.
The hotel is set overlooking the beach at Salt Rock with stunning views. Long narrow pool (although annoying cleaning pipe constantly in way). A handy restaurant on site, with a nice bar area. Our room also had a stunning view of the beach and a large terrace. Easy to walk out onto the beach.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 15 January 2025
Mzwakhe
United KingdomThe pool view is beautiful
The location is just a walking distance from the beach
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 12 January 2025
Dudu
South AfricaLovely place. Amazing staff. Awesome experience
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 4 January 2025
Tanya
South AfricaWell situated and very friendly staff.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 30 December 2024
Dawid
NamibiaFood takes a long time to prepare. Lots of people come for lunch and dinner....all over the place busy taking photos!
There is a restaurant on site....food was good. On the beach!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 27 December 2024
Lebogang
South AfricaLimited menu variety.
The view was spectacular 🔥. Hearing the sound of the water in the morning when you wake up was top tier 🤞🏾. The staff was super friendly which really made our stay a worthwhile
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 27 December 2024
Sizani
United StatesThat the power kept on going off
Location and beautiful view
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 16 December 2024
Margot
South AfricaFuture travellers should note that they hold functions at the hotel while there are guests staying there. We didn’t really mind because the noise of the sea blanks out the noise and we enjoyed watching the wedding on the beach. However, there are many service providers and staff running around trying to prepare and one does have the tranquillity that one would hope to have on holiday. Management was not in evidence either. We also found it strange that there was only one key for our room and had to make arrangements for housekeeping to come in. The hotel does need a refurbishment some time but it was tastefully decorated.
The location of the property is incredible with the sea directly in front of you. We found that most of the staff were very friendly and went the extra mile. They tried their best to accommodate any request and make our stay comfortable. The food was delicious - not gourmet - but tasty and well presented.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 10 December 2024
Grant
South AfricaBack rooms facing car park not great. Room pokey
View by pool with early am coffee very good
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 8 December 2024
Freedom
South AfricaThe furniture was a little old and needing attention in our room,shower drain wasn't the fastest,so easily overflowed. Service was a bit slow at dinner.
The views and ocean sound from the room were magical. The decor in the common lounge was nice and festive The pool was clean and ready to be enjoyed. Staff very friendly,rang the bell when they saw dolphins,that was special, and the staff have created a comfortable environment. Nice cocktails to go with the views. The lounge chairs make it feel like an island, all-inclusive beach resort,so beautiful. Loved the wings and steak, and breakfast was good,they made a mean chai latte. The sea facing room is worth it.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 4 December 2024
Christiaan
South Africathe room number 3 requires a bit of maintenance
staff super friendly. good location
Stayed in November 2024
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