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First Group La Montagne

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel with 3 restaurants

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Superior Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Superior Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View | Beach/ocean view
Balcony
Superior Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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100 Compensation Drive, Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal, 4420
  • Place, Boulevard Shopping Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballito Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Thompson's Bay Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 764 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • 1152 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds
  • Sea view

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

Studio, 1 Double Bed

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 1152 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 764 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Sea view

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Studio, 1 Double Bed, Sea View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Sea view

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Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Sea view

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

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Sea view

Studio, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Ballito

On the beach.Your stay at this hotel will put you steps from Boulevard Shopping Centre and a 5-minute walk from Ballito Beach. Also, Holla Trails is within half a mile (1 km) and Hillary Park is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Boulevard Shopping Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ballito Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Holla Trails - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Open Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Thompson's Bay Beach - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Butcher Boys - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sala Beach House and Spa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Concha - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Galley - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casa Bella - ‬5 min drive

About this property

First Group La Montagne

3-star beachfront hotel with 3 restaurants
Unwind on the private sand beach, located just 100 meters away. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at First Group La Montagne like an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a 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
  • 1679 sq ft of conference space
  • 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
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
First Group La Montagne offers 120 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchenettes with stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip 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

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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

Property 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 each 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 organization.

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

How close is First Group La Montagne to the airport?

First Group La Montagne is 12 mi (26-min drive) away from the King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does First Group La Montagne have an airport shuttle?

First Group La Montagne offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 350 per room, one-way.

How close is First Group La Montagne to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does First Group La Montagne offer free breakfast?

First Group La Montagne does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at First Group La Montagne?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at First Group La Montagne?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at First Group La Montagne?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does First Group La Montagne have a pool?

First Group La Montagne features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does First Group La Montagne have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like local and international cuisine, pool views, and al fresco dining.

Does First Group La Montagne have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at La Vita Spa, where you can enjoy body scrubs, aromatherapy, and mani/pedis.

How close is First Group La Montagne to downtown Ballito?

First Group La Montagne is 0.9 mi away from Ballito.

First Group La Montagne Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 165 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Tiana

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was under construction during my stay, which is very needed. I booked a bit blindly from a TikTok review. As an American, the definition of luxury is a bit different. This property is more akin to a motel. You have a kitchenette to make meals and a grill outside on the patio that leads out to the beach. The bathrooms were a mess and moldy with barely hot water. My stay was only 48 hours so I sucked it up. There is food available on the property but it's not great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Annelie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bad experience

Sandra in Reception was very unhelpful with putting me and my parents on the same floor or adjacent rooms. My parents room (107) - the gas braai is broken, someone has to ignite it for you every time you want to braai, only accessories to a hairdryer but no hairdryer, the outside door (which leads right to the public walkway next to the beach)- couldn’t lock - not with a key and not from the inside. The fridge drawer was cracked so badly that we couldn’t use that part of the fridge. And worst is that we literally (unless you everytime want to wait approximately 5 minutes for the elevator) had to climb stairs between our rooms to visit each other (My dad is 70 years old - they couldn’t even give us a room with an accessible shower). The cleaning and restaurant staff were amazing, unfortunately the attitude from that lady who checked us in spoiled our whole holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

revendra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
House keeping poor Breakfast staff made note of the tipping system and it’s not added to the bill before introducing herself or asking if we wanted coffee. No coffee replenished in the room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wynand

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Edson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Fatih

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Dion

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

AWFUL

What a terrible hotel - the lobby is under renovation (which was not mentioned when we booked) and the rooms are disgusting - I'd avoid like the plague!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pumla

Traveled 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

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled 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 traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zwelakhe

Business traveler
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 traveler
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 traveler
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 traveler

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Tinus

Business traveler
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

Traveled 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