As the sun rises over the East Coast of Southern Africa, its rays reflecting off the Indian Ocean and touching on the golden beaches of the Dolphin Coast, it shines on The Boathouse.

The hotel is 50km north of Durban in South Africa, with 22 Suites, is Four Star rated and an AA Quality Assured Associate. With large private balconies to soak up the African Sun, unbeatable Beach Front location, Fine Dining Restaurant, Cigar Bar, Library and Cocktails at the Pool overlooking the Indian Ocean.

The Boathouse also offers excellent Function, Conference and Expo facilities!

The Boathouse is a beachfront retreat inviting you to relax in splendour! Whatever your reason for travelling in coastal KwaZulu Natal, business or pleasure, The Boathouse portray exceptional quality and value for money. Spoil yourself!

Retreat to a room with fine touches to detail, crisp clean sheets and all the amenities to enhance your comfort. Selected satellite and SABC TV, air conditioning, telephone, tea & coffee tray are all standard to our rooms. Each room is individually decorated in its own colour scheme of fabric and style.

Choose between luxury rooms (with deck balcony) or standard rooms (some with deck balcony) - most of the rooms have sea views. There is also a Penthouse.

Luxury Rooms: 1 X Twin & 2 x Double Rooms with private balconies and deck chairs overlooking the ocean.

Standard Rooms: 3 X Double Rooms & 10 X Twin Rooms.

Deck Rooms: 1 x Double & 2 x Twin/Double Rooms with private balconies and deck chairs overlooking the ocean.

Penthouse Suite: Consists of 2 X Doubles & 1 X Twin Room all en Suite with a Lounge, Braai Balcony and Superb Sea Views from the large Sundeck with Jacuzzi.

All Boathouse guests can recline in the soft furnishings of one of our two lounges, library or cigar bar. Snack on home baked cakes and biscuits while enjoying a good book or simply watching the waves roll in on shore.

Entice your senses in the morning with the smell of freshly brewed coffee and home baked pastries. Enjoy fresh fruits, cold meats, cheese platters and much more from our Continental buffet and top it up with a scrumptious English breakfast to set you on your way for a fun filled day.

Enjoy a cocktail next to the pool or unwind with sundowners on the patio before dinner. Our chefs prepare a delicious selection of cuisine that is complimented by a fine selection of South African wines. Specialities like fresh line fish, seafood platters and choice cuts of beef are enhanced by fresh herbs and exotic stocks and sauces. Lunch and dinner in our a-la-carte restaurant is a memorable experience.

Ideally located in Ballito, The Boathouse is in close proximity to a variety of activities - most within an hours drive. Although there are a large variety of options available, as well as beachfront and water sports right in front of the hotel, we have listed the most popular activities below:

Golf: Zimbali, Prince's Grant, Umhlali, Mount Edgecombe 1 & 2, Royal Durban
Crocodile farms: Crocodile Creek, Croc Valley
Microlight flights: Ballito Microlights
Zulu Culture: Shakaland, The Kingdom
Shopping / Movies: Gateway
Sharks: Natal Sharks Board
Aquarium: Ushaka Marine World - we are proud to be Ambassadors to Ushaka!
Indian Spices & cultural shopping experience: Victoria Street Market
Shows / entertainment: Sibaya Casino
Dolphin Viewing: Umhlanga Boat Charters.

For the corporate visitor we offer the additional convenience of a fully equipped modern conference centre. With one of the most spectacular locations right on the beach, this venue represents a perfect base for strategic meetings, team building or motivational sessions.

Make the most of this unique venue to encourage your team to excel in business. Stylish break away rooms, wireless Internet and office facilities, puts you in touch with your business without having to stress about being away from your office. Just a short drive from Durban, this is as idyllic as it gets!

Our larger venues are designed to house Expos and New Product Introduction by allowing vehicles and other large equipment to be driven right into the halls.

Beach and Bush Adventures, one of South Africa's top corporate teambuilding and event organising operators, offers a variety of teambuilding and activity options which can take place onsite at The Boathouse.

To learn more about what we can do for you and your organisation, please contact us at: bookings@beachandbush.co.za or phone Sean on +27 82 902 5672.

No children under the age of 12 allowed. All Rates inclusive of Bed and Breakfast. Management reserves the right to change rates without notice.