Sala Beach House | Ballito
Sala Beach House is a five-star boutique hotel overlooking Thompson’s Bay on South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal North Coast, just 20 minutes from King Shaka International Airport.
With only seven individually designed rooms and suites, together with a private three-bedroom villa, Sala offers an intimate and personalised guest experience. The property combines contemporary coastal design, warm hospitality and a relaxed atmosphere, creating a retreat that feels more like a private beach residence than a traditional hotel.
Guests enjoy direct access to the beach, ocean views, and a restaurant showcasing seasonal cuisine inspired by local ingredients and the flavours of the Indian Ocean coastline. Wellness is an integral part of the experience, with a spa offering Terres d’Afrique and QMS treatments, ocean-facing yoga and a selection of restorative wellness experiences.
Ideally positioned as a coastal escape or as an extension to a South African safari itinerary, Sala is approximately two and a half hours from the renowned game reserves of Zululand. This unique location allows guests to combine wildlife, culture, wellness and beachside relaxation within a single journey.
As a Fair Trade Tourism accredited property, Sala is committed to responsible tourism practices that benefit local communities while protecting the natural environment.
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Nestled amongst lush tropical gardens on the ground floor of the main house, the Pool View Rooms offer 32 square metres of comfortable accommodation with direct access to the swimming pool and landscaped grounds. Designed to provide a relaxed and intimate coastal retreat, these rooms combine contemporary comforts with the natural beauty of their surroundings.
Large glass doors open onto a private outdoor seating area where guests can enjoy the fresh sea air and views towards the pool, gardens and ocean beyond. Thoughtfully designed interiors feature a king-size bed, natural textures and soft coastal tones that reflect the relaxed atmosphere of Sala Beach House.
The spacious en-suite bathroom includes double vanity basins, a walk-in rain shower and separate toilet, providing a comfortable and functional space for guests to refresh and unwind.
Ideal for couples seeking convenient access to the pool and outdoor areas, the Pool View Rooms offer a peaceful garden setting while remaining just steps from the beach, restaurant and other hotel facilities.
The Ocean View Rooms offer 38 square metres of bright and comfortable accommodation, perfectly positioned to capture sweeping views of the Indian Ocean. Floor-to-ceiling windows open onto a private balcony, creating a seamless connection to the coastline and allowing guests to enjoy the sights and sounds of the ocean throughout their stay.
Designed in soft coastal tones with natural materials and contemporary finishes, the rooms provide a peaceful retreat for couples seeking relaxation by the sea. A king-size bed, comfortable seating area and thoughtfully considered amenities ensure a comfortable and restful stay.
The spacious en-suite bathroom features double vanity basins, a deep soaking bathtub and separate rain shower, offering the perfect place to unwind after a day spent exploring the coastline or relaxing by the pool.
Overlooking both the swimming pool and the ocean beyond, the Ocean View Rooms embody the relaxed elegance and intimate atmosphere that define the Sala Beach House experience.
Tucked away above Sala Beach House’s tranquil inner courtyard, the Courtyard Suite offers 57 square metres of spacious accommodation designed for privacy, comfort and relaxation. Overlooking the property’s lush tropical gardens, the suite provides a peaceful retreat immersed in nature.
A private veranda offers the perfect place to unwind while enjoying views of swaying palms and landscaped gardens. Sheltered from the midday sun, the suite enjoys a sense of seclusion and tranquillity that appeals to guests seeking a quieter connection with their surroundings.
The suite features a king-size bed, comfortable lounge area, walk-in wardrobe and a generous en-suite bathroom with double vanity basins, a deep soaking bathtub and separate rain shower. Natural textures, soft coastal tones and thoughtful design details create a relaxed and inviting atmosphere throughout.
Ideal for couples seeking privacy and space, the Courtyard Suite combines the comfort of a spacious luxury suite with the intimate, residential feel that defines the Sala experience.
The Sala Suite is the most spacious suite within the main house, offering 75 square metres of elegant accommodation with uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean. Floor-to-ceiling picture windows and a private balcony create a seamless connection to the ocean beyond, providing a peaceful setting in which to relax and recharge.
Designed for couples seeking comfort, privacy and a sense of tranquillity, the suite features a luxurious four-poster king-size bed, a comfortable lounge area and a spacious en-suite bathroom with a deep soaking bath and separate rain shower. Natural materials, soft coastal tones and carefully considered details reflect the relaxed atmosphere of Sala Beach House.
Overlooking both the swimming pool and the ocean, the Sala Suite enjoys one of the property’s most desirable positions, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of the coastline.
Ideal for romantic getaways, special occasions and longer stays, the Sala Suite combines generous living space with the personalised hospitality of an intimate luxury beach house.
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony , Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Fan, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Heated Towel Rails, Heater, Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), LCD DVD/TV, Lounge Area, Lounge, Mini Bar (Paid/Free), Mini Bar, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Safe, Satellite / Cable TV, Shower, Smoke Alarm, Tea / Coffee, Telephone, Television, Vanity Cabinet, Wardrobe
The Ocean Suite offers 61 square metres of beautifully appointed accommodation with uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean. Designed for guests seeking space, comfort and a strong connection to the coast, the suite opens onto a private balcony where expansive sea views and the sound of the waves create a sense of calm from the moment of arrival.
The open-plan suite features a king-size bed, comfortable lounge area and a spacious bathroom with double vanity basins, a deep soaking bathtub and separate rain shower. Natural materials, contemporary finishes and soft coastal tones reflect the relaxed elegance of Sala Beach House while creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Floor-to-ceiling windows maximise natural light and ocean views, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in the beauty of the surrounding coastline.
Ideal for couples, romantic escapes and longer stays, the Ocean Suite combines generous living space, privacy and personalised hospitality in an intimate beachfront setting.
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony , Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Fan, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Heated Towel Rails, Heater, Laundry Service (Available), LCD DVD/TV, Lounge Area, Lounge, Mini Bar (Paid/Free), Mini Bar, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Safe, Satellite / Cable TV, Shower, Telephone, Television, Verandah, Wardrobe
Sala Beach Villa
The Sala Beach Villa is a private, exclusive-use beachfront residence offering the space and flexibility of a luxury coastal home, complemented by the services and facilities of Sala Beach House.
Accommodating up to six adults, the self-contained villa comprises two guest suites and a spacious master suite, each featuring a king-size bed, private veranda and en-suite bathroom with separate bath and rain shower. Decorated in soft natural tones inspired by the coastline, every room enjoys views towards the Indian Ocean.
Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, the villa features a generous open-plan lounge, dining area and fully equipped kitchen. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame magnificent ocean views and open onto a spacious terrace with a private plunge pool, creating the ideal setting for relaxed family gatherings or entertaining friends.
Guests enjoy complete privacy and independence while retaining access to all of Sala Beach House’s facilities, including the restaurant, spa and direct beach access. Private chef and butler services can be arranged on request.
Ideal for families, multi-generational travel and groups of friends, the Sala Beach Villa combines the exclusivity of a private beachfront home with the personalised hospitality of a luxury boutique hotel.
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Cooking Facilities, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, External Stereo, Fan, Fridge, Fridge/Freezer, Gas Cooker, Gas Cylinders, Hairdryer, Heated Towel Rails, Internet Access (Complimentary), Kitchenette, LCD DVD/TV, Lounge Area, Lounge, Microwave, Mini Bar (Paid/Free), Mini Bar, Plunge Pool, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Satellite / Cable TV, Shower, Table, Tea / Coffee, Telephone, Television, Verandah, Wardrobe
Property Facilities
Accept Credit Cards, Activity Desk, Air conditioner, Bar, Communal Dining, Credit Card Facilities, Eco Friendly, Gym nearby, Internet Access (Complimentary), Internet Access, Laundry Service, Licensed, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Outdoor Pool / Pool Deck, Parking, Pool, Power Generator , Restaurant, Room Service, Satellite TV , Secure Parking, Spa, Vegetarian, Wellness Centre
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony , Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, Fan, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Heated Towel Rails, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Mini Bar (Paid/Free), Mini Bar, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Smoke Alarm, Tea / Coffee, Telephone, Television
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Private Vehicle (Available), Room Service
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Fishing, Gourmet Picnic, Massages, Surfing, Walks (Self Guided), Whale Watching
Activities Nearby
Art Galleries, Beach, Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Boating, Cultural Tours, Deep Sea Fishing, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Golf, Health and Fitness Centre, Hiking, Historical Tours, Horse Riding, Horse-back Safaris, Kayaking / Paddling, Kite Surfing, Marine Tidal Pool, Mountain Biking, Museums, Sailing, Shark Cage Diving, Snorkelling, Surfing, Tennis Court, Walks (Guided)
Sala Beach House offers a private transfer service designed to provide a seamless and personalised arrival experience. Located just 20 minutes from King Shaka International Airport, guests are welcomed by a Sala driver in the arrivals hall with a personalised signboard before being escorted to the property’s private vehicle.
During the journey, guests can relax and refresh with chilled towels and complimentary refreshments while enjoying the scenic drive along the KwaZulu-Natal North Coast. The service reflects the warm hospitality and attention to detail that define the Sala experience from the moment of arrival.
Private transfers can also be arranged for local excursions, golf outings, dining experiences and selected regional attractions.
Advance booking is essential and charges apply.
Begin the day with a complimentary morning yoga session overlooking the Indian Ocean. Held daily on Sala Beach House’s ocean-facing deck, these gentle guided classes provide an opportunity to stretch, breathe and reconnect while embracing the peaceful rhythm of the coast.
Suitable for all experience levels, the sessions focus on mindful movement, flexibility and relaxation, creating a balanced start to the day. The combination of fresh sea air, panoramic ocean views and the soothing sound of the waves makes this a memorable part of the Sala experience.
Morning yoga is complimentary for resident guests. Advance booking is essential and spaces are limited.
The Spa at Sala Beach House is a tranquil sanctuary dedicated to rest, renewal and holistic wellbeing. Overlooking the Indian Ocean, the spa offers a peaceful environment where guests can slow down, reconnect and embrace the restorative rhythm of the coast.
The treatment menu combines therapeutic body treatments, massages, facials and beauty therapies delivered by skilled therapists using premium African skincare brand Terres d’Afrique and advanced skincare solutions from QMS Medicosmetics. Signature treatments draw inspiration from Africa’s rich botanical heritage, while results-driven facials and wellness therapies are tailored to individual needs.
Wellness extends beyond the treatment room, with ocean-facing yoga, guided breathwork, meditation and seasonal wellness experiences designed to nurture both body and mind. The calming sound of the ocean, fresh sea air and intimate setting enhance the sense of relaxation and renewal.
Whether enjoyed as part of a longer wellness retreat or simply as a restorative addition to a beach holiday, the spa offers guests a space to pause, recharge and reconnect with themselves in one of South Africa’s most beautiful coastal settings.
KwaZulu Natal is home to South Africa’s most prestigious golf courses and country clubs.
With these fine golfing destinations being located in panoramic locations along the
North Coast, it’s no wonder the region remains a popular golfing destination.
Nestled along the Thompsons Bay coastline in Shaka’s Rock just north of Durban, the
newly-built Sala Beach House is the perfect home-away-from-home for golfers of all
handicaps who wish to explore the various golf courses in and around the Dolphin
Coast.
3 night Golf Package is availalable with green fees, transfers and golf cart rental.
North Coast Country Clubs and Golf Courses
Almost a stone’s throw from Sala Beach House, the North Coast’s country clubs and golf
courses are of international standards, surrounded by incredible natural beauty.
● Zimbali Country Club
Distance from Sala Beach House – 5,6km (12 minutes drive)
This private Tom Weiskopf-designed 18-hole course provides world-class, eco-
conscious golfing, a hybrid course of links and coastal forest, and breathtaking
sea views.
● Simbithi Country Club
Distance from Sala Beach House – 2,6km (7 minutes drive)
Another Peter Matkovich-designed wonder, the 18-hole Simbithi golf course
remains one of South Africa’s most prestigious golfing destinations, set on a 430-
hectare coastline paradise.
● Umhlali Country Club
Distance from Sala Beach House – 5,7km (12 minutes drive)
The Umhlali Country Club is notorious for its energetic ambience and social vibe.
The 18-hole Peter Matkovich-designed course is complemented by stunning
facilities that include tennis courts, squash courts, and bowls on-site for those
looking for a variety of activities.
● Prince’s Grant Golf Estate
Distance from Sala Beach House – 36,8km (35 minutes drive)
This Peter Matkovich-designed course was reconstructed in November 2020,
offering links and parkland layouts of large greens and impressive fairways – a
unique and challenging day out for golfers of all handicaps. The Prince’s Grant
Golf Course consistently ranks in South Africa’s Top 20 courses
The protected tidal pools and rocky coastline are home to interesting marine life, with over 50 species of fish, corals, a wide variety of invertebrates and big shoals swimming around. Highlights include Parrot fish, Damsels, Surgeons, Butterfly fish, Moray Eels and loads of other colourful fish.
Private guided snorkelling tours (2hr) and coastal walks (3hrs) available
Sala Beach Restaurant
Dining at Sala Beach House is relaxed, personal and inspired by the flavours of the KwaZulu-Natal coastline. Rather than a traditional restaurant experience, meals are tailored around the weather, the occasion and the preferences of each guest, creating an atmosphere that feels more like a private beach home than a hotel.
The menu celebrates fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from local producers wherever possible, with influences drawn from African, Indian and European culinary traditions. Fresh seafood, vibrant flavours and carefully crafted dishes reflect the diversity of the region.
Dining takes place throughout the property. Breakfast may be served on the ocean terrace overlooking the Indian Ocean, lunch beside the pool, or dinner in the sheltered courtyard beneath the stars. Indoor dining is also available, providing a warm and elegant setting when preferred.
Complemented by a carefully curated wine list featuring some of South Africa’s leading estates, dining at Sala is defined by exceptional ingredients, warm hospitality and a memorable oceanfront setting.
Your Stay
4 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
Fast Facts
5 Stars
Hotel
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, Zulu
No. Rooms: 10
Special Interests: Beach / Coastal, Cycling, Fishing, Golf, Gourmet, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Watersports, Wine
Okuti | Moremi Game Reserve
Okuti, refurbished in 2024 draws its influence from the Maunachira River which flows in front of the camp, with its abundant birdlife, fish and sandy river banks, it remains an oasis of serenity and peacefulness. Okuti is built amidst the wilderness of one of Botswana's prime game viewing regions, Moremi Game Reserve.
Okuti comprises five twin-bedded rooms each with en-suite bathrooms, indoor and outdoor shower, hot and cold running water and flush toilet. The honeymoon unit features a double bed, indoor and outdoor shower along with an outdoor bath tub . An additional two family rooms consist of two bedrooms which share spacious bathroom facilities – ideal for families in this child-friendly camp. Okuti’s spacious rooms are located on raised decks with river views.
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Okuti Tour
Allow us to take you on a tour as you explore Okuti.
Okuti’s spacious curved masasas are located on raised teak decks with river views. Okuti comprises of five twin-bedded mosasa ( ancient tribal word for house of reeds), each with en-suite bathrooms, indoor and outdoor shower, hot and cold running water and flush toilet. The honeymoon unit features a double bed, bathtub, indoor and outdoor shower.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Clothes Press, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Drinking Water Filtration System, Table
Okuti’s spacious curved masasas are located on raised teak decks with river views. Each family Masasa has two bedrooms which share spacious bathroom facilities, indoor and outdoor shower, hot and cold running water and flush toilet – ideal for families in this child-friendly camp.
Room Facilities
Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Clothes Press, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Drinking Water Filtration System, Table
Property Facilities
Accept Credit Cards, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Internet Access, Pool, Restaurant, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Balcony , Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Clothes Press, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Drinking Water Filtration System, Electrical Outlets, Fan, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Safe, Shower, Wheelchair Friendly
Available Services
Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Private Vehicle (Available)
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Boating, Canoeing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, High Tea, Safaris, Wildlife Tours
Activities Nearby
Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Boating, Canoeing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Safaris, Wildlife Tours
Situated in the heart of the world-renowned Moremi Game Reserve, guests can experience unhindered views in specially-designed safari vehicles. Our window seat guarantee ensures no more than four guests per vehicle when out on game drives. The Moremi Game Reserve is rich in wildlife, and its consistent year-round game viewing makes it ideal for repeat and first-time visitors to Botswana. Guests can also explore the Okavango Delta waterways by motorboat, and the areas open lagoons and winding channels make it a birder's paradise, complete with herons and storks in the breeding season.
Situated in the heart of the world-renowned Moremi Game Reserve, guests can experience unhindered views in specially-designed safari vehicles. Our window seat guarantee ensures no more than four guests per vehicle when out on game drives. The Moremi Game Reserve is rich in wildlife, and its consistent year-round game viewing makes it ideal for repeat and first-time visitors to Botswana.
Guests can also explore the Okavango Delta waterways by motorboat, and the areas open lagoons and winding channels make it a birder's paradise, complete with herons and storks in the breeding season.
Your Stay
4 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Drinks (excl Premium Brands) Included
Fast Facts
5 Stars
Lodge
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 7
Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Flora, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife
