Hotel Description

Light and breezy does it in these exceptional beach-side apartments on South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal South Coast.

If you’re considering a do-nothing beach holiday or looking for an add-on stay after a visit to South Africa’s majestic Drakensberg, a game-filled safari spot or nature reserve, a rich experience of Zululand or the Valley of A Thousand Hills or if you want to relive of the heroic tales of the Zulu and Anglo Boer War battlefields, bookmark this site. And book one of our apartments.

Our six luxury options 51 La Mer, 37 La Mer, 33 La Mer, 26 La Mer, 5 La Mer and 2 La Mer, Illovo Beach have a special relationship with their extraordinary location.

With an emphasis on ‘inside out’ living, they offer you a chance to connect fully with the outdoors.

Facilities – Apartments Vary from 2 Bedrooms to 3 Bedrooms, Single Beds, double beds & cots, depending on your requirements

• Kettle
• bathrooms of which 1 en suite
• Toaster
• Iron
• Dining seats & Table
• Hair dryer
• Linen and towels provided
• Cooker
• Distance to beach 100 m
• Microwave
• Family friendly
• Fridge
• Great for children of all ages
• Freezer
• High chair
• Washing machine
• DVD player
• Shared outdoor pool (unheated)
• WiFi Internet access
• Balcony
• Satellite TV (DSTV)
• Shared garden, BBQ, Climbing frame
• Video player
• Secure parking
• CD player
• No pets allowed
• Safe
• No smoking at this property

The warm waters of the Indian Ocean are a few (bare) footsteps away and the superb views encompass a full sweep across the sea or a verdant riverside embankment.

What to do & Where to go:

The area abounds with nature reserves, hiking trails, protected estuaries and lagoons; while the ocean tempts the more adventurous with superb surfing, kiteboarding and deep-sea fishing.

For nature lovers, this stretch is famed for its bird watching, whale and dolphin viewing. And the scuba diving at Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks is considered one of the best dive sites in the world.

For golfers there are nine world-class 18-hole golf courses along the coast. And where the weather’s nearly always perfect, this is a good walk (even if it’s not the best round).

Need to know:

This is South Africa’s eastern coastline. The Indian Ocean is warm all year round – which has made it one of the most popular swimming and surf spots locally and internationally. The South Coast beaches are known for their abundant, tropical vegetation that nudges right up against the dunes. Miraculously, these heavenly sun-worshipping spots don’t get too crowded or busy.

Temperatures range between 23 and 33 degrees celcius in summer and 16 and 25 degrees in winter. The onshore breezes are light and refreshing. Summer is rainfall season, but it’s not real competition for the gorgeous year-round sun. The sea is swimmable (and surfable) all year, with ocean temperatures, warmed by the gentle Agulhas current, hovering between 20 and 27 degrees.

Not to be Missed: The relaxation, of course. But you simply must try out the amazing eateries up and down this coastline. From cafés and coffee shops to bistros and brush-up restaurants, they do food well here.

This part of the world is also known for its funky creativity and clever design, an arty sub-culture that is quite quirky and different from the country’s other design capitals. Check out the fashion, décor and local design genius – from the well-to-do shops to the beautiful beadwork and crafty roadside attractions.

Don’t leave without:

• Exploring the beaches and sub-tropical forests all along the KwaZulu Natal South Coast.
• Going dolphin or whale-watching for a glimpse into another world.
• Packing your clubs to test one or more of the nine golf courses, including the renowned Selborne Golf Course and Durban Country Club.
• Taking the plunge at one of the best international scuba dives sites at Aliwal Shoal (Umkomaas) and Protea Banks (Shelley Beach).
• Catching the famous ‘sardine run’ if you’re in the area between May and July. The spawning happens along the coastline and the feeding frenzy is a sight to behold. Researchers consider it the marine equivalent of East Africa’s wildebeest migration.
• Surfing, hiking, mountain biking, bird watching, horse riding and going on nature walks. Whew! But if you want to ramp it up even more, go..
• Abseiling or gorge swinging with Extreme Adventures at Oribi Gorge or visit Croc World or the Umgeni Bird Park.
• Getting a look in at Durban’s uShaka Sea World, Durban Harbour and Yacht Marina, and you’d be mad to miss the beachfront stalls selling traditional arts and crafts.
• Taking in the city sights – Durban’s Golden Mile, the Sun Coast Casino, the International Convention Centre, Moses Mabhida Stadium, Greyvillle Race Course and Kingsmead Cricket Stadium.

Then of course, just two hours’ drive north of Durban are some of Africa’s most exciting wildlife and safari destinations including Hluhluwe-iMfolozi and iSimangaliso Wetland Park (The Greater St Lucia Wetland Park). Along with hinterland reserves, they boast a fantastic cross section of wildlife and have some of the best game viewing in the country.

You could do all this. Or you could nothing. In which case, just laze on the beach and soak up the glorious African sun.

Illovo Beach Apartments at La Mer Offers Stay 7 nights pay for 5 for Crewconnected members

Or, Make your booking request info@i-b-a.co.za Quote CREWCONNECTED Airline Staff Rates

Tel: 00 271 889 9662