Set in lush gardens, this Ballito hotel overlooks the Indian Ocean. It has a private beach, an outdoor pool, tennis courts and a spa with a Turkish bath.

The bright apartments at the 31 Milkwood Self Catering open onto a private balcony with ocean views. They have a fully equipped kitchen with a washing machine and a spacious living area with a flat-screen TV. The bathrooms include a sauna and toiletries.

Guests of the Milkwood can work out at the gym, or relax on the sun terrace, which is equipped with traditional South African barbecue facilities. For younger guests, the hotel offers a children’s playground.

King Shaka Airport is 10 km from the hotel. An airport shuttle and free private parking are available.

Travel information
From La Mercy Airport, head southeast on Sugar Cane Road. Turn right towards Lagoon Drive. Continue straight onto Lagoon Drive. Turn right onto the off-ramp to the M4. Turn left at M4. Go through three roundabouts and take a sharp right to stay on the M4. Take the first road left. Keep right at the fork. Turn left and immediately right into Milkwood Street. Your destination will be on the right-hand side.