The Waves Beachfront Stay — Gleneagles, Salt Rock, Ballito

Master bedroom opening onto a sea-view balcony

9.9 Location scoreRated by 29 recent guests

Welcome to The Waves

Your beachfront sanctuary in Salt Rock

In front of golden sands on the KwaZulu-Natal Dolphin Coast, The Waves is a recently renovated, modern 3-bedroom apartment built for families, friends and couples seeking a coastal escape. Relax on the private balcony with sunrise coffee, take a dip in the outdoor pool with sea and mountain views, or cook up a feast in the fully equipped kitchen.

Salt Rock Beach — lifeguard-patrolled and shark-net protected — is a two-minute stroll away, and everything from local cafés to the Ballito Farmers Market is within easy reach.

3 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms
Sleeps up to 6 guests
Direct beachfront access
151 m² of living space

Explore the space

Take a look inside

Every room, ready for the coast

27+ photos across Booking.com and Airbnb — here's a preview of the apartment, the pool, and the beach right on the doorstep.

Living room with sea view — Living room & sea-view balcony

Outdoor swimming pool — Outdoor pool & braai area

Walk to Salt Rock Beach — 2-minute walk to Salt Rock Beach

Dining and workspace area — Dining & workspace

Pool at golden hour — Golden hour by the pool

Bedroom with vertical garden view — Bedroom three, garden side

Everything included

Comforts made for a coastal stay

Rated 9.8 for facilities by recent guests — here's what's waiting for you.

Beachfront Access

Direct, 2-minute walk to lifeguard-patrolled, shark-net protected Salt Rock Beach.

Outdoor Pool

A private swimming pool with sun loungers, plus sea and mountain views.

Fast Free WiFi

110 Mbps fibre throughout the apartment — ideal for streaming or remote work.

Free Secure Parking

On-site private parking included for the length of your stay.

Air Conditioning

Air-conditioned bedrooms keep things cool after a day in the sun.

Backup Power

A 5kW inverter keeps WiFi, lights and fridges running through load-shedding.

Fully Equipped Kitchen

Modern appliances including an air fryer — everything for self-catering.

Washer & Dryer

Handy for longer stays, beach days, or travelling with little ones.

Braai / BBQ Area

A dedicated barbecue spot in the garden for sundowners and get-togethers.

Kids' Play Area

An on-site play area with a slide and swings for family-friendly stays.

Dedicated Workspace

A desk with sea views for anyone extending their trip into a work-from-coast escape.

Private Garden & Patio

A lush garden and terrace for sunrise coffees or sundowner drinks.

Where you'll sleep

Three bedrooms, plush and ocean-inspired

Comfortable for families, groups of friends, or two couples travelling together.

Bedroom One — Master

1 king bed · air conditioning · private balcony with sea views

Bedroom Two

1 queen bed · garden-facing window · ceiling fan

Bedroom Three

1 double bed · charming four-poster frame · garden access

Salt Rock, Ballito

Right where you want to be

On the Dolphin Coast, 40 minutes north of Durban and 20–25 minutes from King Shaka International Airport.

Salt Rock Beach 2 min walk
Lifeguard-patrolled and shark-net protected, with a tidal pool that's safe for kids and snorkelling.
Local Cafés Walking distance
The Waterberry Café, Sage Café & Deli, Salt Café and Salt Rock Coffee Company are all close by.
Ballito Junction Mall 10 min drive
Shopping, groceries and restaurants, plus the Ballito Farmers Market every Sat, Sun & public holiday, 8am–3pm.
King Shaka International Airport 20–25 min
18 km away — an easy drive at the start or end of your trip.
Sugar Rush Park & Durban Day trips
Bike trails, ziplining and a petting zoo at Sugar Rush Park; Durban is around 40 minutes south.

Guest reviews

Loved by families, couples and friends

★★★★★ 9.6 Booking.com · Exceptional · 29 reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Airbnb · Guest favourite

★★★★★ 9.9 Location score

★★★★★ 10 Cleanliness

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Great hospitality, great exquisite apartment, clean, great views and easy access to beach, shops, etc.

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KassieSouth Africa · Booking.com

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The place was very clean, comfortable beds, everything you will need for the kitchen, kids' beach toys. Walking distance to the beach, like 2 minutes. Very kids friendly.

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VeroniccaSouth Africa · Booking.com

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Very neat and clean and had everything we needed and more, the attention to detail was amazing. The location is ideal, walking distance to the beach.

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PillaySouth Africa · Booking.com

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Wonderful stay! The apartment was beautiful with great views, the location was perfect, and communication was fast and easy throughout. I would 100% stay here again.

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BonoloSouth Africa · Booking.com

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From the moment we arrived, everything was seamless — smooth check-in, secure parking, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The view from the kitchen straight out to the sea was simply amazing.

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ShaikhSouth Africa · Booking.com

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What an awesome place to stay. So close to the beach and absolutely stunning. We loved it and will definitely be back!

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VickyAirbnb guest

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Meet your host

Hosted by Amar

I'm an IT professional living with my family in South Africa. I've travelled through India, Europe, Namibia and across South Africa, and I love sharing this beautiful Ballito experience with guests from around the world — cooking, music and long coastal drives are some of my biggest passions.

9.9 Host review score 100% response rate Responds within an hour

Always just a message away to help you enjoy every moment of your stay.

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