Room to unwind
One bedroom and a living area, best suited to a couple or a small family with young children.
8 Ocean Drive · Salt Rock · KwaZulu-Natal
Come for the coast.
Stay a little longer.
Your own easy-going self-catering space, 200 metres from Salt Rock Beach.
One bedroom · Best for a couple or a family of 4 · Private courtyard
Your private courtyard at 8 Ocean Drive
01 One-bedroom unitBest for a couple or a family of 4200m To Salt Rock Beach✓ Pet friendly by request
Welcome to 8 Ocean Drive
Make yourself at home by the sea.
Wake up close to the warm Indian Ocean, wander down to the beach, then come home to a comfortable place that is entirely yours. The unit has a separate bedroom, a well-equipped kitchen, and a private courtyard with a braai.
It is a practical base for a couple or a small family to enjoy Salt Rock and the wider Dolphin Coast.
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Everything you need
Settle in. Head out.
The comforts of home, with the beach just around the corner.
Cook your way
A kitchen with an oven, microwave, dishwasher and dining space.
Outdoor time
A private courtyard with seating, a braai and an outdoor shower.
Stay connected
Free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, TV and on-site parking.
Pets are welcome by prior arrangement; please ask the hosts about the pet policy before booking.
A closer look
Picture your stay.
Real photos from 8 Ocean Drive.
The Dolphin Coast
A little further afield.
From tidal pools to good food and family adventures, Ballito has a lot to offer.
Salt Rock Beach
Start with the beach on your doorstep: swim, walk or visit the tidal pool. Always check conditions and swim where lifeguards advise.
Book direct for the guest guideBallito & Shaka’s Rock
Discover the promenade, Willard Beach, Thompson’s Bay and its famous tidal pool.
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Browse markets, cafés, surf lessons, snorkelling and easy family outings.
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Salt Rock / Umhlali forecast
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Make more of your stay
Book direct to receive it Your Dolphin Coast guide awaits.
Paid guests receive an unlisted link to our easy-to-browse local guide. It includes local picks, useful tips and answers to questions, starting at Salt Rock Beach, 200 metres away.
Words from our guests
A stay worth coming back to.
Recent verified guest feedback, summarised from Booking.com reviews. See the original reviews for full context.
Verify reviews on Booking.com9/1028 September 2026
Friendly hosts, close to the beach
Mitchel praised the accommodating host, clean unit, outdoor shower and easy beach access.
Mitchel · verified Booking.com guest10/105 May 2026
A welcome worth returning for
Elidah’s review title praised Pat’s warm welcome and said they would return. No written review body was supplied.
Elidah · verified Booking.com guest10/101 May 2026
Lovely accommodation and host
Musa appreciated the accommodation, location and welcoming host.
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Ready for a little sea air?
Send your dates straight to the hosts for a personal reply and confirmed price. Once your stay is booked and paid, we’ll send you the link to your Dolphin Coast guest guide.
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The little details.
Arrival
Check-in: 15:00–18:00
Check-out: 06:00–10:30
Pets
Pets by prior approval. Please confirm suitability and any charges with the hosts.
House rules
No smoking inside and no parties without host consent. Best suited to a couple or small family. Four or five guests must include small children and the sleeping arrangement must be confirmed by the hosts. Not suitable for two or more couples.
Questions?
info@8oceandrive.co.za
Confirm payment, cancellation and any deposit terms with the hosts before paying.