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Margate Sands

Best family accommodation in Margate

Discover the perfect family getaway destination at Margate Sands, an award-winning resort facing Margate’s popular main beach, just 134 km from Durban. Offering affordable, self-catering accommodation, Margate Sands is your ideal home away from home along the picturesque South Coast.

Wake up to stunning views of the Indian Ocean and enjoy a day filled with exciting activities for all ages. Whether you’re splashing in the sparkling swimming pool, challenging the family to a game of adventure golf or table tennis, or indulging in daily entertainment, there’s something for everyone.

For those seeking relaxation, the luxurious on-site spa offers soothing treatments designed to pamper every member of the family. With a variety of restaurants, pubs, and beach activities nearby, plus conference and function facilities available, Margate Sands combines convenience, comfort, and fun in one unforgettable experience. Make lifelong memories with your loved ones at this coastal gem.

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Accommodation

Margate Sands offers accommodation in fully-equipped, spacious apartments with all the amenities you need to ensure a memorable holiday. All apartments are air-conditioned, with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to 6 guests.

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Facilities

Margate Sands is a KwaZulu-Natal South Coast family resort, offering outstanding value with affordable accommodation with all the amenities you need for a memorable stay. The facilities at Margate Sands include Wi-Fi, daily entertainment, a swimming pool, and so much more.

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Activities

Margate Sands offers guests a range of onsite activities, as well as endless opportunities to explore the local area. Spend a day at the beach or opt to beat the heat at our poolside cocktail bar. Take the kids to the nearby Mac Banana – a unique entertainment destination, or take them to Crocworld – the largest reptile park in KZN.

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Events

Margate Sands can accommodate a maximum of 50 guests in the conference room onsite, ideal for intimate weddings on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast. Our experienced event specialists will see to your every detail, from catering and venue décor, to entertainment, photography and accommodation for your guests.

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Great Experience

I recently visited Margate for the first time and stayed Margate Sands accommodation, and had a great experience staff were friendly and helpful not forgetting the service rendered by staff, rooms always clean and comfortable felt at home. I can visit sands again, it is kids- friendly and have a nice view.

Mapula Mologadi

2025/10/09, Google

Friendly Smiles

I've been to Margate Sands about 8 times now, I love the resort as the views are spectacular, the staff is very friendly and we've become like family now, we visited the resort last weekend for my grandson's birthday, and, oh my, what an awesome weekend, I invited the staff to join us for his birthday braai, they braaied the meat for us and we had a ball. Thanks again ...will definitely go back there again..

Glynnis Hartze

2025/09/17, Google

First Class Accommodation

Very beautiful resort Very safe and accommodation is first class. Room service and housekeeping is excellent. Staff is friendly and our housekeeper did an excellent job in maintaining neatness. Will definitely visit again. Keep up the good work and god bless

Moagi Max Moiloanyane

2025/08/21, Google

Relaxing atmosphere

Margate sands is the perfect location for holiday, fit for both family and couples for a romantic time together.They have friendly staff and a great general management. Thank you for the wonderful time.

Shumirayi Gomo

2025/08/17, Google

Margate Sands

Margate Sands is situated 1.5 hours (134kms) from Durban and a mere 30 min (35,1 km) from the Wild Coast.

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