The pretty Westbrook village lies alongside the popular resort town of Ballito on the north coast of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa. The Westbrook properties overlook an immaculate and unspoilt Blue Flag beach, suitable for swimming and surfing. The beach is patrolled by lifeguards and there is a powerboat launch site available for water sport lovers.
This section of the coast experiences large schools of dolphins and the seas are warm and inviting.
Both the national highway and the coastal road pass through Westbrook allowing for easy access to major cities, the international airport and attractions spread along KwaZulu-Natal’s coastline.
Westbrook is a much sought after area due to its beach, its rural location and access to all conveniences. Visitors can be assured of long beach walks, excellent fishing opportunities and great surfing waves at a relaxing seaside vacation destination.
Things to do
Spend your days on the Westbrook beach enjoying the sun and sea. There may even be a chance of swimming with dolphins! For those more energetic, hire a surfboard and enjoy the right-breakers that make this beach one of the top local surfing spots.
Visit Sibaya Casino and Entertainment Kingdom for a wager on the 1200 slot machines and 48 tables.
The Ballito Lifestyle Centre catchphrase is ‘a little something for everybody’ which describes the shopping experience available to all members of the family.
For a fun family outing, Crocodile Creek nearby has over 7000 crocodiles and other deadly reptiles. Attend the informative and interactive shows and twice daily crocodile feeding times.
A round of golf on the 18-hole championship course at the Zimbali Country Club is both challenging and spectacular. The course was designed to highlight the natural surroundings. Visit the Willow Stream Spa thereafter for a full body treatment.
Enjoy a spot of recreational fishing at Finney’s Rock, located on the Utongati River, and the possibility of landing shad or stump nose. Ask your host to prepare your catch for dinner.
Where to Eat
Spice Restaurant and Bar Lounge has a deck overlooking the beach and a vast menu consisting of cosmopolitan dishes. Good kiddies menu and friendly proprietors.
Beach Bums Restaurant on Westbrook beach serves up tasty snack foods and drinks in jam jars. Uber-relaxed, pet friendly venue.
Regulars at the Beira Alta Restaurant in the Lifestyle Centre will tell you that their number 1 choice is the pan fried prawns dish. This Portuguese restaurant has an exciting array of spicy seafood and steak dishes.
The Seabelle Restaurant in La Mercy prides itself on the various curry dishes . Patrons arrive from Durban, 35km away, to enjoy the curries. This long established restaurant also serves grills and seafood combos.
Night Life
A regular hangout for locals, Shakers Cocktail Bar in Ballito is a lively club with Pro DJs on the decks and themed events.
Crush Nightclub is a late night weekend venue hosting star acts and several resident DJs. Big party club with 3 dance floors and sky lounge.
Where to Stay
A stunning lodge blended into the surroundings and fully equipped with all amenities is your choice of accommodation at Westbrook.
Transport
Air The nearest airport is King Shaka International Airport, a mere 14kms from Westbrook.
Car Three car rental agencies are located at Ballito. There are many rental agencies in Durban city centre and at King Shaka airport to hire a vehicle or order a rental online.
Taxi Rikki Cabs operates out of King Shaka airport. If you have the Uber app, order a ride via cell phone.
Did you know?
The sugar cane fields flanking Westbrook are a product of a visionary Englishman named Edmund Morewood who planted the first sugar cane crop here in 1848 and produced refined sugar 3 years later. He never profited from this venture, he ran out of money and emigrated to Brazil in 1853.
Neighbouring Ballito is on the world surfing circuit. The Mr. Price Pro event takes place every July and all of the world’s top surfers attend.
