Welcome to Margate
Warm Indian Ocean water and long sandy beaches make Margate a natural choice for a South African beach break. The area draws surfers, swimmers and families, with a lively beachfront and reliable waves nearby. Resorts in Margate are concentrated along the coast, with many sitting directly on the shoreline and offering easy access to water sports, beach walks and the broader Hibiscus Coast.
How to find the best resort deal in Margate
Love how easy it is to compare flights with us? The same clever search engine can hunt down deals on rooms and resorts too. Give these tips a go to find the right stay at the right price.
Book in advance
Book as early as you can to improve your chances of finding your ideal resort at a good price. This matters even more during busy travel periods like school breaks and festive seasons.
...Or bag a last-minute Margate resort deal
While prices usually rise closer to your dates of travel, some hotels reduce their rates at the last minute to fill empty rooms. This tends to happen more in low season.
Flexible on dates? Say hello to better rates
If you have wiggle room with your dates, compare different months or seasons to discover cheap resorts in Margate. Midweek stays are often easier on the wallet than weekends, so even a small tweak can make a real difference.
Go all-inclusive
All-inclusive resorts in Margate can be a savvy money move if you want to spend the majority of your stay in one place. With meals, drinks and activities covered by the room rate, they can offer better value than paying as you go. Check if these types of stays are available before booking.
Show discounted resorts only
Use the 'Only show hotels with discounts' filter to easily find resorts offering price drops or deals. This saves you from having to dig through full-price options.
When to visit Margate
High and low season in Margate
The summer months, roughly from November through January, bring warm, sunny weather to Margate and draw the biggest crowds. School holidays push demand high during this window, so securing accommodation early is a smart move. The beach is at its most active, and conditions for swimming and water activities are generally at their best.
Visiting outside the peak summer period means fewer people sharing the beach and more room to settle in at your own pace. Prices tend to ease off and accommodation is easier to find at short notice. Some smaller operators may run reduced services, but the area remains accessible and worth the trip.
Margate has a local events scene that can be hard to track from afar. Your best starting point is reaching out to a visitor information centre or checking with your accommodation for current activities. Local and regional tourism websites are a practical resource to consult before your trip.
Events in Margate
Best family-friendly Margate resorts
Family fun doesn't have to cost a fortune at St Michaels Sands Hotel & Time Share Resort. This 3-star resort combines value with features that make life simpler when the kids are tagging along, such as shuttle services and a laundry.
Ready to take things up a notch? Uvongo River Resort is a 4-star Margate resort that blends a luxe edge with family-friendly conveniences like an outdoor swimming pool and Wi-Fi. It's a guest favourite, earning overall ratings above 4 out of 5.
San Lameer Resort Hotel & Spa is also one to consider. This 4-star option offers shuttle services and bicycle rentals and is highly rated for its cleanliness.
Best spa resorts in Margate
When a spa getaway is just what you need, San Lameer Resort Hotel & Spa makes it easy to unwind. This 4-star stay comes with wellness facilities and perks like room service and a fitness centre.
