Title: First Group Costa Smeralda Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # First Group Costa Smeralda Beach apartment with outdoor pool and family fun ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8312000/8311907/173c2dbc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8312000/8311907/0db6ca3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fishing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8312000/8311907/4a7466a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8312000/8311907/16ebc979.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8312000/8311907/f864c588.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Prices - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a playground at First Group Costa Smeralda. In addition to an arcade/games room and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 7.8 Good ## Popular amenities - Room service - Dryer - Housekeeping - Washer - Pool - Kitchen ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 9 - Oct 10](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=8311907&PinnedHotelID=8311907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=8311907&PinnedHotelID=8311907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 10 - Oct 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=8311907&PinnedHotelID=8311907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=8311907&PinnedHotelID=8311907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 10 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=8311907&PinnedHotelID=8311907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=8311907&PinnedHotelID=8311907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=8311907&PinnedHotelID=8311907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=8311907&PinnedHotelID=8311907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8312000/8311907/05d27607.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking ### Highlights Patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Kitchen Full-sized fridge/freezer Dishwasher TV Washer/dryer - 646 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8320000/8312000/8311907/05d27607.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Apartment, 3 Bedrooms ### Highlights Patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Kitchen Full-sized fridge/freezer Dishwasher TV Washer/dryer - 3 bedrooms - Resort view - Sleeps 6 - 3 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMargate-Hotels-First-Group-Costa-Smeralda.h8311907.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMargate-Hotels-First-Group-Costa-Smeralda.h8311907.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Margate, First Group Costa Smeralda is near the beach. Hibiscus Mall Centre and Harbourview Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Margate Beach and Ramsgate Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Butterfly Valley Butterfly Farm and Trafalgar Marine Protected Area. Snorkelling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. [Visit our Margate travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Margate.dx2280) [View more Apartments in Margate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Margate-Apartments.d2280-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-30.86915%2C30.36948&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=u53hGMJgUkjFhR7CXQFho5m5Yac=) Remington Lane, Margate, KwaZulu-Natal, 4275 ### What's nearby - Hibiscus Mall Centre - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Margate Beach - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles - Ramsgate Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles - Butterfly Valley Butterfly Farm - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles - Uvongo Beach - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles ### Getting around - Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 131 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Wimpy - ‬9 min walk - ‪Desroches Hotel - ‬6 min walk - ‪The Waffle House - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Village Tavern - ‬2 min drive - ‪Royal Bakery - ‬14 min walk ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### First Group Costa Smeralda Beach apartment with outdoor pool and family fun Guests at this beach apartment building will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as a playground and barbecue grills. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests will appreciate conveniences, such as a washer/dryer and a dining area, while a TV with satellite channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment. First Group Costa Smeralda offers 16 accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Satellite televisions are provided. Accommodation at this 3-star apartment has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis. Recreational amenities at the apartment include an outdoor pool. 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11 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=101916024&PinnedHotelID=101916024&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - Babysitting (surcharge) - Playground - Supervised activities for children (surcharge) ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven ### Dining - Room service ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Library - TV with satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio - Picnic area - Terrace ### Laundry - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Ceiling fan ### Pets - No pets or service animals ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (daily) - Iron/ironing board - Luggage storage - Newspapers in lobby (surcharge) - Safe ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Fishing - Supervised activities for children - Table tennis - Horseback riding nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - 16 units - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 AM Express check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance ### Access methods Private entrance ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is professionally cleaned If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### National rating Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation. ### Property is also known as Costa Smeralda Apartment Margate Costa Smeralda Margate First Group Costa Smeralda Apartment Margate First Group Costa Smeralda Apartment First Group Costa Smeralda Margate First Group Costa Smeralda ga First Group Costa Smeralda Margate First Group Costa Smeralda Apartment First Group Costa Smeralda Apartment Margate ## Frequently asked questions ### Does First Group Costa Smeralda have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is First Group Costa Smeralda pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at First Group Costa Smeralda? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at First Group Costa Smeralda? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 AM. ### What time is check-out at First Group Costa Smeralda? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Where is First Group Costa Smeralda located? > This family-friendly Margate apartment building is located near the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Hibiscus Mall Centre, Butterfly Valley Butterfly Farm and Margate Beach. Ramsgate Beach is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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