The View Boutique Hotel & Spa based in Amanzimtoti (20 minutes from Durban Central and 40 minutes from the airport) is a must-see destination for your wedding.

Catering to intimate, medium and larger wedding parties of 120 guests, The View offers a complete package to make your wedding day something dreams are made of.

Why get hitched here: It is an all-inclusive wedding venue offering 5-star service with an array of ceremony and reception options.

With its turquoise pools and pristine lawns, feel as though you’re in the French Riviera, only without tourists and the hefty expenses. From the terrace, the oceanfront view in the distance adds to the beauty where vows will be exchanged.

The reception area can be set up in Giorgio’s restaurant or the newly-built banqueting venue with modern finishes that complement the natural colour palette, along with its own separate kitchen to ensure timeous service delivery and quality on your special day.

Alternate options include the conference venue, which can be transformed into both a ceremony and reception venue, weather-depending.

To add to the romance of it all, The View boasts 41 rooms and will accommodate the newlyweds in one of the luxurious honeymoon suites, with additional rooms available for both, couples and small families attending the wedding.

With world-class amenities, this “best kept secret” also offers activities worth a visit, such as a spa, gymnasium, swimming pools and is only a few minutes’ drive from the beach, Splash Water world and local shopping centres.

 When to Wed:

Amanzimtoti is generally beautiful all year round, however the hotter months range from November to February, and can include thunder showers in the evenings, with the cooler months usually being quite dry (from June to August). September is known as the windy month and Durban may also receive a higher percentage of rain during this time. The most popular time of year to wed is March and April (autumn).

Whatever time of year you choose, book in advance to ensure you have enough time to ensure your big day is a fairy-tale, come true!

When it comes to a start of year spoil, what better time to indulge than the month of love.

Massage is believed to be beneficial for the body and the mind and the best way to feel energised.

When we receive a spa treatment our blood circulation is improved which sends oxygen throughout the body. The lymphatic system is also stimulated which rids the body of toxins. Even better, the act of massage on the body releases Serotonin, which enhances ones mood.

Created especially for Valentine’s Day, experience the Romantic Love Package for only R990 for a couple.

Enjoy a Couples Aroma full body massage (60 minutes), time in the detox floatation therapy pool, the Jacuzzi and steam room, as well as a spa gift for the lady, along with a sugar bar in the Belvedere lounge.

You may also want to make it extra special with all the bells and whistles. Add on a romantic table setting with flowers, chocolates, bottle of sparkling wine and a complimentary R200 spa voucher for R650, with a total cost for both packages at R1600.

Alternatively indulge in the Valentine’s Grand Deluxe package which is sure to be a day to remember. Included in the package is time in the detox floatation therapy pool, a hot stone full body massage (90 minutes); an express skin care treatment by Dermalogica; a foot treatment; skin softening milk bath; sugar bar in the Hotel Crystal room; a savoury platter as well as a special gift for the lady. All this for only R3100 per couple.

Create loving moments this Valentine’s Day for that special person in your life. Every moment counts, so make it worth it with a trip to The View.

For bookings contact 031 903 1556 or email spa@hoteltheview.com

Other spa specials available for the month of February include:

• February Couples Express Package
• February Ladies Express Special
• Feb Ladies Grand Special