On 15 March 2020, the President of South Africa declared a national state of disaster in terms of the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, South African citizens have been counting down the days until we can pack our bags and go on a much-needed holiday with our family and friends. Self-catering accommodation has become a favorable option in accommodation choices due to its flexibility and the ease which it offers. Choosing good accommodation when you are going along with family and friends can be difficult. However, with self-catering accommodation may give you the comfort and confidentiality that comes alongside staying in your own “home” but without burning a hole in your pocket. Eager to learn more about the benefits of staying at a self-catering accommodation? Here are some of them.

(1) You’ll have more space

Self-catering accommodation is often larger than hotel rooms and B&B suites – in fact they are generally entire apartments! Having more space allows you to feel more comfortable, especially when it comes to large groups. El Ridge Living boasts 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom apartments with all the amenities and luxuries one expects from luxury apartments.

(2) Control over mealtimes and food

This is a major draw-card for many people. When you choose self-catering it means you’re often responsible for preparing and cooking all your meals. Whilst this may be the last thing some people wish to do while on holiday, to others it’s the ideal situation. You can choose what to eat for each meal and when, something that is particularly useful when you have varying dietary requirements to consider.

Self-catering places regularly come complete with fully equipped kitchens so you’ll have everything you need to whip up whatever you like, whenever you like – all you’ll need to do is buy what you need locally or bring certain items with you. At El Ridge Living, you can get the best of both worlds – you can use our fully equipped kitchen to whip up your meals and we are conveniently located near restaurants & shopping centre for those who choose to eat out or in.

(3) Great value for money

Self-catering accommodation offers you more bang for your buck and this usually works out great for larger groups as it is generally more cost effective. To find out more about our 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom apartment, simply pop us an email and we will be happy to assist you!

(4) You’ll have more choice

You’ll have your pick of 8 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom apartments so whatever you’re looking for in terms of the perfect holiday pad, you’re bound to find it. El Ridge Living’s apartments features affordable and luxurious 4-star fully furnished serviced apartments in safe proximity to business and retail.

(5) You’ll get to live like a local

Staying is a self-sufficient property while on holiday allows you to experience the place as if you were a local. Essentially, you’ll be living like one and as a result, you’ll have the most authentic experience a visitor could hope for when visiting a new place. In other words: it’s a home away from home in every sense of the phrase.

These are some of the benefits of staying in self-catering accommodation. But after 150 days in lockdown, we are sure you didn’t need too many reasons to book your stay with El Ridge Living for your much-needed getaway!

To book your stay with us, simply email enquiries@elridgeliving.co.za or bookings@elridgeliving.co.za.