The Plettenberg Hotel - Plettenberg Bay

$$$$||View on mapPlettenberg Bay, South Africa40 Church Street, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa, 6600|
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The Plettenberg Hotel - Plettenberg Bay
40 Church Street, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa, 6600·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.4Perfect
Free WiFi9.9
Comfort9.8
Location9.8
Cleanliness9.7
Staff9.6
Who stays here
Couples72%
Families17%
Groups6%
Solo4%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.4Perfect
Free WiFi9.9
Comfort9.8
Location9.8
Cleanliness9.7
Staff9.6
Who stays here
Couples72%
Families17%
Groups6%
Solo4%

5-star coastal hotel on a rocky headland with panoramic ocean views in Plettenberg Bay

Accommodations & Villas

The Plettenberg Hotel offers 35 individually decorated rooms and two family-style villas. Each room includes spacious en suite bathrooms and smart TVs. The two-bedroom villa features a private pool, providing extra space for families or groups.

Dining & Bar

The Plettenberg restaurant serves progressive South African cuisine with panoramic views of Formosa Bay. The Sandbar offers an informal yet sophisticated cocktail bar for evening drinks. Private dining experiences are available upon request.

Wellness & Pools

The hotel has two infinity pools with ocean views, one of which is heated. Fresh Wellness Spa provides treatments such as facials, massages, and body scrubs. The spa includes a steam room, spa lounge, and beauty services like manicures and pedicures.

Location & Activities

The Plettenberg is located on a rocky headland in the heart of the Garden Route. Guests can spot dolphins and whales from the hotel and walk to Lookout Beach in 5 minutes. Golf courses are within 2 miles, and nearby attractions include the Robberg Nature Reserve and Knysna Elephant Park.

Pet-Friendly Services

The hotel welcomes dogs with pet basket and bowl amenities. Pet-friendly accommodations and special amenities for dogs are available. The location also provides easy access to coastal walks suitable for pets.

  • Location: Rocky headland on the Garden Route, 5-minute walk to Lookout Beach
  • Rooms: 35 rooms and 2 family villas with private pool option
  • Dining: Progressive South African cuisine at The Plettenberg restaurant
  • Wellness: Fresh Wellness Spa with steam room and personalized treatments
  • Pools: Two infinity pools, one heated, with ocean views
  • Pet-Friendly: Dogs welcome with pet baskets, bowls, and special amenities
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of ZAR 100.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room.  There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
Afrikaans, Xhosa
Building
Year renovated:2006
Number of rooms:30
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Rooms and availability

Premier Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Sea side Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking

Off-site parking lot

Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness center

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Heated swimming pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Bowling
  • Golf course
  • Squash
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Heated swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Steam room
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view

Room view

  • Garden view
  • Partial View

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Plettenberg Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 441 US$
📏 Distance to center 200 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 4.8 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Plettenberg Bay, PBZ

Location

40 Church Street, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa, 6600
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40 Church Street, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa, 6600
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40 Church Street, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa, 6600
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Church
St Peters Anglican Church
100 yd
Beach
Lookout Beach
100 yd
18 Formosa Street
Whale Tail Lookout Point
100 yd
Restaurant
Lookout Deck
100 yd
Restaurant
The Old Rectory Restaurant
200 yd
Restaurant
The Bungalow
200 yd
Restaurant
Cafe Pure
100 yd
Restaurant
LM in Plett
100 yd
Restaurant
The Table Restaurant and Bar
100 yd
Restaurant
Clare's Cakes
100 yd

Reviews of The Plettenberg Hotel

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