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The Old Rectory

3.5 star property
Beachfront, with full-service spa

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On the beach
Buffet
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, hot stone massages
Lobby sitting area
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
The Old Rectory sits overlooking the ocean, where guests find tranquility between rounds of golf and peaceful garden strolls. The spa offers restorative treatments after active days, while the pool provides a sunny spot to relax before evening drinks at the bar.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool

Room options

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Luxury Suite, Garden Area | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Suite, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Suite, Poolside | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Suite, Poolside

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Cnr Bull and Meeding Street., Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, 6600

What's nearby

  • Plettenberg Bay Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Plettenberg Bay Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Goose Valley Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Robberg Nature Reserve - 10 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Adi’s Kitchen - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Nineteen89 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Le Fournil De Plett Bakery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Lookout Deck - ‬18 min walk

About this property

The Old Rectory

Hotel by the ocean
You can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a garden at The Old Rectory. Treat yourself to a sports massage at the onsite spa. Guests can also expect to find a hair salon, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Babysitting (surcharge), multilingual staff, and concierge services
  • Luggage storage, free newspapers, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like safes and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, childcare services, and electric kettles

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 10 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1777
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: ZAR 3600.0 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 8 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Old Rectory Hotel Plettenberg Bay
Old Rectory Hotel
Old Rectory Plettenberg Bay
Old Rectory
The Old Rectory Hotel
The Old Rectory Plettenberg Bay
The Old Rectory Hotel Plettenberg Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does The Old Rectory have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Old Rectory pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Old Rectory?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Old Rectory?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Old Rectory?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Old Rectory located?

Located in Plettenberg Bay, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course and within a 5-minute walk of Old Timber Shed and Van Plettenberg Beacon. Plettenberg Bay Beach and St Peters Anglican Church are also within 15 minutes.

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