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The Plettenberg Hotel

5.0 star property
Stylish beach retreat with 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; seafood, pool views
Suite, Non Smoking, Partial Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Premier Suite | Living area | 43-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV
The Plettenberg Hotel, on a white sand beach, offers ideal coastal escapes. Sunbathe, surf nearby, or book treatments at Fresh Wellness Spa. Relax in two outdoor pools or dine with ocean views at the Restaurant at Plettenberg. Free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Spa
  • Room service

Room options

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, Non Smoking, Partial Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Non Smoking, Partial Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premier Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Plettenberg Bay is home to The Plettenberg Hotel. Robberg Nature Reserve and Cape Floral Region Protected Areas reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Plett Puzzle Park and Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ziplining.
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40 Church Street, Garden Route, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, 6600

What's nearby

  • Plettenberg Bay Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Goose Valley Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Plettenberg Bay Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Robberg Nature Reserve - 10 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Adi’s Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Nineteen89 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Le Fournil De Plett Bakery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Lookout Deck - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Plettenberg Hotel

Luxury boutique hotel
A terrace, shopping on site, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Plettenberg Hotel. With amenities like a white sand beach and surfing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, a body scrub, and a facial at Fresh Wellness Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site seafood restaurant, Restaurant at Plettenberg, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and access to a nearby health club
  • A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and a porter/bellhop
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Children's slippers and free infant beds
  • Bathrooms with children's robes and free toiletries
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 220 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant at Plettenberg
  • SandBar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes
  • Children's slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between May 15 and June 30.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 1350.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 220 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 1350.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; 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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Hotel Plettenberg
Plettenberg Hotel
The Plettenberg Hotel Hotel
The Plettenberg Hotel Plettenberg Bay
The Plettenberg Hotel Hotel Plettenberg Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does The Plettenberg Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is The Plettenberg Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, The Plettenberg Hotel allows pets (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Plettenberg Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Plettenberg Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Plettenberg Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Does The Plettenberg Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Plettenberg Hotel located?

Situated in Plettenberg Bay, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Plettenberg Bay Beach and St Peters Anglican Church. Van Plettenberg Beacon and Old Timber Shed are also within 15 minutes.

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