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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
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Premier Suite | Living area | 43-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV
Exterior
Beach nearby, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service

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40 Church Street, Garden Route, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, 6600
  • Plettenberg Bay Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Goose Valley Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Robberg Nature Reserve
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪10 min drive‬
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Room options

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Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Room

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, Non Smoking, Partial Sea View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Non Smoking, Partial Sea View

  • 517 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premier Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Plettenberg Bay

The Plettenberg Hotel places you next to Plettenberg Bay Beach and within a 5-minute walk of St Peters Anglican Church. This 37-room, 5-star hotel has 2 outdoor pools along with a full-service spa and a restaurant.

What's nearby

  • Plettenberg Bay Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Van Plettenberg Beacon - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Goose Valley Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Robberg Nature Reserve - 12 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nineteen 89 Plett - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Moby Dick's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Le Fournil De Plett Bakery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Adi’s Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Lookout Deck - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Plettenberg Hotel

Stylish beach retreat with 2 outdoor pools
At The Plettenberg Hotel, guests have access to a full-service spa, 2 outdoor pools, and a steam room. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a meeting room.
43-inch Smart TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are also standard.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a steam room.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Fresh Wellness Spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is open daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

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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
  • Smoke-free property

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

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • 1 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 1350.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • 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

Are free cancellation options available at The Plettenberg Hotel?

The Plettenberg Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Plettenberg Hotel?

As of Mar 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Plettenberg Hotel on Apr 4, 2025 start from $264.28, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see around The Plettenberg Hotel?

This hotel is located in Plettenberg Bay and just steps from Plettenberg Bay Beach and St Peters Anglican Church. You'll also find Van Plettenberg Beacon and Old Timber Shed less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Plettenberg Hotel?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa at The Plettenberg Hotel?

Fresh Wellness Spa is the hotel's spa and services include Swedish massages, hot stone massages, couples treatments, and body wraps.

Does The Plettenberg Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, The Plettenberg Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Plettenberg Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Plettenberg Hotel?

This boutique hotel offers many amenities for couples such as 2 outdoor pools and a bar with some guestrooms featuring in-room massages.

Does The Plettenberg Hotel have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does The Plettenberg Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Plettenberg Hotel serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Restaurant at Plettenberg.

Will The Plettenberg Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at The Plettenberg Hotel and the property also provides food and water bowls for pets.

Does The Plettenberg Hotel have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from The Plettenberg Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Plettenberg Hotel is Plettenberg Bay (PBZ), which is 4.9 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Plettenberg Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Plettenberg Hotel offer a balcony and may feature sea views.

Does The Plettenberg Hotel offer wedding services?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Plettenberg Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

The Plettenberg Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 142 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceptional experience
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Calgary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfully located. The room was wonderful and the hotel itself is a great blend of modern with historic character.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Great location. Friendly, attentive staff. Impeccable service at every stage.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time at this place! We came for our honeymoon and absolutely enjoyed it! The staff was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marwan

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annamarie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel - small and quiet with a good restaurant and wonderful service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

SWISS HOUSE

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Noisy at night
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

hayley

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular hotel with spectacular service! We had an incredible suite with world class sea views. Staff are wonderful, held, friendly and fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

PATRICK

Excellent location and security.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, staff and room. The hotel is great and all the amenities in our room were amazing. I would highly recommend this hotel 10 out of 10
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Epic
What an amazing hotel! This was one of the highlights on our trip - the staff are next level friendly and helpful :) . The hotel was a highlight of our trip, the views were amazing, breakfast was great - we cannot wait to come back. Special thanks to Samantha on reception for been so lovely and helpful for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chanel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Beautiful furnishings. Superb food. Excellent views. Professional and friendly and helpful staff. Only one issue that door leading into room not soundproof and lock not according to international safety standards.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views were magnificent. The service was outstanding.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

arik

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service excellent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautifull Hotel
Sadly, only a one night stop over whilst travelling the Garden Route, but we will go back for longer. Superb hotel with great service and very friendly staff. Room was large and spotless, and the food was delicious both evening meal and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Bedford

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a lovely 1 night stay at Plettenberg whilst visiting the elephant sanctuary. Staff very amazing and very friendly. Food, drinks and views exceptional. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022