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The Plettenberg Hotel

5.0 star property
Elegant beach hotel and 2 outdoor swimming pools
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Exterior
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior
Premier Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Suite, Non Smoking, Partial Sea View | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
40 Church Street, Garden Route, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, 6600
  • Plettenberg Bay Beach
    2 min walk
  • Van Plettenberg Beacon
    12 min walk
  • Old Timber Shed
    15 min walk
  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    10 min drive

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

View all photos for Luxury Room

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

Luxury Room

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

View all photos for Suite, Non Smoking, Partial Sea View

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

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About the neighborhood

Plettenberg Bay

Close to the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this Plettenberg Bay hotel, you'll find Plettenberg Bay Beach and St Peters Anglican Church. Van Plettenberg Beacon and Old Timber Shed are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

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

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

5-star beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools
The Plettenberg Hotel offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a steam room. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and a meeting room are available. Spa services, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury The Plettenberg Hotel. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Plettenberg Bay hotel is smoke free.

  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Plettenberg Hotel offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Plettenberg Bay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

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

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free crib
  • Laundry facilities

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable/satellite channels

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

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: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between May 15 and June 30.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 1350.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your 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

How close is The Plettenberg Hotel to the airport?

The Plettenberg Hotel is 4.9 mi (10-min drive) away from the Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Nov 18, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Plettenberg Hotel on Nov 28, 2024 start from $292.39, 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.

Does The Plettenberg Hotel have an airport shuttle?

The Plettenberg Hotel offers an airport shuttle.

How close is The Plettenberg Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Plettenberg Bay Beach and 8.3 mi (16-min drive) from Arch Rock Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Plettenberg Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Plettenberg Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 220 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Plettenberg Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Plettenberg Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at The Plettenberg Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Plettenberg Hotel have a pool?

The Plettenberg Hotel features 2 outdoor pools.

Does The Plettenberg Hotel have a restaurant?

The Plettenberg Hotel is home to Restaurant at Plettenberg, which features seafood and ocean views.

Does The Plettenberg Hotel have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Fresh Wellness Spa, where you can enjoy facials, Swedish massages, and body treatments.

How close is The Plettenberg Hotel to downtown Plettenberg Bay?

The Plettenberg Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Plettenberg Bay.

The Plettenberg Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 131 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Alison, Wilton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel with an old fashioned sense of service. We parked directly outside the hotel and had a lovely welcome from one of the managers who showed us our rooms ( in the annex) - our bags were brought up straight away. It was my birthday so they had upgraded us to a suite with a partial sea view. The rooms were spacious and comfortable with hairdryers and Milton brown toiletries. We didn’t use either of the pools as it was cold but they looked clean and inviting. We had pre dinner drinks in the bar and ate dinner in the restaurant - all very well presented and delicious. Would happily stay again. Delightful shopping area at the top of the street too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful views of Plettenberg Bay in classy setting
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot. Friendly service.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Plettenberg is a great, small luxury hotel where service is very attentive and all staff pay good attention to detail. A good complimentary mini-bar. Fabulous views and a good location for the town. Whilst the bathroom was absolutely fine I would say that these are probably the next thing to be done on the list to advance the standard to the best on the market, ie, walk in rain showers etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gustaf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best in Plett
Best Hotel in Plett. Superb service and one of the best breakfasts in ZA. Worth a detour and Plett is a hidden gem too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Phoevos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021