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The Plettenberg Hotel
5.0 star property

Elegant beach hotel and 2 outdoor swimming pools

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The Plettenberg Hotel

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Suite, Non Smoking, Partial Sea View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; seafood, pool views
Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, hot stone massages

Overview of The Plettenberg Hotel

VIP Access
9.6

Exceptional

Highlight
  • Staff & service is scored top 10% in Plettenberg Bay by travelers.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

40 Church Street, Garden Route, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, 6600
  • Popular LocationPlettenberg Bay Beach2 min walk
  • Popular LocationSt Peters Anglican Church2 min walk
  • Popular LocationVan Plettenberg Beacon12 min walk
  • Popular LocationOld Timber Shed15 min walk
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Room options

Double Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Luxury Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Suite, Non Smoking, Partial Sea View

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 517 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Plettenberg Bay

Located in Plettenberg Bay, The Plettenberg Hotel is near the beach. 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 ziplining and hiking/biking trails.

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Lookout Deck - 8 min walk
  • Adi’s Kitchen - 7 min walk
  • Moby Dick's - 17 min walk
  • Nineteen 89 Plett - 9 min walk
  • Cornuti Al Mare - 9 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 manicure/pedicure, and a body scrub at Fresh Wellness Spa, the onsite spa. The onsite restaurant, Restaurant at Plettenberg, features ocean views and seafood. 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 with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and access to a nearby health club
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, 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

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

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–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
  • Free 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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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: 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 following facilities or services will be unavailable from May 15 2024 to June 30 2024 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the bars/lounges
  • One of the dining venues
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Breakfast
  • Business center
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Recreation facilities
  • Spa
  • Spa/Beauty services
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, debit cards, and cash
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

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. One of the pools will be unavailable from May 15 2024 to June 30 2024 (dates subject to change).

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

As of Mar 29, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Plettenberg Hotel on Apr 24, 2024 start from $198.23, 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.

Is The Plettenberg Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, The Plettenberg Hotel allows pets (limit 1 total).

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: 2:00 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 11:00 AM.

Does The Plettenberg Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Plettenberg Hotel located?

Situated near the beach, 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.

The Plettenberg Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 125 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 125 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 125 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 125 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 125 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Nice Bathroom & Spacious Rooms
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Nearest Airport
Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)