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The Plettenberg Hotel

5.0 star property

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Premier Suite | Living area
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; seafood, pool views
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Suite, Non Smoking, Partial Sea View

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, Non Smoking, Partial Sea View

Suite, Non Smoking, Partial Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Suite

Premier Suite

  • 50 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Plettenberg Bay

With a stay at The Plettenberg Hotel in Plettenberg Bay, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Plettenberg Bay Beach and St Peters Anglican Church. .This beach hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Van Plettenberg Beacon and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Old Timber Shed.

What's nearby

  • Plettenberg Bay Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Goose Valley Golf Club - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Plettenberg Bay Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Robberg Nature Reserve - 10 min drive - 6.5 km

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
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.

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 37 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools and a steam room. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Enjoy seafood at Restaurant at Plettenberg, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a pool view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Restaurant at Plettenberg - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this restaurant specializes in seafood and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
SandBar - Onsite cocktail bar. Open daily.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return 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
  • Free cot
  • 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 centre
  • 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 cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Children's robes
  • Children's slippers
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

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

The Plettenberg Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 149 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

thomas, kohler

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant staff and management. It's good to have people know your name.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

cary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is the key to this place from start to finish!! They deserve a raise !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grainne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The most beautiful hotel In a stunning location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

Amazing location and friendly family run feel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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

Travelled 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

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
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

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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