The Luxury Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 2022. Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Garden Route. I hope you will like it!
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1 Views Boutique Hotel & Spa Wilderness, South Africa
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Situated in the heart of the Garden Route, Views Hotel offers luxury suites with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. It features indoor and outdoor pools, and free Wi-Fi access.
The guest rooms at Views have ceiling-to-floor windows and are furnished in a modern, eclectic style. All rooms have a balcony, a flat-screen satellite TV, and a private bathroom with under-floor heating.
A full English breakfast is provided in Views Restaurant, which serves cuisine made from only the freshest local produce. The restaurant features arguably the best view on the Garden Route – a dramatic Indian Ocean panorama.
Views Wellness Emporium offers a full range of beauty treatments, and features a hammam, a sauna and a vitality pool. There is also solar-heated rooftop pool and a solarium.
Guests can relax in the library or games room, and there are plenty of local sites of interest within a short distance of Views. Wilderness National Park is 5 minutes’ walk away, and Mossel Bay less than an hour’s drive.
Views Hotel is a mere 20 minutes from George Airport. Free parking is available on-site
Guest review score 9.4,
rooms from around 4500 ZAR.
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2 Cinnamon Boutique Guest House Wilderness, South Africa
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Featuring free WiFi, an outdoor pool and a barbecue, Cinnamon Boutique Guest House offers accommodation at the foot of the Outinqua Mountain Valley in Wilderness. The hotel has a pool terrace and guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar. Free private parking is available on site.
Guests rooms at Cinnamon Boutique are equipped with satellite TV, a refrigerator, an espresso machine and air-conditioning. Some units have a seating area where you can relax. The rooms include a private bathroom with bathrobes and complimentary toiletries. You can enjoy the Pool and Garden views from the rooms.
There is a fitness centre at the property. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including golfing and cycling. Wilderness Beach is 200m away, while Knysna is 43 km from Cinnamon Boutique Guest House. The guest house is 46km from Mossel Bay.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around 4386 ZAR.
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3 Sky Villa Boutique Hotel by Raw Africa Boutique Collection Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
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Boasting 360 degree views of the ocean and Keurbooms lagoon, the stylish Sky Villa Boutique Hotel by Raw Africa Boutique Collection offers rooms in Plettenberg Bay.
The rooms at Sky Villa feature contemporary colours and soft furnishing. They include oversized beds, a terrace, air-conditioning, a TV, tea making station and Nespresso coffee machines.
Guests can enjoy stunning views from the Sky Bar, which offers a relaxed finger-food style menu, platters and tapas and specially crafted cocktails.
The property also boasts a plunge pool and a fully equipped fitness centre. Sky Villa Boutique Hotel by Raw Africa Boutique Collection offers a business centre for guest use. With staff speaking Afrikaans and English, around-the-clock guidance is available at the reception.
Monkeyland and Birds of Eden are within 20 minutes drive and Plettenberg Bay Country Club is 5 km away.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 3000 ZAR.
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4 The Manor House at Fancourt George, South Africa
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The Manor House at Fancourt features a fitness centre, a garden and a sun terrace with swimming pool and buffet breakfast in George. This 5-star hotel offers an ATM and a business centre. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.
All units at the hotel come with a seating area. All rooms come with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV, and certain units at The Manor House at Fancourt have a balcony. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.
At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options can also be requested.
The Manor House at Fancourt offers 5-star accommodation with a sauna, hot tub and hot spring bath. You can play tennis at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and fishing.
Outeniqua Pass is 3.4 km from the hotel, while George Golf Club is 4.6 km away. The nearest airport is George Airport, 6 km from The Manor House at Fancourt.
Guest review score 9.4,
rooms from around 13120 ZAR.
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5 The Plettenberg Hotel Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
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The Plettenberg is a 5-star hotel, located on a rocky headland in the heart of The Garden Route. It offers 2 infinity pools and the stylish SeaFood at The Plettenberg Restaurant.
All 37 individually decorated guest rooms are equipped with a spacious en suite bathroom and a TV with DVD player. In addition, every room offers a refrigerator, a hairdryer and a telephone.
Guests can spot dolphins and whales, and enjoy breathtaking views of the sea and mountains. The Plettenberg offers a wide range of treatments at Fresh Wellness Spa. There are several golf courses within 3 km of the hotel.
Sandbar, an informal yet sophisticated cocktail bar, is a relaxing spot for an evening drink and SeaFood at The Plettenberg restaurant serves progressive South African cuisine, whilst providing panoramic views of Formosa Bay.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around 6449 ZAR.
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6 Fancourt Hotel George, South Africa
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Nestled between mountains and forests in the heart of the Garden Route, Fancourt Hotel offers luxury accommodation and features 3 Gary Player designed golf courses and a wellness centre. George Airport is 7 km away.
Guest rooms at The Fancourt have elegant furnishings and balconies with views of the Outeniqua Mountains. They come equipped with a minibar and satellite TV. Including a hairdryer and free toiletries, each room has a private bathroom with a bath and shower.
The Fancourt has 4 restaurants that serve international cuisine made from fresh locally sourced ingredients. The hotel also has a bar that offers regional wines and a spacious garden terrace.
The hotel's spa has an indoor heated Roman Bath as well as a leisure centre which is home to a kids club, fitness centre, cinema and outdoor swimming pool. Other activities include tennis, running and walking trails, bird watching and fishing.
The Fancourt Hotel offers 24-hour front desk service and free on-site private parking. The hotel’s tour desk arranges sightseeing excursions to the picturesque coastal towns of Knysna, Plettenberg Bay and Mossel Bay.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around 5544 ZAR.
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7 Crown on the Heads Knysna, South Africa
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Situated in Knysna, 700 metres from Coney Glen Beach, Crown on the Heads features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Knysna Heads is 600 metres from the hotel and Pezula Golf Club is 5. 6 km away.
At the hotel, all rooms include a patio with a sea view. The rooms come with air conditioning, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV, and some units at Crown on the Heads have a balcony. At the accommodation all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels.
A Full English/Irish breakfast is available each morning at Crown on the Heads.
Simola Golf and Country Estate is 14 km from the hotel, while Knysna Forest is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Plettenberg Bay, 33 km from Crown on the Heads, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around 4050 ZAR.
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8 St. James of Knysna Knysna, South Africa
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Located on a 3 acre estate, this property offers luxury rooms with lagoon views, 2 swimming pools and a landscaped garden. It is 15 minutes’ drive from Pezula Golf Club.
St. James of Knysna offers rooms and suites fitted with deluxe bedding and furniture. Room amenities include satellite TV, minibar and a tea/coffee maker. Bathrobes and international adaptors are provided for all rooms.
Breakfast is served in the morning and light snacks are also available.
Guests can enjoy a complimentary lagoon cruise on The Boat. Massage treatments are also available.
Located on Knysna Lagoon, St. James of Knysna is a few minutes’ drive from the fishing, yachting and scuba diving activities nearby. It is 1.5 km away from Simola Golf and Country Estate.
Guest review score 9.5,
rooms from around 2507 ZAR.
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9 Tsala Treetop Lodge Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
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Offering unique forest views from above the treetops, this estate is just 10 km from Plettenberg Bay. Tsala Treetop accommodation has stylish interiors with 24 hour room service and free Wi-Fi throughout.
A private outdoor deck and small private infinity pool feature in all suites and villas at Tsala Treetop Lodge. Each has a living room with a fireplace, a complimentary bottle of port, and a mini-bar. Bathrooms feature chic free-standing baths, and bedrooms have views over the forest canopy.
Guests can enjoy a collection of books in the hotel lounge area, as well as a wine cellar and a restaurant with several deck areas for enjoying the view with a meal. Pampering treatments can also be requested.
Amid the famous scenery of the Garden Route National Park, the lodge is just 22 km from the town of Knysna.
Guest review score 9.5,
rooms from around 9266 ZAR.
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10 Hunter's Country House Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
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This intimate property is located within the Garden Route, 10 km from Plettenberg Bay and 24 km from Knysna. It offers elegant, thatched-roofed suites and non-thatched rooms and free WiFi is available throughout.
Each individually decorated, air-conditioned suite and room at Hunter's Country House features tea/coffee facilities, a minibar and certain suites feature a fireplace. Some also have their own private terrace with a pool and garden.
Guests can enjoy a glass of wine around the outdoor boma with couches and a fireplace. Breakfast is served in the conservatory, while light lunches and dinners are available by reservation in the dining room or outdoors on the lawn.
A large, outdoor swimming pool is on site, along with a childrens play area. Hunter's Country House also has a shared library with a fireplace.
Area activities include golfing, horse riding, boat trips, nature walks and swimming with seals. The Tenikwa Wild Cat Sanctuary, Monkeyland and Birds of Eden are all within 30 minutes’ drive.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around 2760 ZAR.
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11 Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa Knysna, South Africa
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Located in the hills above Knysna, the 5-star Simola Hotel Country Club & Spa boasts a Jack Nicklaus signature golf course and a restaurant with lagoon views.
The rooms at the eco-friendly Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa have free WiFi, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a DVD player and a stylish bathroom with amenities. Some rooms have panoramic views of the lagoon or forest and include a kitchen and a cosy lounge with a fireplace.
With a bistro-style meanu, Lungalo Restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner. Lunch and light meals are available at the golf club lounge.
The Simola Spa features massages, face and body treatments. Guests can relax in the heated indoor pool or work out at the gym which overlooks the Knysna Heads and offers state-of-the-art equipment and personal trainers.
The centre of Knysna is within 10 minutes' drive and Plettenberg Bay is 39 km away while George can be reached within 1 hour by car.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around 3264 ZAR.
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12 Turbine Hotel & Spa Knysna, South Africa
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This former power station is located in Knysna and offers sunny suites with an iPod docking station and views of the Knysna Lagoon. The spacious sun deck comes with an outdoor pool.
The rooms at Turbine Hotel & Spa are elegantly decorated with light fabrics and parquet floors. The suites have a satellite LCD TV and extra long beds.
A full English breakfast is available each morning at the Turbine Hotel. For light meals and drinks, there is a tapas bar and a fully stocked wine cellar.
Guests of this hotel can undergo a hot-stone massage or enjoy a refreshing swim in the pool, which faces the lagoon. The sun deck offers a calm spot to read a book or magazine.
The 24-hour reception staff can arrange babysitting and shuttles to George Airport, 65 km away. Lagoon and sea cruises can be arranged as well.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around 2466 ZAR.
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13 The Bungalow by Raw Africa Boutique Collection Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
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With garden views, The Bungalow by Raw Africa Boutique Collection is located in Plettenberg Bay and has a restaurant, a shared lounge, bar, garden, year-round outdoor pool and terrace. Complimentary WiFi is available throughout the property.
Some of the units include a cable flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries.
A à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available daily at the property.
The bed and breakfast offers a barbecue. The Bungalow by Raw Africa Boutique Collection provides an ironing service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying.
A car rental service and a range of water sports facilities are provided at the accommodation, and guests can go canoeing in the surroundings.
Popular points of interest near The Bungalow by Raw Africa Boutique Collection include The Wedge Beach, Hobie Beach and Central Beach. The nearest airport is Plettenberg Bay, 6 km from the bed and breakfast, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around 3960 ZAR.
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14 Escape to the Beach Wilderness, South Africa
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Located in Wilderness, 100 metres from Wilderness Beach, Escape to the Beach provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 5-star guest house has a terrace and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is situated 16 km from Lakes Area National Park.
The guest house will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. Escape to the Beach features certain rooms with sea views, and rooms are equipped with a kettle. At the accommodation each room is fitted with bed linen and towels.
Breakfast is available daily, and includes buffet, à la carte and continental options.
Escape to the Beach offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub.
George Golf Club is 18 km from the guest house, while Outeniqua Pass is 21 km away. The nearest airport is George Airport, 22 km from Escape to the Beach.
Guest review score 10.0,
rooms from around 5250 ZAR.
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15 THEBLOEM Guest Suites Knysna, South Africa
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Located in Knysna, 6.4 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, THEBLOEM Guest Suites provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. This 5-star guest house offers a bar. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.
Guest rooms at the guest house are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. THEBLOEM Guest Suites features certain rooms that include a patio, and each room is fitted with a coffee machine. At the accommodation each room is equipped with bed linen and towels.
Breakfast is available daily, and includes à la carte, Full English/Irish and vegetarian options.
Knysna Forest is 6.8 km from THEBLOEM Guest Suites, while Knysna Heads is 9 km away. The nearest airport is Plettenberg Bay Airport, 33 km from the guest house.
Guest review score 9.8,
rooms from around 3690 ZAR.
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16 Beach Villa Wilderness Wilderness, South Africa
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Beach Villa Wilderness offers accommodation directly on the beach in Wilderness in the Western Cape Region. The guest house has a terrace and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site.
The rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Some rooms feature a seating area where you can relax. Some units have views of the mountains or pool. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom with a bath and shower, with bath robes, slippers and free toiletries provided. Beach Villa Wilderness features free WiFi throughout the property. A TV is featured.
You will find free shuttle service at the property.
You can engage in various activities, such as cycling, fishing and canoeing. Knysna is 42 km from Beach Villa Wilderness, while Mossel Bay is 47 km from the property.
Guest review score 9.7,
rooms from around 3050 ZAR.
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17 Villa Afrikana Guest Suites Knysna, South Africa
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This guest house offers spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi and panoramic views of the lagoon and Knysna Heads. It features a swimming pool with a sun deck and a library.
Villa Afrikana Guest Suites feature a blend of African and contemporary décor. All rooms have deluxe bedding which include feather and down duvets. Custom bathroom amenities are provided in each private bathroom.
Most rooms have private balconies which offer stunning views of Knysna’s magnificent lagoon. All balconies feature a table and chairs or loungers.
Villa Afrikana has easy access to South Africa’s popular Garden Route. It is 1 mile from Knysna Waterfront Ferries. Pezula and Simola Golf Courses are a 15-minute drive away.
Guest review score 9.7,
rooms from around 4100 ZAR.
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18 Falcons View Manor Knysna, South Africa
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Falcons View Manor is situated on a hill overlooking Knysna Lagoon, 700 metres from the town centre.
It features an outdoor pool, a library and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
All of the stylish guest bedrooms at Falcons View Manor are equipped with digital TV and hot drink facilities. Every room is air-conditioned and also features a hairdryer and a safety deposit box.
A full English breakfast is served each morning in the hotel’s elegant dining room, which offers a varied international menu for lunch and dinner. When the weather is pleasant guests can also dine in the tranquil Tea Garden.
Falcons View Manor is 1 km from Knysna Harbour, where you can rent a boat and explore the Knysna National Lakes Area. The hotel is 5 km from Simola Golf Club, which was designed by the great Jack Nicklaus.
Falcons View Manor is 38 km from Plettenberg Airport and 1 km from Knysna Railway Station.
Guest review score 9.6,
rooms from around 2240 ZAR.
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19 Kanonkop House Knysna, South Africa
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Kanonkop Guest House offers luxurious comfort, breathtaking views of the Knysna Lagoon and Heads, serene atmosphere and unique personal service along Western Cape’s enchanting Garden Route.
The accommodation in Kanonkop ensures exclusivity and privacy, and the spacious, bright rooms are beautifully appointed and decorated by top South African designers.
This family-owned guest house is surrounded by a beautiful garden and small indigenous forest that attracts wildlife and an abundance of birds. Enjoy their antics whilst relaxing on a lounger next to the pool.
Knysna, a favourite South African coastal resort town, spoils you for choice with fine beaches, magnificent forests ideal for gentle strolls or strenuous hikes and a wide range of restaurants and shops. The owners will be more than happy to offer advice and help you organise the perfect day.
Guest review score 9.6,
rooms from around 5060 ZAR.
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20 Alexander Guest House Knysna, South Africa
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The luxurious, 5-star Alexander Guest House offers individually designed rooms and suites. A spacious sun terrace offers guests a place to relax beside the outdoor pool.
The rooms are equipped with an en-suite bathroom, minibar, satellite TV and a surround-sound system. Each features a private deck and some feature a hot tub. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. The suites offer sea views.
A fresh breakfast is provided daily, and there is a braai area for traditional barbecues while watching the sunset. The Knysna Waterfront restaurants are only a 10-minute drive away.
Located on the Garden Route, there are many activities for guests to enjoy nearby such as fishing and scuba diving in the lagoon. Knysna Golf Course is less than 5 km away.
Guest review score 9.4,
rooms from around 1500 ZAR.
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21 Woodlands Self Catering Phantom Acres, South Africa
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Nestled in a peaceful setting overlooking the forested valley, Woodlands Self Catering is located in Phantom Acres, 15 minutes' drive from Knysna.
The well appointed rooms feature a seating area, private bathrooms and a kitchenette. Each unit is equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV, hairdryer and air conditioning. Enjoy a cup of tea from your terrace or balcony.
Woodlands has an indigenous garden and forest walking trail which guests can explore.
You can engage in various activities in the surrounding area, such as golf, cycling and hiking. The beaches are within 30 minutes' drive. George Airport is 67 km away.
Guest review score 9.4,
rooms from around 1040 ZAR.
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22 Xanadu Guest Villa Wilderness, South Africa
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Situated on Wilderness Beach, this 5-star guest house offers spacious rooms with private balconies and free Wi-Fi. Leisure facilities include an outdoor pool, hot tub and on-site spa treatments.
Xanadu Guest Villa offers suites fitted with luxurious bedding and lush carpets. All rooms feature mountain or ocean views from their floor-to-ceiling windows.
Room amenities include satellite TV, a minibar and tea/ coffee maker. Each room has an en suite bathroom with a bath and shower and decorated with marble.
Breakfast can be enjoyed with the other guests at the large dining table or at a separate, private table. The Xanadu can also serve breakfast in the privacy of the guest's room or on the private balcony.
Located along the Garden Route, it is on the way to Addo Elephant National Park and Knysna.
The outdoor pool is surrounded by a landscaped garden and overlooks Wilderness Beach. The hotel is conveniently located, just a 30-minute drive from Knysna and a 45-minute drive from Plettenberg Bay.
Guest review score 9.4,
rooms from around 2500 ZAR.
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23 African Oceans Manor on the Beach Mossel Bay, South Africa
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Featuring stunning, panoramic views over the Indian Ocean and the Outeniqua Mountains, this award-winning 5-star guesthouse offers a deck pool and large suites with patios. Gardens lead directly to Mossel Bay's beach.
Each uniquely and beautifully decorated suite of African Oceans Manor on the Beach boasts picturesque mountain and ocean views. All suites are equipped with a TV, air conditioning, a mini bar, coffee and tea facilities, as well as balconies/patios. Some suites feature a hot tub and LCD TVs.
Free, secure off-street parking is available. African Oceans' attentive staff is at your service 24 hours per day and happy to organize activities such as shark diving, and game drives.
Gourmet breakfast is served daily in the sun-filled dining room, which also enjoys ocean views. Romantic picnics can also be arranged upon request.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around 2034 ZAR.
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24 Head over Hills Knysna, South Africa
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Head over Hills is an exclusive retreat in Knysna. Set on the jagged edge of the famous rocky cliffs of the Knysna Heads, this well-appointed guest house has a heated swimming pool.
Each room here will provide you with a TV, air conditioning and a private balcony. There is also a small SMEG fridge in the room, and the en suite bathroom is fitted with a bath and a shower. You can enjoy a sea view from each room, while other rooms also offer a mountain view.
At Head over Hills the kitchen will prepare a traditional South African barbecue or a la carte menu, organised with prior notice. The property also has a wide selection of hand-picked South African wines and a walk-in wine cellar.
Other facilities offered at Head over Hills include free WiFi throughout, and free parking.
Head over Hills is 3 km from Pezula Golf Club, 5.6 km from Linsay Castle by Noetzie Beach and 8.6 km from Simola Golf Course.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around 5800 ZAR.
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25 Villa Castollini Brenton-on-Sea, South Africa
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Villa Castollini is a magnificent Tuscan-style luxury retreat set at the top of Western Head. It features an outdoor pool and a library.
Every guest bedroom at Villa Castollini is equipped with satellite TV, while some rooms have private balconies with views of the garden or pool.
Guests can enjoy a continental or English breakfast in the cosy dining room. There is also a lounge with an honesty bar and a 74-inch TV with sports channels.
Villa Castollini is 12 km from Knysna and only 4 km from the Brenton-on-Sea beach, along Western Cape’s delightful Garden Route. It is 65 km from the George Airport, and free on-site car parking is available.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 1691 ZAR.
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26 Villa Paradisa Guest House Knysna, South Africa
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Wonderful views of Knysna and Knysna Lagoon awaits guests at this guest house, located at the heart of the Garden Route and radiating an exclusive atmosphere.
Inspired by its coastal surrounds, Villa Paradisa has been built with an emphasis on outdoor living. Enjoy a swim in the infinity-edge pool overlooking the water. Afterwards, you can have champagne on your very own terrace or in the pavilion next to the pool.
With only 4 suites on offer, your privacy is ensured at all times. Make use of your stylish bathroom, including the bath for two, or gaze at the African night sky through the French windows. A turn-down service completes each suite’s luxurious feel.
The day can be spent relaxing in the hot tub, tasting different wines and taking pleasure in various beauty treatments. Guests hoping to explore some of the surrounding nature can also participate in a number of activities arranged by your attentive hosts.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 2380 ZAR.
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27 Nothando Backpackers Lodge Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
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Situated just a 15-minute walk from Central Beach, Nothando Backpackers Lodge features a garden, shared lounge area and fireplace for BBQs. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
The rooms all come with garden views, heating and tea-and-coffee making facilities. Some include a private bathroom, and other rooms have access to a shared bathroom.
Guests are free to use the shared kitchen, lounge, bar and BBQ facilities. There is also a tour desk and transport service to a number of adventure activities such as Monkeyland and Face Adrenalin bungy jump bridge.
Nothando Backpackers Lodge is located only 500 metres from the Plettenberg Bay Central Business District, and 1 km from the Birds of Eden aviary. Plettenberg Bay Airport is 8 km away.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around 250 ZAR.
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28 The Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
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Located in Plettenberg Bay and a 2-minute walk from the beach, The Robberg Beach Lodge offers luxury accommodation with Indian Ocean, garden or Robberg Nature Reserve views. It features 2 outdoor pools, a sun terrace and a braai area.
The stylish, air-conditioned rooms are individually decorated and come with a veranda and feature contemporary furnishings and earthly coloured walls. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, fridge, wardrobe and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Some rooms have wooden beamed ceilings and wooden parquet floors.
A buffet breakfast is served daily and the bar serves a variety of beverages and local wines. Several restaurants, galleries, cafés and bars are located in Plettenberg Bay, a 5-minute drive away.
The Robberg Beach Lodge is located in the heart of the Garden Route. Robberg Nature Reserve and Goose Valley Golf Course are a 10 minutes’ drive away by car. Free private parking is available on site.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 1695 ZAR.
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29 Candlewood Lodge Knysna, South Africa
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Candlewood Lodge is a 5-star bed and breakfast located only minutes away from the centre of town and boasts spectacular views over the Knysna Heads and Knysna Lagoon.
With an emphasis to detail, the guest rooms have been tastefully designed and uniquely decorated. All rooms have en suite shower, a separate area and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding area.
Candlewood has a bar area where guests can take a drink and read a book. Relax and sunbathe the whole day by the an outdoor pool, jacuzzi and sun deck.
Candlewood Lodge is ideally located to explore Knysna and its beautiful surrounding and is an ideal base to venture further along the Garden Route.
Knysna Golf Club is 3.3 km away, while both Pezula Championship Golf Course and Simola Golf Course are within 6 km from the property. Candlewood Lodge can assist with arranging tee times and equipment.
Guest review score 9.8,
rooms from around 3480 ZAR.
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30 Fynbos Ridge Country House & Cottages Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
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This 5-star property combines Cape Dutch style, an outdoor pool with panoramic mountain views and individually decorated rooms. Locally sourced ingredients and home-baked bread are served at its restaurant.
Fynbos Ridge offers self-catering and bed and breakfast accommodation set among fragrant gardens. Flat-screen TVs with DVD players are featured in each room. Some units are equipped with a log fireplace, and offer a private patio or balcony.
Guests at Fynbos Ridge Country House & Cottages can taste organic herbs and vegetables picked from the property’s own garden. Freshly baked croissants, scones and fresh fruit are available for breakfast.
The property is located on the edge of Fynbos Ridge Private Nature Reserve. Plettenberg Bay is a short drive away.
Guest review score 9.6,
rooms from around 2975 ZAR.
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31 Number Eleven Self-Catering Villa Knysna, South Africa
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Perched on the edge of the lagoon offering panoramic views of the Knysna Heads, Number Eleven Self-Catering Villa features an outdoor pool and terrace. The Pezula Championship Golf Course is a 10-minute drive away.
The 4-bedroom villa offers a cosy living room with fireplace, dining area and a safe. The bright and modern rooms come with parquet floors.
The property can accommodate 12 guests in four bedrooms, an additional room / TV room, as well as an extra sofa bed.
At Number Eleven guests can prepare meals in their fully equipped kitchen featuring an oven, refrigerator and microwave. It includes a dishwasher.
The Waterfront Knysna Quays is within 7 km, offering a variety of restaurants and shops.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available and an airport shuttle can be arranged upon request. The George Airport is 77 km away.
Guest review score 9.5
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32 Gondwana Game Reserve Kleinberg, South Africa
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Gondwana Game Reserve, where Big Five game roams free through the Cape fynbos, is located 25 km from Mosselbay. It features a large infinity pool, and an African-style spa offering a full treatment menu and includes game drives.
The game reserve is home to different accommodation types ranging from safari rooms at the lodge to private villas. All rooms offer panoramic views of the surrounding bush and its wildlife.
Gondwana offers a variety of dining options such as evening barbecues at the boma, surprise bush breakfasts, elegant meals in the lodge dining room and romantic picnics. Children menus are provided. The bar offers a variety of wines and beverages upon request.
Daily guided activities include horse safaris and bush walks. Possible sightings include endangered species such as black rhinoceros, cheetah and cape mountain zebra.
Free Wi-Fi is available in the public areas of the lodge. The George Airport is 64.7 km from the lodge and Oudtshoorn is 77 km away.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around 12120 ZAR.
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