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The Plettenberg — Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
The Plettenberg
Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
Style: Classic Luxury. Built: 1988. Remodeled: 1998. Rooms: 40.
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The Plettenberg, a 5 star Relais & Chateaux Hotel built on a rocky headland with breathtaking vistas of the sea, mountains and miles of golden sand, is one of the most spectacular resorts in Africa. Our 38 luxury rooms and suites are all air-conditioned and offer a truly idyllic and indulgent experience. We have two swimming pools, one of which is heated, and both visually flow into the ocean below. Our adjoining Lookout Villas are decorated with simplicity and crisp elegance in natural creams and blues and have their own sparkling swimming pool. Experience fabulous sightings of dolphins and whales in the bay from the hotel terraces. For the more adventurous there are numerous excursions and activities within close proximity to the hotel. Other hotel facilities include a wine cellar, stocked with a selection of the best local wines and available for special occasion private dining, and a gift shop - offering a unique selection of specialty items and clothing from the area.
Five Star Alliance Client Reviews - The Plettenberg
Ron, Glasgow, Scotland. February, 2006
"First class! Location, view, and service exceptional."
Awards
Conde Nast Award Winner, Travel & Leisure Award Winner
Recommended Rooms
Blue Wing rooms have water views, garden views or both. From upper floors you can view whale and dolphin migrations.
Fine Dining on Site
Restaurant was voted one of the country's top 100 dining establishments by the Diner's Club Annual Award
Ballooning, Hot Air
highest bungi jump in the world; blackwater tubing, abseiling
Ecological Tourism
Fifteen wildlife nature perserves, safaris at sanctuary for free roaming monkeys, low flying scenic air tours
Winery Tours
15 wildlife nature reserves; open cockpit gliders
Nota Bene
The hotel is considered an eco-tourist's dream, it has the highest bungy jump in the world, blackwater tubing, open cockpit gliders and abseiling.
Hotel Amenities
- - Fine Dining on Site
- - Spa Facility
Available Activities
- - Fishing - Fly
- - Fishing - Ocean
- - Horseback Riding
- - Ecological Tourism
- - Sailing
- - Beach
- - Hiking
- - Biking, Mountain
- - Biking, Touring
- - Windsurfing
- - Boating
Hotel Address
Location Summary
Hotel Location- Just Off The Main Street On The Sea Front. Local Attractions- Whale Viewing Site East Walking Noetzie West 20 Km The Big Tree West 15 Km Knysna Heads West 25 Km Kvarshock Viewpoint West 20 Km Tstitsikamina East 40 Km Natures Valley East 35 - 40 Km Grj 58m E
Directions to Hotel
Turn Left As You Exit Entrance To Airstrip- When You Reach A T-junction- Turn Right. At The Traffic Circle Turn Left. At The 2nd Traffic Circle Turn Right. Turn Right Into Church Street.
- The Plettenberg
- Lookout Rocks
- Plettenberg Bay, 6600
- South Africa
Location Summary
Hotel Location- Just Off The Main Street On The Sea Front. Local Attractions- Whale Viewing Site East Walking Noetzie West 20 Km The Big Tree West 15 Km Knysna Heads West 25 Km Kvarshock Viewpoint West 20 Km Tstitsikamina East 40 Km Natures Valley East 35 - 40 Km Grj 58m E
Directions to Hotel
Turn Left As You Exit Entrance To Airstrip- When You Reach A T-junction- Turn Right. At The Traffic Circle Turn Left. At The 2nd Traffic Circle Turn Right. Turn Right Into Church Street.
Child policies vary by hotel. Many hotels are able to provide a rollaway bed or crib, though there may be an extra fee. Such fees will not be included in the quoted rate.
If you are ready to book, our advice is to first make your reservation. Our agents will then be able to more effectively assist you with details regarding your children.
If you require further information before making a reservation, please contact us with the hotel name, your dates, and the number and age of the children. Thank you.
If you are ready to book, our advice is to first make your reservation. Our agents will then be able to more effectively assist you with details regarding your children.
If you require further information before making a reservation, please contact us with the hotel name, your dates, and the number and age of the children. Thank you.
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