About The Plettenberg
The Plettenberg, a member of The Liz McGrath Collection, is situated on a rocky headland in one of South Africa's most spectacular beach towns.. Tucked neatly into the Garden Route, Plettenberg Bay boasts a year-round temperate climate and pristine beaches, making it the ultimate South African seaside escape. The 5-star Small Luxury Hotels of the World property, with its 37 beautifully appointed rooms and villas, showcases the most breathtaking vistas in Southern Africa, with views of the ocean, mountains and endless stretches of golden sand. Fresh seafood is the specialty at Amelia's at the Plettenberg, where guests can savour top-notch cuisine.
Perfect For
Adventure
Beach / Coastal
Birding
Cycling
Fishing
Flora
Golf
Gourmet
Hiking
Leisure
Nature
Relaxation
Shopping
Sports
Star Gazing
Watersports
Wildlife
Wine
Accept Credit Cards
Activity Desk
Air conditioner
Bar
Conference Centre
Internet Access (Complimentary)
Internet Access
Library
Malaria Free
Mobile Connectivity
Pool
Restaurant
Secure Parking
Spa
Vegetarian
24-hour Security
Airport Shuttle (Available)
Credit Card Facilities
Foreign Exchange
Laundry Service (Available)
Room Service
Travel Desk
On Site
Cycling
Elephant Interaction
Fine Dining
Fishing
Kayaking
Massages
Whale Watching
Wildlife Tours
Off Site
Adrenaline Activities
Animal Encounters
Beach
Big 5
Bird Watching
Boat Cruises
Boating
Bowls
Canoeing
Child Friendly Activities
Cooking Courses
Cycling
Deep Sea Fishing
Elephant-back Safaris
Fishing
Game Drives
Game Viewing
General Sightseeing
Golf
Health and Fitness Centre
Hiking
Horse Riding
Kayaking / Paddling
Mountain Biking
Paragliding
Quad Biking
River Cruises
Scuba Diving
Sea Kayaking
Sky Diving
Surfing
Tennis Court
Windsurfing
Wine Tasting
The Plettenberg
Accommodation Options
Double Room
An elegant choice at The Plettenberg, the Double Rooms are individually decorated and offer a spacious bedroom with en-suite bathroom.
Air-conditioning throughout the rooms ensure ultimate comfort for guests. Maximum two people per room. Each Double Room ranges in size between 30-45m2.
Luxury Double Rooms
Each with their own sitting area, bedroom with en-suite bathroom, as well as air-conditioning throughout, the Luxury Double Rooms are individually decorated to reflect the marine environment surrounding the hotel.
Views over the immaculate gardens at The Plettenberg vary between each luxury double room. Maximum two people per room. Amenities in the Luxury Double Rooms, which range in size from 35-70m2.
Luxury Double Sea View
Overlooking the gorgeous Plettenberg Bay and surrounding ocean, the six Luxury Double Rooms with Sea View each offer a view of the area.
Each room is as unique as its view, with a sophisticated individual decor scheme and offering the ultimate in comfort with a sitting area, walk-in showers, and air-conditioning throughout.
Guests can enjoy the gorgeous hues of sunset here from their rooms, and get a closer view when pods of whales or dolphins move in towards the bay.
The Luxury Double Rooms with Sea View range in size from 38-54m2. Maximum two people per room.
Suite
With tasteful decor inspired by the surrounding views of Plettenberg Bay, the five Suites each offer an individual palette for guests to enjoy.
A separate lounge area, bedroom with en-suite bathroom, and air-conditioning throughout offer luxury and comfort for guests, allowing them to relax and enjoy the hotel and service.
Suites range in size between 48-70m2. Maximum two people per room.
Premier Suite
With seven individually decorated Premier Suites from which to choose at The Plettenberg, guests are sure to enjoy all the variations of these rooms. Each Premier Suite offers a view over the surrounding area which can be enjoyed through French doors.
Each spacious Premier Suite offers separate lounge, satellite TV, and bedroom with en-suite bathroom. There is air-conditioning throughout.
Premier Suites range in size between 50-78m2. Maximum two people per room.
The Beach House
With a spacious deck overlooking both the beach and surrounding mountains of Plettenberg Bay, The Beach House is ideal for enjoying the views in an exclusive space with five-star service.
Guests of The Beach House will have easy access to The Plettenberg’s hotel facilities in the adjacent buildings, while still relishing the privacy this accommodation option offers.
Two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms lead off a large sitting room with fireplace, a dining room and a small service kitchen. Included are a private swimming pool, flat-screen televisions and DVD players, satellite TV channels, and Wi-Fi.
The Beach House offers 150m2 of space. Rates at The Beach House start at R 16 765.00 per unit.
The Lookout Villa
Overlooking the scenic Plettenberg Bay, guests of The Lookout Villa can expect to be spoilt in one of the most exclusive addresses in the area. Pods of whales and dolphins, darting seagulls and ocean views can all be enjoyed from this special accommodation option at The Plettenberg.
This 190m2, three-bedroom villa is an ideal option for families, with its open-plan lounge and dining area. A well-stocked galley kitchen, private swimming pool and garden, as well as flat-screen televisions and DVD players, satellite TV channels and Wi-Fi throughout, are all standard here. All of the bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms.
Maximum two people per room. Rates for The Lookout Villa start at R 20 350.00 per unit.
Dining & Cuisine
Amelia's at The Plettenberg
At The Plettenberg, indulge in a stay that embodies the essence of charming coastal living. Nestled by the sea, we offer the perfect blend of breathtaking views and culinary creativity, whether you choose to dine indoors or al fresco on our patio. Begin your meal with the rich flavors of bouillabaisse, brimming with the freshest local seafood, or the delicate steamed black mussels infused with ginger, lemongrass, and coconut cream. Main courses vary from fragrant butter chicken curry, succulent free-range beef fillet with béarnaise sauce to the grilled catch of the bay with lemon-butter sauce. Vegetarians can indulge in handmade linguine with creamy mushrooms and garden peas or the comforting potato gnocchi with spiced butternut purée. Flavours of the ocean, beauty of the bay.
Opening Times
Breakfast: 07h00 to 10h30
Afternoon Tea Menu: 12h00 to 17h00
Lunch / Dinner: 12h00 to 21h30
The Sandbar
Leading off The Sun Lounge of The Plettenberg, The Sandbar is an exquisite, contemporary cocktail bar and lounge frequented by local patrons, as well as South Africans who choose to holiday in Plettenberg Bay.
The glass, white leather, marble and natural oak finishes blend to form a striking design, highlighted by clever lighting. The large photographic panels on the walls offer an outdoor perspective of the Plettenberg Bay area.
Throughout the day, The Sandbar is the perfect meeting spot for drinks and tea, and in the evenings it is ideal for enjoying award-winning South African wines, a variety of champagnes and an array of carefully crafted signature cocktails.
Opening Times
Daily from 11h00 to 23h30
Tea Time
Our renowned Afternoon Tea is served with the finest selection of teas or coffee, as well as MCC or Champagne on request.
Whether you are celebrating an engagement or baby shower, birthday or bar mitzvah, or a corporate function, we can tailor the event to your needs, and offer the perfect venue for your do – be it at the Blue Wing with 180 degrees sea view, our restaurant terrace, or the intimate Summer Lounge.
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
Standard Room Amenities
Air Conditioning
Bath Towels
Bath
Bed Linen
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Dressing Gowns
Fridge
Heated Towel Rails
Heater
Internet Access (Complimentary)
Laundry Service (Available)
Lounge Area
Mini Bar (Complimentary)
Mini Bar (Paid/Free)
Pure Cotton Linen
Safe
Shower
Tea / Coffee
Telephone
Television
Verandah
Wardrobe
At a Glance
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Rating:
★★★★★
- Rooms: 37
- Check In: 15:00
- Check Out: 10:00
- Languages: Afrikaans, English
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