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Barrington's Small Hotel

Plettenberg Bay

10 Rooms

From $50 per person/night

The Barrington’s Small Hotel is an intimate 10 bedroom hotel situated directly above the Barrington’s Brewery and a few short strides from the impressive Barrington’s Restaurant and Bar. Expect personalised service and attention to detail which will ensure a stay that is as unique and memorable as the location itself. Barrington’s Small Hotel has four beautifully appointed Deluxe Rooms. Spacious and light, the Deluxe Rooms include private balconies with daybeds overlooking the beautiful Barrington’s kitchen garden or riverbank. Six white on white, light filled compact Standard Rooms overlook the valley behind Barrington’s. The rooms feature pristine linens and locally produced organic amenities ensuring an indulgent stay. Barrington’s is situated in the serenely beautiful Piesang River Valley, a mere 5 minutes away from the golden sands of at least one of Plettenberg Bay’s 6 premier Blue Flag Beaches. The world championship Plett Country Club Golf Course is a short 1.8km drive further up the valley. Quite the “perfect place” to stay & play.

BLOU in Keurbooms

Plettenberg Bay

8 Rooms

From $210 per person/night

For decades the owners of Babylonstoren and The Newt in Somerset have been holidaying at Keurboomstrand on the Western Cape coastline. One of the most charming little beaches in the world, famed for its rugged coastline and unspoilt beaches. Over recent years, we’ve restored or upgraded a few beach cottages on a sea-facing strip of land.

BLOU has only eight self-catering cottages. They are dotted around a central courtyard with a swimming pool, sauna and steam room. It’s the epitome of barefoot luxury on the edge of the Indian Ocean.

Plett Quarter Hotel and Apartments - Lion Roars

Plettenberg Bay

From $160 per person/night

Plett Quarter’s central location allows guests easy access to all the main attractions that this charming town has to offer. Stroll out of our front door to the many cafes, restaurants and shops that surround the hotel. If you feel like walking off your breakfast and enjoying a beach stroll, Plett’s popular swimming beach, Central Beach, is only a one kilometre walk away - but be warned, it is down a very steep hill!

Nestled inside is a gorgeous restaurant open to the public that embraces street facing café culture, with brilliant coffee and smoothies, fresh breakfasts, seasonal lunches, popular dinners and an extensive beverage list. However, the hotels’ most popular destination remains exclusive for guests. The expansive rooftop deck and pool bar on the top floor enjoys panoramic views of the Indian Ocean stretching out over Formosa (‘beautiful’) Bay, where whales are often spotted and watersports abound.

Family friendly, the hotel & apartments welcomes children of all ages.

Walkers Beach

Plettenberg Bay

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From $230 per person/night

Walkers Beach offers an unrivalled experience in the heart of Plettenberg Bay, South Africa. With its luxurious accommodations, stunning uninterrupted beach and sea views, and close proximity to world-renowned attractions, it is the perfect destination for those seeking a unique and unforgettable getaway.

Walkers Beach offers unparalleled vistas of the beach and the sparkling sea. Guests can indulge in the beauty of the natural surroundings from the comfort of the suites and common areas. Step into one of the meticulously designed and furnished suites to be whisked away to an oasis of luxury and comfort. Choose the signature suite for the ultimate retreat, where attention to detail is second to none.

Hartford House

KwaZulu Natal Battlefields

From $160 per person/night

Peering through one teakwood door at Hartford House, you face the splendour of the 1800s. Opening another, the distant sounds of an ancient people at work lilt across the silent landscape, a country of great space, spectacular mountains and big skies. This place commands a headland between the world of traditional cultures and the gracious style of a bygone era. Hartford is the resolution of all South African safaris, the journey's exclamation point. A retreat from the hubbub where you make sense of a fast life and its senseless details, and where we learn to redress ourselves on a first name basis. There are too many luxury hotels in the world offering the same: a chocolate on the pillow, canned romance, and cuisine called "haut" because it's spelled in French.

Umzinyathi Farmhouse

KwaZulu Natal Battlefields

3 Rooms

From $70 per person/night

This farmhouse is a charming stone and corrugated iron roof building built in the 1920’s. It was the home of George Buntting, who was an expert on the Anglo Zulu War. The farmhouse is at the top of the reserve and has a wonderful view of Isandlwana. After major renovations, it now has 3 ensuite bedrooms, sitting room with a fire place, dining room, kitchen and large veranda.

Zulu Rock Lodge

KwaZulu Natal Battlefields

7 Rooms

From $290 per person/night

Designed for those desiring an intimate and serene retreat, Zulu Rock Lodge can accommodate a maximum of 16 guests, ensuring a personalized and exclusive experience. With no fences to hinder the connection with nature, guests at Zulu Rock Lodge are invited to fully immerse themselves in the stunning natural surroundings, embracing a true sense of oneness.