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The Plettenberg
The Plettenberg
The Plettenberg

The Plettenberg: Information from the owner

General information

Type
Hotel
No. of rooms
37
Check-in time
14:00
Check-out time
11:00

About this information

All the information on this page is supplied to us directly from the lodge owner and reflects their view, not ours.

For Expert Africa's view, see our own full report on The Plettenberg, which contains our own observations and views.


Last updated by Owner
31 Mar 2025
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Facilities at The Plettenberg

Property facilities
Activity Desk, Bar, Conference Centre, Internet Access (Complimentary), Library, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa, Vegetarian
Room facilities
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, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Verandah
Activities on site
Cycling, Fine Dining, Gourmet Picnic, High Tea, Massages, Whale Watching
Nearby activities
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
Languages
Afrikaans, English

Room types at The Plettenberg

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.

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