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4- and 5-star hotels in Plettenberg Bay
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star hotels in Plettenberg Bay, from town-centre addresses on Main Street and Church Street to a country estate on the N2 and a private nature reserve. It is for travellers deciding where to base themselves on the Garden Route.
Staying in Plettenberg Bay
Plettenberg Bay began as a whaling station and is now a holiday town on the Garden Route, roughly 600 kilometres by road from Cape Town and about 210 kilometres from Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha). Its draw is the coast and the reserves behind it: the beaches at Robberg, Lookout and Keurbooms, the Robberg Nature Reserve, and boat-based whale watching and dolphin tours, with the Tsitsikamma forests further along the route. Four addresses are in the town itself, on Church Street and Main Street, between 0.3 and 0.7 km from the centre, and one is on Marine Drive at 1.2 km. The rest are spread out: Baron's View Estate at 2.1 km, Jument Street at 2.1 km, the Keurbooms-side nature reserve at 6.8 km, Airport Road at 6.7 km and the N2 at The Crags at 16.8 km.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
The Plettenberg Hotel
40 Church Street, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereA 5-star address on Church Street, 0.7 km from the centre of Plettenberg Bay, and it earns a 4.7 guest rating across 514 reviews. Fitness and wellness needs are covered by a fitness centre, while families are looked after with family rooms and a babysitting service. Couples and families who want a full-service town base will find it fits.
See The Plettenberg HotelKurland Hotel
N2 The Crags, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereOut on the N2 at The Crags, 16.8 km from the centre, Kurland Hotel is a 5-star country retreat rather than a town stop. A guest rating of 4.7 from 121 reviews suggests it delivers on that promise. The grounds give it its character: a garden, a terrace and an outdoor pool, plus a library and a fireplace indoors. Sport and leisure are built in, with a tennis court, horse riding, a spa and a restaurant on site. It suits travellers who want space and quiet away from Plettenberg Bay's busiest streets.
See Kurland HotelSky Villa Boutique Hotel
27 Baron's View Estate, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSky Villa Boutique Hotel is a 5-star property 2.1 km from the centre, set on Baron's View Estate, and 740 reviews give it a 4.5 guest rating. Rooms open onto balconies and patios, and the hotel has an outdoor pool and garden to use between outings, with a beach nearby. Guests can eat on site at the restaurant or take a drink at the bar, and a fitness centre and massage cover the rest. It works well for travellers who want a modern, well-equipped base with views and easy reach of town.
See Sky Villa Boutique HotelAlkantmooi Private Nature Reserve Keursee Units
Alkantmooi Private Nature Reserve, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereThese 4-star self-contained units sit in Alkantmooi Private Nature Reserve, 6.8 km from the centre, among lake, river and sea surroundings. A 4.8 guest rating from 175 reviews is the highest on this list. Each unit has a kitchen and kitchenette with oven and microwave, plus a balcony or patio, so guests can settle in and eat in. It suits families and longer stays that want privacy and space.
See Alkantmooi Private Nature Reserve Keursee UnitsT'Niqua Stable Inn
B15 Airport Road, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereT'Niqua Stable Inn is a 4-star stop on Airport Road, 6.7 km from the centre, and its 4.7 guest rating comes from 297 reviews. The name points to its draw: horse riding is on offer, along with a garden, an outdoor pool and a fireplace for cooler evenings. Units include kitchen and kitchenette facilities, and there is a lounge plus breakfast and lunch service. Pets are allowed and family rooms are available, which makes it a practical choice for guests travelling with children or animals.
See T'Niqua Stable InnBetty
30 Jument Street, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereBetty is a 4-star house on Jument Street, 2.1 km from the centre, rated 4.7 by 178 guests. It is arranged for self-catering and group stays: a kitchen and separate dining space, a washing machine and dishwasher, a swimming pool and a terrace, with the sea nearby. A garden and balcony extend the living space outdoors, and parking is free. Pets are welcome and family rooms are available. It best suits families or friends who want a whole house close to town and the beach.
See BettyMilkwood Manor on Sea
Salmack Road, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereMilkwood Manor on Sea is a 4-star guesthouse on Salmack Road, 0.7 km from the centre, with a 4.5 guest rating from 250 reviews. The name sets the tone: the beach is within easy reach of this address. Rooms are air conditioned and non-smoking, and there is a lounge and bar for downtime, plus a restaurant nearby and a concierge to help with plans. Free parking and wifi are included. Pets are permitted. It suits couples and short-stay guests who want a quiet, comfortable base near the coast.
See Milkwood Manor on SeaGrand Cafe And Rooms
27 Main Street, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereGrand Cafe And Rooms puts guests 0.4 km from the centre on Main Street, with a 4.4 guest rating from 183 reviews. An outdoor pool, garden and terrace give space to relax, and a spa and massage service are available. The beach is nearby and parking is free. Pets are allowed. It fits travellers who want to be in the middle of Plettenberg Bay's eating and social scene.
See Grand Cafe And RoomsThe Junction Boutique Hotel
17 Main St, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereAt 0.3 km from the centre on Main Street, The Junction Boutique Hotel is the closest address on this list, with a 4.4 guest rating from 105 reviews. Rooms are air conditioned and non-smoking, with minibar, safe and desk, opening onto balconies. Guests can eat at the restaurant and drink at the bar, and a shuttle service and free wifi help with getting around. The beach and golf course are nearby. It suits travellers who want a compact, central 4-star base within walking distance of town.
See The Junction Boutique HotelBayview Hotel
Corner Main & Gibb Street, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereBayview Hotel stands on the corner of Main and Gibb Street, 0.3 km from the centre, and 389 reviews give it a 4.2 guest rating. There is a lot under one roof: a bar, breakfast and dinner service, a games room and a beauty salon, plus babysitting and family rooms for guests with children. Kitchens and kitchenettes are available in some units. The beach is nearby, and bike and car rental services are offered at the hotel. It suits families and longer stays that want range and a central position.
See Bayview HotelWhalesong Hotel & Spa
Marine Drive, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereWhalesong Hotel & Spa is a 4-star property on Marine Drive, 1.2 km from the centre, with a 4.0 guest rating from 195 reviews. The spa is the centrepiece, complemented by an outdoor pool and garden with a picnic area. Guests can eat at the restaurant or bar and take breakfast in their room. Families are provided for with family rooms, cots and a babysitting service, and there is a games room and a shuttle service. The beach is nearby. It suits guests who want wellness facilities and family-friendly services just outside the town centre.
See Whalesong Hotel & Spa
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Plettenberg Hotel | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 514 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.7 km |
| Kurland Hotel | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 121 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 16.8 km |
| Sky Villa Boutique Hotel | ★★★★★ | 4.5 | 740 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 2.1 km |
| Alkantmooi Private Nature Reserve Keursee Units | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 175 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 6.8 km |
| T'Niqua Stable Inn | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 297 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 6.7 km |
| Betty | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 178 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 2.1 km |
| Milkwood Manor on Sea | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 250 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 0.7 km |
| Grand Cafe And Rooms | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 183 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.4 km |
| The Junction Boutique Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 105 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.3 km |
| Bayview Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.2 | 389 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.3 km |
| Whalesong Hotel & Spa | ★★★★ | 4.0 | 195 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 1.2 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
The Plettenberg Hotel is a 5-star address on Church Street, 0.7 km from the centre, and the only 5-star here; Betty and The Junction Boutique Hotel are 4-star and 2.1 km and 0.3 km out.
For families
T'Niqua Stable Inn also allows pets, and Whalesong has a spa on Marine Drive.
The Plettenberg Hotel · T'Niqua Stable Inn · Bayview Hotel · Whalesong Hotel & Spa
For spa and pool
Kurland Hotel has a spa, outdoor pool and tennis court on its N2 estate, Whalesong Hotel & Spa combines a spa with an outdoor pool on Marine Drive, and Grand Cafe And Rooms has both a spa and an outdoor pool, plus a library, on Main Street in the centre.
Kurland Hotel · Whalesong Hotel & Spa · Grand Cafe And Rooms
Closest to the centre
Five addresses are within 0.7 km: The Junction Boutique Hotel and Bayview Hotel at 0.3 km, Grand Cafe And Rooms at 0.4 km, and The Plettenberg Hotel and Milkwood Manor on Sea at 0.7 km. This group keeps restaurants and shops within easy reach on foot.
The Junction Boutique Hotel · Bayview Hotel · Grand Cafe And Rooms · The Plettenberg Hotel · Milkwood Manor on Sea
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Plettenberg Bay is reached by road via the N2 highway, which connects it to Cape Town, approximately 600 km to the west, and to Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) to the east. The town has a small airport with scheduled flights from Cape Town and Johannesburg, and buses and shuttle services operate along the Garden Route. Getting around is easiest by car, as many attractions are spread out; taxis and ride-hailing services are available but limited, and local tours and shuttles can be arranged for specific activities.
When to go
The climate is mild year-round, with warm summers from December to February and cooler, wetter winters from June to August. The peak tourist season falls in the summer school holidays, when beaches and accommodation are busiest; spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) offer pleasant weather and quieter visits. Whale watching runs from June to November, when southern right whales are often seen in the bay.
Questions, answered
Which hotels are closest to the centre of Plettenberg Bay?
The Junction Boutique Hotel and Bayview Hotel are both 0.3 km from the centre, Grand Cafe And Rooms is 0.4 km away, and The Plettenberg Hotel and Milkwood Manor on Sea are 0.7 km out. All five are on Main Street, Church Street or Salmack Road.
Which hotel has the highest guest rating?
Alkantmooi Private Nature Reserve Keursee Units has the highest rating, 4.8 out of 5 from 175 reviews. The Plettenberg Hotel and Kurland Hotel follow at 4.7, from 514 and 121 reviews respectively.
Which hotels have a spa?
Kurland Hotel is on the N2 at The Crags and Whalesong is on Marine Drive.
Which hotels have a pool?
Kurland Hotel, Sky Villa Boutique Hotel, Alkantmooi Private Nature Reserve Keursee Units, T'Niqua Stable Inn, Betty, Grand Cafe And Rooms and Whalesong Hotel & Spa all list a pool. Alkantmooi specifies a salt water pool, and Betty and Grand Cafe And Rooms list a swimming pool.
Do any hotels accept pets?
T'Niqua Stable Inn, Betty, Milkwood Manor on Sea and Grand Cafe And Rooms all list pets allowed among their facilities. T'Niqua Stable Inn and Betty are both 4-star and are 6.7 km and 2.1 km from the centre respectively.
Is parking available at these hotels?
Free car parking is listed at The Plettenberg Hotel, Kurland Hotel, Sky Villa Boutique Hotel, Alkantmooi Private Nature Reserve Keursee Units, T'Niqua Stable Inn, Betty, Grand Cafe And Rooms, Bayview Hotel and Whalesong Hotel & Spa. The Junction Boutique Hotel lists parking, and Milkwood Manor on Sea lists car parking.
Which hotels are best for families?
Bayview Hotel, Whalesong and T'Niqua Stable Inn are 4-star, while The Plettenberg Hotel is the only 5-star.
Which hotels are furthest from the centre?
Kurland Hotel is 16.8 km from the centre on the N2 at The Crags, followed by Alkantmooi Private Nature Reserve Keursee Units at 6.8 km and T'Niqua Stable Inn at 6.7 km.