--- title: "The Plettenberg Hotel, Plettenberg Bay | StayVersus" description: "The Plettenberg Hotel in Plettenberg Bay: rated 9.6 by guests, 5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/the-plettenberg-hotel-plettenberg-bay/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-15 --- Hotel · ★★★★★ # The Plettenberg Hotel Piesangvallei, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa 9.6 · Exceptional 111 reviews · #1 #1 of 25 in Plettenberg Bay · 7.5 Location score ## About The Plettenberg Hotel The Plettenberg Hotel is a hotel in Piesangvallei, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa. It holds a 5-star rating. Guests rate it 9.6 out of 10 across 111 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, spa, bar, free parking, 24-hour room service. It is 790 m from the centre of Plettenberg Bay. The nearest beach is 150 m away. The nearest airport, George Airport (GRJ), is 92 km away. - **Type:** Hotel - **Star rating:** ★★★★★ - **Check-in from:** 15:00 - **Check-out until:** 10:00 - **Rooms:** 37 - **Floors:** 3 - **Opened:** 1987 - **Last renovated:** 2014 - **Smoking:** Smoke-free property - **Other stays within 500 m:** 4 40 Church Street ## How The Plettenberg Hotel scores Better rated than 95% of hotels in Plettenberg Bay - Guest rating **9.6** - Location **7.5** - Facilities **7.5** - Families **2.0** - Spa & wellness **8.0** - Beach access **9.8** Plettenberg Bay average ## Amenities Swimming poolSpaBarFree parking24-hour room service ### Pool & wellness - Swimming pool - Spa - Sauna - Steam room - Massage ### Food & drink - Breakfast - Bar - 24-hour room service ### Leisure - Terrace ### Internet - Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Free parking ### Services - Shuttle - Car hire - Concierge - Laundry - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Balcony - Minibar - In-room safe - Coffee or tea maker ### Policies - Smoke-free Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **7.5**/10 - **Walk grade:** **41**/100 Somewhat walkable - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **12** - **Sights within 1 km:** **1**
Nearest beachLookout Beach150 m2 min walk
Nearest airportGeorge Airport (GRJ)92 km208 min drive
Distance to the centrePlettenberg Bay790 m13 min walk
### Sights nearby - Giraffe Rescue and Research South Africa520 m - Knysna Elephant Park1.1 km ## The Plettenberg Hotel: in detail Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Prior to your check-in date, you can arrange airport transportation services, guaranteeing a seamless and efficient experience for both arrival and departure. Discovering Plettenberg Bay becomes even more accessible through the car hire and shuttle amenities provided at the hotel. The hotel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes provided by the front desk services. Securing passes to the city's top attractions is simple with the hotel's ticket service and tours. Repeatedly enjoy your best-loved attire with the aid of the laundry service available at The Plettenberg Hotel. During leisurely days and evenings, in-room amenities such as 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping enable you to maximize your stay in the room. The hotel is completely smoke-free. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For a more enjoyable stay, select rooms at hotel are equipped with linen service and air conditioning. At The Plettenberg Hotel, guests can choose from a variety of room configurations, some of which feature separate living room and balcony or terrace. For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like daily newspaper, television and cable TV as a part of their stay. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer, toiletries and bathrobes available in select guest restrooms. Each morning at The Plettenberg Hotel, a scrumptious, homemade breakfast kick-starts the day. During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at hotel to enhance your experience. Experience a fantastic evening effortlessly! Relish an entertaining night without venturing beyond the confines of the bar. Do you possess exceptional culinary skills? Prepare your meals personally within the hotel at its shared kitchen. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at The Plettenberg Hotel. During your stay, the hotel provides direct access to a beach, ensuring you remain near the sea throughout your visit. Treat and spoil yourself by stopping at massage, salon, steam room, spa and sauna for a memorable experience. Begin your holiday perfectly by taking a plunge into the swimming pool. Eliminate those holiday calories by stopping by hotel and making use of their well-equipped exercise amenities. ### Compare ## Compare The Plettenberg Hotel with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. 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The Plettenberg Hotel has a guest rating of 9.6 out of 10 from 111 reviews, which is better than 95% of rated hotels in Plettenberg Bay. ### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Plettenberg Hotel? Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 10:00. ### Does The Plettenberg Hotel include breakfast? Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book. ### Does The Plettenberg Hotel have a pool? Yes, The Plettenberg Hotel has a swimming pool. ### Is there parking at The Plettenberg Hotel? Yes, the listing mentions free parking. ### How far is The Plettenberg Hotel from the airport? The nearest airport, George Airport (GRJ), is 92 km away in a straight line. ### Is The Plettenberg Hotel close to the beach? The nearest beach is 150 m from the hotel. ### How many rooms does The Plettenberg Hotel have? The Plettenberg Hotel has 37 rooms on 3 floors. Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. 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