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Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

5 out of 5
27 Baron's View Estate Plettenberg Bay Western Cape
$160 nightly
The price is $186 total per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
$186 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this luxury hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
We had an exceptional stay at Sky Villa Boutique Hotel. We absolutely loved our room, which was beautifully designed and incredibly comfortable. We chose to eat in the restaurant and the food was truly delicious, complemented by a well selected and reasonably priced wine list. Everything from the ...

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

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Fancourt

Fancourt

5 out of 5
Montagu Street George Western Cape
This luxury hotel features a golf course, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. There's fun for all ages with a free kid's club and a children's pool, and families ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)
Fantastic hotel and golf destination. Fabulous facilities, immaculately presented, with well trained friendly staff always on hand.

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

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The Plettenberg Hotel

The Plettenberg Hotel

5 out of 5
40 Church Street Plettenberg Bay Western Cape
$453 nightly
The price is $521 total per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
$521 total
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Total with taxes and fees
This luxury hotel features a full-service spa, 2 outdoor pools, and a restaurant. Enjoy a day at the beach surfing, or relax with beach umbrellas. Enjoy the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (156 reviews)
Faultless stay - amazing service from all the staff

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

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St James of Knysna

St James of Knysna

5 out of 5
The Point, Eastford Knysna Western Cape
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
This country house's 2 outdoor pools and gym are among the featured amenities. Relax with a drink at the bar/lounge and enjoy free perks like buffet breakfast ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (186 reviews)
Our room (apartment)was fabulous.

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

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The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel

The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel

5 out of 5
23 Morning Glory Ln George Western Cape
$175 nightly
The price is $203 total per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
$203 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, free WiFi in public ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
Excellent art deco themed hotel , surrounded by lovely gardens, Restaurant is excellent, breakfast extensive and of a high standard. Brilliant staff.

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

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Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5
South Street, Wilderness Wilderness Western Cape
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$303 nightly
The price is $351 total per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
$351 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this luxury hotel. Enjoy the indoor pool and free perks like English breakfast and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (183 reviews)
Clean room, staff, fantastic loc

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

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Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

5 out of 5
No. 1 Old Cape Road Knysna Western Cape
$269 nightly
The price is $312 total per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
$312 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Total with taxes and fees
This luxury hotel features a golf course, a full-service spa, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free ...
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Gondwana Game Reserve

Gondwana Game Reserve

5 out of 5
Heuningkip Farm, R327 Mossel Bay Western Cape
$1,210 nightly
The price is $1,393 total per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
$1,393 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and 2 outdoor pools are all featured at this luxury hotel. Families will appreciate the free kid's club, kid-friendly dining, ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (175 reviews)
Gondwana offers a fantastic experience for anyone looking for a short Safari within the confines of a private game concession. There is a diverse array of animals to view in amongst beautiful scenery despite being close to Mossel Bay. Our accommodation went way beyond our expectations - a huge 3 ...

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025

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Beach Villa Wilderness

Beach Villa Wilderness

5 out of 5
3 Roland Krynauw Street Wilderness Western Cape
$267 nightly
The price is $308 total per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
$308 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
This bed & breakfast features an outdoor pool and a bar/lounge. There's no skimping on freebies - guests receive free buffet breakfast, free WiFi, and free self ...
10/10 Exceptional! (143 reviews)
Beautiful property, very welcoming hosts

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

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Turbine Hotel and Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa

5 out of 5
TH 36 Sawtooth Lane Knysna Western Cape
$232 nightly
The price is $267 total per night from Feb 19 to Feb 20
$267 total
Feb 19 - Feb 20
Total with taxes and fees
This luxury hotel features a full-service spa, a marina, and 3 restaurants. Families will appreciate the playground, onsite laundry facilities, and babysitting. ...
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Garden Route Resorts & 5 Star Hotels

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