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Top Garden Route 5 Star hotels

The Plettenberg Hotel

The Plettenberg Hotel

5 out of 5
40 Church Street Plettenberg Bay Western Cape
$321 nightly
The price is $370 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$370 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
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 ...
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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
$182 nightly
The price is $210 total per night from Jun 4 to Jun 5
$210 total
Jun 4 - Jun 5
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (187 reviews)
"We were in a small room but had a lovely large patio with seating. Everything was modern, clean and well maintained. The staff were extremely friendly and welcoming. The food in the restaurant was also excellent. It was a top notch stay!"

Reviewed on May 16, 2026

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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
$77 nightly
The price is $90 total per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
$90 total
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. ...
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Villa Castollini

Villa Castollini

5 out of 5
Brenton-on-Sea Road, Brenton Knysna Western Cape
$59 nightly
The price is $68 total per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
$68 total
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Total with taxes and fees
This guesthouse features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas, laundry service, ...
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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
$166 nightly
The price is $191 total per night from Jun 4 to Jun 5
$191 total
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Total with taxes and fees
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! (188 reviews)
"This is a beautiful, clean and comfortable hotel. Staff is super helpful- a true 5 star hotel!"

Reviewed on May 4, 2026

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Villa Afrikana Guest Suites

Villa Afrikana Guest Suites

5 out of 5
13 Watsonia Drive Paradise Knysna Western Cape
This guesthouse features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Enjoy the a rooftop terrace and free perks like cooked-to-order breakfast and free ...
10/10 Exceptional! (110 reviews)
"Just such a wonderful place. Nothing is too much trouble for them. It really is Paradise 10 stars all the way."

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

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Fancourt

Fancourt

5 out of 5
Montagu Street George Western Cape
$281 nightly
The price is $323 total per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
$323 total
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Total with taxes and fees
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! (83 reviews)
"Beautiful property"

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

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Beach Villa Wilderness

Beach Villa Wilderness

5 out of 5
3 Roland Krynauw Street Wilderness Western Cape
$134 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Jun 26 to Jun 27
$154 total
Jun 26 - Jun 27
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! (147 reviews)
"Amazing location , beautifully appointed rooms and wonderful staff. This place has genuine wow factor !"

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026

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Crags Country Lodge

Crags Country Lodge

5 out of 5
N2 The Crags The Crags Western Cape
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. There's no skimping on freebies - guests receive free cooked-to-order breakfast, free WiFi, ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"What a great Hotel in a fantastic location. Very friendly welcome, room was outstanding."

Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

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Gondwana Game Reserve

Gondwana Game Reserve

5 out of 5
Heuningkip Farm, R327 Mossel Bay Western Cape
$904 nightly
The price is $1,040 total per night from Jun 23 to Jun 24
$1,040 total
Jun 23 - Jun 24
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! (179 reviews)
"The best holiday we have ever had. The safari ranger/guide (called Abiri) was perfect and made the whole experience magical for the whole family. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on May 29, 2026

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Garden Route Resorts & 5 Star Hotels

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