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Grootbos Nature Reserve

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A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and cushions, overlooking a scenic landscape.
A bedroom with a large bed, sheer curtains, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern interior with a wooden staircase, large windows, and a view of the sunset.
A modern house with a swimming pool, stone facade, and large windows.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with a view of the sea and mountains, and hanging pendant lights.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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148 Route 43, Gansbaai, Western Cape, 7220
  • Place, Grootbos Nature Reserve
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, De Kelders Strand
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Danger Point Lighthouse
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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A deck with outdoor furniture, including sofas and chairs, and a table with fruit.

Luxury Suite, 2 bedrooms, Garden Lodge

  • 969 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

Luxury Suite, 1 bedroom, Forest Lodge

  • Sea view
  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A deck with outdoor furniture, including sofas and chairs, and a table with fruit.

Luxury Suite, 1 bedroom, Garden Lodge

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Gansbaai

Gansbaai retreat .A stay at this lodge places you within half a mile (1 km) of Grootbos Nature Reserve and 6 miles (10 km) of De Kelders Strand. Klipgat Caves and Danger Point Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Grootbos Nature Reserve - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • De Kelders Strand - 12 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Danger Point Lighthouse - 16 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Gansbaai Harbor - 17 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Klipgat Caves - 18 min drive - 5.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sea View Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Garden Lodge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪De Seemans Taphuis - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪CoffeE on the rocks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gansbaai Coffee Company - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Grootbos Nature Reserve

Family-friendly upscale lodge with 2 outdoor pools
Grootbos Nature Reserve offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Grootbos Nature Reserve. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Gansbaai lodge is smoke free.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Grootbos Nature Reserve offers 27 accommodations with fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Satellite television is provided. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and free minibar items. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include body treatments and manicures and pedicures.

Awards and affiliations

Grootbos Nature Reserve is listed in the 2022 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List of the world's best places to stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Playground

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Individual decor
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Grootbos Nature Reserve

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: ZAR 300 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 17 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 3500 per vehicle (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property class

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Grootbos Nature Reserve Lodge Gansbaai
Grootbos Nature Reserve Lodge
Grootbos Nature Reserve Gansbaai
Grootbos Nature Reserve
Grootbos Nature Reserve Lodge
Grootbos Nature Reserve Gansbaai
Grootbos Nature Reserve Lodge Gansbaai

Frequently asked questions

How close is Grootbos Nature Reserve to the airport?

Grootbos Nature Reserve is 88.2 mi (120-min drive) away from the Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Grootbos Nature Reserve?

As of Aug 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grootbos Nature Reserve on Aug 28, 2026 start from $1,916, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Grootbos Nature Reserve have an airport shuttle?

Grootbos Nature Reserve offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of ZAR 3500 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Grootbos Nature Reserve to the beach?

This lodge is 4.4 mi (11-min drive) from De Kelders Strand.

Does Grootbos Nature Reserve offer free breakfast?

Grootbos Nature Reserve offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Grootbos Nature Reserve?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Grootbos Nature Reserve?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at Grootbos Nature Reserve?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Grootbos Nature Reserve have a pool?

Grootbos Nature Reserve features 2 outdoor pools.

Does Grootbos Nature Reserve have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Grootbos Nature Reserve have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages, body treatments, and mani/pedis.

How close is Grootbos Nature Reserve to downtown Gansbaai?

Grootbos Nature Reserve is 4.1 mi away from Gansbaai.

Grootbos Nature Reserve Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Magic!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Katiuscia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just amazing

We stayed 3 nights in the Grootbos and spent an unforgettable time there. Everything was perfect. The staff was so friendly and helpful. The walks and the safari drive with the guide Tiaan were fantastic. Our cottage ( Nr.24 ) was great. The food was delicious. We hope really to come back soon. A big thank to the whole Grootbos Team for the wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
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6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Nettes Hotel in schöner Lage

Der letzte Preis den das Hotel gewonnen hat war 2009. Aus unserer Sicht liegt hier ein Sanierungsstau vor und man hält sich für mehr als man ist.
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10/10 Excellent

Peps

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful.

It was wonderful. From beginning to end the service was impeccable. The accommodation is lovely. The surroundings and settings are amazing.
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fynbos Heaven

A wonderful place to relax and enjoy the fynbos. Terrific food and service.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Couldn't have been better

A great place in the middle of a nature reserve. Excellent service, great activities and delicious food made this a very enjoyable stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Lutz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un concept de tourisme à soutenir.

Merveilleuse localité. Excellente cuisine matin, midi, soir!
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8/10 Good

mf23

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great view and great staff

from our warm welcome by Jo- Ann we new this place was special. Make sure not to miss the 4x4 tour. The two guides are very friendly and knowledgeable. we had a great time ans the view is to die for.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Natur ohne Tiere, sehr bemüht

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort