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Lairds Lodge

4.0 star property
4-star Colonial country house with free breakfast

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Luxury Double Room | Living room | TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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20km from Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, 6600
  • Place, Harkerville Saturday Village Market
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Knysna Elephant Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Plettenberg Bay Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, free wired internet

Deluxe Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 75 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Luxury Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, free wired internet

Luxury Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, free wired internet

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Plettenberg Bay

Plettenberg Bay retreat .Stay at this Plettenberg Bay country house and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 2 miles (3 km) of Harkerville Saturday Village Market. Knysna Ziplines and Garden Route National Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Harkerville Saturday Village Market - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Knysna Elephant Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Plettenberg Bay Beach - 13 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Robberg Nature Reserve - 18 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Knysna Waterfront - 23 min drive - 16.7 miles

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gelateria Lateria / Ice Dream Land - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Harkerville Market - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Barrington’s - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Heath Cafe & Deli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Lairds Lodge

4-star Colonial country house with free breakfast
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business center. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Lairds Lodge. An airport shuttle (available on request) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This Colonial Plettenberg Bay country house is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1995
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Lairds Lodge offers 17 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Plettenberg Bay country house provides complimentary wired Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
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Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, American Express, Diners Club, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Lairds Lodge
Lairds Lodge Plettenberg Bay
Lairds Plettenberg Bay
Lairds Lodge Country Estate South Africa/Harkerville
Lairds Lodge Country House
Lairds Lodge Plettenberg Bay
Lairds Lodge Country House Plettenberg Bay

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lairds Lodge to the airport?

Lairds Lodge is 8.4 mi (16-min drive) away from the Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lairds Lodge?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lairds Lodge on Jun 4, 2026 start from $307, 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 Lairds Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Lairds Lodge offers an airport shuttle during limited hours, on request, for a charge.

How close is Lairds Lodge to the beach?

This country house is 7.4 mi (15-min drive) from Plettenberg Bay Beach and 13.9 mi (24-min drive) from Arch Rock Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lairds Lodge offer free breakfast?

Yes, Lairds Lodge offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lairds Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this country house.

What time is check-in at Lairds Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

Is there free parking at Lairds Lodge?

This country house offers free self parking.

Does Lairds Lodge have a pool?

Lairds Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Lairds Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Lairds Lodge have a spa?

This country house doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Lairds Lodge to downtown Plettenberg Bay?

Lairds Lodge is 6.5 mi away from Plettenberg Bay.

Lairds Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annelize

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful garden Beautiful room Staff amazing, decor stunning, check out the bar area 🍸
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lairds Lodge was an amazing find. We loved it from the moment we arrived. Number one were the Staff they were more than fantastic! Attentive, helpful, smiley and fun. The Lodge is beautifully appointed, we loved the decor and the little touches. The meals were fabulous, well prepared and fresh. Delicious! The rooms were large comfortable and clean with a great outlook and a small patio to enjoy. The gardens were so well stocked and looked after, the whole gave a beautiful relaxing feel.. Thank you to Lesley and her team she was charming and very knowledgeable of the area. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend.
Private dining
View from room
Main swimming pool
Garden
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The friendliest staff, most beautiful hotel and delicious food..everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Average but friendly

Hello, it seems like Covid has taken its toll on Lairds Lodge. It seemed like it was in need of an upgrade. The
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were exceptional, rooms are absolutely stunning and the food was amazing! Wish we were staying here longer as this has been our favourite place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff make this place special. When you arrive and are greeted personally by each of the staff, you realise that this is going to be special. Lesley, Bani and the rest of the team make you feel very special during your stay and provide much help and advice about things to do, places to visit etc. The breakfasts were the best we’d had during the whole of our holiday and the dinners were equally as good. Fabulous place, love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramin

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

Unique experience

Really amazing Lodge, a unique experience with superb food , exceptional actually
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely charming lodge. Nice room, good breakfast. Disastrous unpaved access road (deep holes) which could easily be rectified. Recommend visiting nearby elephant reserve.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rahshel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful hotel with very friendly staff. The breakfast was amazing and very luxurious. the only downside was it was a few minutes outside of town about halfway between Plettenberg and Knysna.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Accommodation

Our family stayed at Lairds Lodge so we booked 2 rooms and accommodations were beautiful. The staff could not have been nicer and the breakfast was a culinary delight!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan Pablo

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

hotel precioso solo que lejos de la ciudad.

hotel precioso solo que lejos de la ciudad.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

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

Beautiful lodge, lovely staff, delicious meals!

Laird's Lodge provided a wonderful retreat away from the more touristy section of Plettenberg Bay. The grounds were beautiful and the staff was lovely. They went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable. The food was delicious -- you will not leave hungry. The breakfasts were gorgeous and not to be missed!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

neal

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

Fantastic service and food

Stayed for 3 nights. Wonderful hotel with really excellent service. We ate here twice and the food was very good. Breakfast was a real treat every morning. Location is very good for both Kynsa and Plettenberg bay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

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

Laird's Lodge

An excellent establishment. Rooms very well appointed and staff were most helpful and friendly. The one meal we had was superb and there are plenty of wines on offer from South Africa. I would definitely return.
Verified

6/10 Okay

macs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

First class staff & service. Nice food.

Room allocated dark, cold & seemed damp. Bathroom/toilet facilities very basic and poor quality. No heating provided. Imaginative food but limited choice. Accommodation over-priced.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

EIMEAR

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

Spectacular!!!

Spectacular stay from start to finish. Tea and biscuits on arrival then a bottle of champagne and chocolates in our room. The interior design is wonderful and each room more interesting than the next. The food was out of this world dinner and breakfast were both perfect. A really brilliant place to stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful Retreat

We stayed for three nights and loved it. Great food, wine, staff, location and surrounding areas.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

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

Piece of heaven

Absolutely beautiful place to stay! Staff couldn't have been nicer and food and friendliness at meals made it like a big house party!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Excellent guesthouse

Great guesthouse in a peaceful setting outside Plettenberg Bay. The staff were great and the food was excellent. They have a lovely pool area also.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Markus

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

WOW

Tolles Ambiente,sehr gemütlich. Perfektes Essen,hervorragendes Frühstück. Netter Service aber etwas aufdringlich. Beim Dinner wurden wir gefühlte 15x gefragt ob alles schmeckt. Auch bei einmaligem fragen hätte Ers ein Trinkgeld gegeben. Nichtsdestotrotz.Empfehlenswert auch in der kleinsten Zimmerkategorie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Wonderful service and superb food

Extremely friendly with great staff. Cuisine absolutely the best.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rema

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

Beautiful, luxurious country house

This is the second time that we have chosen to stay at Lairds Lodge. If anything the second visit was even better than the first. The hospitality of the staff and their willingness to make your stay a complete delight is outstanding. The accommodation is so comfortable, with room 11 providing an enormous amount of space for us. The lodge is close to many attractions and areas of interest and finally the food is amazing. Not any choice as the meal is determined beforehand, but you can choose the number of courses and each is a culinary feast.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

A good recommendation

Treated ourselves with a stay here for our 49th wedding anniversary and were not disappointed. The establishment decor is very interesting, the room was large and well furnished, complete with large candle in the bathroom, although this may have more to do with the recurring power cuts in SA, which were handled well. We also ate dinner there which was very elaborate. An alternative fish dish was provided for my non-meat-eating husband but this was not as good as the set meal. Service was excellent. We usually prefer to stay nearer to towns but with dinner available this wasn't a problem. Weren't able to enjoy the lovely pool area as the weather was stormy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful lodge with amazing food

Enjoyed every second.. Staff are amazing as is the comfort of the lodge. Nice quiet and relaxed. Food is amazing.
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

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

Outstanding

Could not have been better, we arrived late (on dark ) and had only booked half an hour earlier, our reservation had not come through, but this did not matter, we were tired from the day touring and was greeted with a much appreciated glass of Champagne . They took our diner order and we were ushered to a huge and tastefully decorated room, from that moment on our needs were met, from luggage being brought to our room and early morning coffee in the drawing room with TV as we were still suffering from jet lag (Australia )