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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
$318 nightly
The price is $365 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$365 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
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! (162 reviews)
"Amazing location, decor and service. Highly recommend staying here."

Reviewed on Jun 3, 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
$181 nightly
The price is $209 total per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
$209 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
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
$100 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
$116 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (114 reviews)
"Faultless"

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2026

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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
$222 nightly
The price is $259 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$259 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
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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Villa Castollini

Villa Castollini

5 out of 5
Brenton-on-Sea Road, Brenton Knysna Western Cape
$77 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$89 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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, ...
10/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
"The views from the room are exceptional! Good food, helpful staff. Would definitely recommend it."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

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Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges

Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges

5 out of 5
89 Beachyhead Drive Plettenberg Bay Western Cape
$84 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
$96 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Total with taxes and fees
This guesthouse's 2 outdoor pools and a rooftop terrace are among the featured amenities. Relax with a drink at the bar/lounge and enjoy perks like free self ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (290 reviews)
"The guest house was lovely, really friendly staff and good location. However, overall I was quite disappointed, I had expected a proper hotel and a much more luxurious experience given we paid over $500 per night. I wonder and hope this was a holiday price and other guests aren’t charged as much"

Reviewed on Jan 11, 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
$172 nightly
The price is $198 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$198 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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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Beach Villa Wilderness

Beach Villa Wilderness

5 out of 5
3 Roland Krynauw Street Wilderness Western Cape
$131 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
$151 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
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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Turbine Hotel and Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa

5 out of 5
TH 36 Sawtooth Lane Knysna Western Cape
$132 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$153 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (183 reviews)
"Special place"

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

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Botlierskop Private Game Reserve

Botlierskop Private Game Reserve

5 out of 5
Little Brak River District Klein Brak River Western Cape
$886 nightly
The price is $1,024 total per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
$1,024 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 outdoor pools are all featured at this luxury lodge. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and free perks like buffet breakfast and ...
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Garden Route Resorts & 5 Star Hotels

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