There are few better places than The Plettenberg for appreciating the dramatic beauty of the South African coastline. This upscale Relais & Châteaux hotel is perched on a rocky headland above Plettenberg Bay and as much of it as possible overlooks the golden sands and sweeping bay far below. Don’t be surprised if you see pods of dolphins and if you’re lucky enough to be there between June and September there’s a good chance you’ll also spot some Southern Right whales who come to the bay to breed and raise their calves.

It’s little wonder therefore that this location is much prized and indeed The Plettenberg began life as a private home owned by the Thesen family of Knysna. Yet hotelier Liz McGrath spotted its potential as an exclusive retreat for the international traveller and transformed it into a hotel in 1988 by adding another wing to the original mansion. The
38 luxury rooms and suites are split between both sections, the premier accommodation boasting step-out balconies and sea views; kitchens and private pools additional comforts in the two or three-bedroom villas.

And whilst you certainly won’t be hotel-bound here, there’s two swimming pools artfully designed to ‘flow’ into the ocean below, as well as a recently updated spa with dual treatment rooms. Highlights of your stay will definitely be the contemporary South African cuisine of the panoramic restaurant, its glamourous bar always the place to be seen
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ACCOMMODATION: 38 ROOMS & SUITES.
ALSO 2 & 3-BEDROOM VILLAS.
ACCESS: 90 MINUTES FROM GEORGE AIRPORT.
CHILDREN: OVER 12s WELCOME YEAR-ROUND.
2 NIGHTS: FROM £120 P.P. IN THE LOW-SEASON.
(FLIGHTS AND TRANSFERS EXTRA).
MEAL PLAN: BREAKFAST INCLUDED.