Tsala Treetop Lodge

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.8

Exceptional

Elevated elegance in treetop tranquility

Luxury lodge in a rural location, Tsala Treetop Lodge features individually furnished rooms with private plunge pools and fireplaces. Indulge in spa services, savor local cuisine at Zinzi, and unwind in the serene garden or by the swimming pool.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 3,618
AED 4,240 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct

Room options

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A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a green bedspread, a grey armchair, and a view of trees through large windows.

Tsala Suite

  • Valley view
  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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A secluded lodge surrounded by dense forest, with multiple buildings and a prominent stone structure on a hill.

Tsala Villa

  • Valley view
  • 116 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Plettenberg Bay, Tsala Treetop Lodge is in a rural area and near the beach. Van Plettenberg Beacon and Old Timber Shed are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Harkerville Saturday Village Market and Old Nick Village. Knysna Elephant Park and Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and skydiving nearby. Visit our Plettenberg Bay travel guide
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Off N2 10km W Of Plettenberg, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, 6600

What's nearby

  • Two elephants in a grassy field with a cloudy sky.
    Knysna Elephant Park
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • A beach with waves and mountains in the background.
    Plettenberg Bay Beach
    13 min drive - 14.3 km
  • A coastal landscape with cliffs, a sandy beach, and the ocean.
    Robberg Nature Reserve
    21 min drive - 19.6 km
  • A marina with several sailboats docked at sunset.
    Knysna Waterfront
    24 min drive - 28.8 km
  • Goose Valley Golf Club
    13 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ)
    88 min drive

Restaurants

  • Harkerville Market
    5 min drive
  • Sotto
    14 min drive
  • Adi’s Kitchen
    13 min drive
  • Le Fournil De Plett Bakery
    13 min drive
  • Zinzi
    4 min walk

About this property

Tsala Treetop Lodge

  • Luxury lodge in a rural location
  • A terrace, shopping on site, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Tsala Treetop Lodge. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a body treatment, or a facial. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Zinzi, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a gift shop, and a front-desk safe
    • Concierge services, luggage storage, and laundry services
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as private plunge pools and 24-hour room service, in addition to thoughtful touches like fireplaces and premium bedding.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • 2 bathrooms with designer toiletries and deep soaking tubs
    • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
    • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and electric kettles

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Frequently asked questions

Is Tsala Treetop Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tsala Treetop Lodge?

As of 23 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tsala Treetop Lodge on 24 October 2026 start from AED 3,618, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tsala Treetop Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Tsala Treetop Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Tsala Treetop Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Tsala Treetop Lodge located?

Situated near the beach, this luxury lodge is steps from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Knysna Elephant Park and Harkerville Saturday Village Market. Knysna Ziplines and Garden Route National Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Tsala Treetop Lodge Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Honeymoon on Garden Route

One of the most unique and amazing places we’ve ever stayed! Lovely resort of treehouses built in a remote setting with all the amenities you could need. The staff were all super friendly and could not do enough to help you was an absolute pleasure to have them there. Would recommend to anybody travelling on the garden route or staying in Plettenberg to stay here it would make an unforgettable memory.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Best ever, nice experience, area around it perfect for nature lovers. The hotel location allows you to enjoy the night stars like no other place( except in the desert)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic experience throughout
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Esse hotel é perfeito, em tudo! o quarto é sensacional, passa uma sensação de estar em cima das arvoes, com uma vista maravilhosa. O Atendimento de todos é muito simpático. A comida é maravilhosa do restaurante e do café da manha, voltaria mil vezes.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Aussergewöhnlich Lage und sehr schöne Suiten
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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A little bit of paradise

Wonderful place in the middle of the wild. Great amenities, great rangers, great animals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
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6/10 Okay

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Stunning views, beautiful bird life, close to good walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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This is the best hotel I have been ever in my whole life. The hospitality was beyond outstanding they check the room twice per day they prepare every single thing for you even the tiny details they will take care of it. For the facility I have not seen this type of facility in my whole life, a suite on the tree this is amazing with the the best view of the mountain everything around, very peaceful. The Clean is very very clean rooms. There were two restaurant inside the Tesla all of them are amazing and the food is nice. Tesla there is the bar in my experience that I would not see any hotel with this type of experience in my whole life like what they have
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
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8/10 Good

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The best bit was the monkeys and the baboons. The staff were very lovely, still struggled to do soft fried eggs but hey ho
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous spot but food a let down

This is an amazing property with 5 star facilities and service to match. It was let down by the food unfortunately but otherwise I would highy recommend this romantic spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
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8/10 Good

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Tsala Treetop Lodge is a 5 star romantic hotel set in amongst a forest of trees and overlooking a tree clad canyon. The rooms are outstanding as is the service. The view from the balcony is wonderful and the in lounge real fire was a great touch. Our room had its own plunge pool which was a bit cold but on the one hot day this was very refreshing. Service is a bit amateur but very enthusiastic and kind. The thing that let down the property was the food quality. My potjie was excellent but the rest of my party found their food dry. The omelette in the morning was greasy, smelled of overcooked oil and was virtually inedible. The choice on the buffet was good. I would stay here again but hope food gets an uplift.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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Treetop Delight

We really appreciated the genuine care of the staff and the magnificent treetop setting. Dinner was good, but breakfast among the trees was the real highlight. Both the rooms and surrounding gardens were exquisite.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful

Everything was wonderful. A paradise of relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolute Perfection

Few places will match the experience of staying here. Expensive, yes, but worth every penny. The accommodation is superb and the rooms so comfortable. The grounds fabulous, service immaculate and almost guaranteed that you will see either monkeys or baboons on your doorstep. Wish I could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Lives up to expectations - highly recommend.

Tsala lives up to its reputation and your expectations. It's a magical haven for R&R. The attention to detail across the site is superb. We enjoyed two nights in a luxury villa, with incredible views. The rooms are immaculate, supremely comfortable and well presented throughout, and the outdoor shower was a great surprise - nothing like waking up and smelling nature. A minor drawback is the pools aren't heated, and ours had a lot of canopy cover so didn't benefit from the sub's heat either (it's noted though that Tsala are aware of this and working on it despite significant engineering challenges!). We dined at both Zinzi (the public restaurant) and Tsala (the guests restaurant), and enjoyed both but the latter did step it up a notch. Both are really well presented and comfortable, and boast strong wine lists. The service was generally superb, save for a few individuals that were cold and somewhat aloof (one a Manager). Given the price point of Tsala it did leave a slight bitter taste in the mouth unfortunately. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed it and look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous experience

The concept is great. The views are spectacular
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing and outstanding - Accomodation, Dinner and especially the breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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أبدااااع وتميز

منتجع مميز جدا .. السكن في غابة على رءوس الأشجار العالية تجربة رائعة .. كل شيء هنا مميز الأكل الخدمات الموظفون الأجواء .. أنصح به .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Romantisches Baumhaus, wunderschöne Lage, Affen vor der Haustür, freundliches Personal.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
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10/10 Excellent

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Tranquil and elegant

Nestled in tree tops, nothing but tranquility and elegance surrounds you at Tsala Lodge. It was a great place to do day trips, and return for a relaxing and lovely meal. The staff was extremely helpful, particularly Karin who helped sort out our outings. This is a definite return place for us:)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
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10/10 Excellent

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Place where you can be one with nature.

It is just a brilliant place to stay. Away from all the hustle and bustle of city and not too far from it either. You need to be there to experience the difference. Most helpful management team I have ever come across.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful Hotel in a Wonderful Setting

Tsala was a breathe of fresh air on our honeymoon - the hotel is beautiful, set in a gorgeous, temperate forest setting, with the rooms overlooking a forested ravine. The staff are very friendly, the meals are delicious and the rooms are so luxurious - the best bath I think I've ever had!! We've recommended this hotel to our parents and would happily stay again ourselves.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018