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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

The Plettenberg Hotel

The Plettenberg Hotel
5.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"Amazing location, decor and service. Highly recommend staying here."
United States
Maria
The price is AED 1,082
AED 1,257 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
The Plettenberg Hotel
Exterior detail

Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
5.0 star property
Wilderness Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (187 reviews)
"The staff were just the best, and the views can’t be beaten!"
United States
Whitney
The price is AED 630
AED 724 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
5.0 star property
Knysna
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (155 reviews)
"Amazing place."
United States
Ibrahima
The price is AED 832
AED 967 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
View from room

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (115 reviews)
"Great facilities and excellent staff! "
United Kingdom
Peter
The price is AED 368
AED 430 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Villa Castollini

Villa Castollini
5.0 star property
Knysna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Beautiful property in a spectacular location. Kind and helpful staff and the breakfast is magnificent "
Australia
David
The price is AED 267
AED 310 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Villa Castollini
Children's play area - outdoor

Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges

Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
5.0 star property
Robberg Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (290 reviews)
"Great location "
United Kingdom
D
The price is AED 310
AED 357 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
Superior Suite - Lake Facing - Lady Anne | Terrace/patio

St James of Knysna

St James of Knysna
5.0 star property
Knysna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (188 reviews)
"Spectacular location , amazing staff in an amazing town !!!"
South Africa
Terry
The price is AED 713
AED 821 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
St James of Knysna
Terrace/patio

Beach Villa Wilderness

Beach Villa Wilderness
5.0 star property
Wilderness Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (147 reviews)
"Amazing location , beautifully appointed rooms and wonderful staff. This place has genuine wow factor ! "
United Kingdom
michael
The price is AED 545
AED 633 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Beach Villa Wilderness
Exterior

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa
5.0 star property
Thesen Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (185 reviews)
"Special place "
United Kingdom
Claudio
The price is AED 607
AED 708 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Turbine Hotel and Spa
Exterior

Botlierskop Private Game Reserve

Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
5.0 star property
Klein Brak River
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (123 reviews)
"room spotless , view incredible in amongst the wildlife "
United Kingdom
Christian
The price is AED 3,186
AED 3,700 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
Suite, Garden View | View from room

Hunter's Country House

Hunter's Country House
5.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (106 reviews)
"We come regularly to the Hunter's Country House as it is always very relaxing. The Hospitality, the Restaurant Options and the People make the difference ..."
Germany
Kerem
The price is AED 738
AED 859 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Hunter's Country House
Private beach, white sand

Xanadu Guest Villa

Xanadu Guest Villa
5.0 star property
Wilderness Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Great Hotel With outstanding sea view!"
Germany
Bastian
Xanadu Guest Villa
Front of property - evening/night

Gondwana Game Reserve

Gondwana Game Reserve
5.0 star property
Mossel Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (179 reviews)
"Our house with a private pool was just amazing"
Sweden
Oskar
The price is AED 3,105
AED 3,818 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Gondwana Game Reserve
Exterior

Tamodi Lodge and Stables

Tamodi Lodge and Stables
5.0 star property
Keurboomstrand
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Beautiful room and great staff. "
United Kingdom
Adrian Chi Meng
Tamodi Lodge and Stables
Exterior

Tsala Treetop Lodge

Tsala Treetop Lodge
5.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"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) "
United States
Saeeda
The price is AED 3,240
AED 3,763 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Tsala Treetop Lodge
Reception

THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
5.0 star property
Paradise
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
"Cannot rate this high enough, lovely staff, great rooms and awesome breakfast."
United Kingdom
Andrew
THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Luxury Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Fancourt

Fancourt
5.0 star property
George
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (83 reviews)
"Beautiful property"
United States
Petro
The price is AED 930
AED 1,081 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Fancourt
Bar (on property)

The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel

The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
George
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (26 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Gordon
The price is AED 586
AED 674 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
Front of property

Hilltop Boutique Hotel

Hilltop Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Wilderness
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Our stay at Hilltop was amazing we really loved it friendly host beautiful home we will definitely go back again "
South Africa
Nelisa
The price is AED 649
AED 746 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Hilltop Boutique Hotel
Outdoor dining

Cinnamon Boutique

Cinnamon Boutique
5.0 star property
Wilderness
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"Ted was the best! Amazing service and beautiful place to stay!"
United States
Milanka
The price is AED 533
AED 620 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Cinnamon Boutique
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Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

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"Faultless"
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