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Perched on top of a rocky headland in the picturesque Plettenberg Bay, The Plettenberg Hotel is surrounded by nature and offers luxurious and elegant accommodation facilities. Guests can enjoy the tastefully appointed rooms, suites and villas, take a dip in the infinity pool that overlooks the ocean from above, spend moments of relaxation at the spa and explore the surrounding area at their own leisurely pace.
Summary of reviewsThe Plettenberg Hotel is a luxurious and exceptional five-star hotel located in Plettenberg Bay. Guests rave about the hotel's incredible location directly on the beach with breathtaking panoramic views of the sea. The hotel is within walking distance to restaurants, shops and attractions, making it the best location in Plett. The breakfast is exceptional with a variety of fruits and dishes, accommodating individual needs and preferences and served on a terrace with stunning views. The dinner experience is attractive with great food and a superb view, although some guests found the menu to be a bit limited. The rooms are beautifully decorated with comfortable beds and lovely bathrooms, although some guests found them to be a little dated. The hotel is immaculately clean and the staff is friendly, attentive and goes above and beyond to make guests feel welcome and important. The hotel boasts two fantastic pools with incredible views of the sea and the beach is located directly on a kilometer-long stretch of crystal clear waters. Overall, The Plettenberg Hotel is a small luxury hotel of the world that truly surpasses the standard of five-star hotels, providing guests with a homely feel and the perfect seaside luxury experience.
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This 5-star hotel features an outdoor infinity pool which overlooks the cobalt blue sea and offers magnificent views over the sunsets and the surrounding natural landscape. The pool area is equipped with sunbeds and a relaxing sitting area where guests can also enjoy a drink or snack.
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The Plettenberg Hotel boasts an incredible location that guests rave about in their reviews. Situated directly on the beach with breathtaking, panoramic views of the sea, the hotel is a top pick for many travelers. The views from the hotel are stunning with a magnificent view of the Plett Lagoon and easy access to kilometer-long stretches of beach. Whether you're relaxing in your room or by the pool, you'll be able to take in the beautiful surroundings. The location is considered to be the best in Plett within walking distance to restaurants, shops and attractions. Guests particularly loved the easy access to the beach with only a short walk required. The hotel is well-situated and guests feel safe in the area. The staff is amazing and always ready to assist guests. Overall, if you're looking for a beautiful location in Plettenberg Bay, look no further than The Plettenberg Hotel.
The breakfast at The Plettenberg Hotel is exceptional with guests raving about the food and the stunning views from the terrace. The variety of fruits and selection of dishes makes for a wonderful start to the day with many guests claiming it to be the best breakfast they have ever had. The hotel accommodating individual needs and preferences only adds to the experience. Guests have also praised the high-tea in the afternoon and the food offered in general with mentions of the best Caesar salad and Sunday roast ever had. Regardless of personal taste, the breakfast is always delicious and scrumptious and guests have even been lucky enough to spot dolphins whilst eating. The new way of ordering and serving breakfast has received compliments for its efficiency and the setting of the breakfast on the patio only adds to the lovely experience. Overall, the breakfast at The Plettenberg Hotel is world-class and amazing and an absolute must-try for anyone visiting the area.
The Plettenberg Hotel boasts an attractive dinner experience with great food and a superb view. Guests highly recommend the hotel's hoteleigenen restaurant and compliment the excellent chef. While some guests found the dinner menu to be a bit limited, the breakfast selection was superb. Although guests had contrasting experiences with the restaurant, most agree that the food was delicious and the staff very accommodating. Some guests did report that the restaurant was overpriced, while others were disappointed with their meals. However, the hotel's exzellente Küche (excellent cuisine) was highly praised and the majority of guests were satisfied with their dining experience. Adding more seafood dishes to the menu might be a suggestion for improving the dinner experience at the hotel. Nonetheless, The Plettenberg Hotel proved to be a beautiful location for breakfast and dinner despite some shortcomings.
The rooms at The Plettenberg Hotel have received high praise from guests. Many have enjoyed beautiful decor, comfortable beds and lovely bathrooms with nice fluffy towels, dressing gowns and slippers. The rooms are serviced twice a day and some guests have even claimed to have had the best room on the property. While some reviews have mentioned that the hotel is getting old and the rooms need revamping, most have still raved about the excellent accommodation from every aspect, including the fantastic sea views from some of the rooms. There are a few negative comments about noise and some rooms feeling a little dated, but overall, guests have enjoyed a comfortable and pristine stay at The Plettenberg Hotel with beautifully decorated rooms and stunning hotel decor throughout.
Welcome to The Plettenberg Hotel, where cleanliness is a top priority! Guests can expect an immaculately clean stay with pristine rooms and excellent service. The hotel itself is impressively clean, from the food presentation to the shower and even the carpet. The rooms are not only luxurious but also very clean with guests describing them as "incredibly" and "very clean". The hotel even has a heated pool, which is clean and fantastic. Rest assured that you will have a hygienic and tidy stay at The Plettenberg Hotel!
The Plettenberg Hotel boasts a friendly and attentive staff that has truly redefined service. From the moment you step into the hotel, you can tell that service is valued here. The staff goes above and beyond, always making you feel welcome and important. They are beyond friendly, beyond kind and beyond attentive. The guest Relation Managerin is very accommodating and the restaurant staff is exceptionally friendly. They are knowledgeable of the area and always willing to provide tips or make recommendations for days out and nice restaurants. The hotel manager even made herself known to assist guests. Little gems on the staff would visit guests when their child was sick, showing an exceptional level of care. The service from all the staff members here makes you feel like royalty. The staff is careful and takes care of anything you might need. They are always ready to assist in any detail and arrange for drivers to taxi you around. Some of the best employees ever can be found here, such as THULANI and Aldo, who are outstanding when it comes to customer service. The hotel is truly 5-star with exceptional accommodation from every aspect and a friendly and helpful staff. The staff are all very warm and friendly and the cleanliness and friendly staff make this truly a world-class hotel.
If you're looking for a luxurious escape with stunning pool areas, look no further than the Plettenberg Hotel. The hotel boasts two fantastic pools, one of which is heated for a comfortable swim. Both pools offer incredible views of the sea and make for epic Instagram shots. Guests rave about the pool facilities, not only for their swimming experience but also for capturing picturesque memories. The heated swimming pool at the Annex is exceptionally located and offers an experience in itself. While some guests reported seeing an unclean pool in another building, the pool areas at the Plettenberg Hotel are nothing short of fantastic.
Located directly on a kilometer-long stretch of beach with crystal clear waters, The Plettenberg Hotel offers its guests an amazing beach experience combined with stunning views of the sea and mountains. Delight in the sight of dolphins swimming right in front of the hotel's doorstep. Although the path leading down to the beach is steep, it is definitely worth it once you reach the huge and gorgeous shoreline. For those who prefer a quicker route, the beach is only a 5-minute walk away from the hotel. Take in the picturesque beach view and enjoy the pristine waters nearby. Make sure to visit Lookout beach next door for another beautiful spot you won't want to miss. With numerous amazing beaches within walking distance, The Plettenberg Hotel is sure to leave all beach lovers in awe of their surroundings.
The Plettenberg Hotel is a small Luxury Hotel of the World that truly surpasses the standard of five-star hotels. Almost all of the guests left exceptional reviews, describing the hotel as truly 5 star and first class. Everything from the facilities to the service were described as fabulous, comfortable and superb. Although there were a couple of negative comments, they were few and far between and did not take away from the overall exceptional rating. If you choose to stay here, you can expect excellent service from a truly exceptional five-star hotel.
The Plettenberg Hotel is a small luxury hotel of the world located in Plett, offering guests luxury and indulgence during their stay. The hotel has an old-world charm mixed with modern luxuries providing a comfortable and 5-star treatment. Guests are blown away by the luxurious decor and scenic views, making it a beautiful and stylish hotel. Visitors can expect excellent service and a homely feel while enjoying the perfect seaside luxury experience. The hotel is truly 5-star, which has received numerous excellent reviews for being a fantastic and amazing place to stay. It's very exclusive and tastefully decorated and provides guests with sheer luxury from the moment they enter. The hotel is perfect for those seeking pristine comfort and breathtaking surroundings, making it one of the best hotels in the area.
Yes, The Plettenberg Hotel has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Infinity Pool, Heated Pool, Panoramic View Pool, Outdoor Pool.
Yes, a spa is available at The Plettenberg Hotel.
Yes, The Plettenberg Hotel welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at The Plettenberg Hotel.
Yes, The Plettenberg Hotel has a gym.
