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Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
Outdoor pool

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (92)
"Lovely stay"
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
Fancourt
Luxury Room

Fancourt

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (73)
"We were pleasantly surprised to find we had been upgraded to the Manor House, what a superb experience from start to Finish, thanks to Bianca, Earl, Poloko and all the waiter and Kitchen staff. will certainly be back!!"
Fancourt
The Plettenberg Hotel
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

The Plettenberg Hotel

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (149)
"The most beautiful hotel In a stunning location! "
The Plettenberg Hotel
Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
Children’s play area – outdoor

Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (283)
"Great location "
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
Beach Villa Wilderness
Terrace/patio

Beach Villa Wilderness

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (136)
"A perfect stay at Beach Villa Wilderness. Excellent hospitality and a beautiful spot on the ocean. "
The price is €155
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Beach Villa Wilderness
Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
Exterior

Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (180)
"Lovely seaside hotel with beachy vibes. Friendly staff, great kitchen, made our honeymoon feel special."
Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (153)
"Great hotel with nice food and indoor pool "
The price is €187
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
St James of Knysna
Superior Suite, 1 King Bed | Terrace/patio

St James of Knysna

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (183)
"Very private accommodations with extremely friendly and helpful staff. Absolutely beautiful accommodations!"
St James of Knysna
Gondwana Game Reserve
Luxury Villa (Ulubisi) | Living area

Gondwana Game Reserve

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (170)
"Exellent resort"
The price is €683
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Gondwana Game Reserve
Villa Afrikana Guest Suites
Exterior

Villa Afrikana Guest Suites

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (101)
"Probably the very best guesthouse I have ever stayed. Excellent service, rooms, pool, common area's and first class breakfast. It doesn't get better than this. "
The price is €188
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Villa Afrikana Guest Suites
THEBLOEM
Exterior

THEBLOEM

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (49)
"Truly luxurious, an excellent location and the staff are wonderful!"
THEBLOEM
Cinnamon Boutique
Gym

Cinnamon Boutique

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (36)
"Very nice hotel, quite and in the near of restaurants. Looks very safe the neighborhood."
Cinnamon Boutique
Crags Country Lodge
Interior

Crags Country Lodge

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"Spectacular location. Staff and service were all exceptional...everyone we encountered was so warm and welcoming!! Beautiful rooms and excellent food. Truly a wonderful experience!!!"
Crags Country Lodge
Xanadu Guest Villa
Presidential Suite, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Living area

Xanadu Guest Villa

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (52)
"Great Hotel With outstanding sea view!"
Xanadu Guest Villa
Head over Hills Luxury Retreat
Sun deck

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (31)
"This was an all around amazing experience. We stayed in the whale suite which had amazing views of ocean and cliff sides. We saw a pod of dolphins before dinner. Dinner was made there by an excellent chef. Highly recommend staying here."
The price is €267
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Head over Hills Luxury Retreat
Tsala Treetop Lodge
Suite | Outdoor pool

Tsala Treetop Lodge

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (87)
"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) "
The price is €574
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Tsala Treetop Lodge
Villa Castollini
Exterior

Villa Castollini

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (59)
"Beautiful property in a spectacular location. Kind and helpful staff and the breakfast is magnificent "
Villa Castollini
Villa Paradisa Guest House
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Villa Paradisa Guest House

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (50)
"We absolutely loved it here! From the second we got there we were so welcomed, our room and view were incredible, we had a lovely breakfast and stay and highly recommend this to everyone!"
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Villa Paradisa Guest House
Hilltop Boutique Hotel
Front of property

Hilltop Boutique Hotel

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (25)
Hilltop Boutique Hotel
The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
Bar (on property)

The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"Excellent. Stylish, comfortable, clean. Highly recommend it."
The price is €154
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
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Oubaai Hotel Golf & Spa

Oubaai Hotel Golf & Spa

406 Herolds Bay Road, Herolds Bay, Western Cape
The price is €55 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€55
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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What are the best 5-star hotels in Garden Route?
THEBLOEM is a top pick for Expedia guests. Turbine Hotel and Spa and Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa also earn stellar reviews from our travellers. All located in Knysna, Garden Route, these 5-star hotels will treat you to the luxury experience from the moment you step into the lobby.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in Garden Route?
You can find several pricing options for a 5-star hotel in Garden Route on Expedia. The amount you pay will depend on when you plan to travel, length of stay and other factors. Compare all of the available accommodation for your preferred dates and make use of our pricing and other filters to score the perfect luxury stay.

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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Garden Route?
In Garden Route, a hotel must provide a specific level of high-end conveniences to earn a 5-star rating. These may include on-site gyms, spas and saunas, gourmet restaurants, premium bedding, luxury toiletries and more. What also sets 5-star hotels apart is their guest-centric service. You can look forward to things like nightly turn-down services, concierge services and in-room massages. Some may also offer special touches like welcome gifts.