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Our top choices for Garden Route 5-star hotels

A pool with a view of a sunset over a body of water and distant mountains.
A dining area with tables set for two, potted plants, and a view of the sea.
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a table with a drink, and a view of the sea.
A room with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table with a book.

1. The Plettenberg Hotel

The Plettenberg Hotel
Lookout Beach Precinct
Germany
Heike
€376
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Plettenberg Hotel
A modern outdoor deck with wicker chairs and a glass balustrade overlooking a scenic landscape.
A modern living room with a view of the ocean, a kitchen with marble countertops, and a chandelier.
A hanging chair with cushions in a room with large windows overlooking the ocean at sunset.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, two armchairs, a small ottoman, and a view of the sea.

2. Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
Wilderness Beach
United States
Alison
€443
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
A coastal property with a large house, a swimming pool, and a view of the ocean and town at dusk.
A pathway with steps leading through a garden with palm trees and shrubs.
A coastal property with a large building, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a central seating area, and a view through the glass doors.

3. Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
Plettenberg Bay
United Kingdom
Peter
€184
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
A waterfront property with docked boats, a marina, and industrial buildings with chimneys.
A waterfront property with a modern building, a dock, and a swimming pool.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a building with a brick facade, and a sign that reads "THESEN KOBEL".
A wooden deck with a pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

4. Turbine Hotel and Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa
Thesen Island
United States
Gregory
€185
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Turbine Hotel and Spa
A wooden boardwalk leading to a sandy beach with ocean views.
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture and a view of the ocean.
A spacious living room with a view of the ocean, furnished with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a white sofa, and a wooden coffee table.

5. Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges

Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
Robberg Beach
United Kingdom
D
€121
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
A spacious lounge area with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, a central tree, and a bar with shelves of bottles.
A modern two-story house with a stone facade, large windows, and a landscaped front yard with potted plants.
A glass door leading to an outdoor area with a metal fence and trees.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a mirror. There is a view of the outdoors through a glass door.

6. The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel

The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
George
United States
Gordon
€202
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
A balcony with a view of a calm lake, a dock with a boat, and a table with a bottle and glasses.
A large, multi-story hotel with a waterfront view, a dock with a boat, and a well-maintained lawn.
A modern hotel lobby with a central reflective black floor, seating areas with sofas and chairs, artwork on the walls, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.
A large house with a swimming pool, a garden, and a pergola.

7. St James of Knysna

St James of Knysna
Knysna
United States
Lillian
€277
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
St James of Knysna
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa, a desk, and a view of the garden through a glass door.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a collection of bookshelves.
An outdoor garden setting with tables and chairs arranged for dining, surrounded by lush greenery and a building in the background.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

8. Hunter's Country House

Hunter's Country House
Plettenberg Bay
Germany
Kerem
€242
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Hunter's Country House
A swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a wooden deck.
An outdoor patio with a wooden deck, white chairs, a wooden table, and large umbrellas providing shade.
A spacious room with a high ceiling, a stone wall, a wooden reception desk, a dining area with chairs and a table, and two large hanging light fixtures.
A buffet with various cheeses, fruits, and breads.

9. The Old Rectory

The Old Rectory
Central Beach Area
United Kingdom
LOUISE
€419
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Old Rectory
A modern living room with a wooden dining table, white chairs, and a large potted plant.
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining area with a white cabinet and a small table, a large window with a view of the sea, and a ceiling fan.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a pool in the background.
A modern interior with a dining area, a kitchen, and a large glass door leading to an outdoor space.

10. THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Paradise
United Kingdom
Tina
€198
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Exterior
A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a small table with books.
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a wooden stool, a vase with flowers, and a view of greenery outside.
A breakfast buffet with various foods and drinks, a painting on the wall, and a chef in motion.

11. Tamodi Lodge and Stables

Tamodi Lodge and Stables
Keurboomstrand
United Kingdom
Ayeshah
Tamodi Lodge and Stables
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a table, and an umbrella.
A modern living room with a large window overlooking the ocean, furnished with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A modern building with a glass facade overlooking a beach at sunset.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

12. Beach Villa Wilderness

Beach Villa Wilderness
Wilderness Beach
United Kingdom
michael
€207
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Beach Villa Wilderness
A modern living room with a fireplace, glass shelves, and a view to the outside.
A modern outdoor pool area with a clear view of the pool, lounge chairs, and a patio with a railing.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a round mirror, and a view of the sea.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and fireplace. Large windows offer a view of the sea.

13. Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Paradise
United States
William
€236
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas overlooking a scenic landscape.
An outdoor wooden deck with benches and tables, surrounded by trees and a thatched roof structure with string lights.
A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, seating areas, and a large indoor plant.
A spacious indoor area with a large window overlooking a landscape, a seating area with wicker furniture, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

14. Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
Knysna
United States
Ibrahima
€243
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
A resort with a wooden deck, a swimming pool, and thatched-roof huts.
A thatched-roof building with a welcoming entrance, surrounded by natural vegetation.
A spacious living area with a view of mountains, a wooden coffee table, and two white lamps.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a view, and a dining area with a bottle of champagne.

15. Gondwana Game Reserve

Gondwana Game Reserve
Mossel Bay
United Kingdom
Jordan
€1,356
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Gondwana Game Reserve
A wooden bridge leading to a house with a thatched roof, surrounded by palm trees and a pond.
A bar area with wooden paneling, a bar counter, and multiple bar stools. There are several chairs and a table with a glass top.
A large indoor swimming pool with a central staircase, large windows, and a balcony.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a chandelier, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a television.

16. The Manor House at Fancourt

The Manor House at Fancourt
George
Germany
Anja
€567
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Manor House at Fancourt
A stone building with a glass facade and a wooden deck leading to a pool.
A dining area with a stone fireplace, wooden tables, and chairs.
A log cabin with a pool, wooden deck, and outdoor seating area.
A wooden deck with a patterned rug, a sofa, and a coffee table.

17. Tsala Treetop Lodge

Tsala Treetop Lodge
Plettenberg Bay
United States
Saeeda
€1,055
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Tsala Treetop Lodge
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a desk lamp, a chair, and a bedside table with a lamp.
A golf course with a pond, trees, and a building in the background.
A modern building with a white facade, large windows, and a landscaped garden with various plants and trees.
A spacious hotel lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central bar area.

18. Fancourt

Fancourt
George
United States
Petro
€259
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Fancourt
A large property with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a well-maintained garden.
An outdoor wooden deck with seating and a glass door leading to a modern interior.
A cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and shelves with plants.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

19. Crags Country Lodge

Crags Country Lodge
The Crags
United Kingdom
Peter
Crags Country Lodge
A dining table with two plates of food and drinks, surrounded by chairs and umbrellas.
A large, multi-story house with a spacious roof deck and multiple balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror. There is a window with curtains, a plant, and a view of the outdoors.
A poolside area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

20. Cinnamon Boutique

Cinnamon Boutique
Wilderness
United States
Milanka
Cinnamon Boutique
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Top Garden Route Hotel Reviews

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The experience and the views were wonderful. The rooms were spotless. The staff friendly and excellent"
Olav 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay!"
Alison 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
Turbine Hotel and Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel was incredible. The location is excellent, the hotel itself is quite interesting and there are many places to explore, the food and drink were excellent - as were the staff who provided them, the room was remarkable. This is a must-stay hotel if you are considering staying in the area. I would return in a heartbeat if travels bring me there - and I would bring as many as I could."
Gregory 1-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Turbine Hotel and Spa
The Plettenberg Hotel

The Plettenberg Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing location, decor and service. Highly recommend staying here."
Maria 1-night trip
Posted 5 months ago
The Plettenberg Hotel

Frequently asked questions

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.
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