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Set in George, 2 km from George Golf Club, The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a terrace and a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Literally everything, the decor, location, AMAZING staff, delicious food and stunning views! I think the staff was what made our stay especially wonderful (especially Camilla who went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable). I travel a lot and it’s not always that I get a great lasting impression like I had with Hawthorn 🙏🏻

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9.2
Superb
502 reviews
Price from
US$206
per night

Located in Plettenberg Bay, 90 metres from Wedge Beach, The Old Rectory provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, free shuttle service and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can have a drink at the bar. Wow, this place is super posh and oh so lux!! Indulge yourself with their amazing bedding and bath linen and lovely spa! Visit the semi private beach and take an early morning Kayak for a spin!

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9.5
Exceptional
150 reviews
Price from
US$638
per night

Each individually decorated, air-conditioned suite and room at Hunter's Country House features tea/coffee facilities, a minibar and certain suites feature a fireplace. Some also have their own private terrace with a pool and garden. Best hotel we have ever stayed in..so beautiful..everything you wish for and more. We came with our baby and everything was taking care of..it was an amazing stay. We will continue thinking about it until we will hopefully return. The staff was so so lovely, the different restaurants were great. The children’s area even has such a great and cosy ambiance. Surroundings of the hotel are also wonderful, beautiful garden. Not even to start about the rooms…so luxurious with such a beautiful bathroom and great beds..

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9.6
Exceptional
408 reviews
Price from
US$198
per night

A private outdoor deck and small private infinity pool feature in all suites and villas at Tsala Treetop Lodge. Each has a living room with a fireplace, a complimentary bottle of port, and a mini-bar. Bathrooms feature chic free-standing baths, and bedrooms have views over the forest canopy. We visited Tsala Treetop Lodge for our honeymoon and had a fabulous experience. We actually extended our stay an additional two nights because we loved the tranquility of the location. The treehouse rooms are beautifully furnished with a private pool and amazing views. The staff were incredible and we loved the food at both Tsala Treetop Lodge Restaurant and nearby Zinzi.

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9.7
Exceptional
223 reviews
Price from
US$867
per night

This former power station is located in Knysna and offers sunny suites with an iPod docking station and views of the Knysna Lagoon. The spacious sun deck comes with an outdoor pool.

The rooms at Turbine Hotel & Spa are elegantly decorated with light fabrics and parquet floors. The suites have a satellite LCD TV and extra long beds. Such a gem in Knysna ! We can’t wait to go back. Excellent service and great location. Everything was beyond perfect!! Highly recommend and also spa treatments were heavenly ! Thank you

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9.1
Superb
883 reviews
Price from
US$240
per night

Located on a 3 acre estate, this property offers luxury rooms with lagoon views, 2 swimming pools and a landscaped garden. It is 15 minutes’ drive from nearest Golf Club.

St. James of Knysna offers rooms and suites fitted with deluxe bedding and furniture. Room amenities include Smart TV with Netflix, minibar and a tea/coffee maker. Bathrobes and international adaptors are provided for all rooms. Perfect location , clean hotel , very friendly and helpful staff , delicious breakfast, even the light options for dinner are delicious and they would cook anything we wanted just to make us happy , i love this hotel it's so cozy and beautiful.

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9.6
Exceptional
459 reviews
Price from
US$234
per night

Nestled between mountains and forests in the heart of the Garden Route, Fancourt Hotel offers luxury accommodation and features 3 Gary Player designed golf courses and a wellness centre. George Airport is 7 km away. Beautiful rooms and lovely very clean hotel! Food was good.

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9.2
Superb
391 reviews
Price from
US$512
per night

Featuring free WiFi, an outdoor pool and a barbecue, Cinnamon Boutique Guest House offers accommodation at the foot of the Outinqua Mountain Valley in Wilderness. The hotel has a pool terrace and guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar. Free private parking is available on site. The service, the welcome and attention to every detail. Lisa was an absolute gem with her warmth. The staff too were friendly and went out of their way. We will be back

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9.1
Superb
217 reviews
Price from
US$242
per night

The Plettenberg is a 5-star hotel, located on a rocky headland in the heart of The Garden Route. It offers 2 infinity pools and the stylish The Plettenberg Restaurant.

All 37 individually decorated guest rooms are equipped with a spacious en suite bathroom and smart TV. In addition, every room offers a refrigerator, a hairdryer and a telephone. This hotel, hands-down, has the best staff I have ever come across. They are all incredibly friendly and helpful and we received excellent service. The hotel itself is gorgeously decorated with beautiful art. The rooms are big, comfortable and clean. Comfortable bed and pillows. The location is perfect. There is a lovely heated pool overlooking the beach for a lazy afternoon in the sun. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

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9.4
Superb
755 reviews
Price from
US$382
per night

Set 3.4 km from Outeniqua Pass, The Manor House at Fancourt offers 5-star accommodation in George and has a terrace, a bar and a tennis court. Among the facilities at this property are free shuttle service and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property features an outdoor pool, fitness centre, sauna and garden. The best hotel and experience I have ever had. The staff were amazing

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9.8
Exceptional
32 reviews
Price from
US$1,090
per night

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