The Plettenberg

The Plettenberg Hotel redefines coastal luxury on South Africa's Garden Route. Perched atop a dramatic rocky headland, this intimate retreat offers just 37 rooms, each a masterpiece of individual design. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame sweeping views of Formosa Bay, where dolphins play and whales breach against a backdrop of endless ocean and rugged mountains. Step onto your private balcony and feel the salt breeze, or descend to one of two infinity pools that seem to merge with the horizon. The Fresh Wellness Spa elevates relaxation to an art form, while the fitness center caters to more active guests. As evening falls, the Sandbar becomes the place to be, with expert mixologists crafting cocktails as the sun dips below the waves. For dinner, The Plettenberg Restaurant showcases the best of South African cuisine, pairing innovative dishes with panoramic ocean vistas that will leave you breathless.