Garden Route

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Garden Route

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Wilderness Beach

5/5(8 area reviews)

Wilderness Beach is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Wilderness National Park and Garden Route National Park.

Wilderness Beach
Knysna Quays

Waterfront

4/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Waterfront include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Knysna Quays or Knysna Waterfront while you're exploring the area.

Waterfront
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Robberg Beach

5/5(5 area reviews)

Well-liked for its beaches and restaurants, you might stop by Robberg Nature Reserve and Plettenberg Bay Beach while you're exploring Robberg Beach and the surrounding neighborhoods.

Robberg Beach
Knysna Quays

Knysna Central

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Knysna Central, Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront are top sights worth seeing.

Knysna Central
Beautiful view from a beautiful guest house

Paradise

5/5(6 area reviews)

Paradise is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park.

Paradise
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Belvidere

Travelers like the restaurants in Belvidere, and Knysna Lagoon is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Belvidere
The Wilderness Hotel
The Wilderness Hotel
3 out of 5
George Road, Wilderness, Western Cape
The price is AED 258 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
AED 258
AED 300 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Wilderness. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 bars/lounges, and room service. Popular attractions Milkwood Village Shopping Centre ...
7.6/10 Good! (183 reviews)
"Polite and pleasant service. Super breakfast. Cleanliness, of course. Location. My 6th visit confirms. Brian Roy"

Reviewed on 13 January 2025

The Wilderness Hotel
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel by Raw Africa Collection
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel by Raw Africa Collection
5 out of 5
27 Baron's View Estate, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape
The price is AED 528 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
AED 528
AED 618 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Plettenberg Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions St Peters Anglican Church and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem! My husband and I truly enjoyed this venue for our last few days in Plettenburg Baii! The venue is absolutely beautiful but I can say that this place wouldn’t be as beautiful as it was without the great staff. The service given was superb and it truly felt like home ..."

Reviewed on 22 January 2025

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel by Raw Africa Collection
Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel
Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel
2 out of 5
Mossel Bay, In the heart of The Garden Route, Mossel Bay, Western Cape
The price is AED 92 per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
AED 92
AED 106 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Book a stay at this beach hostel in Mossel Bay. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Santos Beach and Diaz Musuem ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (174 reviews)
For a novel night, it’s fun! Whooo woooo!
"We enjoyed our stay and breakfast - at an excellent price - but unfortunately my food at dinner - tagliatelli - was glutinous and almost inedible, so I sent back twice as much as I ate. Be aware that not all compartments have a sea view."

Reviewed on 9 February 2025

Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel
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Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort
Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort
4 out of 5
198 CR Swart Drive, Brenton on Sea, Knysna, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Knysna. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Featherbed Nature Reserve ...
9/10 Wonderful! (109 reviews)
A True Haven
"This resort has a breath-taking view of the beach and the accommodations are beyond excellent. Having the restaurants on the property was an extra convenient bonus; the food and service was wonderful! The management and staff @ Brenton Haven is warm, welcoming & accommodating. Next time I’ll stay ..."

Reviewed on 17 February 2025

Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort
Plett Quarter Apartments
Plett Quarter Apartments
4 out of 5
Main Street, 9, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Plettenberg Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions St Peters Anglican Church and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Apartments are great. Refund process of prepaid incidentals is a painful as it appears on the credit card statement with delay."

Reviewed on 12 January 2025

Plett Quarter Apartments
Serenity Ocean Lodge
Serenity Ocean Lodge
372 Limberlost Ln, Wilderness, Western Cape
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Wilderness. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Wilderness Lagoon and Milkwood ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
"The best view in town! Everything you need is within walking diatance. Beautiful area to explore and a lovely park across the road. But honestly you won't want to leave the room, it's that nice."

Reviewed on 4 February 2025

Serenity Ocean Lodge
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Popular places to visit

Tsitsikamma National Park featuring caves as well as an individual male

Tsitsikamma National Park

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Tsitsikamma National Park, a lovely green space in Storms River. Wander the riverfront and gardens in this quaint area.

Tsitsikamma National Park
Plettenberg Bay Beach showing a sandy beach and landscape views

Plettenberg Bay Beach

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Plettenberg Bay Beach during your travels in Plettenberg Bay? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Plettenberg Bay Beach
Robberg Nature Reserve showing a sandy beach, general coastal views and rugged coastline

Robberg Nature Reserve

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Robberg Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Plettenberg Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Robberg Nature Reserve
Wilderness National Park

Wilderness National Park

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Wilderness National Park, a lovely green space in Wilderness. Amble around the area's beaches, or seek out its golf courses.

Wilderness National Park
Santos Beach

Santos Beach

4/5(4 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Santos Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Mossel Bay. Wander the seaside and gardens in the area.

Santos Beach
Knysna Quays

Knysna Quays

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Knysna with a trip to Knysna Quays. Visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Knysna Quays