The 30 Best Hotels in Garden Route

Ranked 1 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 1 of 25 for hotels in Knysna.

• “The food was amazing.”
• “Love every minute there”
• “Everything was perfect.”
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Ranked 2 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 1 of 16 for hotels in Mossel Bay.

• “perfect location for outdoor adventure”
• “Calm and intimate camp offering a rare and private safari experience”
• “Incredibly welcoming and accommodating family running the...”
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Ranked 3 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 1 of 33 for hotels in Plettenberg Bay.

• “The most peaceful and relaxing stay.”
• “Serene wonderful stay”
• “Lovely hosts and memorable stay.”
• See more reviews of Tamodi Lodge

Ranked 4 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 1 of 7 for hotels in The Crags.

• “Never seen before mountain views, amazing food, very kind staff and designer like comfy rooms”
• “Everything about the Crags is exceptional, from the welcome...”
• “A wonderful place”
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Ranked 5 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 1 of 5 for hotels in Gouritzmond.

• “We had a very relaxing and comfortable stay at one of the tents. The bed was very cosy and we really enjoyed chilling in”
• “Kuierbos was absolutely superb!”
• “Just magnificent, could have stayed another 5-days”
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Ranked 6 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 2 of 25 for hotels in Knysna.

• “We visited out of season when the hotel was quiet but they...”
• “Perfection.”
• “Brilliant”
• See more reviews of St. James of Knysna

Ranked 7 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 2 of 33 for hotels in Plettenberg Bay.

• “Amazing. Would stay there again.”
• “Incredible stay on our honeymoon”
• “Incredible experience”
• See more reviews of Tsala Treetop Lodge

Ranked 8 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 3 of 33 for hotels in Plettenberg Bay.

• “The location is spectacular and the hotel exceeded our...”
• “Amazing staff to welcome you.”
• “Can heaven really be better than this?”
• See more reviews of The Plettenberg Hotel

Ranked 9 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 4 of 33 for hotels in Plettenberg Bay.

• “A great country hotel with attention to detail , great service and great food.”
• “Definitely one to return to.”
• “We absolutely loved the place and the staff. Some TLC neede on the suites. We will definitely be returning.”
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Ranked 10 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 3 of 25 for hotels in Knysna.

• “Beautiful location.”
• “Very enjoyable, relaxing and easy on the pocket.”
• “A truly incredible hotel.”
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Ranked 11 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 1 of 19 for hotels in George.

• “Was very efficient and perfect for us just in and out for...”
• “Everything was perfect.”
• “Fantastic little place with great facilities and great...”
• See more reviews of Out of Bounds Self-Catering Lodge

Ranked 12 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 2 of 19 for hotels in George.

• “Awesome place to find rest and connect with nature”
• “A Stunning Location. Woke up to Rhino’s across the Dam. Well worth the visit”
• “A perfect getaway . And a must do if you’re travelling the garden route . Quintessentially South African with added luxu”
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Ranked 13 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 2 of 7 for hotels in The Crags.

• “Excellent, highly recommended”
• “Excellent. Comfy. Great service. Reccomended by friends and every bit as good as led to expect”
• “Great stay. Special thanks to all the staff.”
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Ranked 14 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 5 of 33 for hotels in Plettenberg Bay.

• “location excellent.”
• “The property is located at an insanely beautiful location. The rooms, restaurants and gardens are decorated in a very un”
• “Highly recommended”
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Ranked 15 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 4 of 25 for hotels in Knysna.

• “Very pleasant”
• “Very clean accomodation with a beautiful garden and a...”
• “The view was spectacular and the accommodation suited all...”
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Ranked 16 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 5 of 25 for hotels in Knysna.

• “A very peaceful and tranquil spot on the edge of the forest.”
• “1. Extreme attention to small details from the hosts.”
• “Everything.”
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Ranked 17 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 1 of 17 for hotels in Wilderness.

• “Fantastic food and service.”
• “Memorable... we loved it.”
• “Excellent”
• See more reviews of Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

Ranked 18 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 6 of 25 for hotels in Knysna.

• “I will definitely come back my family was very happy with the stay”
• “Girls trip”
• “Breakfast was excellent”
• See more reviews of Headlands House Guest Lodge

Ranked 19 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 2 of 15 for hotels in Keurboomstrand.

• “Great place if you want to be out of the city. It felt very safe.”
• “Spectacular waves on the doostep but this is neither a hotel nor self-catering”
• “Lovely lodge with a nice breakfast in the room”
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Ranked 20 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 6 of 33 for hotels in Plettenberg Bay.

• “Outstanding breakfast and very friendly and welcoming hosts.”
• “I liked the location and the pool very much.”
• “We very like environment (farm, forrest, fields, animals)...”
• See more reviews of Bella Manga Country Escape

Ranked 21 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 7 of 33 for hotels in Plettenberg Bay.

• “Good location to see sights and peaceful retreat at end of the day”
• “A hidden gem!”
• “great stay!!”
• See more reviews of Fynbos Ridge Country House & Cottages

Ranked 22 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 8 of 33 for hotels in Plettenberg Bay.

• “Amazing experience!”
• “Very impressed with the lodge and what's on offer.”
• “Loved everything, the elephant experience and feeding and...”
• See more reviews of Knysna Elephant Park Lodge

Ranked 23 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 1 of 1 for hotels in Kleinberg.

• “Great family safari-lite experience”
• “A lovely stay everyone very helpful”
• “Not enough animals”
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Ranked 24 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 2 of 17 for hotels in Wilderness.

• “The best stay in Wilderness. Wished I could’ve stayed longer.”
• “Amazing views. Comfortable and well equipped room. Be ready for those steps up - not for the unfit.”
• “Lovely Views of Wilderness!”
• See more reviews of Boardwalk Lodge – Self-Catering

Ranked 25 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 9 of 33 for hotels in Plettenberg Bay.

• “Very nice small hotel with good food and drinks. Always lovely to stay at Barrington”
• “Thoroughly enjoyed our stay”
• “Exceptional service, interesting unique touches that made our stay special and we will be back.!”
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Ranked 26 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 1 of 9 for hotels in Sedgefield.

• “An unmatched retreat for nature lovers.”
• “It was amazing. Something different”
• “Magical night in the treetops”
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Ranked 27 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 2 of 22 for hotels in Hartenbos.

• “Probably the best stop on our three week tour.”
• “Beautiful location, luxurious comfortable tent.”
• “Game Drives with Wayne”
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Ranked 28 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 3 of 19 for hotels in George.

• “Great value for money and a beautiful hotel, will be back next trip.”
• “We will be back for a long stay”
• “Beautiful hotel in George”
• See more reviews of The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel

Ranked 29 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 1 of 8 for hotels in Stormsrivier.

• “view great ”
• “The Nature was awesome”
• “will definitely go again next trip to SA.”
• See more reviews of The Fernery Lodge & Spa

Ranked 30 out of 168 in the region, as well as being 7 of 25 for hotels in Knysna.

• “A little piece of heaven.”
• “Amazing hotel with the most amazing caring staff”
• “Superb.”
• See more reviews of The Lofts Boutique Hotel