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1. Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
5.0 star property
Wilderness Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (187 reviews)
"The staff were just the best, and the views can’t be beaten!"
United States
Whitney
The price is NT$5,468
NT$6,288 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

2. The Plettenberg Hotel

The Plettenberg Hotel
5.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"Wonderful location, super friendly staff"
Germany
Heike
The price is NT$9,398
NT$10,916 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
The Plettenberg Hotel
View from room

3. Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (115 reviews)
"Great facilities and excellent staff! "
United Kingdom
Peter
The price is NT$3,230
NT$3,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
Exterior

4. Turbine Hotel and Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa
5.0 star property
Thesen Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (186 reviews)
The price is NT$5,755
NT$6,684 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Turbine Hotel and Spa
Luxury Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, minibar, in-room safe, desk

5. Fancourt

Fancourt
5.0 star property
George
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (83 reviews)
"Beautiful property"
United States
Petro
The price is NT$9,591
NT$11,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Fancourt
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

6. Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
5.0 star property
Knysna
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (155 reviews)
"Amazing place."
United States
Ibrahima
The price is NT$7,772
NT$8,938 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
Terrace/patio

7. Beach Villa Wilderness

Beach Villa Wilderness
5.0 star property
Wilderness Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (148 reviews)
"Amazing location , beautifully appointed rooms and wonderful staff. This place has genuine wow factor ! "
United Kingdom
michael
The price is NT$5,139
NT$5,910 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Beach Villa Wilderness
Front of property - evening/night

8. Gondwana Game Reserve

Gondwana Game Reserve
5.0 star property
Mossel Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (179 reviews)
"Our house with a private pool was just amazing"
Sweden
Oskar
The price is NT$26,954
NT$33,147 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Gondwana Game Reserve
Children's play area - outdoor

9. Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges

Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
5.0 star property
Robberg Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (290 reviews)
"Great location "
United Kingdom
D
The price is NT$4,085
NT$4,698 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
Exterior

10. Tsala Treetop Lodge

Tsala Treetop Lodge
5.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"Best ever, nice experience, area around it perfect for nature lovers. The hotel location allows you to enjoy the night stars like no other place( except in the desert) "
United States
Saeeda
The price is NT$30,251
NT$34,789 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Tsala Treetop Lodge
Exterior

11. Tamodi Lodge and Stables

Tamodi Lodge and Stables
5.0 star property
Keurboomstrand
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Beautiful room and great staff. "
United Kingdom
Adrian Chi Meng
Tamodi Lodge and Stables
Superior Suite - Lake Facing - Lady Anne | Terrace/patio

12. St James of Knysna

St James of Knysna
5.0 star property
Knysna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (188 reviews)
The price is NT$6,195
NT$7,124 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
St James of Knysna
Exterior

13. Botlierskop Private Game Reserve

Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
5.0 star property
Klein Brak River
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (124 reviews)
"Perfect place to get away for a few days. Spacious cabin with a beautiful view. Exceptionally friendly and accommodating staff. The restaurant was also excellent."
United States
Maya
The price is NT$29,742
NT$35,493 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
Suite, Garden View | View from room

14. Hunter's Country House

Hunter's Country House
5.0 star property
Plettenberg Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (106 reviews)
"We come regularly to the Hunter's Country House as it is always very relaxing. The Hospitality, the Restaurant Options and the People make the difference ..."
Germany
Kerem
The price is NT$6,968
NT$8,013 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Hunter's Country House
Interior

15. Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
5.0 star property
Paradise
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (110 reviews)
"Just such a wonderful place. Nothing is too much trouble for them. It really is Paradise 10 stars all the way. "
United Kingdom
Wendy
The price is NT$8,328
NT$9,578 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

16. Villa Castollini

Villa Castollini
5.0 star property
Knysna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"The views from the room are exceptional! Good food, helpful staff. Would definitely recommend it."
Australia
Jo
The price is NT$2,515
NT$2,893 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Villa Castollini
Reception

17. THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
5.0 star property
Paradise
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
"Cannot rate this high enough, lovely staff, great rooms and awesome breakfast."
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is NT$6,934
NT$7,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Outdoor dining

18. Cinnamon Boutique

Cinnamon Boutique
5.0 star property
Wilderness
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"Ted was the best! Amazing service and beautiful place to stay!"
United States
Milanka
The price is NT$4,980
NT$5,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Cinnamon Boutique
Exterior

19. Crags Country Lodge

Crags Country Lodge
5.0 star property
The Crags
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"What a great Hotel in a fantastic location. Very friendly welcome, room was outstanding. "
United Kingdom
Peter
Crags Country Lodge
Bar (on property)

20. The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel

The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
George
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (26 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Gordon
The price is NT$5,120
NT$5,888 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
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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 travelers. 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.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in Garden Route?
You can find several pricing options for a 5-star hotel in Garden Route on Expedia. The amount you pay will depend on when you plan to travel, length of stay and other factors. Compare all of the available accommodations for your preferred dates and make use of our pricing and other filters to score the perfect luxury stay.

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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Garden Route?
In Garden Route, a hotel must provide a specific level of high-end conveniences to earn a 5-star rating. These may include on-site gyms, spas and saunas, gourmet restaurants, premium bedding, luxury toiletries and more. What also sets 5-star hotels apart is their guest-centric service. You can look forward to things like nightly turn-down services, concierge services and in-room massages. Some may also offer special touches like welcome gifts.