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The Old Rectory

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel in Plettenberg Bay with spa and outdoor pool

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Overlooking the ocean, The Old Rectory offers a serene escape with 18 holes of golf and a soothing garden. Unwind at the spa, enjoy sun-kissed moments by the pool or sip on your favorite drink at the bar.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room
  • Room service
  • In-room childcare
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Separate bedroom
  • Television
The current price is $227
$261 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29

Room options

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Luxury Suite, Garden Area | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Suite, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Suite, Poolside | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Suite, Poolside

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Cnr Bull and Meeding Street., Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, 6600

What's nearby

  • Old Timber Shed - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Plettenberg Bay Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Van Plettenberg Beacon - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St Peters Anglican Church - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Robberg Nature Reserve - 12 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barrington’s - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dough & co - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Plato Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Le Fournil De Plett Bakery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Fat Fish - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Old Rectory

The Old Rectory is a great choice for your beach stay in Plettenberg Bay, putting you near activities like snorkeling and windsurfing. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in deep-tissue massages at the spa. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. A steam room, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 10 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1777
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 8 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Cash deposit: ZAR 3600.0 per night

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 8 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Old Rectory Hotel Plettenberg Bay

Old Rectory Hotel

Old Rectory Plettenberg Bay

Old Rectory

The Old Rectory Hotel

The Old Rectory Plettenberg Bay

The Old Rectory Hotel Plettenberg Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does The Old Rectory offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Old Rectory does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Old Rectory?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Old Rectory?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Old Rectory?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Old Rectory?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at The Old Rectory and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, horseback riding, and snorkeling. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. The Old Rectory also has a steam room and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Old Rectory?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does The Old Rectory have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

What's the area around The Old Rectory like?

The Old Rectory is a short 6-minute walk from Plettenberg Bay Beach and 13 minutes' walk from St Peters Anglican Church.

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Reviews

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9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.8

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was great. Friendly staff, great room, very clean.
LOUISE, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Flawless really. Great staff, well thought out bed rooms, main building and pool, located very near the beach.
Simon, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This was a great hotel with an amazing restaurant and very nice staff. Out rooms were really nice with amazing showers! Only the pool area is a bit small.
Heiko, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely property, friendly staff, cute bar and excellent breakfast
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A perfect place to unwind and enjoy the amazing weather and beautiful surroundings. Excellent clean and well designed accommodation, professional friendly staff that go out of their way to assist you and ensure you enjoy your stay. Delicious food for breakfast and at the 1777 restaurant. Excellent.
Jose, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good

Rooms are on the small side and the price per night is way too high for what is offered
Shaun, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely boutique hotel

This was part of trip where we had a longer stay of 3 nights we really enjoyed it here the hotel had a lot of character, rooms were nice not huge but had all that you needed. It was a good location for very good nearby restaurants, and a nice but busy beach within walking distance, also boat trips within walking distance. The food was amazing very large portions. Anything you need the staff will help with bookings for boat trips and restaurants. Very enjoyable stay.
Julie, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Brand new hotel for the discerning traveller

Brand new hotel. Staff training teething problems.
Bruce A, 6-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Freundliches Personal, 2 min zum Strand, super Massage und gutes Frühstück.
Andrea, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel de charme organisé autour d’un ancien presbytère. Équipe au petit soin, piscine très agréable et de très bon vins
Eric, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Außergewöhnlich tolles Hotel in bester Lage! Besonders die „kleinen Aufmerksamkeiten“, Service und das freundliche Personal haben uns begeistert!
Hans, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A dream venue

This place is perfect! 2 minute walk to the beach, amazing rooms, and great food. The staff were really accommodating and generous with their support for activities and queries. On a rainy day, I decided to book a treatment at the spa and it was excellent! My favourite aspect of this venue was their display of South African artists. I adored the art and even managed to visit some of the artists studios after leaving the hotel to make purchases. Highly recommend this venue.
Tigest, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Favourite Spot in my Favourite Town

Absolutely love the rectory, it feels like you are at a retreat close to the beach. we always have the most relaxing time here. The decor is amazing, and the establishment is clean and well run.
Alex, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect

This place was AMAZING! The staff were lovely. The building itself is an architectural treat, and the room was perfect. The food...wow! For sure, make sure you try the Shakshuka for breakfast. They even packed me a perfect hiking breakfast for a day of early morning hiking. The beach is 2 seconds from the accomodation and was beautiful (and safe!). One a rainy day, I visited their on ground spa and was not disappointed. My favourite thing about the place was their artwork - largely featuring local artists. I loved their art so much I visited one of the artists studios (in Knysna) and bought up big! Clearly...I highly recommend this place :)
Tigest, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended

We were absolutely spoilt by the hotel staff. The service was fantastic and little personal touches every day added to the overall experience. The food was great. Free breakfast had a great selection of freshly prepared dishes. Lots of space around the pool. 2min walk to the beach, 10min walk along the beach to a few restaurants, ATM, a cafe. A hidden gem in a perfect location!
Agnieszka, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Incredible! The rooms are impeccably clean, modern and fresh, and the staff provide many additional thoughtful touches. Dinner was superb in the restaurant, and the location was everything!
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect

Plett’s the perfect place as base for garden route holiday - the old Rectory was simply amazing
3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I loved every minute of my 8 nights. The hotel was charming, the staff so kind and helpful and the food delicious. My room was always spotless and was very stylish with everything I needed and a little bit of outside space.
8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Mit Abstand die beste Unterkunft auf unserer Südafrika Reise. Super Hotelanlage, bester Service! Das Frühstück + Abendessen waren hervorragend. Wir müssen unbedingt wieder kommen. Nur zu empfehlen!
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place

Spent two nights here and loved it. Great location and service to discover the surroundings. Also amazing choice of breakfast!
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely gorgeous hotel, fantastic staff and food. A beautiful haven here in Plettenberg
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel in historic setting.

A lovely small hotel, nicely furnished, quiet, a good location near the beach and with an excellent and creative restaurant.
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic boutique hotel, beautifully designed, integrating art from South Artists and keeping with the heritage of the property. The staff were friendly, warm and professional and provided an excellent service. The hotel has a lovely pool, and is 2 min walk from the beach.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room, service and food

Excellent in all aspects, would recommend. Under rated dining, both steak and fish cooked to highest level, room large, quirky lay out and very good facilities
John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful new hotel by the beach

Beautiful new hotel set in historic building in lovely gardens right by the beach. The pool area was relaxing and the service was generally great (a few staff seemed new and had to check on things before giving us answers, but everyone was very friendly, warm, and professional). We didn’t eat at the restaurant for dinner but the drinks and breakfast were great. The massage at the spa was just ok, but good value for the price. The beach in front of the hotel is stunning (but the water is freezing), and they will set up beach chairs and umbrellas for you on request. The rooms were new and very comfortable, the only thing we didn’t like is that the open plan shower got water all over the place (though it looked great, not super functional). Overall a wonderful stay, we wished we had planned an additional day here to relax on our road trip.
Rachel, 1-night trip