Hunters Country House is a country-style hotel in the countryside near Plettenberg Bay, set among gardens and trees rather than on the beachfront. It suits travellers who want space, birdsong and a slower rhythm than the seaside strip, with the town and its beaches a short drive away. The buildings follow the traditional country-house style, with thatched roofs, shaded verandas and rooms spread across the grounds, and the setting is quiet at night. There is a pool in the gardens and a restaurant and bar on site, so you can eat without driving back into town after a full day. Guest reviews on travel sites are worth reading before you book, as they will tell you which room types, views and seasons suit you best. It is a natural base for couples, for older travellers and for families who like to wander around gardens and for anyone who wants a country feel within easy reach of Robberg Nature Reserve, the Keurbooms River and the Crags.
Where it is and how to get around: the hotel lies a short drive from central Plettenberg Bay, in the rural area between the town and the Crags. You will want a car, since the beaches, the shops and the sanctuaries are all a drive away, and most visitors on a Garden Route road trip will have one anyway. Check the map when you book, because distances to the beach, Robberg and the Crags vary by route, and ask the hotel about transfers if you are flying into George or Plettenberg Bay airfield.
The rooms and who it suits
Expect a mix of room types spread across the property, from standard rooms to larger suites and family arrangements. The details of beds, views and facilities differ by room, so read the descriptions and recent guest comments before choosing. The hotel suits couples looking for a romantic retreat, groups of friends who want a quiet base and families who value gardens over a beach address. If you are travelling with children, ask about extra beds, cots and any age rules for the pool.
Good to know
Country-style properties often have a restaurant that is a draw in its own right, so check whether breakfast is included in your rate and whether dinner needs to be booked ahead in the busy holiday season. Plettenberg Bay is at its busiest in December and at Easter, when rooms in all categories go quickly, so book early.
Outside the peak, you will often find quieter roads and easier reservations. Use the hotel as a base for a seal trip, the Robberg walk, a morning at Monkeyland and Birds of Eden, and an afternoon on the beach. Confirm check-in times, parking arrangements and the pet policy directly with the hotel, and carry some cash for tips and small purchases in the village.
Why stay here
- ✓Garden setting
- ✓Swimming pool
- ✓On-site restaurant
- ✓Bar
- ✓On-site parking
- ✓Wi-Fi
- ✓Thatched country-house rooms
- ✓Family-friendly grounds
Good questions
Is Hunters Country House on the beach?+
No, it is in the countryside near Plettenberg Bay, so plan to drive to the beaches, Robberg and the Crags. Check the map for the distance.
Is breakfast included?+
It depends on your rate. Check the rate details when you book, and ask whether dinner reservations are needed in the busy summer season.
When should I book?+
Book early for December and Easter, when Plettenberg Bay is at its busiest. Outside the peak, availability is usually easier.
