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A pool with a view of a sunset over a body of water and distant mountains.
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a table with a drink, and a view of the sea.
A room with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table with a book.
A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky outcrops, and dense vegetation.

1. The Plettenberg Hotel

The Plettenberg Hotel
Plettenberg Bay
Germany
Heike
HK$2,549
HK$2,961 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
The Plettenberg Hotel
A modern outdoor deck with wicker chairs and a glass balustrade overlooking a scenic landscape.
An indoor swimming pool with a view of the sunset, a mosaic wall, and seating areas.
A modern living room with a view of the ocean, a kitchen with marble countertops, and a chandelier.
A hanging chair with cushions in a room with large windows overlooking the ocean at sunset.

2. Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
Wilderness Beach
United States
Whitney
HK$1,371
HK$1,576 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
A coastal property with a large house, a swimming pool, and a view of the ocean and town at dusk.
A coastal property with a large building, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
An outdoor dining area with wooden flooring and tables set for a meal, overlooking a scenic view of the ocean and mountains.
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a central seating area, and a view through the glass doors.

3. Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
Plettenberg Bay
United Kingdom
Peter
HK$1,012
HK$1,164 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
A waterfront property with docked boats, a marina, and industrial buildings with chimneys.
A modern living area with a kitchen, dining space, and a balcony with a view of the water.
A waterfront property with a modern building, a dock, and a swimming pool.
A modern kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a view of a body of water and hills.

4. Turbine Hotel and Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa
Thesen Island
United States
Gregory
HK$1,435
HK$1,667 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Turbine Hotel and Spa
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a table, and an umbrella.
A beachside view with a sunset, a wooden deck with white lounge chairs, and a rocky shoreline.
A modern building with a glass facade overlooking a beach at sunset.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

5. Beach Villa Wilderness

Beach Villa Wilderness
Wilderness Beach
United Kingdom
michael
HK$1,288
HK$1,481 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Beach Villa Wilderness
A balcony with a view of a calm lake, a dock with a boat, and a table with a bottle and glasses.
A large house with a swimming pool, a garden, and a pergola.
A room with a view of a lake, a wooden table with a decanter and two glasses of red wine, and a bed with a teal bedspread.
A large, multi-story hotel with a waterfront view, a dock with a boat, and a well-maintained lawn.

6. St James of Knysna

St James of Knysna
Knysna
United States
Lillian
HK$1,547
HK$1,779 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
St James of Knysna
A wooden boardwalk leading to a sandy beach with ocean views.
A spacious dining area with high ceilings, wooden beams, and hanging plants. Tables are set with white tablecloths and surrounded by wicker chairs.
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture and a view of the ocean.
A spacious living room with a view of the ocean, furnished with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

7. Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges

Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
Robberg Beach
United Kingdom
D
HK$1,291
HK$1,485 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa, a desk, and a view of the garden through a glass door.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a collection of bookshelves.
An outdoor garden setting with tables and chairs arranged for dining, surrounded by lush greenery and a building in the background.

8. Hunter's Country House

Hunter's Country House
Plettenberg Bay
Germany
Kerem
HK$2,080
HK$2,392 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hunter's Country House
A spacious lounge area with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, a central tree, and a bar with shelves of bottles.
A glass door leading to an outdoor area with a metal fence and trees.
A hotel room with a large window offering a mountain view, a bed with a brown blanket, a desk with a chair, and a modern wall design.
A modern two-story house with a stone facade, large windows, and a landscaped front yard with potted plants.

9. The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel

The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
George
United States
Gordon
HK$1,274
HK$1,466 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas overlooking a scenic landscape.
A spacious indoor area with a large window overlooking a landscape, a seating area with wicker furniture, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
An outdoor wooden deck with benches and tables, surrounded by trees and a thatched roof structure with string lights.
A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, seating areas, and a large indoor plant.

10. Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
Knysna
United States
Ibrahima
HK$1,921
HK$2,209 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
A swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a wooden deck.
A beach with footprints, a white umbrella, and a chair.
A spacious room with a high ceiling, a stone wall, a wooden reception desk, a dining area with chairs and a table, and two large hanging light fixtures.
A buffet with various cheeses, fruits, and breads.

11. The Old Rectory

The Old Rectory
Plettenberg Bay
United Kingdom
LOUISE
HK$2,670
HK$3,071 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Old Rectory
A breakfast buffet with various foods and drinks, a painting on the wall, and a chef in motion.
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a wooden stool, a vase with flowers, and a view of greenery outside.
A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a small table with books.

12. Tamodi Lodge and Stables

Tamodi Lodge and Stables
Keurboomstrand
United Kingdom
Adrian Chi Meng
Tamodi Lodge and Stables
A balcony with a view of the ocean and a mountainous landscape.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a separate shower area, and a vanity with a sink.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower area, and a view of the ocean.
A deck with wooden flooring, a pool, and lounge chairs overlooking the ocean.

13. Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat
Knysna
South Africa
Lee
HK$1,845
HK$2,122 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Head over Hills Luxury Retreat
A modern living room with a fireplace, glass shelves, and a view to the outside.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and fireplace. Large windows offer a view of the sea.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, a fireplace, and a view of the sea.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a round mirror, and a view of the sea.

14. Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Paradise
United States
William
HK$1,855
HK$2,134 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
A resort with a wooden deck, a swimming pool, and thatched-roof huts.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a view, and a dining area with a bottle of champagne.
A dining area with a table set for two, overlooking a scenic landscape.
A spacious living area with a view of mountains, a wooden coffee table, and two white lamps.

15. Gondwana Game Reserve

Gondwana Game Reserve
Mossel Bay
United Kingdom
Jordan
HK$6,756
HK$8,308 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Gondwana Game Reserve
An outdoor wooden deck with seating and a glass door leading to a modern interior.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.
A cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and shelves with plants.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, built-in shelving, a central blue chest of drawers, a sofa, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

16. Crags Country Lodge

Crags Country Lodge
The Crags
United Kingdom
Peter
Crags Country Lodge
A resort with a swimming pool, wooden deck, and a mountain backdrop.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a stone wall, and a view of a river and hills.
A modern building with a water feature and a view of the surrounding hills.
A large, modern hotel with multiple guest rooms, a dining area, and a view of a mountain.

17. Botlierskop Private Game Reserve

Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
Klein Brak River
United States
Maya
HK$7,454
HK$8,896 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a desk lamp, a chair, and a bedside table with a lamp.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.
A golf course with a pond, trees, and a building in the background.
A modern building with a white facade, large windows, and a landscaped garden with various plants and trees.

18. Fancourt

Fancourt
George
United States
Petro
HK$2,328
HK$2,704 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Fancourt
A stone building with a glass facade and a wooden deck leading to a pool.
A dining area with a stone fireplace, wooden tables, and chairs.
A wooden deck with a patterned rug, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A log cabin with a pool, wooden deck, and outdoor seating area.

19. Tsala Treetop Lodge

Tsala Treetop Lodge
Plettenberg Bay
United States
Saeeda
HK$9,116
HK$10,483 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Tsala Treetop Lodge
A dining table with two plates of food and drinks, surrounded by chairs and umbrellas.
A spacious dining area with a large wooden table, chairs, and a chandelier. There is a kitchen area with a refrigerator and a sink in the background.
A poolside area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror. There is a window with curtains, a plant, and a view of the outdoors.

20. Cinnamon Boutique

Cinnamon Boutique
Wilderness
United States
Milanka
HK$1,244
HK$1,431 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Cinnamon Boutique
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