Category Archives: Plettenberg Bay

Marrakesh Self-catering Apartment

Garden Route Backpacker

Marrakesh Self-catering Apartment is located in Plettenberg Bay, situated along the world-famous Garden Route. The apartment located is within that 500 m from the beach, a grocery store, restaurants and a fuel station.

The apartment can accommodate up to 6 guests and comprises 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an open-plan kitchen and living area. The main bedroom contains a king-size bed. The second bedroom contains 2 single beds that can be converted into a king-size bed on request and the third bedroom contains a queen-size bed.

The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering and contains a stove, oven, fridge-freezer, microwave, and cutlery and crockery. The dining area has seating space for 6 people, while the lounge has a comfy lounge suite and a flat-screen TV. A beautiful, sunny, patio with dining facilities completes the scene.

A book library and toy box are there for guest enjoyment and for babies a camp cot and eating chair is provided. Braai facilities are offered in the complex.

The central beach is a further 200 m away.

26 Riverclub Villas

Garden Route Backpacker

26 Riverclub Villas is a self-catering holiday unit located in The Riverclub, well known as wonderful family-friendly accommodation set in the heart of Plettenberg Bay. With the Piesang River fringing the resort and just a short walk from the beach, its large park-like gardens, huge shady trees and safe paved roads make it the ideal base for your holiday. Add to this is the 24-hour security, swimming pool, tennis courts and squash courts and you have a winner.

The unit is spacious and comfortable, with a large open plan living area, fully fitted kitchen and patio, with braai facilities, 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The main bedroom, with queen-size bed, has a door opening on to the patio, and an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower. The second bedroom has 2 single beds, and there is a main bathroom fitted with a bath. This is a ground floor apartment.

All linen and towels are provided but guests are required to bring their own swimming towels. There is a TV with a DVD player, and the unit is wired for DStv which is available on request. Wi-Fi is an added bonus. There is a washing machine in the kitchen and tumble-dryer in the garage. There is both garage and outside parking. There is room for a small trailer. Sorry, no pets are permitted.

Harkerville Forest Lodge

Garden Route Backpacker

Harkerville Forest Lodge is a lovely owner-run establishment situated on the “Golden Mile” of the Garden Route. The property is situated within the boundaries of SanParks, in a tranquil forest setting. The basic but comfortable accommodation facilities on offer is perfect for nature lovers.

Accommodation comprise of a forest chalet, a fully equipped self-catering unit that can accommodate up to 5 guests, log cabins that can accommodate between 1 and 4 guests, guesthouse rooms and a campsite. A privately owned 3-bedroom house is also available as an option.

A restaurant, Akkedis, is available for breakfasts and dinners that is served by prior arrangement only. Other facilities include a swimming pool, volley ball court, zip line (foefieslide) and a licensed bar with pool table. Secure on-site parking is available to all guests.

Harkerville is the perfect launching point for hiking trails in the area. Guests can also enjoy sightings of bushbuck and knysna loeries from the deck while enjoying a braai or sundowner.

Riverclub 4217

Garden Route Backpacker

At Riverclub 4217 is a spacious, luxurious and well-equipped self-catering home, that is centrally located in the coastal town of Plettenberg Bay within the popular Riverclub development on the banks of the Piesang River. Here you can rest your soul. This 5-bedroom home provides a first-rate base from which to enjoy the area’s stunning beaches, breathtaking forests and natural surroundings. It is also a mere 5 minute drive to the golf course and gym facilities.

The security complex offers a fresh water swimming pool, fenced in but with no net or covering, and two tennis courts and squash courts. It is a 10 minute walk to Central Beach and Beacon Isle Shopping Centre which offers a Spar shop, a pharmacy, dentist, doctor, various restaurants and a liquor store.

This upmarket home with sun-basked interior spaces is furnished in minimalist neutral sand colours complemented by quality finishes. The large open-plan living areas lead to a patio with outdoor dining facilities, overlooking a pond and well-maintained gardens. There is underfloor heating in the living areas and a gas fireplace in the lounge for the colder winter months.

The ground-floor consists of a open-plan lounge, dining room leading onto a patio with braai facilities, fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, tumble-dryer, washing machine, double door fridge-freezer, microwave and stove, 1 spacious luxury twin bedroom, a guest toilet, and a double garage.

The first-floor consists of 4 spacious luxury bedrooms, of which 3 are doubles and 1 is a twin room. 3 of the lead out to balconies. The double rooms each contain an en-suite bathroom with a bath, a shower, a basin and a toilet. The twin room has access to a separate bathroom with a bath, a shower, a basin and a toilet. All of the rooms lead into a TV room.

There are TVs on the ground and first floor with local channels, and a DVD player with surround sound. Full DStv (Explora) is available at an additional charge out of season (in season it is included). Other facilities at the house include a baby camping cot, high chair and walking ring, tennis rackets and balls, beach chairs, an umbrella, beach bats and balls, boogie-boards and beach towels, electric blankets, heaters and fans, and a safe in the main bedroom for valuables. 24-hour security and secure parking is provided. A cleaning service is available at an additional fee.

Moonsong Backpackers

Garden Route Backpacker

Moonsong Backpackers is located just outside the city center of Plettenberg Bay, situated among peaceful surroundings, you will discover the friendly and homely atmosphere of Moonsong Backpackers.

Albergo for Backpackers

Garden Route Backpacker

Albergo for Backpackers is conveniently situated within easy walking distance from the beach, shops, restaurants, and nightlife, in the bustling coastal town of Plettenberg Bay. Dolphins and whales are often spotted cruising the beautiful bay from the balcony.

Amakaya Backpackers

Garden Route Backpacker

Amakaya means ‘home’ and we strive to make Amakaya Backpackers your ‘home-away-from-home. We cater for the traditional type backpacking experience and also offer our nearby Backpacker Apartments as a more private option.

Backpacker Apartments

Garden Route Backpacker

Backpacker Apartments in Plettenberg Bay consists of 5 apartments (flats) situated across from the transport hub of Plett. It is a 100m walk from the shops and restaurants of Plettenberg Bay’s Main Street. Walking distance to Central Beach.