One-Bedroom Luxury Suite
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Sunset View from Forest Lodge
Enjoy breathtaking views over Walker Bay to the distant Cape of Good Hope
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Forest Lodge Restaurant
A culinary and sensory experience here that you won’t soon forget.
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Forest Lodge
Main Forest Lodge with infinity pool.
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Forest Lodge Lounge
Relaxing times in the Forest Lodge lounge.
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Forest Lodge Entrance
View when entering Forest Lodge.
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One-Bedroom Luxury Suite
Secluded, tranquil and opulent, these are suites for romance, contemplation and connecting deeply with both nature and yourself.
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Suite Bedroom
Floor-to-ceiling windows and a giant canopy bed enrich your experience.
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Forest Lodge Champagne Bar
With its clean lines, elegant ceilings and expansive windows, Forest Lodge is the place you retreat to for blissful contemplation or for connecting with yourself or nature.
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Forest Lodge Wine Cellar
The Forest Lodge Wine Cellar is the perfect venue for a romantic candle-lit dinner.
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Suite Bathroom
A separate shower and toilet, as well as an en-suite bathroom give you the ultimate in privacy and convenience.
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Suite Lounge
Underfloor heating, heated towel rails and a cozy fireplace add the extra comfort factor.
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Forest Lodge Boma
A magical boma under Milkwoof trees for experiential dining.
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Forest Lodge Pool Deck
An infinity pool and cocktail deck with unbeatable views.
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Forest Lodge Pool Deck
Whether you sit out on our deck in the fresh air or snuggle by the fire, you’ll enjoy a culinary and sensory experience here that you won’t soon forget.
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Forest Lodge Bar
Gaze at the ocean views and while sipping on award-winning wines.
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Forest Lodge Outside Decks
A sophisticated modern design that reflects the natural beauty of its surroundings.
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Culinary Experiences
Meals at our restaurant are perfect for enjoying time with loved ones, as you gaze at the ocean views and taste award-winning wines from local producers, all recommended by our expert sommelier.
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Culinary Experiences
Home-made honey ice-cream made with the single blossom Grootbos Erica irregularis honey.
With breathtaking panoramic views of mountain and sea, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve is a luxurious pristine paradise showcasing the splendour of the Cape Floral Kingdom and the incredible marine life of the southern tip of Africa.
Situated 2 hours from Cape Town, Grootbos is the perfect base to discover all the magnificent attractions of the Cape, offering an extensive variety of guided experiences and luxurious facilities.
Nestled in an ancient Milkwood forest surrounded by rolling hills of fynbos and majestic mountains, the accommodation and lodges at Grootbos offer a complete immersion into the pristine natural surroundings within the gentle embrace of comfort and luxury.
The Forest Lodge is a masterpiece of sophisticated and contemporary design, reflecting the breathtaking natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. The clean lines, high ceilings and large windows frame and accentuate the incredible sweeping views across the rolling hills of fynbos and the whale sanctuary of Walker Bay beyond. On a clear day, it’s possible to see all the way to Cape Point! Orientated towards the setting sun, every evening offers another grand spectacle of light and colour.
The 16 freestanding luxury suites are accessed via an enchanted cobbled pathway beneath the ancient forest canopy. Each of the freestanding suites are stylishly furnished with luxurious canopy beds, spacious en suite bathrooms, separate lounges with cosy fireplaces and private wooden decks with spectacular panoramic views.
The main lodge features a variety of elegant dining venues, a bar, lounge, curio shop and conference centre. Spacious wooden decks and an infinity pool beckon you to relax, unwind and enjoy the soothing tranquility. As the evening descends, cosy fireplaces and subtle lighting create a warm, romantic atmosphere for the perfect dining experience.
Grootbos is about more than just luxury accommodation and eco adventures. Your visit directly contributes to the conservation efforts of the Grootbos Foundation as well as the development of sustainable nature-based livelihoods amongst local communities. It is this core philosophy of conservation linked with social development that has made Grootbos an award-winning pioneer in sustainable tourism. Grootbos calls it Progressive Tourism and invites you to be a part of it.
