Lion Roars The Robberg Beach Lodge | Plettenberg Bay
Set at the centre of the wide sweep of Robberg Beach in Plettenberg Bay, The Robberg Beach Lodge offers, Robberg House, Beachy Head Villa, Cottage Pie and Cordovan Villa, four luxurious villas in a remarkable location. Together, these four villas offer boutique holiday accommodation right on the beach.
The Robberg Beach Lodge is nestled in the heart of the world-famous Garden Route. Plettenberg Bay is a destination of distinction for all holiday guests and travellers in South Africa. It is world-renowned for the splendour of its sky and seascapes, and for the unspoilt beauty of its lagoons and beaches.
Just five minutes by car from the bustling restaurants, galleries, coffee shops and bars of Plettenberg Bay's Main street, The Robberg is a tranquil beachside haven. This understated, private retreat boasts 5-star luxury guesthouse accommodation with bed and breakfast facilities, and is ideally situated at Robberg’s beautiful Blue Flag Beach.
Our Standard Room offers a comfortable stay, featuring either a king-size bed or twin beds to suit your preference. Designed for convenience, the private bathroom includes a large bath and a refreshing shower for a quick and energising start to the day. Located just a short stroll across the road from the beach, guests can effortlessly enjoy the coastal beauty and unwind in a relaxed setting. With its simple yet welcoming atmosphere, this room provides an excellent blend of comfort and accessibility for travellers.
This well-appointed, compact Economy Room offers a comfortable and practical stay. It features a cozy queen-size bed, ensuring a restful night's sleep. The private bathroom is designed for convenience, including both a bath and a shower for ultimate relaxation and ease. A very small courtyard provides a touch of outdoor space, perfect for fresh air and a quiet moment. With its simple yet inviting atmosphere, this room is ideal for travelers seeking comfort and value.
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Our Standard rooms are situated in a peaceful area away from the main road and main lodge, offering a tranquil retreat. The rooms feature relaxed beach-style décor that enhances the serene atmosphere. Modern amenities include hot/cold air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities, and free Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay. A private ensuite with shower offers complimentary toiletries for added convenience. Enjoy the perfect blend of relaxation and modern comfort.
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Our Standard rooms open onto the Cottage Pie pool area and are situated in a peaceful area away from the main road and main lodge, offering a tranquil retreat. The rooms feature relaxed beach-style décor that enhances the serene atmosphere. Modern amenities include hot/cold air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities, and free Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay. A private ensuite with shower offers complimentary toiletries for added convenience and ultimate relaxation.
Our Self-Catering Apartment is perfect for families with young children or anyone needing a little extra space. The open-plan living area includes a kitchenette equipped with an oven, stove, microwave, kettle, toaster, and small fridge. A sofa bed is also provided for additional sleeping space. A private, light-filled ensuite bathroom incorporates a freestanding bath and a shower. Modern amenities include free Wi-Fi and hot/cold air conditioning, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay for your family.
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Our Sea View Rooms at Beachy Head Villa offer breathtaking views over Robberg’s Blue Flag beach and the Robberg peninsula and are paired with elegant décor and thoughtful attention to detail. Each room includes free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee facilities, hot/cold air conditioning, a minibar and a television. The private ensuite bathroom features a walk-in shower, toilet, wash basin, and bathroom amenities.
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Our Luxury Suites all have private balconies overlooking gardens and extremely spacious bathrooms & floorplans. These suites are all child friendly, each with a queen-size sofa bed that can comfortably accommodate 2 children up to age 11 sharing with adults. All suites have bathrooms with separate showers, heated towel rails and double basins, heating/cooling air-conditioning, flat-screen TV with selected cable channels, and minibar and tea/coffee making facilities. If you are travelling with children, please let us know how old your children are so that we can arrange for the best accommodation arrangements for them.
All rooms have lovely garden views and spacious floorplans. Please see our website for specific details of each room. All Double/Twin rooms have separate bath and shower, with the exception of Cordovan Villa Room 4 which has a double-volume shower. All rooms offer heated towel rails, minibar and tea/coffee making facilities, as well as heating-cooling aircon and flat-screen TV. A mixture of cable internet and wifi is available in these rooms. All rooms have kingsize beds convertible to twins. Double/Twin Luxury Rooms are not suitable for children sharing: please book a Suite if you are travelling with children and wish to share with them: all our Suites are child-friendly.
Our Luxury Suites are ideal for families traveling with small children or couples who enjoy having plenty of space. Each room is beautifully decorated and includes a sofa bed, accommodating up to 2 adults and 2 young children. This room offers a bath and shower in the ensuite bathroom for ultimate relaxation. Equipped with all the modern amenities needed for a comfortable and memorable stay, including air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and tea and coffee-making facilities.
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These Suites provide spacious accommodation with a charming feel. French doors open up to a private balcony overlooking a quiet crescent, making it perfect for couples or families. A spacious ensuite bathroom allows for privacy and relaxation, offering a bath, shower and complimentary toiletries. Each suite includes amenities such as a minibar, coffee-making facilities, free Wi-Fi, and air conditioning.
Our Sea View Suites with Balcony provide an elegant retreat with breathtaking ocean vistas and ample space to unwind. Each suite features a private balcony, offering uninterrupted views of the sea — perfect for soaking in the beauty of the horizon. Thoughtfully designed interiors blend modern luxury with comfort, complemented by a stylish lounge area ideal for relaxation. The ensuite bathroom with large bathtub and shower allows for ultimate privacy and convenience, while a range of premium amenities—including free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee facilities, a fully stocked minibar and hot/cold air conditioning—creates an effortlessly enjoyable stay. With a generous room size of approximately 50m², these suites promise an unforgettable experience of coastal serenity.
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Property Facilities
Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Internet Access (Complimentary), Malaria Free, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Electrical Outlets, Fridge, Heated Towel Rails, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Verandah
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Room Service
Activities Nearby
Adrenaline Activities, Animal Encounters, Art Galleries, Beach, Big 5, Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Boating, Canoeing, Catch-and-release Fishing, Child Friendly Activities, Cycling, Deep Sea Fishing, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, General Sightseeing, Golf, Helicopter Rides, Hiking, Horse Riding, Kayaking / Paddling, Marine Adventures, Marine Tidal Pool, Mountain Biking, Paragliding, Quad Biking, River Cruises, Safaris, Sailing, Scenic Flights, Scuba Diving, Sea Kayaking, Shark Cage Diving, Sky Diving, Surfing, Tennis Court, Walks (Self Guided), Water Skiing, Wildlife Tours, Windsurfing, Wine Tasting
Robberg Beach, only a 2 minute walk from the lodge is popular for shore based dolphin and whale watching, striking views of Robberg Peninsula as well as lengthy strolls. This snow white sandy beach stretches for kilometres between the Robberg Peninsula and Beacon Island. The beach has lifesavers in season, ablution facilities, a deck, boardwalks and benches as well as chair and umbrella rentals and various parking spots.
Plettenberg Bay is home to two superb golf courses, both less than a fifteen-minute drive from The Robberg Beach Lodge. The signature Goose Valley and Turtle Creek course and the Plettenberg Bay Country Club course both offer unique golfing experiences in spectacular surroundings.
In addition, the Jack Niklaus signature course at Simola and the spectacular Pezula championship course are only a 30 minute drive away from the Robberg, in nearby Knysna. Both of these courses are ranked in the Golf Digest top 30 in South Africa. We're happy to assist with reservations at these courses.
Pre-booking is essential at these very popular courses, so please book ahead of time to make sure you don't miss out on a great golf experience during your stay with us.
Robberg Nature Reserve offers great walking and hiking trails and is an excellent view site for cliff based whale and dolphin sightings. There are three circular walks of various lengths, caves, and extensive information about Robberg’s geology, archaeology and existing marine life. If you like to live on the wild side, then the Robberg Nature Reserve will appeal to you.
In early June, southern right whales leave their Antarctic feeding ground to frolic in the warm waters of the Cape coast.
Here they mate, calve and generally hang out, occasionally flopping a tail up, or sticking their heads out of the water to check out the humans.
Robberg House has 2 large viewing decks that offer out-of-this-world views, perfect for viewing the whales and dolphins in the bay.
Bramon Wine Estate, is a boutique vineyard and is the first and only Estate this far East of the Western Cape, situated 20km East of Plettenberg Bay in a mountainous area called The Crags.
This family run estate has broken new ground by pioneering vineyards in the Plettenberg Bay area, producing an award winning Methode Cap Classique sparkling wine and now a beautiful still wine The Crags has added to the range.