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Victoria & Alfred Hotel | Cape Town
15 Feb 2023 - 19 Feb 2023
History and modern luxury merge to create ageless beauty at the Victoria & Alfred Hotel, which was built in 1904 as the North Quay Warehouse. This iconic establishment was named after Queen Victoria and her son, Prince Alfred who played an intrinsic role in the establishment of the Breakwater Basin – now the V&A Waterfront.
The hotel is located in the very heart of this internationally acclaimed destination and is a sophisticated retreat amid the buzz. It offers some of the most enviable views of Cape Town Harbour, Table Mountain and the slick city that stretches out at the foot of this Natural Wonder. Timeless elegance and personalised luxury are found at the award-winning Victoria & Alfred Hotel.
Attention to detail, its elegance and an outstanding reputation have set this hotel apart as one of Cape Town’s finest establishments. A luxurious stay awaits at each of the 94 well-appointed, contemporary rooms, with views of the Alfred Basin, Table Mountain or the piazza. Warm personal service makes guests feel at home instantly.
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The 34 Mountain Facing Rooms boast beautiful views over the Alfred Basin and Table Mountain, which provides guests with the best possible Cape Town-experience.
•Average Room Size: 38 m² to 44 m²
•Swivel television with satellite channels
•Mini bar
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•King size bed
•Luxurious 400 thread count Egyptian cotton bedding
•Air conditioning
•Writing desk and leather folder
•En-suite bathroom
•Bathrobes and slippers
•Hairdryer
•Ironing board and iron
•International plugs
•Electronic safe
The 34 Piazza Facing Rooms offer views of the energetic piazza. Hints of the Waterfront culture, that includes traditional music and performers, can be absorbed from these rooms.
•Average Room Size: 38 m² to 44 m²
•Swivel television with satellite channels
•Mini bar
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•King size bed
•Luxurious 400 thread count Egyptian cotton bedding
•Air conditioning
•Writing desk and leather folder
•En-suite bathroom
•Bathrobes and slippers
•Hairdryer
•Ironing board and iron
•International plugs
•Electronic safe
The 26 stylish Loft Rooms offer views of either Table Mountain or the piazza, through automated windows.
•Average room size: 36 m²
•Swivel television with satellite channels
•Mini bar
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•King size bed
•Luxurious 400 thread count Egyptian cotton bedding
•Air conditioning
•Writing desk and leather folder
•En-suite bathroom
•Bathrobes and slippers
•Hairdryer
•Ironing board and iron
•International plugs
•Electronic safe
The 34 Mountain Facing Rooms boast beautiful views over the Alfred Basin and Table Mountain, which provides guests with the best possible Cape Town-experience.
•Average Room Size: 38 m² to 44 m²
•Swivel television with satellite channels
•Mini bar
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•King size bed
•Luxurious 400 thread count Egyptian cotton bedding
•Air conditioning
•Writing desk and leather folder
•En-suite bathroom
•Bathrobes and slippers
•Hairdryer
•Ironing board and iron
•International plugs
•Electronic safe
The 34 Piazza Facing Rooms offer views of the energetic piazza. Hints of the Waterfront culture, that includes traditional music and performers, can be absorbed from these rooms.
•Average Room Size: 38 m² to 44 m²
•Swivel television with satellite channels
•Mini bar
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•King size bed
•Luxurious 400 thread count Egyptian cotton bedding
•Air conditioning
•Writing desk and leather folder
•En-suite bathroom
•Bathrobes and slippers
•Hairdryer
•Ironing board and iron
•International plugs
•Electronic safe
The 26 stylish Loft Rooms offer views of either Table Mountain or the piazza, through automated windows.
•Average room size: 36 m²
•Swivel television with satellite channels
•Mini bar
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•King size bed
•Luxurious 400 thread count Egyptian cotton bedding
•Air conditioning
•Writing desk and leather folder
•En-suite bathroom
•Bathrobes and slippers
•Hairdryer
•Ironing board and iron
•International plugs
•Electronic safe
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Conference Centre, Disability Services, Gym, Gym (nearby), Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Hair Dryer, Heated Towel Rails, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Wheelchair Friendly
Services
Airport Shuttle (Available), ATM, Babysitting Service, Chauffer Service, Credit Card, Room Service, Room Service (24 hours), Travel Desk
This lovely establishment is found at the Victoria & Alfred Hotel and is set against the backdrop of Table Mountain. Ginja Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and is known for its delicious and wholesome, artisanal-style dishes.
Located at the Queen Victoria Hotel, this esteemed fine dining establishment pays tribute to Queen Victoria’s beloved pet dog, Dash. This restaurant offers an elegant experience with a touch of drama in the presentation of its menu. Breakfasts, lunches and dinners are served, and drinks can be enjoyed at the bar.
Your Stay
4 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
Fast Facts
4 Star
Hotel
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English
No. Rooms: 94
Special Interests: Beach / Coastal, Gourmet, History & Culture, Leisure, Relaxation, Shopping, Wine
Gondwana Game Reserve | Gondwana Game Reserve
19 Feb 2023 - 21 Feb 2023
Less than a four-hour drive from Cape Town International Airport, along South Africa’s scenic Garden Route, the award winning Gondwana Game Reserve provides the perfect luxury safari getaway for Cape Town visitors. Located on South Africa’s popular Garden Route, the 11 000-hectare (26 000 acre), private, malaria-free game reserve offers a distinctive and authentic free roaming, Big 5 safari. World-class tourist facilities and attractions on Gondwana’s doorstep include championship golf courses like Pinnacle Point and Fancourt, great swimming and surfing beaches and attractive coastal towns.
Luxurious accommodation is provided in romantic, stand-alone safari suites or bush villas ideal for families, all with awe inspiring views of the mountainous landscape and passing wildlife. Enjoy exhilarating game drives with expert field guides encountering lion, elephant, giraffe, Cape buffalo, hippo, and herds of antelope. Additional activities on offer include the fun Junior Ranger Program for Children, mountain biking, Africology spa treatments, guided bush walks and conservation activities. All of Gondwana’s accommodation packages include game drives and meals in the inclusive rates (Full Board or Half Board options).
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Kwena Lodge offers guests 14 stand-alone bedrooms designed with a modern and luxurious twist on the traditional Khoi-San “hut”. Each open plan suite is nestled into its spectacular surrounds with 180-degree views of the spectacular mountains and Fynbos scenery, sky lights for star gazing, fireplaces and deep baths to keep you warm upon return from an evening game drive. The spacious lodge facilities include a large infinity pool, chic open- plan lounge and bar, with dining offered in beautiful indoor and outdoor settings including an elegant dining room set around 2 open fireplaces, a covered veranda overlooking two waterholes, or in the outdoor boma. Guests are treated to surprise bush breakfasts, fun family picnics, evening barbecues and scenic sundowner spots.
Accommodation at Gondwana also includes the 16 Bush Villas and Fynbos Villas, which offer total privacy and spaciousness to groups particularly families with children. The deluxe three and four bedroom villas feature an open plan lounge with kitchen and dining room all opening onto a wraparound deck with magnificent valley and mountain views. Numerous packages to suit your family’s needs and budget are on offer including fully inclusive of all your meals and game drives or a bed and breakfast and daily game drive package.
Gondwana has added a new ultra-luxe lodge to its portfolio which represents the most exclusive accommodation offering on the reserve. Breathtakingly stylish and sophisticated, yet refreshingly simple, Ulubisi House provides the ideal venue to reconnect with friends and family and to share an exciting safari adventure in the Western Cape’s leading private game reserve. With 180-degree views of grass plains dotted with game, fynbos-covered rolling hills and the Outeniqua mountain range, Ulubisi House is tucked away in the reserve’s 1000-hectare protected walking area for endangered species. Sleeping either 8 adults or 6 adults and 4 children, the property comes with a full complement of staff, including its own butler, chef and field guide. The timetable runs to guest’s guilt-free whim and they will instantly feel as though this is their second home. Ideal for friends or families seeking peaceful, quality time together, the privacy is only interrupted by the numerous wild visitors that drop in regularly for a drink from the swimming pool.
Gondwana’s Eco Camp offers guests a tangible and authentic wildlife conservation experience, making it a holiday with a difference! The itinerary sees guests participating in wildlife and veld management, learning important bush skills and interpretation, all while enjoying a Big 5 safari experience. This new offering has filled a gap in the safari market letting guests get a behind-the-scenes understanding of the conservation work that happens on a game reserve while still enjoying a relaxing and enriching holiday in nature.
Beyond the wildlife experiences, the tented camp itself is anything but average – the tents are modern, eco- friendly and very comfortable. Each of the five tents, set on elevated decks overlooking a grass-covered riverbed, provides single or double accommodation, with its own en-suite bathroom facility and covered deck. A wooden walkway over the riverbed links the accommodation to a main tent, which houses the lounge, dining spaces and kitchen area as well as a nearby relaxation area with a pool and hammocks. The entire camp runs on solar power and sources its water from a nearby perennial spring.
Gondwana’s Pioneer Trail is the ultimate slack packing adventure! Offered for those keen on an exciting three night walking trail traversing through the private, Big five, 11 000 hectare, malaria free game reserve. The trail takes you to three remote tented camp locations with two full days of hiking. Your expert trail guides will intimately expose you to the Reserve’s unique biodiversity and eco systems while experiencing the Big Five and multiple species of antelope on foot. Luxuriously appointed tents with claw foot tubs and outdoor showers await you when you arrive as well as beautifully prepared food and your warm and friendly Pioneer Trails Team!
At a Glance
All meals and drinks included
Free roaming Big 5
Malaria-free area
Sleep 8 people maximum in 4 ensuite bedroom tents
Private staff dedicated to your trail
Accommodation
Gondwana’s Pioneer Trail is the ultimate slack packing adventure where your belongings are moved daily between the three camps, allowing you to experience the dramatic Fynbos landscape with only a light day pack.
Each exclusive camp is comprised of four bedroom tents with en-suite bathrooms including a claw foot tub and outdoor shower, sleeping a maximum of eight guests. Homemade African inspired meals are catered for you with cold beverages on tap. You literally need to “just bring your boots” and the Pioneer
Trail team will do the rest. It has been said there is no better way to experience nature and wildlife than on foot.
Camp facilities also included lounge and dining tents and an outdoor boma and campfire area. The dedicated staff team includes a camp assistant, housekeeper and two qualified and armed Trail Guides.
Trail Detail
• The trail traverses the 11 000 hectare, free roaming big five game reserve under the escort of two armed and qualified trail guides
• Approximately 10 kilometres of walking per day. (approximately 6hrs of walking a day)
• Exclusive remote footpaths and game trails requiring medium exertion
• Daily packed lunches and tea and water breaks throughout the trail
• Luggage and valuables can be stowed at Lehele Lodge for guests that have more belongings with them then they need for the trail.
Requirements
• 16 years of age and above
• Physically capable of walking 6 hours a day
• Set departure days: Monday and Thursday with 3 night stay
• The Trail runs in the summer season only from October through April
Gondwana offers:
Fully Inclusive Packages which include your luxury accommodation, all your meals (breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner) and twice daily game drives, Junior Ranger program for children and complimentary mountain bikes to ride in our protected area.
Half Board Packages which include your luxury accommodation, breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner) and an afternoon game drive, Junior Ranger program for children and complimentary mountain bikes to ride in our protected area.
Bed & Breakfast & Daily Game Drive which includes luxury accommodation, breakfast, a daily game drive, Junior Ranger Program for children and complimentary mountain bikes to ride in our protected area.
Gondwana takes the safety of our guests and staff very seriously. We have been well trained in all Covid health and safety requirements. Please click on the below link for more information about Gondwana’s Covid protocols.
Kwena Lodge offers guests 14 stand-alone bedrooms designed with a modern and luxurious twist on the traditional Khoi-San “hut”. Each open plan suite is nestled into its spectacular surrounds with 180-degree views of the spectacular mountains and Fynbos scenery, sky lights for star gazing, fireplaces and deep baths to keep you warm upon return from an evening game drive. The spacious lodge facilities include a large infinity pool, chic open- plan lounge and bar, with dining offered in beautiful indoor and outdoor settings including an elegant dining room set around 2 open fireplaces, a covered veranda overlooking two waterholes, or in the outdoor boma. Guests are treated to surprise bush breakfasts, fun family picnics, evening barbecues and scenic sundowner spots.
Gondwana has added a new ultra-luxe lodge to its portfolio which represents the most exclusive accommodation offering on the reserve. Breathtakingly stylish and sophisticated, yet refreshingly simple, Ulubisi House provides the ideal venue to reconnect with friends and family and to share an exciting safari adventure in the Western Cape’s leading private game reserve. With 180-degree views of grass plains dotted with game, fynbos-covered rolling hills and the Outeniqua mountain range, Ulubisi House is tucked away in the reserve’s 1000-hectare protected walking area for endangered species. Sleeping either 8 adults or 6 adults and 4 children, the property comes with a full complement of staff, including its own butler, chef and field guide. The timetable runs to guest’s guilt-free whim and they will instantly feel as though this is their second home. Ideal for friends or families seeking peaceful, quality time together, the privacy is only interrupted by the numerous wild visitors that drop in regularly for a drink from the swimming pool.
Accommodation at Gondwana also includes the 16 Bush Villas and Fynbos Villas, which offer total privacy and spaciousness to groups particularly families with children. The deluxe three and four bedroom villas feature an open plan lounge with kitchen and dining room all opening onto a wraparound deck with magnificent valley and mountain views. Numerous packages to suit your family’s needs and budget are on offer including fully inclusive of all your meals and game drives or a bed and breakfast and daily game drive package.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Communal Dining, Conference Centre, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Malaria Free, Pool, Private Vehicle Available, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fireplace, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Services
Airport Shuttle (Available), Babysitting Service, Credit Card
Game Drives are conducted in open Land Rovers with expert field guides who reveal the free roaming Big 5 in a Cape Floral setting – a once in a lifetime experience.
Morning and afternoon safaris are included in your stay on the full board package with gourmet breakfast treats or delicious hors d’oeuvres and sundowners in the afternoons.
For the avid birdwatcher, there is no other area in Africa like the Western Cape that offers such a high level of endemism in such an accessible setting. The province is well known among international and local birders alike for the remarkable array of birds that is found here and nowhere else in the world: a staggering 42 of South Africa’s 53 endemic bird species occur in the Western Cape.
The region offers a diverse range of habitats and is home to approximately 300 species of birds, making it an ideal destination for Garden Route bird watching. The reserve supports healthy populations of sought after endemics such as the Cape Sugarbird, Orange Breasted Sunbird, Protea Seedeater, and Black Harrier.
Gondwana’s landscape comprises of open grass plains and plateaus, wetlands, rolling fynbos, renosterveld hills, riverine and sub-tropical thicket valleys and cliff faces. The array of vegetation types allows for a variety of bird species. Denhams Bustard, Blue Crane, African Fish eagle, Verreaux’s eagle Ostrich, Secretary bird, Jackal Buzzard, African Stone Chat, Cape Grassbird, Malachite Sunbird, Black crowned night heron, and Bokmakierie are all prominent species on the reserve. The close proximity of the coastline and the Southern Capes Great Wetlands allows for species such as the endangered African Black Oyster catcher along with many other sought after pelagic species.
Walks are conducted in the 1200 hectare Protected Endangered Species Area. The entire area is fenced from dangerous wildlife. No children under the age of 12 years old permitted on guided walks with a maximum of 6 persons – excluding guide.
Our Fynbos biome is unique and spectacular to walk through, guests will be introduced to the fascinating plants and their life cycles, as well as endemic birds and animals that reside in the fynbos areas on Gondwana.
Explore indigenous wild flowers and plants that exist nowhere else in the world!!
The Fynbos experience is conducted in different monitoring zones throughout the Reserve lead by our "Resident Botanist".
Guests will assist in identifying, recording, monitoring and geo-mapping Fynbos species on the reserve. they will also collect scientific data and be introduced to live conservation and bio-diversity projects on the Reserve.
Participants will gain a greater understanding of Fynbos and the diversity of life that exists within this critically endangered biome. The activity is two to three hours in duration with some walking required.
The Bush Spa is located at Kwena Main Lodge and comprises of 2 treatment rooms.
The Spa utilises Africology products. Treatments range from facials, body wraps, waxing, massage, manicures and pedicures.
Kiddies treatments on offer too include facials, massage, manicure and pedicures.
Located in the 1200 hectare Protected Endangered Species Area. The entire area is fenced from dangerous game.
these are unguided rides on demarcated routes for a maximum of 6 adult riders and 2 children, (6 adult bikes and 2 children’s bikes).
Offering 4 routes starting from the activity shed where the bikes are housed:
o Red Route – Novice rider 7.44km’s
o Blue Route – Novice rider 8.62km’s
o Green Route – Advanced rider 10.4km’s
o Orange Route – Advanced rider 12.4km’s
Please make bike reservations in advance to ensure availability.
The Junior Ranger Programme is complimentary for all Full Board and Half Board guests with children.
On arrival, families are informed about the Junior Ranger programme and their ranger will enquire about any special requests, dietary, babysitting or otherwise.
Children receive a fun Ranger’s backpack and cool safari booklet to fill in throughout their stay. During game drives and other activities with their ranger, kids are taught how to identify mammals, birds, Fynbos species, and even stars. They gain a greater understanding of conservation and our precious eco systems.
The younger children’s activities will be based mainly around the lodge to stay closer to parents.
They receive a Junior Ranger certificate upon check-out with an "insta-pic" with their Junior Ranger.
Kwena Lodge
Kwena Lodge has 3 dining area's (2 Indoor and 1 Outdoor) plus a Boma / Deck area.
Guests are treated to African boma breakfasts, scenic veranda lunches, elegant 3 course set menu evening meals, romantic picnics, and scenic sundowner spots as the sun dips behind the mountains.
Our delicious homemade cuisine is served in a variety of locations indoors and out to best enjoy Gondwana’s spectacular setting. Our wine list comprises of fantastic South African wines from the Western Cape area, with food and wine pairings suggested nightly as part of the menu.
Guests are highly recommended to advise of any dietary requirements and/or allergies at the reservations stage.
Children’s menus are provided for lunch and dinner.
Your Stay
2 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Fast Facts
5 Star
Lodge
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, Xhosa
No. Rooms: 40
Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Cycling, Fishing, Flora, Golf, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
Amanzi Island Lodge | Knysna
21 Feb 2023 - 25 Feb 2023
On the shores of the Knysna Lagoon, lies Amanzi Island Lodge, a tranquil beach house on Leisure Isle, with spectacular views of the Knysna Heads and Featherbed Nature Reserve. Spacious bedrooms open out onto a balcony either overlooking the lagoon or our private garden. Our sunny spacious rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with satellite TV. The bathrooms have complimentary Charlotte Rhys luxury bath products. Electric blankets available on request.
Amanzi has a breakfast room opening onto the main patio. Guests can enjoy an English breakfast while admiring the breathtaking view. Later, relax by the secluded swimming pool or sit on our terrace overlooking the lagoon and indulge in a sun-downer. The complimentary bikes or kayaks available from Amanzi can be used for scenic trips around Leisure Isle.
Wireless internet access is available for guests to share their holiday experiences with family back home. After a hard day's relaxation come and join us for a sundowner at our bar and order your dinner meals in our onsite lovely Amanzi restaurant. We'll also gladly make dinner reservations for you at one of the nearby Knysna restaurants.
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This comfortable room on the ground floor opens out onto a deck in the front garden. The room looks out onto the lagoon and the Knysna Heads. The en-suite bathroom has a shower. King or twin beds. Air-con.
A sunny and spacious upstairs room on the West side of the lodge that opens onto a balcony and looks down the side of the lodge towards the lagoon. King or Twin beds + optional extra bed for a third person. En-suite bath, shower, double basins. Air-con.
A gorgeous, luxurious, spacious room with wonderful views of the lagoon and the Knysna Heads. The room opens onto a private balcony. Extra long King bed. En-suite bath, double shower & double basins. Air-con.
A private, sunny and spacious room with folding doors that open out onto a balcony. Views are over the garden and roof tops towards the hills to the North of Knysna. En-suite bath, shower and double basins. King or Twin beds + optional extra bed. Air-con.
A gorgeous, luxurious, spacious room with wonderful views of the lagoon and the Knysna Heads. The room opens onto a deck in the front garden. Extra long King bed. En-suite bath, double shower & double basins. Air-con.
A gorgeous, luxurious, spacious room with wonderful views of the lagoon and the Knysna Heads. The room opens onto a private balcony. Extra long King bed. En-suite bath, double shower & double basins. Air-con.
A private, sunny room with sliding doors onto a private garden, offers self-catering facilities. En-suite bath, shower and double basins. King size bed in the main bedroom. Air-cons.
A private, sunny and spacious suite that opens out onto a balcony & offers self-catering facilities. Views are over the lagoon and to the famous Knysna Heads. En-suite bath, shower and double basins. Super queen bed in the main bedroom. Air-cons.
A gorgeous, luxurious, spacious room with wonderful views of the lagoon and the Knysna Heads. The room opens onto a private balcony and has a private pool on the balcony. Extra long King bed. En-suite bath, double shower & double basins. Air-con.
This comfortable room on the ground floor opens out onto a deck in the back garden. Views are over the beautiful landscaped garden. The en-suite bathroom has a shower, queen bed. Air-cons
This room has breathtaking views of the Knysna lagoon and the Knysna Heads. Queen size bed. En-suite with shower (no balcony).
Views are over the garden and the rooftops of Leisure Isle towards the northern hills of Knysna. The room has a shower and a king size bed.
A gorgeous, luxurious, spacious room with wonderful views of the lagoon and the Knysna Heads. The room opens onto a deck. Extra long King bed. En-suite bath with shower only & single basin. Air-con.
Views are over the garden and the rooftops of Leisure Isle towards the northern hills of Knysna. The room has a shower and a king size bed.
Our Superior rooms are the best rooms with the best views in the house! Each spacious room has its own magic and offers guests spectacular views of the lagoon and the Knysna Heads. The rooms open out onto a private balcony.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Gym (nearby), Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Library, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Fan, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heated Towel Rails, Heater, Mini Bar, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Underfloor Heating, Verandah
Services
Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card, Room Service
Your Stay
4 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
Fancourt Hotel | George
25 Feb 2023 - 28 Feb 2023
Fancourt, South Africa’s premier lifestyle resort, is nestled in the heart of South Africa’s Garden Route, 7 km from George Airport. The resort lies on 613 hectares of pristine countryside sheltered by the Outeniqua Mountains.
The Fancourt Hotel offers the discerning visitor 115 luxurious rooms and suites. These are perfectly suited for local and international families, couples, golfers and those simply looking for a warm, relaxed and entertaining Garden Route retreat.
Discover Fancourt’s many leisure activities including The Spa with an indoor heated Roman Bath and world class wellness treatments. The Leisure Centre offers an array of facilities and activities to keep guests of all ages and interests entertained. The Centre houses the popular Kidz Club, teen lounge, gymnasium, cinema, indoor heated and outdoor swimming pool. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy tennis, running and walking trails, bird watching and fishing. Four top restaurants each offer a distinctive dining experience to appeal to every palate.
For keen golfers, Fancourt needs no introduction. There are three Gary Player designed golf courses all ranked in the Top 20 in South Africa as well as a Golf Academy.
Fancourt is an ideal base from which to explore the Garden Route.
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Serving as private retreats into comfort and style, our Classic Rooms are equipped with all the essentials needed to settle in to a relaxing stay at the Fancourt Hotel. These rooms provide the perfect setting for unwinding after a day of activities and feature shared or private balconies.
- Approximately 32 square metres.
- Classic rooms overlooking the Outeniqua Mountains, Fancourt gardens or the Montagu golf course
- All with TV, mini bar, coffee & tea making facilities and dressing tables
- Our Classic rooms have either a patio or balcony and are situated on the ground or first floor.
- All have wifi internet access.
Inter-leading rooms are available on the first floor on request.
Tailored for sophistication and the needs of modern-day travel, the Luxury Rooms serve as indoor sanctuaries for our esteemed patrons. Fitted with all the trappings of a five-star establishment, these rooms afford guests with an opportunity for repose against the backdrop of the majestic Outeniqua mountain range.
- Approximately 40 square metres.
- Modern, spacious rooms overlooking the Outeniqua Mountains, Fancourt gardens or golf warm up area.
- All with TV, mini bar, coffee & tea making facilities and writing desk.
- Our Luxury rooms have patios or balconies and are situated on the ground or first floor.
- All have wifi internet access.
- Limited Inter-leading rooms are available on the first and ground floor on request.
Complete with a separate living area, our One-Bedroom Suites are prime locations for business or leisure. Providing a spacious haven where guests can spread out and unwind, each suite includes a private balcony or patio designed to showcase the idyllic views of Fancourt’s manicured estate. Fireplaces are available on request.
- Suites with king or twin beds, approximately 54 square metres.
- One-bedroom suites have a separate lounge area and TVs in the bedroom and lounge.
- All with mini bar, coffee & tea making facilities and writing desk.
- These suites have views of the gardens, driving range or Outeniqua Mountains.
- All with balcony or patio.
- All have wifi internet access.
Designed to meet the needs of the whole family, our Two-Bedroom Suites boast plush interiors complemented by timeless detailing. The suite includes its own separate lounge with a fireplace and dining area, affording guests with optimum movement. A full en suite bathroom leads off from each individual bedroom, striking the perfect balance between privacy and shared living.
- Suites with king or twin beds, approximately 54 square metres.
- One-bedroom suites have a separate lounge area and TVs in the bedroom and lounge.
- All with mini bar, coffee & tea making facilities and writing desk.
- These suites have views of the gardens, driving range or Outeniqua Mountains.
- All with balcony or patio.
- All have wifi internet access.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Business Centre, Conference Centre, Disability Services, Gym, Gym (nearby), Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Malaria Free, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Clothes Press, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Hair Dryer, Heated Towel Rails, Heater, Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Verandah
Services
Airport Shuttle (Available), ATM, Babysitting Service, Credit Card, Foreign Exchange, Room Service, Room Service (24 hours), Travel Desk
Only open for private functions.
Toast to an evening filled with Fancourt’s warm hospitality and creative cuisine in the historic surrounds of the Manor House. Henry White’s welcomes all guests with a discerning palate. Expect culinary excellence and superb service, filled with flavours that will linger long after guests have cleared the last bite of dessert of their plates.
Savour hearty South African and local favourites paired with the finest wines. Enjoy ostrich fillet, springbok loin, artisan cheese platters with homemade preserve, and much more.
This is elegant, yet relaxed dining, at its very best – Fancourt’s signature mark of excellence.
Dress Code: formal, with a collared shirt for men, and no shorts, flip flops or caps
“First we eat, then we do everything else” – this Italian mantra is embodied in Fancourt’s La Cantina.
Serving modern yet healthy Italian cuisine flavoured with all the warmth of Mediterranean hospitality, La Cantina offers casual and carefree dining.
Spend quality time with your significant other or fun-loving moments with the family dining at La Cantina. Culinary highlights to tempt all taste buds are our homemade pasta, succulent steaks and famous thin-based pizza, baked with care in a wood-fired pizza oven. La Cantina’s legendary tiramisu is the perfect sweet treat to round off your meal.
La Cantina is also Fancourt’s breakfast restaurant of choice. Start the day right with the fresh and healthy breakfast buffet or opt for a personal favourite from the extensive à la carte menu.
Dress Code: smart casual, but no shorts, vests, flip-flops or caps.
Take a seat at Fancourt’s Monet’s eatery. This French-style bistro serves casual café meals against the backdrop of the Outeniqua golf course and Mountains. The relaxed setting is the perfect spot for a light lunch, afternoon tea or coffee. It’s open from morning to late afternoon serving local and seasonal artisan cuisine, always creatively presented.
Tuck into French favourites such as niçoise salad, Provençal vegetable soup, crêpes, Croque-Madame and whatever else tempts your taste buds. Sit back and savour the joie de vivre.
Mom and Dad can enjoy cocktails at any time of the afternoon while the children’s colourful and creative menus keep the little ones entertained and satisfied.
Dress Code: casual, golf attire welcome, but no bare feet or swimming costumes.
You won’t need to hit the sweet spot on the fairways of Fancourt to earn your spot in Fancourt’s Club Lounge. Guests are welcomed as friends when they pop in to The Club Lounge for a snack, sandwich or hearty meal.
The Club Lounge is affectionately known as the 19th Hole, overlooking the 18th green of Montagu golf course. There is indoor and outdoor seating. Eat well from the expansive menu of steaks, burgers and platters to recharge what you’ve worked off on the golf course.
The Club Lounge delivers on its status as a celebrated 19th hole. Sports enthusiasts can catch up on the televised sporting events, while enjoying a few drinks from the well-stocked bar.
Dress Code: casual, golf attire welcome, but no bare feet or swimming costumes.
Your Stay
3 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
Fast Facts
5 Star
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English
No. Rooms: 115
Special Interests: Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Birding, Cycling, Fishing, Flora, Golf, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Sports, Star Gazing, Wine
