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Grootbos Nature Reserve

5.0 star property
Luxury lodge with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, in-room safe
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Grootbos Nature Reserve offers lush gardens, two restaurants with cooked-to-order breakfast, two outdoor pools, open-air wellness areas for massages, free WiFi, and bicycle rentals. Guests praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is RM6,663
RM7,809 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Suite, 2 bedrooms, Garden Lodge

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free minibar items
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Suite, 1 bedroom, Forest Lodge

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free minibar items
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Suite, 1 bedroom, Garden Lodge

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free minibar items
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Gansbaai is home to Grootbos Nature Reserve. Gansbaai Harbor and Kleinbaai Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grootbos Nature Reserve and Maanschynkop Nature Reserve. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Map
148 Route 43, Gansbaai, Western Cape, 7220

What's nearby

  • Grootbos Nature Reserve - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Danger Point Lighthouse - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Gansbaai Harbor - 13 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Kleinbaai Harbour - 16 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Hermanus Beach - 36 min drive - 41.9 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Garden Lodge - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Blue Goose - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪De Seemans Taphuis - ‬12 min drive
  • Thyme at Rosemary

About this property

Grootbos Nature Reserve

Luxury boutique lodge
Take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and a garden at Grootbos Nature Reserve. For some rest and relaxation, visit the outdoor treatment areas, and indulge in a body treatment, a massage or a manicure/pedicure. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and a hair salon.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and smoke-free property
  • 1 meeting room, a billiards/pool table and massage treatment rooms
Room features
All guest rooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts, such as fireplaces and furnished balconies, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and free stocked minibars.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
  • Coffee/tea makers, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Grootbos Nature Reserve is listed in the 2022 Condé Nast Traveller Gold List of the world's best places to stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Individual decor
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: ZAR300 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 17 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 3500 per vehicle (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Grootbos Nature Reserve Lodge Gansbaai
Grootbos Nature Reserve Lodge
Grootbos Nature Reserve Gansbaai
Grootbos Nature Reserve
Grootbos Nature Reserve Lodge
Grootbos Nature Reserve Gansbaai
Grootbos Nature Reserve Lodge Gansbaai

Frequently asked questions

Does Grootbos Nature Reserve have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Grootbos Nature Reserve?

As of 22 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grootbos Nature Reserve on 29 Oct 2025 start from RM 6,663.37, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Grootbos Nature Reserve pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Grootbos Nature Reserve?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Grootbos Nature Reserve?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Grootbos Nature Reserve?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Grootbos Nature Reserve provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of ZAR 3500 per vehicle applies.

Where is Grootbos Nature Reserve located?

Set in Gansbaai, this family-friendly lodge is within 6 mi (10 km) of Grootbos Nature Reserve, De Kelders Strand and Klipgat Caves. Strandveld Museum and Danger Point Lighthouse are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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