On The R43 Between Standford,
Gansbaai,
South Africa,
7220,
Western Cape
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9.6
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The 5-star Grootbos Private Nature Reserve (rated 9.7/10 on Booking.com) offers luxury accommodation set within an ancient Milkwood forest overlooking Walker Bay. Awarded Hideaway of the Year and Best for Conservation of an Endangered Species, the resort focuses on sustainability and immersive nature experiences.
Rooms & Amenities
Accommodation is in the Garden Lodge or Forest Lodge, with air-conditioned suites featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, a spacious lounge with fireplace, satellite TV, and a private wooden deck. Private villas offer a personal chef and butler service. Grootbos Private Nature Reserve also provides an outdoor swimming pool, a spa with sauna, beauty services, and a 24-hour front desk.
Dining & Services
Grootbos's two restaurants serve African and European gourmet cuisine made with fresh locally grown produce. Full English breakfast, light lunches, and 6-course dinners are included in the rate. The wine cellar showcases local wines. Services include a tour desk, laundry, babysitting, and airport shuttle.
Leisure & Activities
Guided tours include Marine Big 5 tours, flower safaris, horse riding, birding, shark cage diving, and whale watching. The resort also features a children's playground, kids' club, game room, and temporary art galleries like the Grootbos Florilegium.
Location & Transportation
This Gansbaai hotel is a 30-minute drive from Hermanus and 100 km from Cape Town International Airport. Walker Bay is known for whale watching, and the Stony Point African Penguin colony is nearby.
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Grootbos Private Nature Reserve offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
One Bedroom Luxury Suite Forest Lodge
2 persons
970 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Shower
Fireplace
room details
One Bedroom Luxury Suite Garden Lodge
2 persons
865 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Shower
Fireplace
room details
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Facilities
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities:
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10.0/10Review score
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
Hiking
Horseback riding
Billiard tables
Table tennis
Services
Paid airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Dining
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Special diet menus
Business
Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Babysitting/Child services
Board games
Children's menu
Children's play area
Kids club
Game room
Spa & Leisure
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Facial
Treatment room
Beauty treatment
Massage
Pool with view
Make up services
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities
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Grootbos Private Nature Reserve Location
On The R43 Between Standford,
Gansbaai,
South Africa,
7220,
Western Cape
Map view
On The R43 Between Standford,
Gansbaai,
South Africa,
7220,
Western Cape
City landmarks
Landmark
View Point
2300 ft
Cave
Klipgat Caves
2.2
mi
Landmark
Duivelsgat Parking
1.9
mi
Park
Walker Bay Nature Reserve Entrance
2.1
mi
Landmark
Fairhill Private Nature Reserve
2.1
mi
Landmark
Duiwelsgat Sinkhole
2.2
mi
Landmark
Die Plaat
2.4
mi
Landmark
De Kelders Drip Cave
2.9
mi
Park
Platbos Indigenous Forest
2.8
mi
Landmark
Platbos Forest
3.0
mi
Landmark
Whale viewing site
2.9
mi
Landmark
De Kelders Caves
2.9
mi
Landmark
Grootbos Nature Reserve
6.5
mi
Nearby
Stables
600 ft
Getting around
City Centre
Gansbaai11 min
·
4.5
mi
Airports
Cape Town International (CPT)213 min
·
88.1
mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
from 07:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
German, Afrikaans
Number of rooms:
23
Former name
Grootbos Nature Reserve
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback about Grootbos Private Nature Reserve from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 72 verified reviews
9.7/10
Perfect
96%
Recommend
Cleanliness
10.0/10
Comfort
9.8/10
Facilities
10.0/10
Free Wi-Fi
10.0/10
Location
9.9/10
Paid Wi-Fi
10.0/10
Staff
9.9/10
Value for money
7.9/10
Guest reviews
based on 22 reviews
9.7/10
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