The Old Rectory

Hotels
9.6 (219 reviews)
Cnr Bull and Meeding Street , Plettenberg Bay , za

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional service
Great food and ambiance
Cons:
No sea view
One disappointing meal

Categories

Cleanliness
9.33
Rooms were clean and well-maintained, as mentioned in reviews.
Service
10
Staff went above and beyond, providing exceptional service during the stay.
Location
9.3
Beautifully situated, although some reviews noted no sea view.
Room Quality
9.84
Rooms described as amazing with comfy beds and lovely decor.
Amenities
9.29
Fabulous amenities including a private garden and outside pool.
Value for Money
9.32
Expensive for locals but seen as worth the price for a special occasion.
Food and Beverage
9.78
Dining experiences highlighted as excellent with great food and drinks.
Overall Experience
9.93
Overall experience lauded as exceptional, with many positive remarks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 22:05

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Spectacular Views

Exquisite Amenities: The Old Rectory offers air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities including a coffee machine, fridge, and flat-screen TV. Some rooms feature balconies with pool views, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Gastronomic Delights: Indulge in a delightful dining experience with a variety of breakfast options, including continental, Full English/Irish, or vegetarian. Guests can also unwind with a refreshing drink at the on-site bar.

Prime Location: Situated just steps away from Hobie Beach and other popular attractions, this hotel provides the perfect blend of serenity and convenience. Book your stay at The Old Rectory for a truly unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

Dear visitor, we're currently experiencing drought conditions within this region. Please be aware that certain properties will need to comply with local water usage restrictions.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: PBZ

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children from 3 years old to 8 years old stay for ZAR 1,500 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 219 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.33
Service: 10
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 9.84
Amenities: 9.29
Value for Money: 9.32
Food and Beverage: 9.78
Overall Experience: 9.93
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Henta • extended_group • za
9
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Safari620588 • NONE
10
Happy stay
Pros:

Everything we wanted and more. Location, history of building, very efficient staff who were friendly. Very , very close to beach and walk in to town. Room was excellent and very quiet.

2026-05-03 • via Tripadvisor
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Sarah • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Beautiful. Located in the heart of Plett and a quick stroll away from the beach, yet in an amazingly tranquil spot, surrounded by greenery and ancient trees. The staff were outstanding.

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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glasgow99 • NONE • Glasgow, Scotland
10
An Oasis in Plettenburg Bay
Pros:

Stunningly good hotel from the staff to the food and the amazingly comfortable rooms and bed. Tranquil gardens/pool areas flanked by the outdoor restaurant area. Very close to the stunning beach. Short uphill walk to the main town/restaurants and high street area. Would highly recommend.

2026-04-24 • via Tripadvisor
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Jäger • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Jerry • couple • za
9
2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Urs • couple • ch
8
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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TKTK18 • NONE
10
Great location! Great premise! Walkable to beach
Pros:

Super relaxing stay in great location (both the hotel itself and very walkable surroundings).
We got very special help with sorting out our passport issues. Thank you!!!

2026-04-14 • via Tripadvisor
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Manoke • family_with_children • za
10
Pros:

The staff were exceptionally friendly, and the room was clean and comfortable. The restaurant offered good food at reasonable prices.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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aimée • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Elaine • couple • us
7
Cons:

The room had no seating area other than one chair (and the bed). It would be nice to have at least 2 chairs inside and/or a small couch.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Anisha Salamuddi • family_with_children • za
10
2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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HappyBruce • NONE
10
An absolute delight
Pros:

Our stay at The Old Rectory was a wonderful way to end our South Africa trip. From the minute we arrived, everyone made every effort to ensure we had total customer satisfaction - and they succeeded completely. A huge thank you to Leon and his team for such a wonderful experience.

2026-04-01 • via Tripadvisor
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Francine • couple • nl
9
2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • ch
9
Cons:

Die Dusche ist originell, aber unpraktisch. Das Wasser ist teilweise ins Zimmer gelaufen

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Wolfgang • couple • at
10
Pros:

Top Abendessen im Restaurant

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
7
745jjw • Friends getaway
2
General Manager is the worst
Pros:

We have been going to the restaurant now for 6 times. The experience regarding the food is so good. Chef Julia and her kitchen staff is such a treasure HOWEVER, the Manager Leon is such a arrogant person, treating his waiters and Kitchen staff badly and wow, he is not dressed to be a manager. We laughed because we saw a few times that he doesn't ware socks. On that particular Wednesday he was using his hands touching the staff.

2026-03-14 • via Tripadvisor
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Gabrielle • couple • za
8
Very nice. The staff are superb, the decor is so tasteful. the fireplace was a highlight.
Pros:

The breakfast was so-so. It would be nice to have a better choice of breads and a better selection of fresh fruit.
We LOVED our room decor and the tastefulness of the entire public areas. So well done. It would be lovely to have a list somewhere of the various pieces of art and their creator.

Cons:

We were put in a room that was not what we paid for which was a pool view room. The only view was a wall. Rather confining.
We ate one meal there which was NOT good. THe carpaccio was not a carpaccio and slightly cooked. My sandwich was three layers of bread. Too much. The menu has a nice selection including small items such as sandwiches. Make a simple toastie or sandwich. After our first night experience we went to eat out instead which is a shame. Everything else was so lovely.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Juliegold6 • NONE
10
Charming old school luxury
Pros:

I cannot fault the Old Rectory. Steeped in history, the house and all the rooms are spacious and spotlessly maintained by the staff. The pool area is very welcoming with lovely padded sun loungers and cushions. We had breakfast on the shaded terrace each morning. The food for breakfast and dinner was well cooked and beautifully presented. the hotel is a 5 minute walk to the beach.

All the staff, from reception to bar staff, to maids and gardeners were all so friendly and helpful. Thank you all for making our trip so memorable. We will definitely be back to beautiful Plettenberg and the Old Rectory

2026-02-18 • via Tripadvisor
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liz • couple • gb
10
Delightful stay.
Pros:

Lovely intimate hotel very close to the centre of Plett which is a delightful town and well worth a visit. Shout out to the staff for getting us a doctors appointment so quickly. Would highly recommend The Old Rectory.

Cons:

I would prefer the hotel to be adults only, the space around the pool is too intimate for noisy kids. But apart from that it was perfect.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee