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A pool with a view of a sunset over a body of water and distant mountains.
A dining area with tables set for two, potted plants, and a view of the sea.
A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky outcrops, and dense vegetation.
A room with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table with a book.

1. The Plettenberg Hotel

The Plettenberg Hotel
Lookout Beach Precinct
Germany
Heike
￥50,950
￥59,177 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
The Plettenberg Hotel
A modern outdoor deck with wicker chairs and a glass balustrade overlooking a scenic landscape.
A modern living room with a view of the ocean, a kitchen with marble countertops, and a chandelier.
An indoor swimming pool with a view of the sunset, a mosaic wall, and seating areas.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, two armchairs, a small ottoman, and a view of the sea.

2. Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
Wilderness Beach
United States
Whitney
￥26,299
￥30,408 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
A coastal property with a large house, a swimming pool, and a view of the ocean and town at dusk.
A pathway with steps leading through a garden with palm trees and shrubs.
An outdoor dining area with wooden flooring and tables set for a meal, overlooking a scenic view of the ocean and mountains.
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a central seating area, and a view through the glass doors.

3. Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
Plettenberg Bay
United Kingdom
Peter
￥18,881
￥21,916 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
A waterfront property with docked boats, a marina, and industrial buildings with chimneys.
A modern kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a view of a body of water and hills.
A waterfront property with a modern building, a dock, and a swimming pool.
A waterfront hotel with a brick facade, outdoor seating, and a visible staircase leading to the entrance.

4. Turbine Hotel and Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa
Thesen Island
United States
Gregory
￥26,968
￥31,601 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Turbine Hotel and Spa
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a table, and an umbrella.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.
A modern building with a glass facade overlooking a beach at sunset.
A beachside view with a sunset, a wooden deck with white lounge chairs, and a rocky shoreline.

5. Beach Villa Wilderness

Beach Villa Wilderness
Wilderness Beach
United Kingdom
michael
￥24,461
￥28,323 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Beach Villa Wilderness
A balcony with a view of a calm lake, a dock with a boat, and a table with a bottle and glasses.
A room with a view of a lake, a wooden table with a decanter and two glasses of red wine, and a bed with a teal bedspread.
A large house with a swimming pool, a garden, and a pergola.
A modern hotel lobby with a central reflective black floor, seating areas with sofas and chairs, artwork on the walls, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

6. St James of Knysna

St James of Knysna
Knysna
United States
Lillian
￥31,036
￥35,691 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
St James of Knysna
A wooden boardwalk leading to a sandy beach with ocean views.
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture and a view of the ocean.
A spacious living room with a view of the ocean, furnished with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
A spacious dining area with high ceilings, wooden beams, and hanging plants. Tables are set with white tablecloths and surrounded by wicker chairs.

7. Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges

Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
Robberg Beach
United Kingdom
D
￥28,473
￥32,744 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa, a desk, and a view of the garden through a glass door.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a collection of bookshelves.
An outdoor garden setting with tables and chairs arranged for dining, surrounded by lush greenery and a building in the background.
A spacious room with a four-poster bed, a sitting area with a sofa and armchairs, a dining table with a tray of items, and a view of a swimming pool through large windows.

8. Hunter's Country House

Hunter's Country House
Plettenberg Bay
Germany
Kerem
￥39,635
￥45,893 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Hunter's Country House
A spacious lounge area with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, a central tree, and a bar with shelves of bottles.
A hotel room with a large window offering a mountain view, a bed with a brown blanket, a desk with a chair, and a modern wall design.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a mirror. There is a view of the outdoors through a glass door.
A glass door leading to an outdoor area with a metal fence and trees.

9. The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel

The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
George
United States
Gordon
￥25,476
￥29,297 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas overlooking a scenic landscape.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a scenic view.
An outdoor wooden deck with benches and tables, surrounded by trees and a thatched roof structure with string lights.
A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, seating areas, and a large indoor plant.

10. Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
Knysna
United States
Ibrahima
￥35,715
￥41,475 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
A swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a wooden deck.
A beach with footprints, a white umbrella, and a chair.
An outdoor patio with a wooden deck, white chairs, a wooden table, and large umbrellas providing shade.
A buffet with various cheeses, fruits, and breads.

11. The Old Rectory

The Old Rectory
Central Beach Area
United Kingdom
LOUISE
￥53,377
￥61,383 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
The Old Rectory
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a wooden stool, a vase with flowers, and a view of greenery outside.
A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a small table with books.

12. Tamodi Lodge and Stables

Tamodi Lodge and Stables
Keurboomstrand
United Kingdom
Adrian Chi Meng
Tamodi Lodge and Stables
A balcony with a view of the ocean and a mountainous landscape.
A deck with wooden flooring, a pool, and lounge chairs overlooking the ocean.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a separate shower area, and a vanity with a sink.
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining table with chairs, and a sofa.

13. Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat
Knysna
South Africa
Lee
￥34,666
￥40,198 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Head over Hills Luxury Retreat
A modern living room with a fireplace, glass shelves, and a view to the outside.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a round mirror, and a view of the sea.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and fireplace. Large windows offer a view of the sea.
A modern outdoor pool area with a clear view of the pool, lounge chairs, and a patio with a railing.

14. Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Paradise
United States
William
￥33,808
￥39,705 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
A resort with a wooden deck, a swimming pool, and thatched-roof huts.
A dining area with a table set for two, overlooking a scenic landscape.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a view, and a dining area with a bottle of champagne.
A thatched-roof building with a welcoming entrance, surrounded by natural vegetation.

15. Gondwana Game Reserve

Gondwana Game Reserve
Mossel Bay
United Kingdom
Jordan
￥135,041
￥166,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Gondwana Game Reserve
An outdoor wooden deck with seating and a glass door leading to a modern interior.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, built-in shelving, a central blue chest of drawers, a sofa, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.
A cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and shelves with plants.

16. Crags Country Lodge

Crags Country Lodge
The Crags
United Kingdom
Peter
Crags Country Lodge
A resort with a swimming pool, wooden deck, and a mountain backdrop.
A modern building with a water feature and a view of the surrounding hills.
A large, modern hotel with multiple guest rooms, a dining area, and a view of a mountain.
A modern interior with leather sofas, wooden coffee tables, and a hanging chair.

17. Botlierskop Private Game Reserve

Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
Klein Brak River
United States
Maya
￥144,535
￥173,349 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a desk lamp, a chair, and a bedside table with a lamp.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.
A spacious hotel lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central bar area.
A modern building with a white facade, large windows, and a landscaped garden with various plants and trees.

18. Fancourt

Fancourt
George
United States
Petro
￥46,535
￥54,050 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Fancourt
A stone building with a glass facade and a wooden deck leading to a pool.
A wooden deck with a patterned rug, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a chessboard, and a bed with a view of trees.
A dining area with a stone fireplace, wooden tables, and chairs.

19. Tsala Treetop Lodge

Tsala Treetop Lodge
Plettenberg Bay
United States
Saeeda
￥174,924
￥202,256 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Tsala Treetop Lodge
A dining table with two plates of food and drinks, surrounded by chairs and umbrellas.
A large, multi-story house with a spacious roof deck and multiple balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.
A poolside area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A spacious dining area with a large wooden table, chairs, and a chandelier. There is a kitchen area with a refrigerator and a sink in the background.

20. Cinnamon Boutique

Cinnamon Boutique
Wilderness
United States
Milanka
￥25,239
￥29,025 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Cinnamon Boutique
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