








- Knysna Elephant Park
- Visit the Knysna Heads
- Oyster tasting
- Canoeing on the Knysna Lagoon
- Shopping and art galleries
- Spend the day on one of the many beaches
- Birding and hiking in the forests
- Mitchell's Knysna Brewery
- Hotel type; Luxury Hotel
- Location; Plettenberg Bay
- Hotel size; 12 Suites
- Recommended stay; 2-5 nights
Enjoy a luxurious stay at Kurland Hotel, a proud member of the Relais & Châteaux Association, near the picturesque beach resort of Plettenberg Bay and Nature's Valley, ideally positioned in the heart of the South Africa's famed Garden Route.
This Tatler award-winning 5-star boutique luxury hotel has just 12 suites and has acquired a reputation as an exclusive hideaway. Kurland is located on a vast 700 hectare (1700 acre) Estate of great natural beauty, between the mountains and the pristine beaches of Nature's Valley with breathtaking vistas.
Kurland has been designed with exceptional facilities for family holidays and enjoys a Mediterranean climate, which makes this the ideal year-round destination for fun vacations and family reunions. Once experienced, families from around the world return time and time again.
Kurland has just 12 tastefully decorated and spacious suites. For the comfort of guests, all suites have oversized beds, exquisite linens, substantial en-suite bathrooms, a lounge area, terrace, and are equipped with modern facilities such as telephones, satellite television, safes, minibars, heated towel rails and under floor heating.
The Superior Suites all have private pools, which enjoy magnificent views of the estate, while the Luxury Suites have secluded courtyards and water features.
Children of all ages are welcome at Kurland, which boasts extensive play areas and a dedicated children's dining conservatory.
The Luxury and Superior Suites all have private loft rooms that are specially furnished for children with their own en-suite bathrooms.
The standard of award-winning cuisine at Kurland is an outstanding example of the very best of South African food and wine prepared by the celebrated Executive Chef.
Dining in the candlelit dining room is a truly memorable experience.
Kurland's philosophy for a great vacation is simple, good old-fashioned rest and relaxation. Enjoy the Kurland spa and revitalise your mind, body and soul while absorbing the soothing atmosphere.
The luxury spa is an intimate sanctuary of calm, located within the Kurland Hotel. What more refreshing way to unwind upon arrival or for a little self-indulgence during your stay. The spa facilities include a private steam room, sauna room, therapy rooms, a relaxation area, a gym and a refreshing plunge pool.
Their internationally trained therapists offer guests a personalised and discreet service at the spa, or in the privacy of your suite.
Activities at available at the Kurland Hotel;
- Walking, running and hiking trails
- Mountain bikes
- Tennis
- Quad bikes (free of charge but guests must be 16 years of age or older)
- Polo instruction
- Horse riding
- Picnics on the estate
For a family trip, Kurland arranges creative activities specifically tailored to children of all ages. The extensive young guest's facilities are cleverly designed and tucked away affording them their space. Lofts have been created above the main suites, and offer 2 or 3 or if required four beds. Each has its private play area, toys and en-suite bathrooms.
This particular Plettenberg Luxury Hotel is a safe haven that allows the children to have their own Relais & Châteaux luxury vacation.
Enjoy the Spa at Kurland and revitalise your mind, body and soul whilst absorbing the atmosphere of the Garden Route.
Rates from R4 700.00 pp
- Per person per night sharing (pp)
- Rates are in South African Rands
- *Rates may vary according to season
- Accommodation and full breakfast
- All non-alcoholic beverages including teas & coffees
- Café Complet every day consisting of tea, coffee, cakes and pastries served on the verandah
- Use of sauna, steam room and gym
- Transfers to Nature’s Valley beach
- Wireless internet access
- Laundry
- Personal extras
- Alcoholic drinks
- Gratuities
- Lunches and dinners
- Horse riding
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