The Old Rectory Hotel and Spa
Garden Route
At a glance
The Old Rectory Hotel and Spa occupies a restored heritage building at 2 Bull Street in Plettenberg Bay. Recognised as a National Monument, the property combines period character with a relaxed boutique-hotel style, creating a calm base for a Garden Route stay.
The hotel has 18 suites, with accommodation designed around comfort, colour and a sense of place. Pool-Facing Suites draw on the region’s flora and fauna and feature contemporary South African art. Garden Suites add private sunny gardens, king-sized beds and en-suite bathrooms with walk-in rain showers. The suites are individually styled, with private outdoor spaces that offer a quieter setting within the property.
An enclosed garden, mature milkwood trees and a swimming pool give the hotel a peaceful atmosphere, even though the surrounding area has plenty of activity. The pool deck provides space for relaxing outdoors, while the layout allows guests to retreat from the town when a slower pace is preferred. The property is also presented as family friendly, with features intended to make stays with children more comfortable.
Dining takes place at 1777, a bistro-inspired restaurant that draws on local Garden Route produce and the building’s heritage. The food is prepared with attention to detail, with the menu shaped by the ingredients available in the surrounding region. The restaurant suits relaxed meals within the hotel rather than a formal fine-dining setting.
The Old Rectory Spa provides another reason to spend time on the property. Treatments include signature journeys, facials, aromatherapy massages and grooming rituals, offering options for rest and personal care during a Plettenberg Bay visit.
The location works well for combining hotel time with coastal and nature-based outings. Plettenberg Bay’s beaches, Keurbooms Lagoon, indigenous coastal forests and Robberg Nature Reserve are all highlighted as accessible from the property. The result is a suitable choice for travellers looking for heritage surroundings, a tranquil spa, comfortable suites and an easy base for exploring the area.
