20km from Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, 6600
What's nearby
Garden Route Wolf Sanctuary - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Knysna Elephant Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
Goose Valley Golf Club - 12 min drive - 13.0 km
Plettenberg Bay Beach - 15 min drive - 12.0 km
Getting around
Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 16 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Steers - 9 min drive
Carol Breeze Cafe - 4 min drive
Heath Cafe & Deli - 4 min drive
Zinzi Restaurant - 4 min drive
Harkerville Market - 3 min drive
About this property
Lairds Lodge
When visiting Plettenberg Bay, Lairds Lodge is a great choice to consider. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other features of this Colonial country house include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a terrace.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
17 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (during limited hours)*
Offsite
Area shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Babysitting (surcharge)
Working away
Business center
Services
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1995
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Colonial architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Patio
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free wired internet
Phone
More
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Policies
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Also known as
Lairds Lodge
Lairds Lodge Plettenberg Bay
Lairds Plettenberg Bay
Lairds Lodge Country Estate South Africa/Harkerville
Lairds Lodge Country House
Lairds Lodge Plettenberg Bay
Lairds Lodge Country House Plettenberg Bay
Frequently asked questions
Does Lairds Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Lairds Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Lairds Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Lairds Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Lairds Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Lairds Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Lairds Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Lairds Lodge and nearby?
Lairds Lodge has an outdoor pool and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Lairds Lodge?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Lairds Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.
What's the area around Lairds Lodge like?
Lairds Lodge is located a short 1-minute walk from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2023
Beautiful garden
Beautiful room
Staff amazing, decor stunning, check out the bar area 🍸
Annelize
Annelize, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2022
Brian
Brian, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 31, 2021
The friendliest staff, most beautiful hotel and delicious food..everything was perfect!
Melanie
Melanie, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 21, 2021
Average but friendly
Hello, it seems like Covid has taken its toll on Lairds Lodge. It seemed like it was in need of an upgrade. The
William
William, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 26, 2020
Israel
Israel, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2019
Staff were exceptional, rooms are absolutely stunning and the food was amazing! Wish we were staying here longer as this has been our favourite place to stay!
Verified traveler
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 18, 2019
The staff make this place special. When you arrive and are greeted personally by each of the staff, you realise that this is going to be special. Lesley, Bani and the rest of the team make you feel very special during your stay and provide much help and advice about things to do, places to visit etc.
The breakfasts were the best we’d had during the whole of our holiday and the dinners were equally as good.
Fabulous place, love to stay here again.
Rosemary
Rosemary, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2019
Unique experience
Really amazing Lodge, a unique experience with superb food , exceptional actually
Ramin
Ramin, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good
Apr 17, 2018
Lovely charming lodge. Nice room, good breakfast. Disastrous unpaved access road (deep holes) which could easily be rectified.
Recommend visiting nearby elephant reserve.
Verified traveler
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2017
A beautiful hotel with very friendly staff. The breakfast was amazing and very luxurious. the only downside was it was a few minutes outside of town about halfway between Plettenberg and Knysna.
Rahshel
Rahshel, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2017
Accommodation
Our family stayed at Lairds Lodge so we booked 2 rooms and accommodations were beautiful. The staff could not have been nicer and the breakfast was a culinary delight!
Richard
Richard, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2017
Beautiful lodge, lovely staff, delicious meals!
Laird's Lodge provided a wonderful retreat away from the more touristy section of Plettenberg Bay. The grounds were beautiful and the staff was lovely. They went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable. The food was delicious -- you will not leave hungry. The breakfasts were gorgeous and not to be missed!
Jenny
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2017
Fantastic service and food
Stayed for 3 nights. Wonderful hotel with really excellent service. We ate here twice and the food was very good. Breakfast was a real treat every morning. Location is very good for both Kynsa and Plettenberg bay.
neal
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 11, 2017
MR S J
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 4, 2016
Laird's Lodge
An excellent establishment. Rooms very well appointed and staff were most helpful and friendly. The one meal we had was superb and there are plenty of wines on offer from South Africa. I would definitely return.
Malcolm
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6/10 Good
Nov 21, 2016
First class staff & service. Nice food.
Room allocated dark, cold & seemed damp. Bathroom/toilet facilities very basic and poor quality. No heating provided. Imaginative food but limited choice.
Accommodation over-priced.
macs
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2016
Spectacular!!!
Spectacular stay from start to finish. Tea and biscuits on arrival then a bottle of champagne and chocolates in our room. The interior design is wonderful and each room more interesting than the next. The food was out of this world dinner and breakfast were both perfect. A really brilliant place to stay!
EIMEAR
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2016
Beautiful Retreat
We stayed for three nights and loved it. Great food, wine, staff, location and surrounding areas.
Verified traveler
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 7, 2016
Piece of heaven
Absolutely beautiful place to stay! Staff couldn't have been nicer and food and friendliness at meals made it like a big house party!
Bernadette
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2016
Excellent guesthouse
Great guesthouse in a peaceful setting outside Plettenberg Bay. The staff were great and the food was excellent. They have a lovely pool area also.
John
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2015
Wonderful service and superb food
Extremely friendly with great staff. Cuisine absolutely the best.
Verified traveler
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2015
Beautiful, luxurious country house
This is the second time that we have chosen to stay at Lairds Lodge. If anything the second visit was even better than the first. The hospitality of the staff and their willingness to make your stay a complete delight is outstanding. The accommodation is so comfortable, with room 11 providing an enormous amount of space for us. The lodge is close to many attractions and areas of interest and finally the food is amazing. Not any choice as the meal is determined beforehand, but you can choose the number of courses and each is a culinary feast.
Rema
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2015
A good recommendation
Treated ourselves with a stay here for our 49th wedding anniversary and were not disappointed. The establishment decor is very interesting, the room was large and well furnished, complete with large candle in the bathroom, although this may have more to do with the recurring power cuts in SA, which were handled well. We also ate dinner there which was very elaborate. An alternative fish dish was provided for my non-meat-eating husband but this was not as good as the set meal. Service was excellent.
We usually prefer to stay nearer to towns but with dinner available this wasn't a problem. Weren't able to enjoy the lovely pool area as the weather was stormy.
Mary
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8/10 Very Good
Feb 26, 2015
marcus
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2015
Beautiful lodge with amazing food
Enjoyed every second.. Staff are amazing as is the comfort of the lodge. Nice quiet and relaxed. Food is amazing.