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Grootbos Forest Lodge is located in the 1 200ha Grootbos Private Nature Reserve. Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and Overberg Mountains, this award-winning lodge features a sophisticated design and has been constructed using local sandstone and sustainably harvested timber. Ideal for a honeymoon or romantic getaway, Forest Lodge offers only 16 suites and provides an intimate and elegant experience.

Explore the magnificent area on guided drives and walks through the reserve as you learn about the fascinating fynbos and delicate relationships of the indigenous flora and fauna. Go horse-riding, whale watching, on a flower safari, or even a thrilling scenic flight over the gorgeous landscape. Grootbos has a strong focus on conservation and sustainable tourism, and is a member of FTTSA (Fair Trade in Tourism, South Africa).

highlights

  • Located in the Grootbos Private Nature Reserve on the Cape's Whale Coast
  • A modern, light and spacious lodge with fantastic views over the reserve
  • Luxurious suites, all tucked within the forest - all very private and romantic
  • Amazing cuisine, prepared with ingredients from the Grootbos gardens

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Facilities

Spend lazy afternoons beside the swimming pool where you can enjoy exceptional views over Walker Bay.

The main lodge complex houses the bar area where you can enjoy a refreshing drink.

General Facilities

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    Swimming Pool
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    Bar
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    Restaurant
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    Internet facilities
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    Wi-fi available

Dining

Dine at the Red Indigo restaurant where you can enjoy a range of excellent dishes created using local and fresh produce.

Look out at the incredible views of Walker Bay through huge windows, while the friendly staff attends to your every need. Complement your meal with a fine wine from extensive collection.

One-Bedroom Luxury Suite

Grootbos Forest Lodge offers 16 private Luxury Suites hidden in a fairytale forest.

Each suite is elegantly furnished for both comfort and beauty, and features a fireplace, romantic canopy bed, under-floor heating, and a spacious en suite bathroom with double showers and/or baths. In addition, the suites also offer superb views from the wooden deck, and a mini bar.

One-Bedroom Luxury Suite AMENITIES

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    Air-conditioning
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    En-suite bath and shower
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    Fireplace
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    Mini Bar
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    Safe
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    Tea & coffee-making facilities
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    Television
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    Wi-fi available in room
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    Outdoor shower
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    Underfloor heating

Activities

  • Beach activities
  • Birding
  • Day tours
  • Horse-riding
  • Scenic flights
  • Sunset cruise
  • Nature drives
 
  • dates rates from board basis
  • 01 May 2013 - 30 Jun 2013 $255 Full Board
  • 01 Jul 2013 - 15 Sep 2013 $320 Full Board
  • 16 Sep 2013 - 30 Nov 2013 $485 Full Board
  • 01 Dec 2013 - 15 Dec 2013 $320 Full Board
  • 16 Dec 2013 - 30 Apr 2014 $485 Full Board

All rates are quoted per person sharing per night unless otherwise stipulated

Please note, additional room types are also available. Request a quote for rate detail

Pricing is meant as a guide only.

Go2Africa contracts rates that are significantly below accommodation general public rack rates. Due to contract confidentiality we are often not able to publish our best rate.

Contact us – via Request a Quote – for an accurate, market best rate.

All prices are subject to availability, change or increase without notice and seasonality.

Single supplements are often applicable. Options and rates vary from supplier to supplier.

Traveller Reviews

  • The highlight of our trip was Grootbos - we loved the room, the on site activities including whale / seal / penguin watching and the social responsibility tour and wished we had left the previous hotel earlier to enjoy Grootbos to its fullest. What a treat.

    Todd Fleischhauer, December 2008

  • Grootbos - another fantastic place with great food. We really liked the modern/contemporary design of the lodges and the fact that we were staying in a nature reserve. Once again all the staff were extremely helpful and all the activities well organized. We enjoyed Whale watching and I went cage diving, which really didn't live up to expectations (I think I would prefer to be in open water as opposed to cooped up in a cage!). Unfortunately, it was a very long trip with lots of waiting around on the boat etc. Apart from the cage diving trip (which isn't operated by Grootbos), we loved the place. I especially like the fact that they are training and educating local people from the shanty town to act as guides, thereby putting something back into the community.

    Matt Riggs, February 2008

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Ashley Groenevelt

Ashley Groenevelt

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"An absolute must for those looking for a real nature experience. The lodges are stunning and the views are like no other. The highlight for me was the food, nature drives and visiting the caves on the beach. This is a very romantic destination – definitely worth the visit!"

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The highlight of our trip was Grootbos - we loved the room, the on site activities including whale / seal / penguin watching and the social responsibility tour and wished we had left the previous hotel earlier to enjoy Grootbos to its fullest. What a treat.

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