Grootbos Private Nature Reserve

Gansbaai, South Africa

9.8 Superior Luxury
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About the Hotel

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve celebrates the wonders of the dramatic landscape of South Africa. Exclusive and secluded, guests are privy to a world that is full of blossoming flora, miles of private beaches, and safe encounters with great creatures of the sea. A favorite with families, nature loves and the most cosmopolitan of world travelers, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve combines contemporary style and luxurious amenities with a relaxed natural environment to make you feel both at home, and completely pampered.

Location

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve
PO Box 148
Gansbaai, South Africa 7220

Nearest Airport: CPT

Features and Amenities

  • Dining
  • Wine Cellar
  • Bar & Lounge
  • On-Site Amenities
  • Salon
  • Laundry Service
  • Library
  • High-Speed Internet Access
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Horse Stables
  • In-Room Amenities
  • Direct Dial Telephones
  • Hair Dryers
  • Mini Bar
  • Satellite Television
  • Luxury Linens
  • Coffee & Tea Facilities
  • Activities
  • Scuba Diving
  • Nature Walks
  • Whale Watching
  • Wine Tours
  • Bird Watching
  • Business
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Family
  • Children's Programs
  • Playground
  • Children's Menus
  • Nearby
  • Beaches
  • Interests
  • Active & Adventure
  • Beach

Reviews for Grootbos Private Nature Reserve

Very expensive for what it was.

TripAdvisor Traveler Review Rating Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Beautiful countryside but for the cost of the tour , we would not repeat it. There was very little fynbos in flower in April. Might be an idea not to do tours if there is not much to see. A fair amount of time was spent at the florigium which we would have rather done on our own. The lunch was by far the highlight, beautifully set in an old house- using fynbos ingredients and absolutely delicious. We felt that this restaurant should form part of the painting display area- thus allowing one to spend much more time there.

travelhagPerth - Perth, Australia


You have to stay to believe such an exquisite environmentally responsible place exists.

TripAdvisor Traveler Review Rating Reviewed 1 month ago

Brilliant Relaxing place to stay. Everything was excellent - The team, the food , our lodge and the adventure trips A wow location. Every one made us feel very welcome. Probably one of the best breaks that we have had in over 50 years of travelling. They are doing a lot for the environment and the local community. We learned so much Highly recommended. We will be back

Alan & Elaine T - Surrey, United Kingdom


Magical Luxury Stay with Nature

TripAdvisor Traveler Review Rating Reviewed 2 months ago

Grootbos was absolutely wonderful and the view of the coastline is better than the pictures! We stayed at the Forest Lodge for 3 nights and we did a beach picnic (highly recommended), cave exploration, flower/fynbos safari, and horseback riding. We even got lucky enough to enjoy a special boma dinner in the forest. Grootbos is an easy 2 hour drive from Cape Town and worth every penny! Our guide, Ruaan, and server, Candice, took excellent care of us. Many thanks to all of the staff for a memorable and enjoyable stay for our family.

TXFlyer - Atlanta, Georgia


Fantastic Grootbos Private Nature Reserve!

TripAdvisor Traveler Review Rating Reviewed 3 months ago

Me and my family stayed at Forest Lodge Suite in Grootbos Private Nature Reserve,Gansbaai, South Africa 🇿🇦 I enjoy staying at Grootbos . The place is amazing, the food is awesome, the nature around the place is fantastic. One of my favorite food is venison burger, so juicy and yummy! When we first arrived, we assited by one appointed staff who greet us personally and also as our guide who showed us the room and also arranged our activities at Grootbos. There are lot of activities there: horse riding, flora safari (botanical 4x4 tour), whale watching, beach & cave walk and other attarctions. It's so magical to stay there. I enjoyed the flora safari. It's a great experience to see lot of beautiful flowers and birds. South Africa, a paradise on Earth with its diverse landscapes, vibrant culture, and incredible wildlife, has left an indelible mark on our hearts. Hope to be back there again soon!

Dikye D - Jakarta, Indonesia


Go on - spoil yourself. Heaven on earth.

TripAdvisor Traveler Review Rating Reviewed 4 months ago

Want to be treated like a king and queen - this is your place. Not a far drive off from the highway. From the minute you step in- you are spoilt. Drinks are on the house. The food delicious. Not fully halal but more than enough options to choose from. The activities are well arranged with your personal guide. The rooms are super- we stayed in the Forest Lodge side. Horse riding was special. We bought quite a few plants from their nursery. You are never rushed for any meal. I would return in a heartbeat.

miles28 - Cape Town Central, South Africa


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Recently stayed at Grootbos and loved every minute of it. The suites and lodge are wonderful, and the food is superb. We enjoyed all of the staff, and our sight seeing excursions were excellent. I wish we had had a couple more days there.
-M. Ellis


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