About this property
Located at the base of the wild Tsitsikamma Mountains, The Fernery overlooks an impressive 30-yard waterfall in the Sanddrift River gorge. The deck area features a cocktail bar and free WiFi is available throughout. The spacious rooms and suites are individually decorated and filled with light. Some rooms have fireplaces and offer scenic views. The elegant bathrooms have floor heating and heated towel rails. Guests can enjoy cuisine from the a la carte menu offered in The Fernery Restaurant or select a bottle of wine from the cellar to enjoy with a traditional 3-course braai at leisure on your private deck. Surrounded by native plants, many scenic hikes and bike routes are available. Guests can also relax in the entertainment area. Shuttle services are available on request. Plettenberg Bay Airport is 53 mi away, while the Port Elizabeth and George airports are both within 112 mi.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Spa
- Room service
- Bar
- Free crib available on request
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Availability
Prices converted to USD
We have no availability here between Wed, Sep 10, 2025 and Sat, Sep 13, 2025.
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Room Type
Number of guests
Price
1 king bed
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2 twin beds
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2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
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Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
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1 king bed
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2 twin beds
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Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Massimiliano
Canada“Absolutely beautiful place. Rooms were big and comfortable and the service fantastic. Plenty to do in the location for those active as well the ability to relax” - Michel
South Africa“Location and friendly staff. Excellent food and breakfast. Excellent wines. Whirl pool and spa.” 
Nikitha
United States“This lodge goes above and beyond. We enjoyed our chalet with great views, the spa for a deep tissue massage, the wood fire hot tub with views of the river, and a cozy dining experience at the restaurant with a fireplace to keep us warm. Would 100%...”
Devandran South Africa“The location and views are breath taking. The service and facilities are brilliant.”- Thomas
Germany“Wow, what an amazing experience to stay at The Fernery. This is one of the places we will remember for a long time. The setting of the hotel was fantastic. The Jacuzzi and Hot Tub ambiance also fantastic. The breakfast by wide margin the best in...” - Fabian
United Kingdom“Amazing setting. Very relaxing. Had a great massage in the spa too.” - Ilovetogoawandering Canada“From the moment you enter the property, you know you're in for a special treat! Upon entering reception, we were warmly greeted and efficiently checked in. After that, we had a personal tour around the property and then were shown our wonderful...”
Rob United Kingdom“Stunning location, amazing views and great forest hikes. Number of pool/jaczuzzi/hot tub options and the views from the jacuzzi and hot tubs is incredible. Great vegetarian options on the menu for dinner, makes a change from the usual standard...”- Peter United Kingdom“We stayed here for 1 night as part of our honeymoon. The hotel is situated up a dirt track road. However, it is very well signposted, and we had no issues with our rental car. Check-in was very easy; we had booked one of the lodges, which had been...”
- Erika South Africa“I was lucky to strike a last minute good special. Facilities , location and staff - all amazing!”
Area info
Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
- The Fernery Restaurant
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
The Fernery Lodge & Spa takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 21:00 and 07:30
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
Kindly note that the spa hours are limited. To avoid disappointment, please ensure to book in advance. Contact the property directly using the details in your confirmation. Thank you.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Fernery Lodge & Spa of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property is accessible by an unpaved road, which might not be suitable for some vehicles.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
