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With Robberg Beach reachable in 500 metres, The Bungalow provides accommodation, a restaurant, a bar, a shared lounge and a garden. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property. There is a private bathroom with shower in all units, along with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. The Bungalow offers a terrace. The accommodation provides an ironing service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. An outdoor pool and water sports facilities can be found at The Bungalow, along with a barbecue. Robberg Nature Reserve is 8 km from the bed and breakfast, while The Market Square Shopping Centre Plettenberg Bay is 2.6 km away. The nearest airport is Plettenberg Bay, 6 km from The Bungalow, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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5 Meeding Street, Plettenberg Bay 6600 South Africa
The Bungalow Plett - Raw Africa Collection
268 reviews
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Really nice, comfortable place. We stayed in one of the bigger suites up the stairs (they upgraded us for free since we were there in winter and it’s low season 😊) The room was very well appointed, with a very comfortable bed - the most comfortable bed we found in South Africa. The bathroom was nice and clean, and had heated floors, which was great because it was quite cold at night. The room itself was a bit cold, so we asked for heaters, and then we were fine.
The beach is beautiful with lots of places to walk and explore. Load-shedding was no problem because they have generators. The restaurant was really good: you could order anything off the menu at breakfast, and it was good – eggs, toast, cereal, fruit, pancakes, etc. We ate there every night for dinner too. The “Prawns Night” was awesome, if you like seafood. It was very good.
Plettenberg Bay is a very nice town, and safe; we walked around and went grocery shopping.
Some reviews said that this is a “party place” and can be loud; now, we were there in low season, but we found it very quiet and peaceful.
The only downside (and our particular room), is that the windows are facing a fairly public boardwalk, including the window in the shower! Anyway, it does fog up pretty quickly to sort of hide you from the public. Otherwise, an awesome place to stay!
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Response from Verena Smit, Owner at The Bungalow Plett - Raw Africa Collection
Responded 16 Nov 2023
Good day, Thank you for your feedback! It is lovely to read how positive your experience was. We truly appreciate that you took the time to write this review. Kind regards, The Bungalow Plett
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Hotel is in a superb location on the beachfront with great views from the restaurant. Food in the restaurant was good quality for breakfast & dinner. Would recommend having dinner there once during your stay - worth it for the evening views alone! We stayed in the lookout room - it was smart & clean but pretty small. This was fine for us as we were out during the day & then made use of the communal outdoor seating areas at other times which were lovely. If you were going to stay longer & spend more time in the hotel I'd recommend paying for one of their bigger rooms/suites
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Response from Verena Smit, Owner at The Bungalow Plett - Raw Africa Collection
Responded 05 Feb 2024
Dear Victoria, Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fabulous experience at our hotel, enjoying the superb beachfront location and great views from the restaurant. It's wonderful that you found the food to be of good quality, particularly recommending dinner for the evening views. We appreciate your feedback on the lookout room, and it's great to know that you made use of the communal outdoor seating areas. Your suggestion to consider bigger rooms/suites for a longer stay and more time in the hotel is valuable advice for future guests. We look forward to the possibility of hosting you again in the future! Kind Regards,
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Stylish accommodation on Hobie Beach. The bungalow is a restaurant with few rooms. The team is mega happy and friendly, our room was a bit too small for us, but that's a matter of taste. It was one of the simpler accommodations but good as a mix for the Garden Route. The location on the beach is good as you can go directly on tour by kayak or boat.
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Date of stay: October 2024
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Our stay at this hotel began promisingly with a comfortable room, friendly staff, and good food. However, this positive experience took a sharp turn when we returned to find our room door wide open, with all our valuables—electronics, passports, clothing—exposed to anyone who walked by. Given that our room was less than 10 feet from an occupied room and only 50 feet from a restaurant open to the public, this situation was both unsettling and unacceptable.
I immediately went to the reception, where the initial response was that housekeeping must still be in the room. This wasn’t the case; the room was empty. Eventually, a manager arrived and explained that an unexpected electrical issue required workmen to access our room throughout the day. Despite having our contact information, the hotel had failed to notify us about this, leaving our belongings vulnerable and exposed. The manager assured us the room was supervised all day, yet we returned to find it entirely unsecured and unattended—a direct contradiction to their assurances.
This incident highlighted a complete disregard for guest security. Although we received a half-hearted apology, it was clear that guest safety was not a priority. Had we not been checking out the next day, we would have left immediately. If you value the security of your belongings and peace of mind while traveling, I would strongly advise booking elsewhere.
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Date of stay: November 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Raw Africa Collection Team, Marketing at The Bungalow Plett - Raw Africa Collection
Responded 22 Nov 2024
Dear SBAE88 Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We sincerely apologize for the distressing situation you encountered regarding the security of your room. Your safety and the security of your belongings are our top priorities, and we are truly sorry that you returned to find your door open, and your valuables exposed. We understand how unsettling it must have been to discover that your room was left unsecured, especially given the proximity to other guests and public areas. We are committed to improving our procedures and ensuring that such an oversight does not happen again in the future. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us enhance our guest experience, and we hope you will consider giving us another opportunity to serve you better in the future. Thank you once again for bringing this to our attention. Kind Regards The Bungalow Team
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From the moment we walked in the door we were blown away by the staff, interiors, gorgeous rooms and attention to detail. Every effort has been made to make the guests stay the best it could possibly be. The outside chill areas are such a spoil and wrap you in comfort and give off such a good energy. We are a family of 4 so our kids loved being so close to the beach. We felt like locals and were so happy that we could walk barefoot from our room through the gardens and onto the beach and quickly pop back for a bathroom break or a lunch or drink at the gorgeous bar. The restaurant is amazing - excellent food and service. Next time I'm booking for an entire week stay. A home away from home with all the luxury spoils in between. Thank you to the Bungalow - my kids and I cannot wait to come back.
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Date of stay: June 2024
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Response from Zandalee Kemp, Marketing at The Bungalow Plett - Raw Africa Collection
Responded 05 Jul 2024
Dear gmelck537266 Your enthusiasm and appreciation for our establishment are truly heartwarming! It brings us immense joy to hear that you and your family had such a fantastic experience from the moment you arrived. We hope that you and your family were able to make the most of our proximity to the beach and enjoyed the convenience of our facilities, which is exactly what we aim to provide. Thank you for choosing us for your getaway, and we're already looking forward to welcoming you back for an entire week next time! Kind Regards The Bungalow Team
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Heaven on Earth! I had the pleasure of staying in the luxury apartment that features a washing machine in a private kitchen, gorgeous patio with breathtaking views of the bay and loads of extra amenities. Unforgettable experience as the beachside location is unbeatable, with Hobie beach just steps away. What I loved most about the Bungalow was the attention to detail and the friendly, attentive staff. I absolutely loved the Restaurant and bar experience! Amazing food and great vibe (especially the Prawns special on a Wednesday evening)👌🏼
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Response from Kim Prince, Owner at The Bungalow Plett - Raw Africa Collection
Responded 21 Apr 2023
Good Day Melissa Thank you for taking the time to revie our establishment. Your positive comments on our property, staff and food is appreciated, We are thrilled that you had such a wonderful experience. We hope we can welcome you back in the near future, Kind Regards The Bungalow team.
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Staff is super sweet and loving. I loved every moment. I love the people the whole atmosphere os perfect almost spiritual or definitely spiritual. I had a transformative experience.
I also saw alot of care and love poured into the way the place is prepared cleaned etc. Even the builders maintenance team care and work with love.
The front desk is expert I was wrong about something and they passed and superceded my wildest expectations
I recommend this place for all humans and also highly recommended for members from other places °•○●♡●○•°
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Date of stay: September 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Zandalee Kemp, Marketing at The Bungalow Plett - Raw Africa Collection
Responded 06 Sept 2024
Dear Nomad23661222410 Thank you for your heartfelt review! We’re thrilled to hear that you found our staff to be exceptionally warm and that the atmosphere resonated deeply with you. It’s wonderful to know that you felt a transformative experience and appreciated the meticulous care and attention to detail throughout our property, including the efforts of our maintenance team. We’re also delighted that our front desk exceeded your expectations and resolved any issues to your satisfaction. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re grateful for your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you and your friends from other places back in the future. Kind Regards The Bungalow Team
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A tiny tropical paradise on the beach and conveniently located near to the town. If we visited Plett again, we would definitely stay here. The rooms are beautiful and well equipped but if you are a sennsitive sleeper bring an eyemask for the early morning light. Staff were really friendly and we wished we had booked a longer stay here.
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Response from Verena Smit, Owner at The Bungalow Plett - Raw Africa Collection
Responded 10 Jan 2024
Dear Catherine, Thank you for the positive feedback. We are delighted to hear that you truly enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your review of the morning light in the room. This is feedback we appreciate receiving as it helps us improve the stay for our guests! We trust we will be welcoming you back again. Yours in Hospitality, The Bungalow Plett by RAW Africa Boutique Collection
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We had a lovely stay made excellent by two members of staff Nox and in particular Sue.
Rooms were great with personal touches such a bottle of champagne when we arrived (did not request and wasn't charged) and dessert left in the room when we arrived back (did not request and wasn't charged).
Would recommend to anyone visiting the garden route to stay here amazing atmosphere with special nights and a great restaurant.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Response from Verena Smit, Owner at The Bungalow Plett - Raw Africa Collection
Responded 17 Jul 2023
Dear Billy, Thank you very much for choosing The Bungalow Plett for your recent stay in Plettenberg Bay. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and we appreciate your kind and detailed review. We take pride in creating a "home away from home" experience for our guests. Looking forward to welcoming you back again soon to make your next stay just as memorable! Warm Regards The Bungalow Plett Team
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I ordered the chicken in a skewer. I’ve had this before, and it’s been very delicious but this time it was only just warm and overcooked and tough.
The roast vegetables were served on a stone cold plate, so we’re not hot either. This restaurant is right by the sea and so food would get cold very quickly naturally but when it’s served on a stone cold plate it doesn’t stand a chance of keeping warm.
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Date of stay: September 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Raw Africa Collection Team, Marketing at The Bungalow Plett - Raw Africa Collection
Responded 23 Sept 2024
Dear KayLeeds Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent dining experience. We’re sorry to hear that the chicken skewer and roast vegetables did not meet your expectations this time. We strive to provide consistently delicious meals, and it’s disappointing to learn we fell short. Your comments about the temperature of the plate are valuable, and we will address this with our kitchen team to ensure we maintain the quality of our dishes. We appreciate your input and hope you’ll give us another chance to provide you with a more enjoyable experience in the future. Kind Regards The Bungalow Team
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Hi ladies
I do apologize for the very late response, we have had technical difficulties with our tripadvisor page. We are all fixed now and will be 110% better with responses in the future.
Our phone number is 044 533 1864 / 082 077 0260
Our restaurant does not do bookings unless it is for a birthday celebration, event that you would like to host at The Bungalow or a special occasion.
I do apologize for not responding sooner.
If you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Kind Regards
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"Walk to the rocks at the left side of the beach for great bird and sealife watching. Check out La Cafeteria for breakfast/lunch, just 3 mins walk to the right of the beach."
There are more places to choose from in the Plettenberg Bay area.
PRICE RANGE
R 3,972 - R 4,910 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
South AfricaWestern CapePlettenberg Bay
NUMBER OF ROOMS
7
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