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Hog Hollow Country Lodge

4.0 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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January 2025

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Aerial view
Terrace/patio
Reception
Suite
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Askop Road, The Crags, Western Cape, 6602
  • Barnyard Theatre
    10 min walk
  • Lawnwood Snake Sanctuary
    5 min drive
  • Monkeyland
    9 min drive
  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    27 min drive

Room options

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Family Suite, Mountain View

Family Suite, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Suite

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Exterior
The Plettenberg Hotel
Pool
Spa
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Parking included
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (131)
The price is NZ$673
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
The Plettenberg Hotel

About the area

The Crags

With a stay at Hog Hollow Country Lodge in The Crags, you'll be in the mountains, just a 1-minute walk from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 10 minutes by foot from Barnyard Theatre. .This spa guesthouse is 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Garden Route National Park and 6.7 mi (10.9 km) from Arch Rock Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Birds of Eden - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Elephant Sanctuary - 9 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Monkeyland - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Goose Valley Golf Club - 16 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Arch Rock Beach - 27 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Enrico Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Peppermill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bread and Brew - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bramon Wine Estate - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Moss and Maple Farmstall and Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Hog Hollow Country Lodge

Guesthouse in The Crags with a full-service spa and free breakfast
Hog Hollow Country Lodge offers 16 accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the guesthouse's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 guestrooms featuring minibars. Rooms have private furnished patios. Bathrooms have separate bathtubs and showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. Additional features at this guesthouse include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Hog Hollow serving guests of Hog Hollow Country Lodge. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary English breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Hog Hollow - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar

Restaurants on site

  • Hog Hollow

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Beach towels
  • Designated smoking areas
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • In-room massage
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Turndown service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8 AM to 6 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Hog Hollow
Hog Hollow Country
Hog Hollow Country Lodge
Hog Hollow Country Lodge The Crags
Hog Hollow Country The Crags
Hog Hollow Lodge
Hollow Lodge
Hog Hollow Country Hotel Plettenberg Bay
Hog Hollow Country Lodge South Africa/The Crags
Hog Hollow Country The Crags
Hog Hollow Country Lodge The Crags
Hog Hollow Country Lodge Guesthouse
Hog Hollow Country Lodge Guesthouse The Crags

Hog Hollow Country Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful place to stay with outstanding service
We stayed at Hogs Hollow for two nights whilst driving the garden route and we loved our stay. Our room - no 17 (or rather suite) was stunning. Breathtaking views from our private veranda and a spacious room with living area and large bed, and not to mention a wood burner that was freshly laid each day kept those chilly nights away. But most of all the exceptional service was what made our stay. All the staff were very friendly and went above and beyond! Nothing was too much trouble, and when asking what we were up to for the day or for dinner flagged things like tide times to be aware of or whether somewhere was closed. We were also delighted by the daily car clean. The weather wasn’t kind enough for us to use the pool but the pool deck was great and we used the sauna. Breakfast was also delicious. A large continental selection with homemade goods accompanied by a hot dish of our choosing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Darlene, Calgary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It is a beautiful property and well thought through. The only problem is that the infrastructure seems to break down a lot and the staff don’t seem to handle it well. On our second day we had no electricity for the afternoon. When they tried to fix it we were left with no water. Then they managed to get cold water. Next they arranged for us to shower in another unit. They had to be reminded to bring us a key for that room. That evening when the turn down staff came they took the key. We did not notice until the morning when we needed to have a shower. We must have gone to the front desk 6 times to deal with the issue. We had a plane to catch the next morning so this just added to the stress. They offered us a bottle of wine as compensation but we were getting on a plane so it was no use to us. The food was generally good but for some reason the salads we ordered on the second night were not edible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mike, pittsburgh pa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a great experience here... the staff is amazing so welcoming and friendly we went with our 2 young children and they were so great with them.. would recommend this place to anyone with children. Also if you go you must do the champagne tour with mark he’s fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting with wonderful friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hortus, Surrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our second visit to Hog Hollow and it was every bit as enjoyable as the previous one. Very much enjoy the friendly staff approah and the style of the place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Homely vibe in the forest with super service
We stayed at Hog Hollow for one night as wanted to experience another side of Plettenberg. It’s got a real jungle/forest vibe in the hills. We arrived really early but they let us check in straight away which I loved and also gave us lots of suggestions on things to do. Our room was cosy, nicely decorated, lovely log fire. If I was being really penickity Id say it had a slightly musty smell but I think this is just a by product of location and it went with the fire burning. They helped us do a walk through the forest (wear insect repellent if you do this!) and then picked us up after which was handy. Service was really good all round. The staff even washed our car for us which was greatly appreciated! Lovely pool to recline by looking out into the forest and then we did the in-house set menu in the evening which was lovely too. Great stay for a night or two.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alan, Hillsborough, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location is fabulous and the deck area above the pool with the fire pit is amazing. The food and hospitality are exemplary and the whole experience is very relaxing . the hotel is well located for exploring the wider area and there is plenty to see and do.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Romantic lodge with great views.
Large and nicely decorated room. Wonderful communal terrace with log fire in the evening. Good food. Close to plattenburg bay, and plenty of local activities. And the pineapple soap in the room was good enough that we went to the producer to buy more. But this is fully reflected in the price, and for a premium venue there were occasional glitches, like poor quality roibush tea, and cups that had not been pre-heated so it cooled quickly. And while the lack of wi fi in rooms was probably a selling point originally, with today’s connected world it is a pain. But overall, would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A hidden treasure, lovely setting with fantastic views across the forest from your room, breakfast terrace and swimming pool. Staff are so friendly and helpful. Great position for lots of different things to do and see. My 2nd visit and was as excellent as first.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gavin, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, views and lots to do!
Great accommodation, helpful staff , great food and lots to do on site and nearby. One night not really enough

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous property, fabulous people.
Great staff, very welcoming and friendly -nothing was too much trouble for them. This is 3rd time we stayed at HH and hope to be back again soon !

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Per, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic views, romantic setting, limited dining
This place has the most amazing setting with georgeous views. Each lodge is set in between vegetation so feels very private, you are not overlooked by anyone. The room had no aircon, just ceiling fans. Also NO TV. The bathroom had a big bathtub with room for two, and a candle holder on the wall so you could have a nice romantic bath in the candlelight. The beds were very comfortable and large. The curtains did not block out the light well so be prepared to get up when the sun gets up! The major bonus was the decking outside, where you can sit outside in privacy and just enjoy the nature around you. The lodge is reached by a small path that winds its way through the forest. Service was good, we got help with parking, carrying bags etc. Amazingly, when we got in the car in the morning to drive off we noticed that they had *washed our car*. Dinner was a disappointment. It's just a fixed menu consisting of a few dishes. There are three choices for the mains and that's it (meat/fish/vegetarian) and if you don't like any of these then you have a problem - there is nothing else around for miles. The food was good, but there was not much protein - and felt completely overpriced for a small piece of meat. Think "nouvelle cuisine" done South Africa style and you will have it. Breakfast was very very good, with some exciting items I have not had before as well as blueberries, strawberries, home made omelettes, fantastic pastries etc.

10/10 Excellent

Mr Mark, NW England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simply the best...
Visited for 3 nights to celebrate my Wifes birthday in a very special place. We absolutely love this hotel ! Staff are the best we have ever met and really make a huge effort, and everthing about the hotel makes it a great place to stay. This is our 2nd time staying here, and we will definately be back. Highly recommended !!

10/10 Excellent

juliet, cumbria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Personal service
Fantastic location. Amazing staff, a unique dining experience. Highly recommended for a 2-3 night min stop over.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente hotel na montanha
Excelente hotel. Pouco a fazer nas redondezas, precisa pegar o carro e ir longe. Mas o hotel é bastante confortável e equipe muito atenciosa.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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