Grootbos Private Nature Reserve
About this property
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve offers luxury accommodations featuring spectacular views of ancient forests and the whale watching haven of Walker Bay, just a 30-minute drive from Hermanus. The air conditioned suites of Grootbos feature floor-to-ceiling windows, making the suites light and airy. All suites offer a spacious lounge with a cozy fireplace, satellite TV and a DVD player, and a private wooden deck. Guests can enjoy African and European gourmet cuisine, made with fresh and locally grown produce in Grootbos Private Nature Reserve’s 2 restaurants. Full English breakfast menus, light lunches and 6-course dinners are included in the rate. Grootbos Private Nature Reserve offers various tours, including flower safaris, horseback riding, birding tours, shark cage diving in Gansbaai, and of course whale watching tours. Grootbos Nature Reserve is a multi-award winning nature reserve, and home to more than 740 different species of plants. The center of Capetown is a scenic 2-hour drive away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Spa
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
Sustainability
- The Long Run
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Rupert
United Kingdom
“Superb location; excellent facilities; wonderful staff” - Ahmed
Egypt
“Beauty of nature and that amazing purple hike that heals your soul.” - Matthew
South Africa
“The location is second to none, incredible ocean and mountain vistas almost wherever you look, but what really made this experience something special are the staff, they are attentive, engaging and friendly. What really struck me about the staff...” - Janetta
South Africa
“The wide view of veld and ocean from the large windows of the modern, luxurious lodge amidst natural fynbos. And the room was unbeatable.” - Anthony
United Kingdom
“Couldn't fault it. Fantastic biome. Must be even better with flowers and whales! Our guide, Marna, was exceptional” - Andreas
Germany
“Grootbos liegt in einem privaten Naturschutzgebiet. Einmalig schöne Landschaft mit Fynbos, Milkwoodwald etc. Das Team ist äusserst herzlich und liest jeden Wunsch von den Augen ab. Essen sehr lecker. Weinprobe in der Galerie mit Pflanzenbildern...” - Iuliia
Russia
“Идеально всё: само место, персонал, сервис, еда, домики и прекрасный вид на океан” - Carl-peter
Germany
“Spektakuläre Lage, sehr gutes Personal, fabelhaftes Essen.” - Susanne
Germany
“Tolle Lage mit einem unfassbar schönen Blick auf den Atlantik und die Natur. Essen der Spitzenklasse. Tolle Unterkünfte. Das gesamte Team ist stets darum bemüht den Aufenthalt unvergesslich zu machen. Man kann das Ganze eigentlich nicht in Worte...” - Ignacio
France
“La nature, les chambres, le personnel, le spa, les multiples possibilities de promenades. Ça a été une expérience formidable. Je recommande”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.


The fine print
Kindly note that all land-based activities such as beach picnics, safaris and nature walks are included in the room rates. Please note that all tours feature specialized guides.