Kurland Hotel is a perfect marriage of old world charm enhanced by modern sophistication. Here the best of both worlds marry to create a unique experience of tranquil countryside and breathtaking beaches.
Benefitting from the warmer temperature of the Indian Ocean, Plettenberg Bay and the surrounding areas offer a superb nature and beach style vacation.
This boutique, luxury Hotel offers gracious country living with just 12 suites that afford utter privacy. It has acquired a reputation as an exclusive hideaway located on a vast 700 hectare private Estate of incredible natural beauty, situated between the mountains and the pristine beaches of Nature’s Valley.
The flora and fauna offers guests an insight into indigenous plants, shrubs and trees found in the area and of course the award-winning Kurland roses.
Kurland Hotel has been designed with exceptional facilities for family holidays and due to the area enjoying a Mediterranean climate; it makes this the ideal year round destination for vacations, romantic getaways, exclusive weddings and family reunions.
The charm of Kurland Hotel lies in its authenticity and is consistently rated as one of the best Hotels in the world as well as regarded as the most desirable address on the Garden Route.
Kurland Hotel has just 12 tastefully decorated and spacious suites. The Luxury and Superior Suites all have private loft rooms that are specially furnished for children with their own en-suite bathrooms.
The Luxury Suites have secluded courtyards and water features whilst the Superior Suites all have private pools, which enjoy magnificent views of the Estate.
Two of the 75m² Suites are located at a distance from the main homestead and pool, which makes them particularly private and peaceful.
Bathrooms open onto private courtyards, which have calming water features, whilst the main suites flow into large pool terraces.
An upstairs ‘loft’ room is en-suite, boasts satellite TV and telephone and can sleep 2, 3 or 4 persons – ideal for family members or an au pair.
Tucked away from the main homestead, the other 2 x 72m² Superior Suites provide a perfect romantic haven.
The separate entrance hall leads into the main Suite which is luxuriously furnished and has a king-size bed, fireplace and comfortable seating area.
The terrace and bathroom have stunning panoramic vistas of the estate. Large terraces have a private swimming pool and relaxation area with ‘courtesy blinds’ that afford complete privacy.
This is also the ideal venue for an alfresco brunch or romantic dinner.
The 6 Luxury Suites are stunning in every respect. Each is individually designed and offer a large bedroom, spacious bathroom, private patio and upstairs en-suite loft that can accommodate 2 children.
The pastel décor, king-sized four-poster beds, huge open plan bathrooms, sitting area next to the fireplace, and well-stocked library, assure every comfort in a spacious and peaceful environment.
Private terraces overlook the paddocks. The 2 Suites located in the rose garden are interleading, making them perfect for family groups. Both suites have en-suite loft rooms upstairs which can accommodate 2 children each.
The other 4 Luxury Suites are located closer to the main homestead.
The Suites of 57m² are individually decorated, have an entrance terrace which overlooks the pool area, a king sized bed and oversized chairs in a cozy sitting area next to the fireplace.
The spacious bathrooms are a sanctuary, with a shower, bath and reclining chaise, which overlooks a private courtyard and flowing water feature.
All 4 Suites have en-suite loft rooms upstairs which can accommodate 2 children each.
The 2 Elegant Suites overlook the central pool. Each one is individually designed and offer a large bedroom, bathroom and private patio.
They are ideally located a few steps from the main homestead.
These spacious 51m² guest Suites have an individual décor style; one is in a Greek Mediterranean theme, and the other in pink and white toile.
Both have huge bathrooms, sitting areas, fireplaces and private patios.
Twin double beds are the standard; however the romantic toile room has the option to be created with a king-sized bed and has a separate dressing room.
The Elegant Suites are inter-leading, which makes them perfect for groups.
Wherever the mood takes you; to the library, verandah, pool, courtyard, your private terrace or the rose gardens, an elegant setting will be arranged either for more intimate meals or for group celebrations.
The restaurant situated in the Homestead has won countless awards over the years.
Executive Chef, Leon Coetzee has become renowned in the industry for creating unique, fine cuisine due to his diverse culinary skills and broad knowledge of local and international culinary trends as a result of his impressive career.
To date he has received multiple awards and some of his signature dishes can be found in two prestigious cook books, one being “32 Inspirational Chef’s” by Relais & Châteaux.
The Spa, which is owner managed, is located within the Kurland Hotel grounds and include a private steam room, sauna room, therapy rooms, a relaxation area, gym and a refreshing plunge pool.
Kurland’s polo players and horses have international status and the Kurland International Polo Test held on the Estate for many years, updates available on the polo websites, is regarded as one of the top ten polo matches in the world.
The mesh dome of the sanctuary was built over 2.3 hectares of indigenous forest, and is up to 55 metres above ground level. 1.2 kilometres of walkways, about 75% of which are elevated, let visitors see the birds at all levels of the aviary.
Tenikwa Wildlife Awareness Centre at Plettenberg Bay offers guests a truly unique wildcat experience as they are taken on a guided tour of cheetah, leopard, serval, caracal and other wildcats, baboons and birds.
Kurland Hotel is a multi functional venue with top-class infrastructure for product launches, conferences, corporate events, exhibitions and corporate ‘think tanks’.
Plettenberg Bay Country Club is a popular destination for tourists; the main attraction being the challenging layout built to USGA specifications, and is rated in the TOP 50 in South Africa.
Choose between a one hour farm trail with views over the mountains and forest, a two hour forest trail with wildlife, a three hour trail on a private nature reserve amidst indigenous forest or a half or full day Cruise The Crags Trail.
The essence of a romantic stay at Kurland is freedom from any time constraints and schedules, coupled with the opportunity to experience a host of country pursuits in a relaxed environment.
The world’s first free-roaming multi-specie Primate Sanctuary. A top eco-tourism attraction in the Garden Route.
Offers ecological marine adventure with the opportunity to interact with the whales and dolphins.
Home to six African elephants in a beautiful indigenous forest setting. All programmes are fully guided which makes for a truly enriching experience.
Award-winning cheeses, (awarded ‘best Feta cheese’ in South Africa) produces Feta, cheddar cheeses and an excellent hand-made French style Camembert.
Due to its magnificent and indeed unparalleled gardens and grounds, Kurland Hotel is an idyllic venue for your dream day to create a truly unique wedding.
Visiting Plettenberg Bay at anytime of the year offers amazing ocean wildlife adventures. But none more spectacular than the months the Southern Right whale visits the quiet bay to nurture their young before migrating.
KURLAND HOTEL
N2 KurlandPlettenberg Bay 6602South Africa