Grootbos Nature Reserve Accommodation- Luxury in Harmony with Nature

Grootbos is home to two 5-star sanctuaries - Garden and Forest Lodge. Set amongst ancient Milkwood trees, our eco-friendly accommodation about 160 km from Cape Town consists of large, private One- or Two-Bedroom Luxury Suites. Each free-standing suite is set in tranquil surroundings where guests have the chance to unwind amidst the splendours of nature.

Be pampered by Grootbos’ luxury accommodation and its warm hospitality.  From each luxury suite you can admire the sunsets over the Ocean or start the day in tune with the forest birds. Occasionally your attention will be captured by the hawks and raptors that hunt for prey in the fynbos below your private terrace.

Suites comprise a lounge with fireplace, airy bedroom with en-suite bathroom and wooden decks with spectacular sea views. They are equipped with extra length beds, 100% down duvets and cotton bedding, a safe, tea & coffee making facilities and minibars. Spacious, finely appointed bathrooms complete the feeling of utter indulgence. Carefully selected natural textures and colours bring the harmony of nature into your suite. Winding pathways will guide you through some of the last Milkwood Forests in the world while strolling between your suite and the main lodges.

Grootbos offers true eco-friendly accommodation and a great way to experience the Walker Bay region.

Book your getaway with us now and indulge in luxury in harmony with nature.

The Garden Lodge	The Forest Lodge
The Garden Lodge boasts sweeping views over  Walker Bay and is located amongst a beautiful three hectare indigenous fynbos gardens. Made from stone, thatch and a selection of fine timber the  main Lodge is stylish and modern with a strong African feel. This is the original Grootbos Lodge and is surrounded by a fynbos garden and an ancient Milkwood forest. Accommodation is in 11 luxury suites, each individually designed. Totally refurbished in a manner that reflects stylish and african inspirations, the luxury garden suites all have breathtaking views. All suites have a seperate bedroom with en-suite bathroom, large decks and a large lounge with fireplace. The suites vary in size from a 2 bedroom suite of 120 sqm to the one bedroom suites of approximately 80 sqm. The Garden lodge facilities include a restaurant with a large deck with incredible views, a bar, a lounge, a pool and a small spa where you can enjoy various massages, manicures and peticures. The stables and children playing area are a short walk from the lodge.	The Forest Lodge built in 2006 is an architectural masterpiece of sophisticated contemporary design, positioned on the fringes of a 800-year old Milkwood Forest. The Lodge consists of a main lodge, as well as luxurious, freestanding suites built on the edge of the forest. Volumes of space under slate roofs are framed by glass, steel and natural brick to maximize the sweeping views across fynbos and dunes to the ocean. The Lodge offers a restaurant, champagne bar, a wine cellar for private dinners and a modern conference centre. Individual luxury suites of 90sqm provide the ideal blend of privacy and supreme comfort. Each suite is furnished with rich textures, romantic canopy beds with the finest linens and down quilts, spacious sunny bathrooms, separate lounges with cosy fireplaces and mini bars. From you private deck you can soak up exquisite ocean and mountain views and watch the sun disappear from a flaming sky into the Atlantic Ocean. Winding pathways through the forest lead to the individual suites.

The Amazing View Over Walker Bay From Both Lodges

Take a look at our article about eco-tourism and responsible travel to understand more about the eco-friendly and luxury accommodation, activities and adventures which can be found at Grootbos Private Nature Reserve.