lifestyle & luxury
The Oyster Box, Umhlanga
The luxurious 5-star The Oyster Box in Umhlanga is fully pet-friendly. Pets are accommodated in the Superior Garden Villas. The resort spoils four-legged guests with premium amenities like custom beds, food menus, and bowls. The hotel permits one large dog or two small dogs as well as cats – no charge, but a deposit of R3 000 per pet applies. While pets are not permitted in fine-dining areas like The Grill Room or Palm Court, they are warmly welcomed at The Ocean Terrace and The Oyster Bar.
Southern Sun Bloemfontein
The third Sunpet property, Southern Sun Bloemfontein’ s Sunpet-friendly rooms are on the ground floor, close to the reception, with access to the garden. At R250 per night, your pet will receive a bed, bowl and treats. For supper, indulge your pet with the Sunpet Gourmet Menu, or they can join you for a bite at the outside terrace, weather permitting. In-room dining will apply in the case of bad weather. It’ s a great central spot if you’ re road-tripping through the Free State and need a break.
Seven Villa Hotel & Spa, Knysna
At Seven Villa Hotel & Spa, pets are family and treated as such! This boutique hotel allows dogs in certain units – with a bed, bowl and treats on arrival. Plus, as it’ s located on the scenic Garden Route, you’ ll be able to enjoy all the forest walks, lagoon views and pet-friendly restaurants your heart desires. Ask for a ground floor room for easy access to the garden area.
Drostdy Hotel, Graaff-Reinet
This Karoo gem offers a selection of designated rooms specifically for guests travelling with pets, with each offering easy access to outdoor areas, ample space, and added comfort for both you and your fourlegged friend. To make your pet feel right at home, they’ ll get a cosy bed, a stylish water bowl, and a food bowl – all set up in your room before arrival. While pets are not permitted inside certain indoor areas such as the restaurant, wine-tasting room, and art gallery, the on-site De Camdeboo Restaurant features a beautiful outdoor terrace where you can dine alfresco with your pet by your side.
Drostdy Hotel, Graaff-Reinet
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