Located only 1.9 mi from the famous Plettenberg Bay Beach, Formosa Bay Resort is a welcoming, lifestyle resort with on-site attractions for kids of all ages. This resort, with its freestanding self-catering chalets is set in tranquil gardens and found in the heart of the Garden Route, where there are many sights to enjoy and places to explore. Ideal for a romantic getaway or a well deserved family break.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Beekman Group
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental

Free Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Tennis court

Fitness center

Game room


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.9
Location
8.7
Free Wifi
8.5

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lucy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had a huge apartment - three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Everything was clean! Staff were nice and friendly.
  • Thiagopulu
    United States United States
    Great room. Great garden Great breakfast. Room is very big. Bed was very comfortable. Omelet breakfast was delicious. Lots of nice facilities that unfortunately I didn't have enough time to use. Beautiful garden with lots of friendly bunnies.
  • Enrico
    South Africa South Africa
    Breakfast was great and room comfortable and clean.
  • Noxolo
    South Africa South Africa
    Breakfast was great, the lady serving was very fast and ensured to serve it while it was still warm, good service you are giving to the guests and always ready to help, and you treated everyone you served with respect regardless of their age and...
  • Teresa
    South Africa South Africa
    The location is very central,everything is 5 minutes away.Unit has everything,the balcony overlooking the pool is pretty and relaxing.
  • Anthony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good accommodation in a great location. We were a couple, only there for 2 nights, but there were additional recreational facilities for longer stays and families
  • Avital
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We checked in late and the system didn’t have our booking online. The check in lady was so helpful and sorted us out- thank you! The location itself is off the highway but the room itself was everything we needed it to be. Thank you
  • Slade
    South Africa South Africa
    Very welcoming ,exceptionally hospitable ,cosy and comfortable
  • Liezel
    South Africa South Africa
    Everthing was great! The gardens, walk ways and pools are very well looked after!
  • Natalie
    South Africa South Africa
    The accommodation was beautiful, clean and comfortable and has lovely facilities. Enjoyed our time at the 2 beautiful pools too. Breakfast was also absolutely delicious!

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Waffling Whale Cafè
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Resort facilities at Formosa Bay
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • BBQ facilities
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet

Bedroom

  • Linens

View

  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing

Activities

  • Tennis equipment
    Additional charge
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Darts
    Additional charge
  • Ping-pong
    Additional charge
  • Pool table
    Additional charge
  • Playground
  • Game room
  • Tennis court
    Additional charge

Media & Technology

  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Convenience store on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Non-smoking rooms

2 swimming pools

Pool 1 – outdoorFree!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Pool 2 – outdoorFree!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Waterslide
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas

Spa

  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Waterslide
  • Fitness center
    Additional charge
  • Sauna
    Additional charge

Languages Spoken

  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules
Formosa Bay takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of ZAR 1,000 is required on arrival. That's about $53. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubCash
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

It is a requirement that all Guests provide proof of identification in order to receive room keys. Guests may use their valid ID, driver's license or passport as proof of identification. Failure to do so may result in occupation of your booking not being permitted

Please note full payment is processed when the booking is made.

This resort imposes a group limit and booking conditions, and has special check-in procedures, and require additional deposits and indemnities. If you are part of a group or multi-party booking greater than 12 guests, please be sure to check directly with the resort as soon as possible after receiving confirmation of this booking.

To ensure well managed access to backup power during loadshedding, please note that our Resorts operate generators in defined timeslots. Please consult your Resort's Reception for more information in relation to resort-specific timeslots

Please note that all our facilities are cashless. Card payments are accepted.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

A damage deposit of ZAR 1,000 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Formosa Bay