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Formosa Bay

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a fitness center and a sauna

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One Bedroom Apartment with Patio | Living area | TV
BBQ/picnic area
Twin Room with Patio | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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N2 National Road, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, 6600
  • Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Goose Valley Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Plettenberg Bay Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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Two Bedroom Apartment with Patio | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two Bedroom Apartment with Patio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room with Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 527 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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One Bedroom Apartment with Patio | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Apartment with Patio

  • 1087 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio Apartment with Patio | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Apartment with Patio

  • 527 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Plettenberg Bay

Within a short walk of Plett Puzzle Park, Formosa Bay is within 2 miles (3 km) of Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park. This 6-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Plettenberg Bay Country Club - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Goose Valley Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Plettenberg Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Robberg Nature Reserve - 11 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Checkers - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Le Fournil De Plett Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Adi’s Kitchen - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Formosa Bay

Family-friendly hotel with a fitness center and a sauna
At Formosa Bay, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and a sauna. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can help secure valuables, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include free WiFi in public areas, an outdoor tennis court, and an arcade/game room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs. Other standard amenities include electric kettles and safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor tennis court, an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: ZAR 1000 per stay
  • Spring Break deposit: ZAR 3000 per stay (for stays between 23 November - 14 December)

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Formosa Bay Condo Plettenberg Bay
Formosa Bay Condo
Formosa Bay Plettenberg Bay
Formosa Bay
Formosa Bay Hotel
Formosa Bay Plettenberg Bay
Formosa Bay Hotel Plettenberg Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Formosa Bay?

Formosa Bay provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Formosa Bay?

As of Jun 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Formosa Bay on Jul 22, 2025 start from $52.94, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do close to Formosa Bay?

This hotel is located in Plettenberg Bay within a short 10-minute walk of Plett Puzzle Park. You'll also find Plettenberg Bay Beach and Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Formosa Bay?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Formosa Bay include a casino on the premises?

No, Formosa Bay doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Formosa Bay?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Formosa Bay?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include kitchens and garden views.

Are there hot tubs at Formosa Bay?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Formosa Bay have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Formosa Bay doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Formosa Bay allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Formosa Bay.

Are there connecting rooms at Formosa Bay?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Formosa Bay?

The closest major airport to Formosa Bay is Plettenberg Bay (PBZ), which is 5.9 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Formosa Bay?

Yes, some guestrooms at Formosa Bay offer a deck and may feature garden views.

Formosa Bay Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 90 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed it . It a pity one has to pay to play Fuzzball and the video games in the games room did not work.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elmarie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Business trip with other travelers as well and we all stayed her, thanks for a great experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice surroundings, spacious room, quiet pool. Friendly stuff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Debbie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Bad Breakfast and Dirty Pool 😢

The sparkling pool is what attracted me to make the booking; it is extremely hot during this time of year and the pool had big chunks of green slime on the bottom of the pool sadly we were not able to use it; super dissappointing as the hotel is tip top as far a cleanliness goes in the rooms. Breakfast pork sausage was raw but as I had to rush off to work was not possible to have my breakfast redone. So not a good experience at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would stay again

Really nice place to stay. Breakfast was great & restaurant was nice. We used the laundry facilities too. Convenient location to go to Birds of Eden / Jukani / Monkeyland. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

tamara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean place. Our room was very big! The views are really nice. Food was excellent and the staff…best we have found so far on our trip!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Johann

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast start too late and only from 7:30?
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Fantastic value for money. Room was huge and well furnished. TV channels excellent. Grounds lovely with rabbits roaming free. Gym with sauna. Good (but small) pool with water slide. Breakfast good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

lovely place

lovely place with lots to keep you busy. Very good for families. We were lucky it was quiet when we went so great for a couple but definitely more of a family resort with free roaming bunnies all over the place and lots of activities to keep the kids busy.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jazz

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A jewel in Plett

Lovely place in a lovely town. A come back to it kind of stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Erica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Big spacious 2 bedroom cottage. Only negative was the noise heard from the neighboring houses.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

ALAN

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay overall and will return anyday again on my next business trip
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renato

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Good hotel, clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

T

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great stayover, close to all the area has to offer

Lovely, spacious, two-bedroomed apartment with good quality linen on beds and beautiful and large bathrooms. Towels maybe a bit small and dated. Very clean overall, except for bread crumbs left behind on the toaster. Great for families! Lovely balcony with barbecue facilities. Kitchen well equipped. The staff was lovely and really friendly. Overall great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Excellent

Excellent resort, Friendly staff. My family really enjoyed the entire stay. Definitely going back there!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Fun place to stay

Negatives - the pictures for the studio room are misleading. There is no air-conditioner nor bathtub in the room, but in the pictures they do represent these amenities. Also if you book this resort with hotels.com, instead of going direct, you will need to purchase a pass for the resort's games at a cost of R100. Positives- self catering studio apartment had all the necessary kitchen utensils. Bed was comfortable and the room was clean. Games area to keep everyone busy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carol O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Very clean and spacious room, great location, easy to find and easy walk to beach.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Wonseok

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tobie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great for Famlies

Awesome Bathroom. Although it was a business trip, I can imagine this place would suit a family. Lots to do for the kids (although not trying to be a resort).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family getaway in Plett

we had a really great stay, comfortable, clean and really a great place for family or kids, loads of choice for the little ones. fire place to braai, for me really cool. .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Katja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good holiday resort experience

Amazing to have a private barbecue on your own patio. Very quiet with excellent bedding and decorated with taste. Bath tub was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very safe & comfy

Our room was huge and extremely comfy! We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Formosa Bay, the place to stay in Plett

We thoroughly enjoyed the comfort of our spacious, modern room. The deck looked over a well kept garden with a sparkling water fountain. Staff were friendly and helpful. the convenience of a hair-salon and a restaurant at the hotel made our stay more relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018