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Franmarel

Bed and breakfast

13 Wilder Street

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Why people book this hotel

Breakfast available
17 mentions

Their breakfasts are incredible

Wonderful hosts breakfast was next leve

Friendly staff
13 mentions

Francois and Marinda are fantastic hosts

But the best thing about this guesthouse is the wonderful hosts

Great location
11 mentions

Lovely breakfasts🤤 great location- steps away from restaurants and bars and ver…

A beautiful guesthouse in a great location in Plettenberg Bay

Comfortable rooms
4 mentions

The owners were very nice and lovely and the views from the rooms was incredible

Amazing location very comfortable spaces to relax and enjoy

Parking available
4 mentions

Secure parking, great views and plenty of relaxing comfortable areas to chill ou…

There was secure parking, and a common dining area with a microwave and utensils…

Overview

Centrally located and just 1 km from the beach, Franmarel in Plettenberg Bay offers a covered patio with sea, mountain and lagoon views. Free WiFi is available. The brightly decorated rooms will provide you with a flat-screen TV, a patio and tea and coffee facilities. The private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Breakfast includes international continental platters as well as English, Irish breakfast options. Barbecues can be arranged for a surcharge. Restaurants and supermarkets are located within 5 minutes’ walk from Franmarel. Other facilities offered include a shared lounge with a fireplace and a small library. The common area has a microwave, small fridge, toaster and coffee station. Laundry services can be arranged on request. An array of activities can be enjoyed in the surroundings, including game viewing, hiking, diving, snorkelling and fishing. The bed and breakfast is 22 km from Birds of Eden and a 13-minute drive from Robberg Nature Reserve.

Traveller reviews

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Nastassia

couple

May 14, 2026

10

Amazing

Amazing place to stay. Francois and Marinda are fantastic hosts! They made us feel like home. Lovely breakfasts🤤 great location- steps away from restaurants and bars and very very safe! I highly recommend you to stay here!

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Tabitha

couple

May 9, 2026

10

Everything! A beautiful guesthouse in a great location in Plettenberg Bay. But the best thing about this guesthouse is the wonderful hosts. Francois and Marinda were so kind and can’t do enough for you. Their breakfasts are incredible!

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Philippa

solo_traveller

May 9, 2026

10

The service, views and accommodation were very nice and lovely.

The owners were very nice and lovely and the views from the rooms was incredible.

K

Kerrin

couple

April 19, 2026

10

Wonderful spot full of charm. Highly recommend fab breakfast and super hosts

Amazing location very comfortable spaces to relax and enjoy. Wonderful hosts breakfast was next leve

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Matthias

couple

April 4, 2026

10

Everything was fantastic! Central Place, near to the Beach and delicious Restaurants. Breakfast was by far the best that

That we have to leave 😂

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Raymond

couple

March 16, 2026

10

Plett Perfection

Gorgeous hosts who came across that their primary aim was to ensure you had the best of times in SA. Location is perfect for a walk to the main Street and it's shops and restaurants. Francois was excellent at recommending restaurants and interesting places to go. As other reviews probably testify the breakfasts are amazing.

M

Markus

couple

March 9, 2026

10

Beautiful B&B with charming hosts, an excellent breakfast and beautiful view. Definitely the best breakfast we had during our trip in South Africa. Thank you very much for the excellent service and kindness.

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Christina

family_with_children

March 6, 2026

10

Everything was great

Lovely hosts, amazing breakfast and breathtaking view from the terrasse. Just a few minutes walking distance into town. Would definetly come back.

M

Michael

couple

February 25, 2026

10

Excellent location. Great hosts! Kind and welcoming. Great facilities. Breakfast excellent.

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walter

couple

February 21, 2026

10

Brilliant stay in an amazing place on our Garden Route trip. Hosts were very welcoming and made us feel at home ♥️

Great hosts and views from the deck and an awesome breakfast treat every morning 🥰

C

Clive

couple

February 13, 2026

10

The Jewel of Plettenburg

Francois & Marinda are the most amazing hosts you could wish for. This home from home guest house is in a quiet location but very close to all Plettenburg has to offer. The breakfast is something very special which everyone should experience. Secure parking, great views and plenty of relaxing comfortable areas to chill out makes this accommodation stand out from the rest.

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Colin Campbell

couple

January 27, 2026

9

Home from home

Lovely hosts and great location

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Alexander

couple

January 14, 2026

10

Awesome view!

Very nice terrace, great breakfast, very nice people! PS: dont miss Robberg!

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Paul Bayley

couple

January 10, 2026

10

Welcomed from minute 1 until the end of our stay.

This was the best breakfast I’ve ever had in RSA. It should win an award! Awesome

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Anuttam vinayak

couple

January 10, 2026

10

A wholesome stay in Plettenberg bay

This property has our heart. The room was tidy, and the kitchen had all the amenities we needed. It has a nice ocean view as well. There was secure parking, and a common dining area with a microwave and utensils for self-cooking. The breakfast was very good too. But the highlight of our stay was the hosts — Francois and Marinda were the sweetest. They made our time in Plettenberg Bay a million times more memorable.

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Emily

couple

January 9, 2026

9

Lovely and perfectly located accommodation in Plett!

The people, location, parking option, breakfast and facilities. Would 100% book again! We were so pleasantly surprised by this B&B.

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Nadine

couple

December 12, 2025

10

A place we’d return to in a heartbeat.

Our stay with François and Marinda was absolutely wonderful and easily the most memorable of our trip. From the moment you arrive, you feel genuinely welcomed and completely at home. They are the kind of hosts everyone hopes for – warm, thoughtful, and simply outstanding. The rooftop terrace offers a beautiful view, and breakfast up there is a real treat. Each morning began with a fresh homemade fruit starter, and everything they served was delicious. They also have an incredibly sweet and relaxed dog named Jessie. They also shared fantastic tips for the next part of our journey (Nanaga :)). The location is ideal for exploring the area, with restaurants and supermarkets just a short walk away. All in all, a place we’d return to in a heartbeat.

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Paul

couple

November 16, 2025

10

Simply the BEST!

We will never forget Marinda & Francois and their beautiful Franmarel guesthouse. Don’t miss staying here during your Garden Route driving adventure! Such warm and generous South African hospitality, such comfort and care, outstanding breakfast and excellent suggestions for our daily exploring of Plettenberg Bay and surrounding area.

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Saskja

couple

November 2, 2025

10

Wounderful stay in Plett Francois and Marinda are a wonderful couple and made our stay in Plett very enjoyable. Self made breakfast everyday and very assisting in organising our daily programm. Would highly recommend.

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Fabian

couple

October 16, 2025

10

We had an amazing time!

The hosts were exceptional! We felt welcome from the moment we arrived. The breakfast was perfect, and they gave us fantastic tips and recommendations for our activities. Parking was safe behind a fence. Everything in the city is absolutely walkable.

Facilities

Activities

Golf course (within 3 km), Windsurfing, Canoeing, Hiking, Fishing, Cycling, Bowling, Diving, Horse riding, Snorkelling, Water park, Game drives, Temporary art galleries, Pub crawls, Bike tours, Tour or class about local culture, Archery, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Beach

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning

Food & Drink

Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request)

Food & drink safety

All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

Indoor fireplace, Bicycle parking, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, Allergy-free room, Heating, Non-smoking rooms

Internet

Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Outdoors

Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace, Garden, Terrace, BBQ facilities

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Accessible parking

Physical distancing

Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed

Pool and wellness

Pool/beach towels

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

Key access, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property

Self check-in

Check-in kiosk in the lobby

Services

Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Shared lounge/TV area, Luggage storage

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Offering mountain and valley views, this room is equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and tea-and-coffee-making facilities, and has an en suite bathroom. Percale linen, bathrobes, towels and a hairdryer are available and free toiletries are provided.

Max 2 guests 22 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Queen Room

Offering sea, mountain and valley views, this room has direct access to a shared sundeck/balcony. It is equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tea-and-coffee-making facilities, and has an en suite bathroom. Percale linen, bathrobes, towels and a hairdryer are available and free toiletries are provided.

Max 2 guests 20 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Offering views of the surrounding mountains and valley, this room features a seating area with flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tea-and-coffee-facilities and an en suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. Percale linen, bathrobes, towels and a hairdryer are available and free toiletries are provided. This room has direct access to the upper-level sun deck.

Max 2 guests 19 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 19:00
Check-outFrom 10:00 until 10:30
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printUnfortunately, Franmarel is unable to accommodate bookings for stag/hen parties or school leavers ('Matric Rage').  Any such bookings will be cancelled, with no refund given. The hotel apologizes for any inconvenience.Dear visitor, within this region we are currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties will need to comply with local water usage restrictions. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. Managed by a private host
Last updated: Apr 12, 2024, 5:39 AM

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