If you’d like the final word all-in-one escape, look no additional than Arabella Resort, Golf & Spa, positioned 90 minutes from Cape City.
The 5-star resort ticks all of the boxes- whether or not you’re in search of a golf break with associates, a household vacation, or a romantic {couples}’ spa retreat. Located within the picturesque Kogelberg Biosphere, one of many world’s richest floral reserves, the resort presents a number of the most gorgeous views conceivable. We lately visited, and right here’s what you’ll be able to count on.
Lodging
You have got the selection of 145 trendy rooms and suites, which embrace Deluxe and Deluxe Premium rooms, suites, and two mega-sized Presidential Suites.
All rooms are impressively spacious, adorned with wealthy woods and plush furnishings that draw inspiration from South African design and the gorgeous UNESCO reserve that surrounds the resort. The outside house, notably the lodging with balconies, gives views of the lagoon, mountains, and the resort’s well-kept, stunning grounds, good throughout dawn and sundown.
Anticipate lavish facilities, together with ensuite bogs with each tub and bathe adorned in modern marble, a alternative between king-size or twin beds with numerous pillow choices, complimentary uncapped WiFi, a flatscreen TV, espresso and tea amenities, a workspace, nightly turndown service, a lighted make-up mirror, a mini-fridge, and worldwide plug adaptors.
The resort has two wheelchair-friendly Deluxe rooms particularly designed to offer you accessibility and luxury. The Presidential Suites, full with a lounge and eating space, additionally function a toilet outfitted with a non-public sauna and spa tub, in addition to a big non-public balcony good for having fun with sundowners.
What To See and Do
Whereas it could be tempting to remain in your room for the complete journey, Arabella gives loads of thrilling actions on the property.
These embrace:
Award-Successful Golf Course
Tee off on the Arabella Golf Course, a 72-par 18-hole course that lets you play in one of many nation’s most hanging backdrops. Ranked fifth within the nation by Golf Digest, the Peter Matkovich-designed course is enhanced by world-class facilities corresponding to a driving vary, Professional Store, GPS-equipped golf carts, and classes from the membership’s resident professionals. The course is open to day guests with the choice to play both 9 or 18 holes. For individuals who aren’t very accustomed to golf, you’ll be able to strive your hand at putt-putt or tennis, each obtainable free for resort friends.
Spa
The resort’s spa is a delight for guests, dwelling to a singular African Rainforest expertise that spans a 120-minute journey of pampering. This 13-step programme consists of therapies geared toward enhancing blood circulation, boosting immunity, enhancing circulation, and selling a way of calm.
Quite a lot of signature spa therapies can be found, together with massages, facials, and upon request, waxing and tinting, all designed to advertise therapeutic and leisure.
Resort friends additionally take pleasure in complimentary entry to the hydro-pool, steam room, sauna and health club, accessible anytime throughout working hours. We suggest that you simply bask in some ‘me-time’ on the pool loungers, having fun with a cup of tea and e book.
Eating and Drinks
After working up an urge for food on the golf course and the spa, we headed to dinner at Jamani restaurant. This relaxed, all-day farm-to-table eating expertise gives one thing for everybody, from hearty South African-inspired dishes to satisfying pasta, burgers, and pizzas. Jamani additionally serves buffet breakfast within the morning and is open for lunch.
Laguna Lounge supplies a extra laid-back ambiance, the place you’ll be able to unwind with a sizzling beverage and a slice of cake. Barnabas Bar, overlooking the pool, serves drinks, truffles, and lightweight snacks all through the day. It’s good for these trying to atone for emails, meet for pre-or post-dinner drinks, or socialise with enjoyable video games, which will be requested at reception. There’s 24-hour room service in case you get these midnight cravings.
Different Facilities
In the course of the summer season months, and for these feeling adventurous throughout winter, you’ll be able to go to the resort’s essential pool, named after the Laughing Waters waterfall. Right here, you’ll be able to lounge by the pool, lunch by the loungers, or sip a cocktail. Arabella is devoted to exceeding visitor expectations, offering concierge companies, safe outside and complimentary valet parking, airport dealing with, dry cleansing, and a journey desk. For a little bit of retail remedy, go to the Designer Jewelry & African Curios boutique conveniently positioned close to the reception space. And if arriving by air fits your type, there’s even a helipad obtainable in your comfort.
Pricing
Charges begin from R2200 per room for two individuals, together with breakfast.
Contact Particulars
Location: Arabella Nation Property, R44, Kleinmond, Hermanus
Contact: Go to shorturl.at/cLciq
Cape City Tourism was hosted by Arabella Resort, Golf & Spa
