About this property
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 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Fredrick
India“Good location and good facilities. BF was v good. The staff was supportive.” - Lucy
United Kingdom“We had a huge apartment - three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Everything was clean! Staff were nice and friendly.” - Thiagopulu
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“Breakfast was great and room comfortable and clean.” - Noxolo 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“The location is very central,everything is 5 minutes away.Unit has everything,the balcony overlooking the pool is pretty and relaxing.”- Dominique South Africa“The resort has everything you need - convenience store, gym, pool and even down to a hair salon”
- Kenewang South Africa“Easy to find place,very comfortable,it was a home away from home”
- Nokuthembela South Africa“Formosa didn't disappoint, been there before I 2018, went again with family 2025 and it's been good to us. Everything on point 👌”
- Abdullah South Africa“Room was very spacious. Massive living area with full kitchen, massive bedroom as well. Felt like a full one bedroom apartment. Very lovely.”
Area info
Restaurants
- The Waffling Whale Cafè
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 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
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.
The fine print
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.
Please note that the games room located in the swimming pool area may be unavailable between 12 May 2025 and 13 June 2025.
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.
