About this property
Built in 1846, this elegant hotel is a 5-minute walk from Santos beach and overlooks Mossel Bay Harbour. It offers a terrace and a pool, both with Indian Ocean views. The rooms and suites at the Protea Hotel Mossel Bay have air conditioning, a TV and a tea/coffee maker. The suites also have 1 bedroom, a kitchenette, a separate lounge and a private balcony with harbour views. The trendy Café Gannet Seafood Restaurant offers an a’ la carte menu and specializes in fresh seafood, including Mossel Bay mussels, sole and wild coastal oysters. Guests can also enjoy alfresco dining on the outdoor terrace. After dinner, the Hotel Mossel offers the Blue Oyster Cocktail Bar, which overlooks the Indian Ocean. Guests also have the opportunity to craft their own bottle of gin at the Cape Saint Blaize Artisanal Distillery. The Mossel Bay’s outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by sun loungers and a lush garden. The Protea Hotel Mossel Bay also has a generator for back-up electricity so Guests can enjoy everything the property has to offer. Mossel Bay Airport is 2 km from the Protea Hotel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Andrew
United Kingdom
“Stayed two nights and room was very nice. Staff very friendly and helpful. We had an early departure for George Airport and they arranged packed breakfast bags of muffins and pastries for us, which was a nice touch. Good location for shark cage...” - Lee
South Africa
“From booking in to checking out... staff always to help, with a big friendly smile. Supper - Food best ever, Elvis our waiter attended to every last detail of our evening, thank you. Love the location. We really enjoyed our stay, even if it was...” - Joanne
Australia
“The staff were very friendly and the dinner at the hotel was sensational.” - Alexandremg
Brazil
“The hotel stay was very good. We were welcomed with very good drinks at check-in. Be sure to try the gins that are made on-site before you leave. The staff are very polite and attentive. The rooms are cozy with a very comfortable bed to rest in....” - Taryn
South Africa
“The room was beautiful and comfortable. And breakfast was to die for.” - Mark
Australia
“Fantastic experience at this beautiful property. Food, service and the quality of the room and facilities exceeded our expectations.” - Patricia
South Africa
“Lovely welcome by the staff. Beautiful suite and comfortable beds.” - Pedro
Brazil
“The hotel is awesome, the food is amazing. The staff are very kind, Peter in particular is a great host, very polite and attending.” - Bronwen
South Africa
“Location central and close to sea Suites upstairs and downstairs” - Anneliese
South Africa
“The view, the staff was very friendly. The hotel is busy renovating and still it was no inconvenience.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Cafe Gannet Restaurant
- CuisinePizza • Seafood • Sushi • South African
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.





The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.