Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa
PEZULA RESORT
HOTEL & SPA -
KNYSNA, THE GARDEN ROUTE
 Located
on the Eastern Head of Knysna on the exquisite Garden Route coast,
just a 40-minute flight from Cape Town, the Pezula Resort and Spa
is surrounded by rugged cliffs, ancient forests and sheltered beaches. With
sweeping views of the Pezula Championship Golf Course, the Indian
Ocean and the Knysna Lagoon, it is a haven of privacy and luxury.
Pezula is a luxurious and uniquely South
African lifestyle travel experience... from the stylish boutique hotel
and breathtakingly beautiful Pezula Resort Spa to the magical Noetzie
River, 18-hole Pezula Championship Golf Course, gentle Cape Riding
horses, soft sands of the Noetzie beach, fresh and delicious flavors
from Zachary's restaurant and the awesome "Field of Dreams" sporting
complex.
In the short time it has been open, Pezula
Resort Hotel & Spa has been included in "The Hot List" of both British
and U.S. Condé Nast Traveler magazines and the Pezula Spa has already
won two awards as "Best Spa in South Africa."
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Each of the 78 suites including the two presidential suites, have been
designed to be utterly indulgent and completely private - all with
a contemporary African style. Designed to maximize the views, the suites
exude the warmth of stone and wooden textures, while welcoming earth
tones create an unexpected contrast to the blues and greens of the
landscape and ocean.
The interiors exude warmth, with stone
and wooded textures, while welcoming earth tones create an unexpected
contrast to the colours of the surrounding landscape. In all suites,
sandstone forms a backdrop to the real log fireplaces, while marble
is prevalent on many floors, patios and balconies.
The suites have
individual climate control, satellite television, DVD player, electronic
safe, direct telephone, computer and internet access, each has a pantry
kitchen with deli snacks and a well stocked drinks cabinet. Each has
spectacular views across either Golf Course, Indian Ocean or Knysna
Lagoon.
Studio Suites
The Studio (King bedded or Twin bedded) suites are
spacious, with a separate lounge area, en-suite bathroom with bath, shower,
and double vanity. A private patio provides a comfortable space to enjoy
the variety of views from the hotels elevated position. Facilities include:
Air conditioning, private bar and gourmet pantry, tea & coffee facilities,
fire place, walk-in wardrobe, DVD/CD player, electronic safe. Breathtaking
views of the ocean, golf course or lagoon. Area: 58 sq metres
Villa Suites
The Villa (King bedded or Twin bedded) suites are
spacious, with a separate lounge area, en-suite bathroom with bath, shower,
and double vanity. A private patio provides a comfortable space to enjoy
the variety of views from the hotels elevated position. Facilities include:
Air conditioning, private bar and gourmet pantry, tea & coffee facilities,
fire place, walk-in wardrobe, DVD/CD player, electronic safe. Breathtaking
views of the ocean, golf course or lagoon. Area: 68 sq metres
Presidential Suites
Pezula's 2 presidential suites; KUFARA & MUFARO are luxurious and
spacious with separate lounge and dining area, kitchen, guest toilet,
and full bathroom with bath, shower, and twin vanities. Private patios
lead out to breathtaking views of the ocean and golf course. A butler
service adds to the outstanding level of service. Facilities include:
Air conditioning, private bar and gourmet pantry, tea & coffee facilities,
fire place, walk in wardrobe, DVD/CD player, electronic safe. Area: 137
sq metres
Bathrooms
After a long day filled with exploring and action, the body and soul
will definitely be in need of some relaxation and pampering. Achieve
this with the Molton Brown designer range - Heavenly Ginger Sea Moss
and purifying Grapeseed, will moisturise, energise and bathe your
body, mind and senses ... the perfect antidote to stress and fatigue,
these intoxicating aromas and oils turn your bathroom into a sybaritic
sanctuary. All of this in the privacy of your spacious bathroom with
double basins, double showers, a bidet and under floor heating. The
colonial-sized salles de bains feature grand spa baths and separate
showers inlaid with pebble mosaics.
Facilities
The Pezula Resort Hotel is a celebration of African elements
with hints of Bali, in overhanging roofs and sliding shutters. Upmarket,
distinctive, exceptional, luxurious, singular - words that describe the
Pezula Resort Hotel perfectly.
Elements of African art have been incorporated
into the design and décor, with warm African colors of red and gold
and earth tones predominating and contrasting with the softer shades
of the surrounding indigenous vegetation known as fynbos and the sea
environment in which the resort is built.
The games room is
a comfortable haven for the chess master or the beginner. The library
provides a quiet space for literary contemplation and exploration.
The wine cellar is stocked with the finest selections from South
Africa and afar. The Champagne Bar, Cigar Lounge and Whiskey Bar
are all a connoisseurs pleasure with world-class brands to suite
all palates. Zachary's gourmet restaurant is sure to tantalize all
taste buds with the freshest ingredients and eye-catching presentation.
For the executive, the fully equipped conference facilities are situated
in a separate wing of the hotel.
Champagne & Whiskey Bar
The Champagne Bar and Cigar Lounge is a seductive blend of delicate feminine
and robust masculine elements that has been enticing connoisseurs
and aficionados. The elegant salon is decorated in sensual textures
and opulent shades of cream and ivory, with sublime lighting - tiny
droplets rising to the sky, emulating the fine beads in your flute.
The Whiskey Bar offers over forty different whiskeys, from the finest
blends to "Ten year and older" single malts and an unusually
rich selection of Bourbon and Irish whiskies too.
Cigar Bar
The Cigar Menu caters to all preferences: Havanas include numerous top-end
cheroots; the Power Punch Grand Corona is a fine finale after a meal,
and the Romeo Y Julieta Exhibicion No 4 is a rare experience, rich
with tropical fruit aromas. Recommended for the conversationalist
is the easy draw of the Monte Cristo No 2 Torpedo; or ring the changes
with the Dominican flavour of the Davidoff Grand Cru No 5 Petiti
Corona. The pick of Belgian, Dutch, and South African cigars adds
even further variety.
Library & Games Room
The perfect environment for a leisurely read of one of the many carefully
selected books. Topics are South African, with appropriate information
to enhance the travel experience. The decor is an ethnic fusion with
modern touches. The fine finishes and traditional decorative forms
- pottery, woodwork or beadwork - have an evocative power, combining
African with sophistication and elegance. The rich veneer of dark
wood is used for furniture, joinery, frames and doors - the plentiful
use of this material being particularly appropriate as it links the
hotel with Knysna's illustrious timber-growing past.
Central & Front Lounges
Each facet of the hotel interior invites a moment to sit, relax and enjoy
the company of companions and new acquaintances. The central lounge
is a sunny sophisticated dramatic space with impressive solid timber
columns rising boldly upwards. The front lounge, by comparison, is
a calm space, perfect for a quiet retreat to reflect on the days
experiences. Softer tones of blues, beiges and natural soft touch
textures create a tranquil space.
The interiors dictate the look
and layout of the entire hotel. The architecture and furnishings
don't intrude, as the spectacular surroundings become the focal point,
constantly coaxing the eyes to the spaces beyond the structure. Design
is original and creative, with warm African colours of red, gold
and earth tones dominating with contrasting softer greens and blues
of the external environment.
Spa & Gym
Descending from the upper level of the Pezula Resort
Hotel, past a rock-faced wall of trickling water, with moss and ferns
enter an enchantingly beautiful world. Beyond the reeded glass, a waterfall
cascades into a 12m indoor heated pool that leads your eye outwards towards
a spectacular view.
The Pezula Spa has received the highest
possible accolade from the national health and beauty industry, awarded
Best Spa in South Africa by Professional Beauty SA. This tribute follows
the Spa being named Best Resort Hotel Spa in South Africa by Les Nouvelles
Esthétiques. Complementing the serenity of the Spa, the
Gym is a vibrant, energetic space. After your work out, relax in the
sauna, steam room or Jacuzzi and cool off in the rain forest shower.
The Spa boasts nine different therapy
rooms and offers a comprehensive range of treatments and therapies
at the highest level, combining natural treatments with the most technologically
advanced equipment. The Spa's post-treatment delight is a heated water
bed that massages the body into its final stage of complete relaxation.
Pezula Gym is a vibrant, energetic environment
focused on physical fitness, health and vitality. Equipped with state-of-the-art
training machines, our Technogym provides a personalised exercise programme
devised specifically to suit your body requirements. Advice and instruction
from our exercise professionals ensures maximum benefits without strain
or injury. Enhancing your workouts are panoramic views of the Knysna
Lagoon and Indian Ocean.
Dining
Zachary's is an elegant, intimate dining experience
serving gourmet meals worthy of only the finest of international
boutique hotels. In keeping with the style of the Estate, Zachary's
is elegant and contemporary, with touches of opulence such as the
timber ceiling enhanced with gold leaf and the copper and bronze
finishes, creating a relaxed yet chic space.
Intimate and romantic
at night the restaurant's setting is simply spectacular during
the day: magnificent views of one of the most beautiful landscapes
in the world will certainly tempt you to dine al fresco. Zachary's
was given an "Award of Excellence" by the 2005 Diners
Club International Winelist of the Year Award.
Executive Chef Geoffrey
Murray is responsible for the hotel's restaurant, Zachary's. The menu
offers a variety of 'modern ethnic' dishes, which feature the freshest
local organic products and are given an original twist using inspiration
gained from Murray's worldwide experiences. These include opening 'Boom'
in Soho, New York, and his role as executive chef at the exclusive Seychelles
island resort, North Island.
The culinary highlight of Zachary's is
the Chef's Tasting every Friday evening. Who better to make your dining
selection than the maestro himself? Geoffrey's modern, creative inspiration
and ability to find the freshest local produce will dictate what appears
on the menu. Zachary's Private Dining Room is also available, where
up to 10 guests can enjoy the ultimate in exclusive dining.
Wine Cellar
The Pezula Wine Cellar offers
over a thousand fine wines. Most are limited edition handcrafted wines.
The union of food and wine is an important factor at Zachary's. The
impressive cellar and vast collection of mostly South African boutique
wines, as well as the variety of imported whiskies and champagnes,
will also ensure there's a perfect accompaniment to every meal.
Activities
Pezula is well known for its award winning Spa & Gym, the internationally
popular Championship Golf Course and the newly established Field
of Dreams which provides opportunity for tennis, cricket, golf,
archery, petanque, and various other outdoor games, as well as
leisure opportunities including horse riding, walking trails, canoeing
and beach activities.
Knysna provides endless opportunity for
a wide variety of sports. Mountain biking through indigenous forests
or scuba diving in the Indian ocean or the lagoon. Hire a kayak
or abseil above the ocean's crashing waves. Choose from action
packed adventures, such as quad biking, fly fishing, rock-and-surf
angling or deep-sea fishing, sand-boarding or kite-surfing on the
waters of the lagoon or even paragliding over the hills and lakes.
The Garden Route, South Africa's capital of golf, boasts more than
20 golf courses. All within driving distance of Knysna.
Tennis
Director of Sports for Pezula's Field of Dreams is former South African
number one tennis player, Gary Muller. His ultimate aim is to provide
a world-class facility for both beginners and professionals alike.
Coaching clinics will form a major part of the tennis programme,
with private coaching (booked in advance) also an option. All equipment
and balls will be provided if necessary. The four all-weather courts
include a sunken court with seating for 700 spectators, creating
the perfect environment for guests and members to simply enjoy some
friendly tennis or for exciting exhibition matches.
Horse Riding
The horses on Pezula are immaculately schooled, responding to the slightest
command - verbal or physical. They are Cape Riding horses - working
horses with unwavering stamina. For a skilled rider their willingness,
combined with soft mouths and eager responsiveness, make them a ride
of a lifetime. For a novice rider, the experience is just the same
as their even temperament, calm demeanour and easy handling put even
the most nervous riders at ease. Breathe in the fresh air as you
ride along the coast, through dense fynbos and truly indigenous Knysna
forest. A perfect way to view elusive bush buck, soaring birds and
for the lucky, a bush pig in the dense undergrowth of pristine forest.
Nature Trails & Birding
The walking trails through fynbos and Knysna forest, are well marked
and maintained. Numerous bird species can be spotted and various
trails are on offer with the accompaniment of an experienced guide.
Cleared of alien trees and vegetation
and a controlled burning programme has encouraged the regrowth of fynbos
and afromontane forests as well as a huge increase in surface water
and the emergence of wildlife including birds and soft skin animals.
When the project is complete, over a million alien trees will have
been removed from the area.
A comprehensive survey undertaken over
the past two years at Pezula Private Estate has shown that certain
bird species are returning to the areas that have been rehabilitated.
These are mainly species that inhabit indigenous fynbos. During the
first phase of this project, 112 species of birds have been identified
on the Estate.
Canoeing
Two-man Canadian canoes are available for short paddles up the Noetzie
river, or for day rentals for a more leisurely experience. These
canoes are easy to handle and manoeuvre, with short paddles. Canoeing
up the mystical Noetzie River combines complete relaxation as you
drift along the still water, with the rush of seeing nature at its
most beautiful. As the dense natural forest dips its roots into the
cool waters, birds call and flit by overhead and bush buck dart in
and out of the dappled shade.
Swimming
Two heated pools - one with a spectacular view of the lagoon on the hotel
terrace and one in the relaxing environment of the Spa - provide
an alternative to a splash in the Indian Ocean at the pristine Noetzie
beach. A third heated outdoor swimming pool is available at the entrance
to the Private Estate. For sand and wave lovers, Noetzie beach is
a haven of bird and sea life. Take a leisurely stroll along the shore
or a refreshing swim in the ocean. Spot the protected Black Oystercatcher
and for the lucky - a school of jumping dolphins or a pod of frolicking
whales.
Golf
The Pezula Championship Golf Course is perched above the Indian Ocean
and the Knysna lagoon. It is a sweeping spectacle of fairways and
greens rolling through the pristine southern cape landscape. Flanked
by indigenous forest, flora and unforgettable vistas, the course
offers players both a challenging and rewarding golf experience.
Field of Dreams
The Pezula Field of Dreams will offer a wealth of outdoor activities
- and in the near future, a fully equipped gym and a 25m swimming
pool. Current facilities include a tennis complex, international
sized cricket oval, the academy of golf, archery, Petanque, softball,
Ultimate Frisbee, volleyball and various other outdoor games.
The Field of Dreams also encompasses
numerous leisure opportunities, including horse riding, walking trails,
canoeing and beach activities. Pezula Private Estate residents with
shares, hotel guests and share holders will be able to take part in
the games and sports listed above. As well as international cricket
matches, the Oval could even be used for large-scale music performances.
Knysna
Knysna boasts more than 240 terrestrial and marine species, 40 pelagic
species and some of the rarest and the most beautiful birds you'll
ever see - African black oystercatchers, Knysna warblers, Knysna
loeries and malachite kingfishers.
Knysna provides endless opportunity
for a wide variety of sports. High-speed mountain biking through
indigenous forests or dive the Indian ocean or the lagoon. Hire a
kayak or abseil above the ocean's crashing waves. Quad bike, horse
riding, fly fishing, rock-and-surf angling or deep-sea fishing, sand-boarding,
kite-surf on the waters of the lagoon or paraglide over the hills
and lakes. The Garden Route, South Africa's capital of golf, boasts
more than 20 golf courses. All within driving distance of Knysna.
Travel
All travel requirements, from a chauffeur driven limo service to chartering
of Pezula's Eurocopter or 8-seater Hawker Jet are taken care of from
the Pezula Travel Desk.
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