The hotel was built on a rocky headland, in the heart of the town, overlooking Lookout Beach. Experience fabulous sightings of dolphins and whales in the bay from the hotel terraces. The hotel offers 38 air-conditioned rooms, either with a view over the ocean or the beautiful garden, each with an en-suite bathroom and separate lounge area, under-floor heating, TV, telephone, mini bar, tea/coffee making facilities and some with French doors and step out balconies, with magnificent sea or garden views. The elegant Sand Restaurant, with a view of Formosa Bay, serves an excellent cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, tea and dinner. For a romantic dinner for two, enjoy the state-of-the-art Wine Cellar, surrounded by bottles of the best South African wines from the award-winning wine list, or for a guided tour of the cellar, please speak to the sommelier. The hotel boasts two swimming pools (one of which is heated) and the Sandbar, a mix of design with glass, white leather, white marble, natural oak, clever concealed lighting and photographic art panels. Carchelle Spa offers specialised and individual massage techniques and treatments. The Collection Boutique has an extensive range of unique and stylish clothing, jewellery and gifts. The Lookout Villa is a 3 bedroomed villa, which leads out onto a lovely deck and private swimming pool. The dining room and lounge are open plan and both boasts ocean views. The spacious kitchen is well stocked, and the house is equipped with flat screen TV and all other modern amenities needed for a comfortable and entertaining stay. The Beach House offers 2 en suite bedrooms, a spacious and comfortable sitting room with fireplace, dining room and small service kitchen. The main bedrooms lead onto a sunny deck which house a refreshing swimming pool and spectacular views of the bay and mountains.

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