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"Explore the Endless Horizon"
MOSSEL BAY
The Garden Route - South Africa
Situated halfway between Cape
Town and Port Elizabeth, in the heart of the Garden Route, lies the seaside
town of Mossel bay. A bustling holiday resort in summer and an ideal retreat
in winter. Mossel Bay is second only to Hawaii for having the mildest
all-year climate in the world according to the Guiness Book of Records.
The Point Hotel is built right on the rocks above a huge natural rock pool
and overlooks the endless blue expanse of the Indian Ocean. From your
balcony you can watch the Humpback and Southern Right whales or the dolphins
passing.
Apart from the safe swimming in the tidal pool, you can also enjoy walking
along Mossel Bay's wonderful coast line.
Accommodation
The property has an unique location built on rocks above a huge rock pool
and overlooks the endless blue expanse of the Indian Ocean.
A four star hotel consisting of 48 seafacing en-suite rooms with private
balconies, will offer you the most exhilarating views. Rooms are equipped
with direct dial telephones, international plug points,
TV with DSTV, ceiling fans, panel heaters, lock-up safes and internet access
in every room. The Hotel is paraplegic friendly and all floors are serviced
with a hydraulic lift and serviced by surveillance cameras
Conference Facilities
Caters for 90 people in cinema style and 65 people in conference style
layout. Situated next to the Lighthouse Restaurant the facility is also used
for private functions and Group arrivals. This facility, with its
spectacular views over the sea, is also an ideal venue for functions,
private dinners, weddings, etc.
The Lighthouse Restaurant
Perched on the rocks on the edge of the Mossel Bay peninsula, just below the
St Blaize lighthouse. The Point Hotel's Lighthouse Restaurant must surely
have one of the most dramatic settings in the country.
An A La Carte menu caters for all tastes, serving an assortment of
cosmopolitan fare. "Mediterranean Style" Pasta, chicken, Meat and Fresh
dishes are served daily.
Open all day, "The Lighthouse" serves sumptuous Breakfasts, Lunches and
Dinners as well as Snacks throughout the day.
Activities
Walks and Hiking Trails
The start of the St Blaize walking trail is at The Point Hotel and will lead
you on the 30m contour 15km to Dana Bay. Panoramic seaviews with a constant
view of waves breaking on the rocks will accompany you on your five hour
walk.
The Khoi-San Cave is the home of ancient inhabitants. Artifacts have been
discovered that date back 80 000 years or more. The St Blaize
Lighthouse(situated in very close proximity to The Point Hotel) was erected
in 1864. To date it is one of only two lighthouses on the South African
coastline manned 24hours daily.
Site Seeing
Mossel Bay offers a wide range of historic architecture, the arrival of
Bartholomew Diaz in 1488 was witnessed by the Khoi-San. A life Size replica
of his magnificent ship “Caravel” can be viewed at the Maritime Museum other
unique museums namely the Maritime Museum, and the world famous Post Office
Tree are a treat.
Next to the Hotel is the War Memorial erected in memory of those Mossel Bay
citizens who gave their lives fighting wars
Various art and craft shops, curio and specialty shops can be found in
Mossel Bay.
Other Activities
Swimming, safe unspoiled beaches, natural rock pools, surfing, scubu diving
and snorkeling
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Deep sea fishing and rock angling
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Whale and Dolphin watching
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Shark Cage Diving (Mossel Bay's famous
Great White sharks)
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Bungee
Jumping from Gourtiz River Bridge
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Seal Island trips
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18-Hole Golf Course
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Horse Riding
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Sailing
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Surrounding
Areas
The Point Hotel is an ideal
home base for making day trips to surrounding areas and towns such as:
George/Wilderness (30 minute drive)
- Outenique Choo-tjoe - Day
trips along the coastline on a steam train
- Wilderness lake areas -
water skiing, para-sailing and canoeing
Oudtshoorn (1 hours
drive)
Knysna (1 hours
drive)
Contact
reception for additional details regarding the above activities
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