There are those of us that opt for limitless luxury when venturing to the West Coast. Yes, the charming vernacular of the fishermen’s cottages along the shoreline of Paternoster are alluring. The notion of footloose and fancy-free skips from cottage stoep to sandy coves holds the holiday vision. The freedom to fully self-cater beside the beach, in accordance with our laissez-faire appetites.
It’s all deliciously appealing. But when you can have all of that, with a side order of five-star service, it’s often just the ticket that reboots our systems. Pure, irrefutable, opulence. As it is at Strandloper Ocean Hotel. A place that comprehensively encapsulates the concept of barefoot luxury.
From the moment you arrive at this spectacular seaside retreat, every little detail on your travel wish list is taken into consideration. A personalised exhibition of gestures from the welcome drinks, to the introduction to your suite. One of the five Ocean King Suites, three Ocean Suites or two Nature King Suites await your occupation. Where you’ll be escorted into your own private sanctuary overlooking the ocean or the majestic fynbos landscape. A living, reclining, retreating and romancing oasis that stops at nothing in ensuring your escape to Paternoster lives up to your luxurious dreams.
An authentic coastal experience
With all of the lavish details and tranquil communal spaces of the hotel, comes the tailored itinerary planning from the concierge team. There will be many resplendent moments in the Wellness Suite. Savouring world-class massages and beauty treatments that bring the holistic part to your holiday. Spending time beside the heated swimming pool, dipping in and out at your leisure. Admiring the views of the landscape from your own terrace, or the magnificent outdoor spot in the main dining areas of the hotel. There will be plenty of time to occupy this spot during breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Devouring the finest contemporary West Coast cuisine. When it comes to being slightly more active, aside from the soothing beach walks at dawn and dusk, you and your travelling companions will have access to the complimentary bikes to head out on, exploring the area. Horse-riding can be arranged, romantic sunset picnics, beach bakkie safaris and guided bush hikes.
One underestimates just how much there is to do and experience in this beautiful fishing village. But for those that are happy to simply relish in the delights of your luxury accommodation on the West Coast, then this hideaway has every single one of your interests at the helm of the hotel. Fine-tuned with finesse and elegance.
Written by Colleen Ogilvie