Protea Hotel Mossel Bay – An Historic Boutique Hotel Overlooking Santos Bay
The luxurious 38-room Protea Hotel Mossel Bay is a distinguished historic landmark, originally built in 1846, overlooking the beautiful Santos Bay and Mossel Bay harbour. Proudly recognised as a Boutique Hotel by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA), the property offers a unique blend of heritage, charm and refined hospitality.
Situated along the Mossel Bay shoreline, with the majestic Outeniqua Mountains as its backdrop, the hotel enjoys a prime coastal location, approximately 20 minutes from George Airport and conveniently positioned halfway between Cape Town and Gqeberha.
The hotel’s distinctive stone walls and Mediterranean-style outbuildings complement its rich history. The main building is one of the oldest in Mossel Bay and forms part of the renowned Dias Museum Complex, offering guests an opportunity to experience the town’s heritage while enjoying modern comfort and hospitality.
More than just a place to stay, Protea Hotel Mossel Bay offers a distinctive boutique hotel experience. Its facilities include a breakfast patio with spectacular sea views, Café Gannet Seafood Restaurant – affectionately known as “Mossel Bay’s Seafood House” – the Cape Saint Blaize Artisanal Distillery and the Blue Oyster Cocktail Bar, situated alongside the swimming pool overlooking the bay and the magnificent Outeniqua Mountains.
Combining historic character, personalised hospitality, exceptional dining and breathtaking coastal scenery, Protea Hotel Mossel Bay offers guests a memorable boutique accommodation experience in the heart of the Garden Route.








