Nelson Mandela Chooses Pezula Hotel

Nelson Mandela, South Africa’s most respected international icon, chose to spend 10 days of his holiday this summer at Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa in Knysna.

Mandela and his wife Gracia Machel were among the first guests at Pezula Castle, an ultra-luxury private accommodation offering located on secluded Noetzie Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in Southern Africa. They were joined by his personal assistant Zelda La Grange and Mrs Machel’s daughter and grandchildren.
Chairman of the Pezula Group, Keith Stewart said that Mandela enjoyed 10 days of total relaxation and privacy at the Castle in January.
“The Castle was ideal for the ex-state president’s holiday. We were able to offer him security and complete privacy for his stay and provided him with his own butler, chef and staff to ensure that he had every possible luxury on-site. In addition, he made use of some of the facilities of Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa, including the private dining room at Zachary’s gourmet restaurant.”
Stewart said that during his stay Mandela undertook a complete tour of the Pezula development, including the Private Estate and Field of Dreams sports facility.
“It was a great honour and a privilege to host Nelson Mandela at Pezula. He is a remarkable man and retains a keen interest in people and his surroundings. He is warm and approachable and the staff fell in love with him.”