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Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays, hotel in Knysna

With an outdoor pool facing the Indian Ocean, Protea Hotel Knysna has spectacular views of the Knysna Lagoon. The stylishly decorated rooms have free WiFi and satellite TV.

8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
1,199 reviews
Price from£87.65per night
aha The Rex Hotel, hotel in Knysna

Within 300 metres of Knysna Waterfront shopping area, The Rex Hotel offers the ultimate in comfort. Luxurious rooms feature modern design, LCD TVs and extra-large windows.

8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
1,445 reviews
Price from£60.37per night
Pezula Nature Retreat, hotel in Knysna

Nestled at the eastern head of Knysna, this luxurious, pet-friendly hotel boasts a championship golf course, a restaurant and a spa. Free WiFi is provided.

8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
1,066 reviews
Price from£97.46per night
Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna, hotel in Knysna

Located on the banks of the Knysna Lagoon, in the midst of enchanting woodland gardens, Premier Hotel Knysna offers air-conditioned rooms with a private balcony or patio.

8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
1,141 reviews
Price from£65.82per night
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa, hotel in Knysna

Located in the hills above Knysna, the 5-star Simola Hotel Country Club & Spa boasts a Jack Nicklaus signature golf course and a restaurant with lagoon views.

8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
739 reviews
Price from£144.88per night
The Russel Hotel, hotel in Knysna

Within walking distance of Knysna’s attractions, providing guests with easy access to the Garden Route, this modern 3-star hotel offers luxurious accommodation and free private parking.

7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
625 reviews
Price from£39.41per night
Turbine Hotel & Spa, hotel in Knysna

This former power station is located in Knysna and offers sunny suites with an iPod docking station and views of the Knysna Lagoon. The spacious sun deck comes with an outdoor pool.

9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
1,099 reviews
Price from£132.02per night
The Lofts Boutique Hotel, hotel in Knysna

Welcome to The Lofts Boutique Hotel, a family-owned hotel that promises to offer you the ultimate escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Situated on the edge of the picturesque Knysna...

9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
798 reviews
Price from£134.86per night
Knysna Log-Inn Hotel, hotel in Knysna

Two of Knysna's most well-known hospitality brands, The Knysna Log-Inn Hotel and Graywood Hotel, have merged.

7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
517 reviews
Price from£68.67per night
Knysna Hollow Country Estate, hotel in Knysna

Located in Knysna, 6.1 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate, Knysna Hollow Country Estate provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.

9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
622 reviews
Price from£125.76per night
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What guests said about Knysna:

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    As a place to stay, Knysna is rather small, and moreover...

    As a place to stay, Knysna is rather small, and moreover less secure after dark than other places. Knysna and its islands/view points can e.g. easily be visited from Plettenberg where there is much more choice in terms of restaurants. 1 day is more than enough for Knysna.
    guido
    Belgium
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    The views are magnificent.

    The views are magnificent. The surrounding areas are also very worthy of visits. Plettenburg Bay, Tsitsikamma, Sedgefield and Wilderness are excellent. Something great to do every day! Knysna itself is a little run down and touristy, after all it straddles a motorway (N2), but there are places that are tucked away which are charming.....one goes there however for the views!
    Andrew
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Lovely place on the garden route with plenty of activities...

    Lovely place on the garden route with plenty of activities and nice local restaurants and bars. The lagoon views to the Knysna Heads are amazing, a lovely place which feels very safe and tranquil, we loved it.
    flemming
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Knysna is a quaint town surrounded by lush forests and a...

    Knysna is a quaint town surrounded by lush forests and a stunning lagoon. The iconic Knysna Heads are simply mesmerizing. The clothing shops are a bit pricey and one has to ensure you have enough spending money to have a good time. We enjoyed our meals at Thirty-Four South. Knysna is definitely a tourist destination.
    Veena
    South Africa
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Lovely beach community with a ton of places to explore...

    Lovely beach community with a ton of places to explore outside of the village. The village itself has a ton of breakfast and dining options. One in particular "The Nest" was absolutely wonderful. From Knysna it's an easy drive to several beaches, we enjoyed the beaches on Leisure Island as well as Buffalo Beach just outside of town. A drive to "The Heads" is also an absolute must! Stunning views of town and the mouth of the bay. Easy to find on Google Maps. Knysna is also wonderful central location to also see other sites both to the North and South. To the North it's an easy drive to Plettenberg Bay to visit the Sanctuaries of Birds of Eden, Monkey Land and Elephant Park (all located in the same area). There is also Knysna Elephant Park for something closer. To the South it's an easy 35 min drive to the town of Wilderness. Here we were able to rent kayaks with Eden Adventures located on the grounds of the Fairy Knows Hotel. The local kayak route takes you on a gentle glide up the river to the local waterfall, very easy and highly recommended.
    Nina
    United States
  • 10
    Scored 10

    It is such a beautiful, well maintained property.

    It is such a beautiful, well maintained property. So tranquil, relaxing and comfortable. The rooms are fantastic. We were celebrating our anniversary and the lodge made us feel truly special. All the staff are so friendly and go out of their way to make you feel at home. A special thanks to Unathi, Elijah and Norman. I highly recommend this wonderful accommodation.
    Sharmilee Shah
    United Kingdom

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  • From £94.32 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 98 reviews
    The place is spacious with a very good view to Knysna lagoon, also full of fruit trees and lovely veg garden, fresh eggs from chickens… The hosts and helpers are very friendly and helpful, there was a hot water issue during our stay but they came assist immediately and offer the alternative. The location is convenient to everywhere but we also enjoyed just relaxing and chill in the estate which surrounded by a sweet dog Emily, playful cats(ginger and shadow), birds, deer… very tranquil and peaceful stay.
    Shereen
    South Africa
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 36 reviews
    Where to start ? It´s a beautifull and luxurious guesthouse in a quiet residential area with stunning view of the lagoon. The whole place is kept immaculately. But the real reason you shoud definitely stay here are Roeleen and Steve. You couldn´t feel more at home while on holiday. They take excellent care of their guests, can provide you with a wealth of information on things to do, but are above all just lovely and fun people. For us they are reason enough to come back to Knysna.
    Benoit
    Belgium
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 32 reviews
    Prospect Cottage is a nice appartment with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The balcony has a beautiful look over Knysna, the lagoon and the Heads. We have enjoyed our stay as a family, because the cottage is spacious and very quiet at the end of a dead end street. Only the noise of the main road was audible, sitting on the balcony. The stay was too short to visit all the remarkeble places of Knysna and the Garden Route, but we certainly want to come back.
    Johannes
    Netherlands
  • From £134.15 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,446 reviews
    The accommodation was great with excellent staff on site. The rooms were large and very clean. Spacious bathroom and it had everything you would need, including a shower cap. Breakfast was a lovely spread and you have the option of doing a full breakfast or hot or cold and the charge works accordingly which is really nice. There are lovely restaurants very nearby and the property is walking distance from the waterfront. Generally a wonderful hotel experience.
    Bernadene
    South Africa
  • From £22.64 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 30 reviews
    Situated in a private nature reserve like a large eco estate, very secure area with beautiful forested hills all around you. Although its a little out of town the road is in a perfect condition and can be driven even easily by night. The unit itself is very modern and clean, comfortable and you have a beautiful view over the valley in the foreground and hills, knysna lagoon and ocean in the not-so-distant background. Highly recommended!
    Thomas
    South Africa
  • From £96.21 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 183 reviews
    Belvidere Manor is nestled in a superb location alongside the Knysna Lagoon. The setting is beautiful, festooned with flowers and walking paths. The comfortable cottages are large enough for a small family, simply furnished but with all required amenities. The on-site Bell Pub is a gem but watch out - the portions are huge! Easy access by car off the N2 as well as to all the sights of Knysna.
    Robert
    United States
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 118 reviews
    Double Dutch is magic, and the ladies who run it are amazing. A short drive off the main access road to Knysna, the B&B has amazing views of the waterfront and the Knysna Heads. The property itself is beautifully designed and maintained, and the rooms are excellent. Breakfast is prepared by the owners themselves and starting your day watching the scenery is bliss.
    Liam
    Netherlands
  • From £259.77 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 155 reviews
    • Beautiful property • Close to Knysna waterfront • FRIENDLY and PROFESSIONAL staff - shout out to Danielle - his brilliant !!! • We got upgraded to a much bigger suite overlooking the lagoon - thank you so much! it was everything.. :) • The breakfast exceeded our expectation! we were never ready. lol. loved it!!!! I highly recommend booking here..
    Nkhensani
    South Africa
  • From £60.79 per night
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 322 reviews
    We had an absolutely wonderful stay, hosts were really friendly and catered to our every need. We ran the forest marathon , upon retuning back after 12h00 we were spoilt with full breakfast. The tranquil scenery overlooking the lake & beautiful landscaped gardens is any city slickers dream getaway. Waterfront Lodge a must for your next stop in Knysna !
    Deidre
    South Africa
  • From £57.85 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 195 reviews
    Check-in process was simple and easy. The place is extremely beautiful and huge. The views were exceptional and the finishings inside house were modern, clean and beautiful. The estate is close by to the Pezula hotel, the Knysna heads, Knysna waterfront, Thesen Islands, and to grocery outlets, giving you many options on things to do on your stay
    Bianca
    South Africa
  • From £129.03 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,066 reviews
    A luxurious and peaceful place for relaxation in 15 minutes drive from Knysna Waterfront. Rooms are really spacious, you also have a balcony or a private garden with a private hot tub. Yes, your own hot tub in your garden!:) Since it is the golf club’s hotel, you can walk around beautiful golf courses (if you’re not a player)
    Mira
    Russia
  • From £79.65 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 174 reviews
    What a great place to overnight in Knysna. Affordable rates and delicious breakfast. Excellent view over lagoon. Its clear the host runs the property to high standards, with attention to detail. Well done Anita, will definately visit again.
    STOLTZSP
    South Africa
  • From £29.35 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 48 reviews
    Facilities were exactly as stated. Perfect for a couple, a home away from home. I would highly recommend this place to anyone wanting good self catering accommodation in the Knysna area.
    Gordon
    South Africa
  • From £92.23 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 875 reviews
    Location was genius as well as the suberb chalet and the great view on the Knysna Lagoon . We should not forget James who has been a super friendly host, always eager to help .
    Louis Eric
    Mauritius
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews
    Such a beautiful place - spacious, comfortable, and right on the water. Also right at the Waterfront attractions. Excellent place to relax, and appreciate the lagoon area.
    A
    Anonymous
    South Africa
  • From £179.17 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,099 reviews
    Breakfast is over the top. Hotel is designed beautifully and the pool has a great view of thesen island. Hotel is walking distance from the waterfront.
    Yigal
    Israel
  • From £87.65 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,199 reviews
    Excellent location just 30 seconds from hotel door to beginning of Knysna Quay shops & restaurants. Easy parking on property. Water view from room.
    Robert
    United States
  • From £65.82 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,141 reviews
    The hotel and accommodation is modern, clean, and very conveniently located. The self catering unit had most things one would need.
    Priya
    South Africa
  • From £61.80 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 517 reviews
    Breakfast was amazing and tasty, Hotel is very close to Waterfront and walking distance from city center
    Charmien
    South Africa
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 300 reviews
    Excellent views over the Knysna lagoon. Situated right next to the Waterfront.
    Sanelle
    South Africa

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