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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.

Water front stay
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
1,216 reviews
Price from£82.75per 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.

It’s very peaceful and quiet area the hotel is well maintained but they need to improve on the children’s play ground it looked unkept
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
1,046 reviews
Price from£106.43per 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.

Friendly & accommodating staff.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
1,142 reviews
Price from£73.25per 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.

Everything was superb!!
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
1,078 reviews
Price from£121.91per 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.

Location
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
638 reviews
Price from£39.80per 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.

Accommodation, View, Facilities were excellent. I will go back when next opportunity arrives to visit Knysna. Staff were great - friendly and helpful, always smiling.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
715 reviews
Price from£146.96per night
St. James of Knysna, hotel in Knysna

Located on a 3 acre estate, this property offers luxury rooms with lagoon views, 2 swimming pools and a landscaped garden. It is 15 minutes’ drive from Pezula Golf Club. St.

We visited out of season when the hotel was quiet but they did not let standards slip. The staff were welcoming and helpful. That ran their afternoon boat trip just for us. They were helpful with identifying good places to eat and getting taxis organised. The property is lovely. Just outside the centre of Knysna so really quiet.
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
339 reviews
Price from£104.91per 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...

Very smooth check-in and all staff were friendly and professional - Dylan was especially helpful throughput our stay. Lovely room overlooking the bay and breakfast was very good. Great location with a choice of restaurants and bars in the immediate vicinity and a wider choice also within walking / short taxi drive distance. Reception supplied towels for our trip to the beach.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
780 reviews
Price from£136.21per 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.

Beautiful rooms, great breakfast and the staff were really friendly. The bungalow cottages are set in beautiful gardens. Great value for money too.
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
616 reviews
Price from£105.85per 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.

Central to everything. Nice finishes and comfortable
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
1,475 reviews
Price from£135.49per night
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What guests said about Knysna:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    One town that’s full of adventure around every corner from...

    One town that’s full of adventure around every corner from the heads to the old drift to Brenton on sea to buffalo bay to jubilee creek to the forest to lands end. Just too many wonderful experiences to be had in a vibrant and friendly town! Honestly, the best place.
    Svenique
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    If you are planning a trip along the garden route then...

    If you are planning a trip along the garden route then Knysna is a must visit spot. The views across the lagoon and the Knysna Heads are amazing and so many options for accommodation from camping by the lagoon to 5* hotels. It is also a good base to explore the Eastern end on the garden route right up to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth). There is also a number of fantastic mountain passes to drive up to the Karoo, but make sure you have a good vehicle and a good head for heights. Knysna is fantastic and well worth a visit.
    Marcus
    United Kingdom
  • 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

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Knysna

  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 25 reviews
    Fantastic location close to town with wonderful views right across Knysna to the Heads. The host has excellent attention to detail and provided us with all the info we could need, incl local restaurant specials and suggestions. The property is extremely well set up for load shedding and the wood-fired hot tub is kept warm throughout the day by the staff. The main house is massive and well furnished, with all the comforts one could require, and it's quiet at night in spite of being so close to town.
    Catherine
    New Zealand
  • From £94 per night
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 420 reviews
    We had a lovely room with a balcony which overlooked the lagoon and Knysna Head, the view was stunning. The hosts were very attentive and informative and even invited us to a small concert with food and drinks included. The breakfast was amazing with lots of choice and the chef managed to cook my scrambled egg to perfection, which is quite an achievement, we have stayed at many establishments over the course of our holiday, mostly five star, but only Candlewood and on other got the eggs right.
    Catherine
    United Kingdom
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 20 reviews
    Good sized homely room with large bathroom and balcony. Convenient quiet location just outside Knysna centre near to leisure island and heads. Marius is a great friendly host with loads of local info, really handy pointing out things to do in the area. Rooms had everything needed for a short stay. Had power back up for outage periods so no inconvenience. Towels were nicely scented I remember. I'll be back for another visit sometime hopefully
    jonathan
    United Kingdom
  • From £63.51 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 30 reviews
    The apartment was very comfortable and clean with a spectacular view of Knysna. The location of the apartment is also very conveniently situated, close to the city centre. If you up for a brisk walk, then the Knysna Waterfront is also within a 20-minute walking distance from the apartment. Parking was also behind secure gates. The host was also very friendly and helpful and shared all major attractions and ideas to spend the day with us.
    Anton
    South Africa
  • From £107.55 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 532 reviews
    The location is good, the owner is super friendly & helpful, she helped us in recommending the good spots in knysna Breakfast was so good and could be customized and they have very nice coffee. Breakfast/ reception area has very nice veiws. The view from balcony is breathtaking. There are parking slots. Very close to knysna heads view point. Toilet is spacious. The stay is worth every penny.
    Mariam
    Egypt
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 116 reviews
    This home perched high above the Kysna lagoon was extraordinary. Our rom was immense, the bed so comfortable and the views exceptional. The lovely infinity pool and gardens were luxurious and inspiring. We enjoyed walking own to Thessen Island, walking on the beach and would have loved to do the forest hikes if we had been there longer. Breakfast was lovely.
    Esther
    United States
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 300 reviews
    Waking up to the view of the Knysna Lagoon was amazing. The place is in a central location of all shopping centers and activities to do in and around Knysna. The place also had an inverter in case we had load shedding, which was an unexpected bonus. Laguna rental is secure as well. All in all, the place is very well equipped for holiday goers.
    Refiloe
    South Africa
  • From £74.10 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,475 reviews
    Large hotel room, well equipped and the most comfortable bed and bedding. Lovely restaurant on the ground floor serving an awesome breakfast with very friendly and efficient staff. Hotel offers great accommodation and breakfast at a very reasonable rate. Very central location to nearby Waterfront and various local restuarants.
    G&T Travels
    South Africa
  • From £109.45 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,046 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 £74.10 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 435 reviews
    The property is situated right on Knysna heads and very accessible to ConeyGlen beach and there is a view point just next to property, hardly 1min walk. Loved the hospitality and courtesy of the staff. Very much approachable all the time. Loved fhe ambience of the hotel, so cozy, near and clean.
    Akanksha
    India
  • From £180.96 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,078 reviews
    Balcony suites overlooking the stunning lagoon. Friendly staff. On time service. Nice walking distance to a variety of restaurants on the Island. Hotel has its own turbine water club that offers sailing across the lagoon and better rates when compared to the waterfront and other charters.
    Alisha
    South Africa
  • From £61.39 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 201 reviews
    Nicely furnished bright apartment in a beautiful complex, just a few steps from the Knysna waterfront. Great for self catering in the well equipped kitchen - but also plenty of great restaurants around. We travelled with a baby and received a cot and some toys - really appreciated
    Frederik
    Germany
  • From £67.75 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 696 reviews
    excellent views of the lagoon. Very secure and well located on the Knysna waterfront. The hosts are extremely helpful and friendly and go out of their way to make your stay enjoyable. I would highly recommend this venue for an unforgettable experience!
    Dion
    South Africa
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 162 reviews
    The location is very convenient along the n2. Easy access to the whole of Knysna. The bedroom was nicely updated and the bed was nice. There was good parking on the properly. The room was well suited for longer stay and self catering.
    Leo
    Netherlands
  • From £146.96 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 715 reviews
    The location of the hotel is very good, is out of the city, is the perfect place to have a vacation. It has a beautiful view as well. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. I will definately come back again for the holidays.
    Shuting
    South Africa
  • From £58.32 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 154 reviews
    The place is very clean, safe and good garden view. Has all the utensils for Self Catering. Walking distance to the Shops. Great host and will definitely use the place every time I visit Knysna.
    Themba
    South Africa
  • From £97.17 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 184 reviews
    stunning location, friendly staff, well appointed cottages, lovely walks from hotel grounds, short drive from magnificent beaches, forests, golf courses and the popular village of Knysna.
    Paul
    Thailand
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 12 reviews
    Incredible location on the Knysna Quays. Right by the Waterfront and restaurants. The property is very well appointed and extremely spacious and comfortable. Pictures do not it justice.
    Sean
    South Africa
  • From £66.26 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 377 reviews
    Very neat and clean guest house. Manager is extremely helpful and friendly. Good breakfast. Easy walk down to the Knysna waterfront area. Safe parking for cars inside the property.
    Monica
    United Arab Emirates
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 18 reviews
    Cute little apartment within walking distance from Knysna waterfront. The set up of the apartment was comfy, the smart TV was the bonus
    Rawoot
    South Africa

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