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A wooden-framed glass door leading to a balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and distant hills.

1. Kanonkop Guest House

Kanonkop Guest House
5.0 star property
Knysna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Very welcoming and helpful hosts"
United Kingdom
Martin
The price is ￥60,538
￥69,619 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Kanonkop Guest House
An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.

2. Aestas Bed & Breakfast

Aestas Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Knysna
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (99 reviews)
"Very close to local shops, short drive to the waterfront"
Australia
Esther
The price is ￥5,846
￥9,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Aestas Bed & Breakfast
A modern building with a wooden pathway leading to a glass entrance, surrounded by tropical plants.

3. Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Knysna Hollow Country Estate
4.0 star property
Knysna
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (111 reviews)
"The property is beautiful, surrounding mountains, spacious luxurious room, comfortable bed, good food."
United States
Chanel
The price is ￥22,204
￥25,535 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Knysna Hollow Country Estate
A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a reception desk.

4. Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays
3.5 star property
Knysna Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (375 reviews)
"Nice facility"
United States
Durga Prasad
The price is ￥18,825
￥21,865 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays
A restaurant with round tables, patterned chairs, hanging light fixtures, and potted plants.

5. aha The Rex Hotel

aha The Rex Hotel
4.0 star property
Knysna
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (161 reviews)
"Been to Knysna now on many times, stayed in various types of accommodation within the town, very impressed with this hotel, ideal for walking around town, the marina and it's location is great, ideal for walking to many of the towns restaurants' and bars. Would certainly recommend this hotel. Staff were really helpful, breakfast was fine although there are many cafe's around the hotel should one want any alternative breakfast, although what we had was fine."
United Kingdom
Yvonne
The price is ￥14,015
￥16,117 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
aha The Rex Hotel
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and large windows offering views of a grassy field.

6. Oyster Creek Lodge

Oyster Creek Lodge
4.0 star property
Knysna
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (34 reviews)
"Nice view"
Singapore
Tadashi
The price is ￥12,337
￥12,337 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Oyster Creek Lodge
A nighttime view of a modern hotel with a swimming pool, illuminated by ambient lighting.

7. Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna
4.0 star property
Knysna
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (91 reviews)
"Excellent stay Excellent place "
South Africa
Anonymous traveler
The price is ￥17,053
￥19,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna
A modern interior with large windows, wicker furniture, and a view of a garden.

8. Sunnymeade Guest House

Sunnymeade Guest House
2.0 star property
Knysna
The price is ￥8,320
￥8,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Sunnymeade Guest House
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a stone building in the background.

9. Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House

Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House
3.0 star property
Knysna
The price is ￥14,900
￥33,294 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House
A hot tub on a wooden deck with a view of a lake and hills.

10. South Villa Guesthouse & Garden

South Villa Guesthouse & Garden
4.0 star property
Paradise
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (73 reviews)
"Good location as very close to The Waterfront Pleasant staff and home made bread."
United States
Lauren
The price is ￥14,592
￥14,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
South Villa Guesthouse & Garden
A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, and a view of the sea and hills.

11. Phoenix Lodge and Waterside Accommodation

Phoenix Lodge and Waterside Accommodation
3.0 star property
Paradise
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Very clean, and enjoyable stay."
United Kingdom
Richard
The price is ￥8,613
￥9,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Phoenix Lodge and Waterside Accommodation
An indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a bar with shelves of bottles, and hanging plants.

12. The Lofts Boutique Hotel

The Lofts Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Thesen Island
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"Staff were wonderful throughout and the hotel was glorious thank you!"
United Kingdom
Richard G
The price is ￥41,397
￥47,606 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
The Lofts Boutique Hotel
A balcony with a view of a calm lake, a dock with a boat, and a table with a bottle and glasses.

13. St James of Knysna

St James of Knysna
5.0 star property
Knysna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (188 reviews)
"This is a beautiful, clean and comfortable hotel. Staff is super helpful- a true 5 star hotel!"
United States
Lillian
The price is ￥41,706
￥48,090 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
St James of Knysna
A bedroom with a large bed, an orange throw, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

14. Orange Inn Knysna

Orange Inn Knysna
4.0 star property
Knysna
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (77 reviews)
"A beautiful spot, with amazing views. The staff were excellent and it was very close to everything you need."
United Kingdom
kevin
The price is ￥8,235
￥9,470 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Orange Inn Knysna
A well-maintained garden with a fountain, a patio table with chairs, and blooming flowers.

15. Blue Fern of Knysna

Blue Fern of Knysna
3.5 star property
Knysna
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"The stay was really good and comfortable. The hosts waited for us to check-in and were very nice. Room was very nice, clean and comfortable. Breakfast was made as per our requests specially since I am vegetarian. The hosts gave us recommendations for local sites. The garden outside the room was very beautiful as well!"
Norway
Vandita
The price is ￥8,265
￥8,265 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Blue Fern of Knysna
A wooden table with a bottle of wine and two glasses on a balcony overlooking a river and hills.

16. Overmeer Guest House

Overmeer Guest House
3.5 star property
Paradise
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (39 reviews)
"We had a really pleasant stay at the Overmeer guesthouse. The staff were friendly and welcoming, the room was clean and comfortable, and the overall atmosphere was relaxed. The location is also very convenient, making it easy to get around. We felt well taken care of and would happily stay here again."
United Kingdom
Jehonathan
The price is ￥13,541
￥15,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Overmeer Guest House
A modern house with a rooftop pool overlooking a bay with boats and hills.

17. Issaquena Heights Boutique Hotel

Issaquena Heights Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
Knysna
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (39 reviews)
"Amazing place. Great service, great rooms, great facilities and great views. "
Australia
Bill
The price is ￥10,964
￥12,609 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Issaquena Heights Boutique Hotel
A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, lamp, chair, and a view through a door.

18. B my Guest

B my Guest
3.0 star property
Knysna
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (16 reviews)
"Beautiful cosy place that is very welcoming and very safe, they even checked us in a late as we arrived late... And the morning breakfast view is outstanding... We will definitely be going back there again... Thank you"
South Africa
EL
The price is ￥7,782
￥7,782 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
B my Guest
A large, historic house with a green roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a scenic view of a lake and hills.

19. Knysna Manor House

Knysna Manor House
3.0 star property
Knysna
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (37 reviews)
"Our return stay after 15 years did not disappoint. Still the friendly, dedicated and professional staff and owners we got used to the previous time, making our stay really great"
United States
Martin
The price is ￥14,162
￥18,788 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Knysna Manor House
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and hills.

20. Lagoon Lodge

Lagoon Lodge
3.0 star property
Paradise
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (25 reviews)
"The place is Okay for people on transit. The price was reasonable, especially that they do serve breakfast."
South Africa
MIRRIAM
The price is ￥8,326
￥8,326 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Lagoon Lodge
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Top Knysna Hotel Reviews

Turbine Hotel and Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel was incredible. The location is excellent, the hotel itself is quite interesting and there are many places to explore, the food and drink were excellent - as were the staff who provided them, the room was remarkable. This is a must-stay hotel if you are considering staying in the area. I would return in a heartbeat if travels bring me there - and I would bring as many as I could."
Gregory 1-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
Turbine Hotel and Spa

Frequently asked questions

What should a history buff expect from a stay in Knysna?
A trip to the historical sites in Knysna is likely number one on your sightseeing itinerary. You can also discover all there is to see and do including the golf courses and forests
How many historical hotels are there in Knysna?
Knysna is home to 262 hotel accommodations bookable on Expedia though you won't find many designated historic hotels.
What are the must-see historical places and other sights to visit in Knysna?
Favorite places to visit include Knysna Quays, Knysna Waterfront, and Knysna Lagoon. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Featherbed Nature Reserve and Leisure Isle.
What is a historic hotel like in Knysna?
A guest who chooses a historic hotel has a chance to stay in a place officially recognized with a historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world have had many former lives and uses, such as stately homes, palaces or even lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers. These types of hotels in Knysna typically preserve authentic characteristics such as period features or traditional architecture in guestrooms or communal spaces.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel is generally what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in Knysna have modern facilities?
Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you've come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the usual amenities found in any hotel will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Knysna, you won't find a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.