Paradise
Knysna
Popular places to visit
Knysna Waterfront
You can enjoy retail therapy at Knysna Waterfront during your stay in Knysna. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.
Brenton Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Brenton Beach during your travels in Knysna? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.
Knysna Lagoon
Sheltered from the rough sea swells by two rugged headlands, this brilliantly blue lagoon is a boating and watersports hotspot.
Knysna Quays
Shop for hours in sleek malls, dine with spectacular views and take a boat charter out onto a lagoon from one of the most scenic harbors on the Garden Route.
Buffalo Bay Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Buffalo Bay Beach during your trip to Knysna? You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.
Eastern Head View Point
Enjoy spectacular views over the brilliantly blue Knysna Lagoon and the sheltering sandstone bluffs, and watch waves crash into the rocks at this cliff-top lookout.
Things to do
Scenic Lagoon cruise with the Bella Vita Champagne Lounger
Paradise Hotel Deals
Phoenix Lodge and Waterside Accommodation
Very clean, and enjoyable stay.
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Hide Away Guest House
Cecil and Colleen who were our hosts were so friendly and helpful, and our Premier Room's sea view from our room and private balcony was superb. Breakfasts were so enjoyable, with a good choice of cold and cooked food. Parking was also great and secure.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
Roseroc Boutique Guest House
Beautiful spacious room with fabulous balcony view. Breakfasts were fabulous. Our host Kevin, was wonderfully gracious and attentive. He prooved to be a wonderful source of information with superb recommendations of things to do in the area. We had a glorious stay!
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Overmeer Guest House
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Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Villa Afrikana Guest Suites
Just such a wonderful place. Nothing is too much trouble for them. It really is Paradise 10 stars all the way.
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026
South Villa Guesthouse & Garden
Absolutely beautiful little guesthouse overlooking Knysna's harbor. Very spacious and comfortable room with free coffee, water, and a very nice bed. Opportunity to have breakfast on our balcony overlooking the water, which was amazing. Overall, could not recommend more!
Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Paradise
Waterfront
Unique features of Waterfront include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Knysna Quays or Knysna Waterfront while you're exploring the area.
Knysna Central
If you're spending some time in Knysna Central, Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront are top sights worth seeing.
Thesen Island
While visiting Thesen Island, you might make a stop by sights like Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park.
Belvidere
Travelers like the restaurants in Belvidere, and Knysna Lagoon is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Rexford
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rexford and surrounding area, you can visit Knysna Golf Club and Leisure Isle.
