Knysna Accommodation

The developers of upmarket Thesen Island had a knack for identifying unique hotel locations, and The Lofts Boutique Hotel is no exception. With its position above The Boatshed, it presents the ideal spot from which to either stay in hotel-comfort, or self-cater in apartment style. From here the Garden Route beckons. 

Experience your very own holiday home in Knysna at Kanonkop House. With astounding views, easy-going service and a list of activities longer than your arm, you will undoubtedly find any stay too short. 

The history and restoration of this building into a five-star property, The Turbine Hotel & Spa, makes for a great introduction to the lagoon-side town of Knysna. Ideally located on Thesen Island, it ticks all the boxes of a well-run boutique hotel establishment and will always be remembered for its uniqueness.

A clear product of its owners’ love, Villa Afrikana ticks every box. Extensive views, personal hospitality and superb location are tied together by simple, elegant design, transforming a stay at this Knysna hotel into an experience to remember.

Knysna Hollow Country Estate offers quality, affordable accommodation and a great base from which to explore the Garden Route, all set in 2ha of lush and landscaped indigenous gardens. With a host of excellent facilities and services on site, this Seasons in Africa hotel is a superb choice.

The self-catering timber log chalets at Under Milkwood peer out from among the milkwood trees lining the shores of Knysna’s famed lagoon. An excellent spot for families, there is a myriad of ways to enjoy this protected bay and surrounds from kayaking and swimming to birdwatching, fishing and hiking.

Found on one of Knysna’s main thoroughfares leading between its main road and Waterfront Drive, The Rex Hotel gives guests easy access to all that this charming coastal town has to offer. Sprawled across the banks of an idyllic lagoon, Knysna is superbly located for those wanting to explore the greater Garden Route.

Arched glass-windowed balconies and stretches of pristine lawn invite hours of daydreaming as you gaze out across the peaceful lagoon at St James of Knysna. The town of Knysna is one of the Garden Route’s most attractive holiday destinations, with an array of activities and sights among forest, mountains, beaches and lagoon.

Overlooking sail yachts in the harbour and the glistening estuary beyond, the Protea Hotel Knysna Quays gives guests a front-row seat to all of the slow-paced excitement that Knysna has to offer. Located in the heart of the Garden Route, this is the perfect springboard to explore surrounding towns and nature reserves.

An ethereal air emanates from Phantom Forest, with its 14 elevated treehouse-styled suites seamlessly blending in with their surroundings to become part of the fabric of nature. Silky linen and hand-woven carpets drape the suites, while the glass-roofed en-suite bathrooms overlook the lagoon. The soft-lit boma serves classically styled international cuisine.

Located on a small island surrounded by the Knysna lagoon, Leisure Isle Lodge offers luxury, relaxation, centrality and a beachy island getaway. Enjoy delicious food, stunning accommodation and spa treatments in between exploring the surrounding areas and spending time on the beach. 

An absolutely blissful retreat along South Africa’s verdant Garden Route is provided at Lake Pleasant Living situated just outside Sedgefield on the shores of Groenvlei lake. Offering an extensive range of activities and on-site amenities, Lake Pleasant ensures you will want for nothing while exploring from this fantastic base equidistant between Wilderness and Knysna.