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16 Oct - 18 Oct
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23 Oct - 25 Oct

Our top choices for Knysna 5-star hotels

A pool with a view of a sunset over a body of water and distant mountains.
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a table with a drink, and a view of the sea.
A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky outcrops, and dense vegetation.
A room with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table with a book.

1. The Plettenberg Hotel

The Plettenberg Hotel
Lookout Beach Precinct
Germany
Heike
£317
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
The Plettenberg Hotel
A modern outdoor deck with wicker chairs and a glass balustrade overlooking a scenic landscape.
A modern living room with a view of the ocean, a kitchen with marble countertops, and a chandelier.
An indoor swimming pool with a view of the sunset, a mosaic wall, and seating areas.
A hanging chair with cushions in a room with large windows overlooking the ocean at sunset.

2. Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
Wilderness Beach
United States
Alison
£274
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Views Boutique Hotel & Spa
A coastal property with a large house, a swimming pool, and a view of the ocean and town at dusk.
A coastal property with a large building, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A pathway with steps leading through a garden with palm trees and shrubs.
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a central seating area, and a view through the glass doors.

3. Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
Plettenberg Bay
United Kingdom
Peter
£155
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Sky Villa Boutique Hotel
A waterfront property with docked boats, a marina, and industrial buildings with chimneys.
A waterfront property with a modern building, a dock, and a swimming pool.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a building with a brick facade, and a sign that reads "THESEN KOBEL".
A wooden deck with a pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

4. Turbine Hotel and Spa

Turbine Hotel and Spa
Thesen Island
United States
Gregory
£156
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Turbine Hotel and Spa
A wooden boardwalk leading to a sandy beach with ocean views.
A spacious living room with a view of the ocean, furnished with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture and a view of the ocean.
A spacious dining area with high ceilings, wooden beams, and hanging plants. Tables are set with white tablecloths and surrounded by wicker chairs.

5. Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges

Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
Robberg Beach
United Kingdom
D
£92
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
A spacious lounge area with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, a central tree, and a bar with shelves of bottles.
A glass door leading to an outdoor area with a metal fence and trees.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a mirror. There is a view of the outdoors through a glass door.
A hotel room with a large window offering a mountain view, a bed with a brown blanket, a desk with a chair, and a modern wall design.

6. The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel

The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
George
United States
Gordon
£160
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Hawthorn Boutique Hotel
A balcony with a view of a calm lake, a dock with a boat, and a table with a bottle and glasses.
A room with a view of a lake, a wooden table with a decanter and two glasses of red wine, and a bed with a teal bedspread.
A large house with a swimming pool, a garden, and a pergola.
A large, multi-story hotel with a waterfront view, a dock with a boat, and a well-maintained lawn.

7. St James of Knysna

St James of Knysna
Knysna
United States
Lillian
£222
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
St James of Knysna
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa, a desk, and a view of the garden through a glass door.
A spacious room with a four-poster bed, a sitting area with a sofa and armchairs, a dining table with a tray of items, and a view of a swimming pool through large windows.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a collection of bookshelves.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

8. Hunter's Country House

Hunter's Country House
Plettenberg Bay
Germany
Kerem
£192
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hunter's Country House
A swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a wooden deck.
An outdoor patio with a wooden deck, white chairs, a wooden table, and large umbrellas providing shade.
A buffet with various cheeses, fruits, and breads.
A beach with footprints, a white umbrella, and a chair.

9. The Old Rectory

The Old Rectory
Central Beach Area
United Kingdom
LOUISE
£354
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Old Rectory
A modern living room with a wooden dining table, white chairs, and a large potted plant.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a chair, and a view of a swimming pool.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a pool in the background.
A modern interior with a dining area, a kitchen, and a large glass door leading to an outdoor space.

10. THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Paradise
United Kingdom
Tina
£162
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Exterior
A breakfast buffet with various foods and drinks, a painting on the wall, and a chef in motion.
Lounge
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a wooden stool, a vase with flowers, and a view of greenery outside.

11. Tamodi Lodge and Stables

Tamodi Lodge and Stables
Keurboomstrand
United Kingdom
Ayeshah
Tamodi Lodge and Stables
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a table, and an umbrella.
A beachside view with a sunset, a wooden deck with white lounge chairs, and a rocky shoreline.
A modern living room with a large window overlooking the ocean, furnished with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A modern building with a glass facade overlooking a beach at sunset.

12. Beach Villa Wilderness

Beach Villa Wilderness
Wilderness Beach
United Kingdom
michael
£169
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Beach Villa Wilderness
A modern living room with a fireplace, glass shelves, and a view to the outside.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and fireplace. Large windows offer a view of the sea.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a round mirror, and a view of the sea.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, a fireplace, and a view of the sea.

13. Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
Paradise
United States
William
£199
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Villa Afrikana Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas overlooking a scenic landscape.
An outdoor wooden deck with benches and tables, surrounded by trees and a thatched roof structure with string lights.
A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, seating areas, and a large indoor plant.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a scenic view.

14. Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
Knysna
United States
Ibrahima
£206
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa
A wooden bridge leading to a house with a thatched roof, surrounded by palm trees and a pond.
A large indoor swimming pool with a central staircase, large windows, and a balcony.
An outdoor covered patio with a wooden ceiling, wicker furniture, and a central table with chairs.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a chandelier, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a television.

15. The Manor House at Fancourt

The Manor House at Fancourt
George
Germany
Anja
£480
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Manor House at Fancourt
A stone building with a glass facade and a wooden deck leading to a pool.
A wooden deck with a patterned rug, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a chessboard, and a bed with a view of trees.
A log cabin with a pool, wooden deck, and outdoor seating area.

16. Tsala Treetop Lodge

Tsala Treetop Lodge
Plettenberg Bay
United States
Saeeda
£849
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Tsala Treetop Lodge
An outdoor wooden deck with seating and a glass door leading to a modern interior.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.
A cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and shelves with plants.
A rectangular swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by lounge chairs and a large umbrella.

17. Crags Country Lodge

Crags Country Lodge
The Crags
United Kingdom
Peter
Crags Country Lodge
A dining table with two plates of food and drinks, surrounded by chairs and umbrellas.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror. There is a window with curtains, a plant, and a view of the outdoors.
A poolside area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A spacious dining area with a large wooden table, chairs, and a chandelier. There is a kitchen area with a refrigerator and a sink in the background.

18. Cinnamon Boutique

Cinnamon Boutique
Wilderness
United States
Milanka
£137
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Cinnamon Boutique
A balcony with a view of the ocean and a mountainous landscape.
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining table with chairs, and a sofa.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower area, and a view of the ocean.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a separate shower area, and a vanity with a sink.

19. Head over Hills Luxury Retreat

Head over Hills Luxury Retreat
Knysna
South Africa
Lee
£276
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Head over Hills Luxury Retreat
Front of property
Room
Front of property
Reception

20. Hilltop Boutique Hotel

Hilltop Boutique Hotel
Wilderness
South Africa
Nelisa
£215
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hilltop Boutique Hotel
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Nestled between forested hills and a sparkling lagoon, Knysna offers boat tours to spot dolphins and visit the famous Heads sandstone cliffs. Explore the vibrant Waterfront with its seafood restaurants or take guided hikes through indigenous forests in the surrounding Garden Route.

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A coastal landscape with a bay, rocky shoreline, and a lighthouse.

Top Knysna Hotel Reviews

THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing property run by amazing people in beautiful condition in a beautiful location with spectacular views of knysna. Loved our stay there."
Tina 7-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
THEBLOEM Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
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 3 months ago
Turbine Hotel and Spa
St James of Knysna

St James of Knysna

10/10 Excellent
"This is a beautiful, clean and comfortable hotel. Staff is super helpful- a true 5 star hotel!"
Lillian 3-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
St James of Knysna

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