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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.

An outdoor garden setting with tables and chairs arranged for dining, surrounded by lush greenery and a building in the background.

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.

1. Hunter's Country House

1.1 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

Kerem

£191

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 dining area with a stone fireplace, wooden tables, and chairs.

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a chessboard, and a bed with a view of trees.

2. Tsala Treetop Lodge

1.1 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

Saeeda

£924

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A two-story house with a garden, a pond with lily pads, and a palm tree.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a swimming pool, and a house in the background.

A cozy bar area with a stone wall, wooden ceiling beams, and hanging pendant lights.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a coffee table with plants, and framed artwork on the walls.

3. Lairds Lodge

0.9 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

Annelize

£225

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A serene lakeside view with a stone wall and pink flowers, a wooden fence, and a clear sky.

A coastal building with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and flags.

A view of a balcony with a railing overlooking a body of water, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A balcony with a sofa, a large potted plant, and a view of a body of water.

4. TwoAngels

12.2 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

Anja

£97

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a wooden deck.

A beach with footprints, a white umbrella, and a chair.

A buffet with various cheeses, fruits, and breads.

An outdoor patio with a wooden deck, white chairs, a wooden table, and large umbrellas providing shade.

5. The Old Rectory

Central Beach Area, 6.2 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

LOUISE

£392

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern house with a large balcony, a swimming pool, and a view of the sea.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a glass-top table, wicker chairs, and a vase with flowers.

A multi-level residential building with a paved courtyard, wooden garage doors, and balconies with railings.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wicker chair, and a view of trees through the windows.

6. Limoni Luxury Suites

Central Beach Area, 6.2 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

Jag

£131

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A modern building with a pool, outdoor seating, and a spiral staircase.

A deck with a view of a river and mountains. There are chairs and a table with a bottle of champagne.

A terrace with white tables and chairs, white umbrellas, and a view of the sea.

A room with a large arched window overlooking a beach and ocean.

7. The Ivory Haus

Lookout Beach Precinct, 5.8 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

Roberto

£110

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern house with a spacious patio, outdoor lighting, and a large tree.

A bar area with wooden beams, a black wall with 'Barrington's Craft Brewery' signage, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A spacious lobby with large windows, a reception desk, and a seating area.

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

8. Barrington's Small Hotel

5.5 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

Robert

£215

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A pool with a view of a sunset over a body of water and distant mountains.

A room with a view of the ocean, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table with a book.

A dining area with tables set for two, potted plants, and a view of the sea.

A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky outcrops, and dense vegetation.

9. The Plettenberg Hotel

Lookout Beach Precinct, 6.2 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

Heike

£316

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a body of water, and a hill in the background.

A coastal marina with numerous sailboats, a prominent lighthouse, and residential buildings along the shoreline.

A room with a round table, a clock, a vase with flowers, a small figurine, and a book.

A spacious living room with a white table, chairs, and a fireplace.

10. Chez Pierre

12.1 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

Mary

£100

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A poolside area with a barbecue setup, outdoor seating, and a stone wall.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden bench, a desk, and a chair. There is a TV mounted on the wall and a window with a view of the outdoors.

A restaurant with wooden interiors, large windows, and chandeliers. Tables are set with candles and wine glasses.

A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, surrounded by various plants and cacti.

11. Emily Moon River Lodge

6.1 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

"We had bats living in our roof, apparently knowingly by the owner (they built a house for them on the near cabin and they migrated to ours). We had to go to bed and sleep with constraint scratching and sliding noises, that was terrible. When we brought it to the attention of the team, they didn’t even bother apologising. The dinning experience over dinner and breakfast was terrible - worst service I’ve seen for a while and average food (it’s quite expensive considering its surroundings). Stay...

Ido

£242

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A dining area with a table set for two, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

An aerial view of a resort with a pool, outdoor seating, and a large covered area.

A bar area with a sign reading "Lerties Fisheries Fresh J.Bowman Daily Stall No3".

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

12. Hog Hollow Country Lodge

12.3 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

Diana

£230

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A luxurious hotel with a central courtyard, outdoor seating areas, and a swimming pool.

A room with large windows, wicker hanging lamps, and a view of a pool and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with leather seating, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

A hot tub with a wooden deck and bamboo walls.

13. Pezula Nature Retreat

10.7 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

bharat

£213

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A covered porch with wicker furniture and a view of the ocean.

A large house with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a lake and hills.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a swimming pool.

14. The Knysna Belle

12.5 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

Sean

£134

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outside.

A modern building with a cafe named "The Junction" and a restaurant named "Cafe Pri".

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden sofa, a patterned armchair, and a coffee table.

A modern living room with a sofa, a small round table, and a view of a balcony with outdoor furniture.

15. The Junction Boutique Hotel

Lookout Beach Precinct, 5.9 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

Ruben Majola

£175

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A pool area with a view of the ocean, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel entrance with a stone facade, a covered outdoor seating area, and a staircase leading to the upper floors.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and hanging plants.

16. Plett Quarter Hotel

Lookout Beach Precinct, 5.9 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

"This was a great hotel to land for a couple nights in Plettenberg. The staff was delightful especially upon our arrival we were a bit frazzled from a long drive and Kima greeted us to help us Park and get our bags to our room. The in Hotel restaurant is excellent, we ate the oxtail and the breakfast is fabulous. Two doors away is a place called 11 that we rented bikes from. The property is clean and we had a City View Suite that had plenty of room to spread out and a balcony. The property is...

Judith

£77

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern building with a central water feature, surrounded by well-maintained grass and a clear sky.

A dining table with four chairs, a lamp, and a vase with plants.

A modern building with a reflective pool, a clear sky, and a sunset.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wicker furniture, and a patterned rug.

17. Fairview House

9.7 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

Vishal

£210

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A terrace with a view of the sea, outdoor seating, and a sunset.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a view of a cityscape, and a decorative tree branch with lights.

18. Crown on the heads

12.2 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

Mmabatho

£262

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A restaurant with round tables, patterned chairs, hanging light fixtures, and potted plants.

A modern multi-story building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a wooden deck.

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a sign reading "The Rex Hotel".

A modern lobby with a sofa, a round table with a tray, and a chandelier.

19. aha The Rex Hotel

12.6 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

"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."

Yvonne

£109

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A clear swimming pool with rock formations and palm trees.

A miniature golf course with a water hazard, sand bunkers, and a thatched-roof pavilion.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

A poolside patio with a table set for dining, a brick fireplace, and a view of the pool.

20. Formosa Bay

5.1 mi from Knysna Elephant Park

Carey

£59

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Knysna Elephant Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hunter's Country House	9.6 Exceptional 106 reviews	View
Tsala Treetop Lodge	9.8 Exceptional 90 reviews	View
Lairds Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 34 reviews	View
TwoAngels	10.0 Exceptional 15 reviews	View
The Old Rectory	9.8 Exceptional 34 reviews	View

Top Knysna Elephant Park Hotel Reviews

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The experience and the views were wonderful. The rooms were spotless. The staff friendly and excellent"

Plett Quarter Hotel

10/10 Excellent

Ocean Watch Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely an incredible experience. The space is so beautiful and comfortable. We were so sad to leave!"

The Ivory Haus

10/10 Excellent

"We loved this hotel. The room was large and comfortable and very clean. The staff are amazing. Friendly, helpful and really made us feel at home. The rooftop bar has an incredible view and the location is perfect. The food was outstanding both breakfast and dinner. Would highly recommend this hotel."

Bayview Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It’s the best hotel with great views and incredible interior. Highly recommend this for family stay."

The Plettenberg Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing location, decor and service. Highly recommend staying here."

Barrington's Small Hotel

8/10 Good

"Lovely stay. Only issue was noise. Can hear activity in neighbouring rooms and the gym/night club/ inconsiderate neighbour who blast music at all hours is a real downer."

Sunrise Bay Self-Catering Accommodation

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful room with small kitchen nicely located near town centre and stores. The only thing that wasn’t great was that the water wasn’t hot enough in the kitchen and bathroom sinks. Shower was ok."

T'Niqua Stable Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Loved it! Very friendly and magic stay!"

Other attractions near Knysna Elephant Park

Harkerville Saturday Village Market

You can enjoy retail therapy at Harkerville Saturday Village Market during your trip to Harkerville. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the golf courses.

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Knysna Ziplines

You can take time to visit Knysna Ziplines during your travels to Harkerville. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

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Garden of Eden

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Garden of Eden during your travels in Harkerville. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park

Bring your family to Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Plettenberg Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Radical Raptors

See the exotic and native animals who call Radical Raptors home during your travels in Plettenberg Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Plett Puzzle Park

Explore the great outdoors at Plett Puzzle Park, a lovely green space in Plettenberg Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Old Nick Village

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Old Nick Village during your visit to Plettenberg Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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St Peters Anglican Church

10.0/10 (1 review)

St Peters Anglican Church is just one of the places to see in Plettenberg Bay, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Knysna Elephant Park?

Knysna Elephant Park is located in Plettenberg Bay. Travellers like the surrounding area for its seaside. You'll find 19 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Knysna Elephant Park?

Hunter's Country House is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this country house offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Knysna Elephant Park. Other good choices within 5 miles include Tsala Treetop Lodge and T'Niqua Stable Inn.

How many hotels are there close to Knysna Elephant Park?

Expedia has 19 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Knysna Elephant Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Knysna Elephant Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Knysna Elephant Park.

What can I see and do near Knysna Elephant Park?

Create some family memories at Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park, Radical Raptors and Plett Puzzle Park while you're exploring the area around Knysna Elephant Park. You might plan a visit to Garden of Eden or Knysna Ziplines while you're in the area. A visit to Harkerville Saturday Village Market is worth the trip when you're visiting.

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Our top choices for Knysna Elephant Park hotels

1. Hunter's Country House

2. Tsala Treetop Lodge

3. Lairds Lodge

4. TwoAngels

5. The Old Rectory

6. Limoni Luxury Suites

7. The Ivory Haus

8. Barrington's Small Hotel

9. The Plettenberg Hotel

10. Chez Pierre

11. Emily Moon River Lodge

12. Hog Hollow Country Lodge

13. Pezula Nature Retreat

14. The Knysna Belle

15. The Junction Boutique Hotel

16. Plett Quarter Hotel

17. Fairview House

18. Crown on the heads

19. aha The Rex Hotel

20. Formosa Bay

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Top Knysna Elephant Park Hotel Reviews

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

Plett Quarter Hotel

Ocean Watch Guest House

The Ivory Haus

Bayview Hotel

The Plettenberg Hotel

Barrington's Small Hotel

Sunrise Bay Self-Catering Accommodation

T'Niqua Stable Inn

Other attractions near Knysna Elephant Park

Harkerville Saturday Village Market

Knysna Ziplines

Garden of Eden

Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park

Radical Raptors

Plett Puzzle Park

Old Nick Village

St Peters Anglican Church

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