Title: aha The Rex Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # aha The Rex Hotel Family-friendly hotel with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2670000/2667800/2667751/70055d0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2670000/2667800/2667751/a91fc905.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bicycling](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2670000/2667800/2667751/a140f68d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2670000/2667800/2667751/987a3795.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2670000/2667800/2667751/ccd2d7c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Experience the warm hospitality at aha The Rex Hotel, where upscale comfort meets family-friendly fun. Unwind in the garden or by the outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas. With free in-room WiFi, a restaurant, and multilingual staff on hand to help you make memories. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Room service - Bar - Breakfast available - 24/7 front desk - Pool - Housekeeping £73 includes taxes & fees 7 Nov - 8 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 30 - Oct 31](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=2667751&PinnedHotelID=2667751&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=2667751&PinnedHotelID=2667751&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 31 - Nov 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=2667751&PinnedHotelID=2667751&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=2667751&PinnedHotelID=2667751&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=2667751&PinnedHotelID=2667751&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=2667751&PinnedHotelID=2667751&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=2667751&PinnedHotelID=2667751&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=2667751&PinnedHotelID=2667751&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2670000/2667800/2667751/e1e0d600.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating LCD TV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Private bathroom - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2670000/2667800/2667751/ed8d35dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating LCD TV Blackout curtains Premium bedding Private bathroom - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKnysna-Hotels-Aha-The-Rex-Hotel.h2667751.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKnysna-Hotels-Aha-The-Rex-Hotel.h2667751.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-34.02953%2C23.05106&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ue5b1Iocp1BUN63sG-K03iLHfRg=) 8 Gray Steet, Knysna, Western Cape, 6571 #### What's nearby - Knysna Waterfront - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles - Knysna Quays - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles - Knysna Lagoon - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles - Simola Golf Course - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles - Pezula Golf Club - 11 min drive - 5.2 miles #### Getting around - George (GRJ) - 58 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Persello Pizzeria - ‬10 min walk - ‪KFC - ‬15 min walk - ‪Wimpy - ‬11 min walk - ‪Olde's Pub - ‬14 min walk - ‪Lunar Cafe - ‬13 min walk ## About this property ### aha The Rex Hotel Upscale family-friendly hotel in the suburbs A garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at aha The Rex Hotel. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Express check-out, babysitting (surcharge) and concierge services Room features All 54 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities such as free WiFi and air conditioning. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and heating ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21300/21236/0cab7477.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays Knysna Central - Pool - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 325 reviews £102 includes taxes & fees 30 Nov - 1 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=21236&PinnedHotelID=21236&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2280000/2270900/2270850/6e57afe9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa Knysna - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Parking included 9.4 Exceptional 153 reviews £178 includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 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Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Spa 9.0 Wonderful 193 reviews £149 includes taxes & fees 31 Oct - 1 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=1403938&PinnedHotelID=1403938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Height restrictions apply for on-site parking - 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free secured, covered self parking on site - Limited on-site parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 165 for adults and ZAR 83 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Free bicycle rentals - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Babysitting (surcharge) - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - Lever door handles - Lift - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchair-width doorways ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Art Deco architecture - Built in 2017 - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Electrical adapters - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board - Laptop workspace - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Contactless check-in and check-out are available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: ZAR 450.00 Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 500 per stay. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 165 for adults and from ZAR 83 for children - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 485 per person (one-way) - Late check-out fee: ZAR 450.00 (subject to availability) - Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 500 per stay The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work Parking height restrictions apply ### National rating Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation. ### Property is also known as Rex Hotel Knysna Rex Knysna aha Rex Hotel Knysna aha Rex Hotel aha Rex Knysna aha Rex aha The Rex Hotel Hotel aha The Rex Hotel Knysna aha The Rex Hotel Hotel Knysna ## Frequently asked questions ### Does aha The Rex Hotel have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at aha The Rex Hotel? > As of 30 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at aha The Rex Hotel on 7 Nov 2025 start from £72.76, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Knysna-Hotels-Aha-The-Rex-Hotel.h2667751.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is aha The Rex Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at aha The Rex Hotel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at aha The Rex Hotel? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 6:00 PM to midnight. ### What time is check-out at aha The Rex Hotel? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for ZAR 450.00 (subject to availability). ### Does aha The Rex Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 485 per person applies. ### Where is aha The Rex Hotel located? > This family-friendly Knysna hotel is located in the suburbs, within a 15-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Pledge Nature Reserve. Knysna Waterfront and Knysna Lagoon are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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