Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

Property class: 4

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Free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is £161
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov

Room options

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View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a wooden headboard, a mirror, and a staircase.

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

  • Lagoon view
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Studio Suite (Fynbos)

A bedroom with a bed, two wicker chairs, wooden beams, a large window, and a framed picture on the wall.

Luxury Studio Suite (Fynbos)

  • Partial lake view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

A large bathtub with a view of a sunset over a body of water, a potted plant, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lagoon view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Studio Suite (Bird's eye)

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

Comfort Studio Suite (Bird's eye)

  • Lagoon view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Suite

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted picture.

Family Suite

  • Lagoon view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Knysna is home to Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge. Featherbed Boat Cruises and Knysna Quays are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Friday Market and Knysna Waterfront. Travelling with kids? Consider Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve and Liquid Grace Adventures. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like whale watching. Visit our Knysna travel guide
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Cherry Lane, Welbedacht, Plettenberg Bay, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a river, rocky shoreline, and a lighthouse.
    Knysna Lagoon
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A coastal landscape with a beach, a river, and a densely forested area with scattered houses.
    Garden Route National Park
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A marina with several sailboats docked at sunset.
    Knysna Waterfront
    6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • A marina with boats docked, a building with 'Springtime Sailing Charters' signage, and a hill in the background.
    Knysna Quays
    6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Friday Market
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    46 min drive

Restaurants

  • Uptown Resto-Bar
    5 min drive
  • Seattle Coffee Company
    5 min drive
  • The Drydock Food Co
    7 min drive
  • Bootlegger Coffee Company
    5 min drive
  • Wimpy
    5 min drive

About this property

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge

  • Upscale boutique guest house near the bay, remodelled in 2023
  • Consider a stay at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge and take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception.
  • Other perks at this guest house include:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self-parking
    • Free train station pick-up, babysitting (surcharge) and smoke-free property
    • Tour/ticket information, laundry services and a nature reserve
  • Room features
  • All rooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Highchairs and childcare services
    • Jetted bath, rainfall showers and free toiletries
    • 42-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and electric kettles

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Frequently asked questions

Does Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge on 31 Oct 2026 start from £161, 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 for more accurate prices.

Is Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Does Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 2100 per vehicle applies.

Where is Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge located?

This family-friendly Knysna guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Friday Market. Garden Route National Park and Knysna Lagoon are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Elephant Hide of Knysna Guest Lodge Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views, comfortable rooms, good food
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly/helpful staff. Our room was very nice with a pretty view to a water lagoon surrounded by hills. Location is very convenient and close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, fantastic view from lagoon view room & great breakfast choices.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Excelente localização e café da manhã. Staff very friendly. I really recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well worth a visit

Lovely outlook over the lagoon. Lots to do and see in the area. Friendly and helpful staff. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A special relaxing place to stay.

A very lovely place to stay. There was a roaring open fire while we ate our delicious breakfast. Our accommodation was very comfortable. This was the most expensive place we steyed in while in South Africa and the only one that didn't give us free bottles of water. There is a charge of £1 for each pod of coffee for the machine in the room, although sachets & tea bags are free with an electric kettle.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wunderschöne Blockhütte

Nach einer etwas holperigen Anfahrt gelangt man zu einem gemütlichen Blockhaus. Unsere eigene Blockhütte nr. 4 war hervorragend ausgestattet und bot einen wunderschönen Blick auf die Bucht. Im Badezimmer gab es auch von der Badewanne und von der Dusche aus den gleichen schönen Ausblick. Badewanne mit Whirlpool. Große Minibar und Kaffee im Zimmer. Auch das Frühstück war sehr vielseitig. Während des Frühstücks kommt die Gastgeberin und hilft bei der Tagesplanung wenn man das möchte.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bellissimo!!!

La vacanza in Sudafrica è già di per sè meravigliosa e questo hotel la impreziosisce ancora di più.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simply its ammazing , inspiring , great

Its one of the most beutifule hotel i had seen in my life it was the best hotel for my honeymoon great privacy inspiring lagoon view , romantic touches from the staff the design of the bathroom is amazing , location was suitable to my tour distances , we decided to go back there for our anniversary Special thanx to the staff who are always smilling and welcoming Thanx for miss. Madelin , mr.fish , mr.jhon and all other staff , i recommend the elephant hide of knysna for any couple specially for honeymoon
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
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10/10 Excellent

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View you want to wake up to and sleep in to

The place was amazing stay. Simply views and the idea of staycation in the wilderness! Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in May 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A feedback on elephant hide Knysna

When arriving we got a room which was not good and suitable for us, limited view to the lagoon. After raising our dissatisfection we got a new comfortable room with a beautifull view. The second room was bigger and nice - overall we were very satisfied. Breakfast was nice, the staff is friendly with good service attitude.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Best 3 night out of 19 in South Africa

The best place we stayed in regarding comfort, view, local area and value for money was by far elephant hide. I spent my 19 days honeymoon all over South Africa, so trust me when I say it is one of the best. Having said that, the pool area is too small, but we weren't there for the pool and we never had breakfast so I can't help you here either.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Panoramic lagoon views

The views from each private lodge make this a very memorable place. Add to that the spacious comfortable rooms, the very friendly and helpful staff and a great breakfast and we would definitely recommend it and stay again. We had a slight problem with the air conditioning which the manager (Fish) got straight onto. As they couldn't get hold of the repair guy they offered us a complimentary bottle of wine which was much appreciated and a change of room. The problem actually sorted itself out!
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10/10 Excellent

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Great, fairly secluded, spot!

We stayed just one night on our trip across the Garden Route. It's a very nice place and the staff was great and flexible for us. While it's a little bit outside of Knysna, it's not too far, and the seclusion is a nice benefit!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Vue spectaculaire sur le lagoon

Très bonne prestation et tres belle chambre avec un panorama spectaculaire sur le lagoon... Hôtel très bien situé dans un cadre semi verdoyant. Très belle piscine a débordement sur le lagoon. Petit déjeuner très correct et personnel très serviable. Extérieur commun manque de place.
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10/10 Excellent

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Entspannung und dezenter Luxus

Alles schön - tolle Zimmer , gutes Frühstück , klasse Service ( Dank an Elli u Fish ) immer da ,sehr bescheiden und immer freundlich !!! Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt !!
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10/10 Excellent

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Super, excellent....

Sehr ruhige Gegend in einer urtümlichen Umgebung. Wunderbare Aussicht auf die Lagune. Der Service war weit über den Erwartungen und stellte manches grosses Hotel in den Schatten. Die Freundlichkeit und Hilfsbereitschaft der Mitarbeiter verdient 5 Sterne. Wir werden auf jeden Fall dort wieder buchen. Das nächste mal allerdings viel länger. Wir freuen uns jetzt schon darauf.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort