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Knysna Hollow Country Estate

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2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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Overview of Knysna Hollow Country Estate

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Knysna Hollow Country Estate

4.0 star property

4.3/5 Excellent

Guests rated this property 4.3/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
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5 Welbedacht Lane, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationKnysna Lagoon9 min walk
  • Popular LocationGarden Route National Park9 min walk
  • Popular LocationPledge Nature Reserve4 min drive
  • AirportPlettenberg Bay (PBZ)35 min drive

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About this area

Knysna

Located in Knysna, Knysna Hollow Country Estate is next to a golf course and near the beach. Knysna Quays and Simola Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Garden Route National Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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What's nearby

  • Knysna Lagoon - 9 min walk
  • Garden Route National Park - 9 min walk
  • Knysna Quays - 4 min drive
  • Pledge Nature Reserve - 4 min drive
  • Featherbed Nature Reserve - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cruise Cafe - 3 min drive
  • African Bean - 4 min drive
  • Royal Siam Thai - 4 min drive
  • Persello's Pizzeria - 4 min drive
  • Chatters - 4 min drive

About this property

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Family-friendly hotel with 2 outdoor pools and conference centre
This hotel features 2 outdoor pools, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a conference centre, coffee/tea in a common area and a business centre.
Knysna Hollow Country Estate offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Knysna hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

Children aged under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages spoken

English

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter

Check-in

Contactless social distancing and check-out
Guest rooms kept vacant for 48 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks available
Hand sanitiser provided
Individually wrapped food options available for breakfast, lunch and dinner
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Social Eatery and Bar

Things to do

  • 18 holes of golf
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bike rentals

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Library
  • No lifts

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms - 2

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (select rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Beach towels
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Renovated entire property – October 2018
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Bathroom (partially open)
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

Outdoor space

  • Deck or patio

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Local maps
  • Phone
  • Safe

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Knysna
Guest rating 4+
Guest rating 4+
Family-friendly
Family-friendly
Hotel
Hotel
Air conditioned
Air conditioned
4 star
4 star

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from July 1 2021 to September 1 2022 (dates subject to change):
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Fitness facilities

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at the time of service, check-in or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 850 per vehicle (roundtrip)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Hollow Estate Hotel
Hollow Estate Hotel Knysna Country
Knysna Country Hollow Estate
Knysna Hollow Country Estate
Knysna Hollow Country Estate Hotel
Hollow Country Estate Hotel
Hollow Country Estate
Knysna Hollow Hotel Knysna
Hollow Hotel Knysna
Knysna Hollow Estate Knysna
Knysna Hollow Country Estate Hotel
Knysna Hollow Country Estate Knysna
Knysna Hollow Country Estate Hotel Knysna

Overall score and ratings

4.3

Excellent

Rating 5 - Excellent. 41 out of 77 reviews
5 - Excellent 53%
Rating 4 - Good. 26 out of 77 reviews
4 - Good 34%
Rating 3 - Okay. 5 out of 77 reviews
3 - Okay 6%
Rating 2 - Poor. 2 out of 77 reviews
2 - Poor 3%
Rating 1 - Terrible. 3 out of 77 reviews
1 - Terrible 4%

4.3/5

Cleanliness

4.4/5

Staff & service

5.0/5

Amenities

4.2/5

Property conditions & facilities

4.7/5

Eco-friendliness
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5/5 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant location. Friendly staff and the most tranquil setting. Lovely place to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

5/5 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A place to be in Knysna
An absolutely memorable stay at Knysna Hollow Country Estate, recommended to those who like to stay in a calm, clean, well-located hotel while enjoying facilities. Personnel of hotel are really friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location, great service! Wonderful family getaway
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

5/5 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
10/10
Amazing venue and friendly staff. It was a fantastic pick.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect 10
Wow! Absolutely, fantastic stay. Nkosi and the whole Knysna Hollow Team made our experience perfect. The food was so incredibly good, the accommodations were clean and modern. There is nothing but praise for our stay. Thank you for a wonderful holiday!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

5/5 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was amazing. The rooms were bright, clean and spacious. The breakfast was excellent. Great location with a car. Beautiful setting and quiet. We hope to be back. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

5/5 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb in all ways - a must stay!
Knysna Hollow Park is a beautiful location. The level of quality of the rooms and service were second to none - the most beautiful accommodation we have stayed at during our South African holiday. Gardens were an absolute treat also.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

4/5 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

5/5 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019