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Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with full-service spa and golf course

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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Breakfast and dinner served
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Gym
The current price is £153
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May

Room options

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Executive Suite - Two Bedroom | Living area | Plasma TV, fireplace, DVD player

Executive Suite - Two Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 1561 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Luxury Suite - One Bedroom | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Luxury Suite - One Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 1292 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
No. 1 Old Cape Road, Knysna, Western Cape, 6570

What's nearby

  • Simola Golf Course - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Knysna Waterfront - 15 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Knysna Quays - 15 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Thesen Island - 15 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Knysna Lagoon - 19 min drive - 7.6 miles

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snobs Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪African Bean - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Persello's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Farm - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lunar Cafe - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

Luxury boutique hotel near Knysna Waterfront
Located close to Knysna Lagoon and Thesen Island, Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa provides a golf course, a poolside bar and a terrace. Tee up with amenities, such as a driving range and golf lessons, at this hotel. Indulge in aromatherapy, a body treatment and a massage at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Orchid Room Restaurant, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a local area shuttle and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Tour/ticket information, smoke-free property and laundry services
Room features
All 80 rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and fireplaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and bidets
  • Plasma TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
  • Balconies, kitchenettes and fridges

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, Portuguese, Xhosa

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 170 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Club Café
  • Orchid Room Restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Free cot
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 170 per person

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 major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility

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

Simola Country Club
Simola Country Club Knysna
Simola Hotel
Simola Hotel Country Club
Simola Hotel Country Club Knysna
Simola Hotel Country Club Spa
Simola Hotel, & Spa Knysna
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa Hotel
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa Knysna
Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa Hotel Knysna

Frequently asked questions

Does Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa?

As of 30 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa on 9 May 2025 start from £152.55, 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 Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa located?

Situated in Knysna, this luxury hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Knysna Waterfront, Thesen Island and Knysna Lagoon. Knysna Golf Club and Leisure Isle are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 149 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gert

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

Indoor pool

Great hotel with nice food and indoor pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful view over Knysna and the golf course. Exceptionally comfortable and excellent and varied breakfast. Good dinner menu too. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simola in Knysna offers an exceptional experience, combining stunning hillside views of the Knysna lagoon with luxurious, spacious rooms and impeccable service. The property features world-class facilities, including a golf course and spa with a sauna and a heated pool, making it perfect for both relaxation and recreation. Dining is a highlight, with a fantastic menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner and breathtaking scenery as the backdrop.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! I really enjoyed the property and the food!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible views and staff. A wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast not Halaal friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ibrahima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic time

The best place in Knysna. The view, the space of the apartment and the service are excellent. The only thing that the there is no slippers, no bathrobe, no iron and iron board (unless you request), the quality of soap and shampoo is bad. However overall it is fantastic and worth
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Mitja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Alisdair

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simola is dining out on past glories and the impeccable golf course. The hotel needs a little bit more than TLC, maybe a bit of a refurb, and then a good cleaning and maintenance regime to keep it up to a high standard. Our room was large, spacious and offered great views, that’s where the good ended. The carpets were stained. The patio doors had seen better days, with window gasket coming out, a glazing unit had failed. The shutters had chips. The shower had black mould in the tile grout and the shower head had not been cleaned in forever. In the lounge area of our room, we put on the fire to help with the cooler spring night but the smell of the gas was too strong from the burning flame we had to put it out. We used the spa, and as the heated pool was a little too chilly for us, we decided to go in the sauna (which was of a brilliant temperature) but as we went to sit down noticed a nail sticking up and a screw sticking out. We reported this to the spa reception who never seem overly concerned but said they would ask maintenance to check it. The windows in the spa offer great views but again could do with a good clean. We ate dinner at the hotel and the bar and restaurant staff were very nice, helpful and attentive. The food was okay (we had Thai Green Curry). Breakfast was okay too and our soft poached eggs came exactly how we ordered them. The only issue was the door to the balcony being open letting the smokers air to come in as we dined. Don’t stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alvin

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

10/10 Excellent

KHALED

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christoph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wunderschön gelegen mit Aussicht auf die Knysna-Bay. Und der Golfplatz gehört für mich zu den schönsten der Welt.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Hannah

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

MISS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rinat

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

MISS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

WY

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

Golf Getaway

We enjoyed the golf, facilities, views, bird life, clean air and insect sounds. Overall fantastic place to stay. Will definitely return. Areas for improvement- bedroom did not have wifi connection. Need recycling bins and full smart tv options. Twice food for room service was cold.
View from patio !
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

CHRISTINE

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a pleasant stay at Simola because the staff is friendly and professional. The hotel also provides with many amenities (golf, spa, indoor and outdoor pools, restaurants, bar, a few activities) so it's very convenient. The suites are spacious and the views were gorgeous. The breakfast is very good, rich, complete. However, we regret the cleaning wasn't up to the standards of the hotel and renowned golf course. Also the outdoor pool isn't heated though we couldn't enjoy it because it was too chilly, it's a shame for such a big hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joao

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

A hidden gem

The experience from beginning to end was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021