What is Thesen Island like?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Knysna's Thesen Island neighbourhood. Are you looking for Thesen Island travel tips? Make sure that you visit Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite place to stay in Thesen Island?

Based on our traveller data, Turbine Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay in Thesen Island. This hotel offers a marina and a full-service spa. Another good option for your stay in the area is The Lofts Boutique Hotel .

How many hotels will I be able to find in Thesen Island?

Expedia has 9 Thesen Island hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Knysna area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Thesen Island, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Thesen Island.

What can I see and do in this Knysna neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Thesen Island with a visit to Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park. A visit to The Motorcycle Room is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Knysna Waterfront, Knysna Quays and Featherbed Boat Cruises are just a few of the places to visit in and around Thesen Island. Bollard Bay and Pledge Nature Reserve are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Knysna.

The Best Hotels in Thesen Island, Knysna - 2026 Updated Prices

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A waterfront property with docked boats, a marina, and industrial buildings with chimneys.

1. Turbine Hotel and Spa

Thesen Island

Gregory

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a reception desk.

2. Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

Knysna Central, 0.6 mi from Thesen Island

Jonna

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a large arched window. There are several seating areas with tables and chairs.

3. Knysna Log-Inn Hotel

Knysna Central, 0.9 mi from Thesen Island

Harsha

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.

4. Aestas Bed & Breakfast

1.1 mi from Thesen Island

Esther

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A wooden pier with a seafood platter, champagne, and glasses of wine.

5. Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

0.8 mi from Thesen Island

Anonymous traveller

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern house with a rooftop pool overlooking a bay with boats and hills.

6. Issaquena Heights Boutique Hotel

1.2 mi from Thesen Island

Bill

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A table with fruit, vegetables, and bread by a window overlooking a cityscape.

7. Guinea Fowl Lodge

1.2 mi from Thesen Island

Desiree

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

8. aha The Rex Hotel

1.3 mi from Thesen Island

"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

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and large windows offering views of a grassy field.

9. Oyster Creek Lodge

2.3 mi from Thesen Island

Tadashi

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

10. Chez Pierre

1.4 mi from Thesen Island

Mary

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A modern two-story building with a large entrance, outdoor seating area, and a central water feature.

11. Knysna Hollow Country Estate

2.4 mi from Thesen Island

Chanel

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A coastal hotel with a view of the ocean, outdoor seating, and a stone facade.

12. Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

2.3 mi from Thesen Island

Simon

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

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

13. Pezula Nature Retreat

2.4 mi from Thesen Island

bharat

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a stone building in the background.

14. Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House

2.4 mi from Thesen Island

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas overlooking a scenic landscape.

15. Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

3.6 mi from Thesen Island

Ibrahima

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, and a view of the sea and hills.

16. Phoenix Lodge and Waterside Accommodation

Paradise, 1.6 mi from Thesen Island

Richard

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

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

17. Crown on the heads

2.2 mi from Thesen Island

Mmabatho

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A spacious living room with a sofa, coffee table, and entertainment unit, featuring large windows and a balcony.

18. Pezula Sunny Tranquility CM4

2.6 mi from Thesen Island

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A stone building with a balcony overlooking the ocean.

19. Buccara Noetzie - Pezula Castle

4.5 mi from Thesen Island

St. John

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hotel room with a sofa, a bedside table with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

20. Enon Heights 5-Star Luxury Stay

3.4 mi from Thesen Island

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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Where to stay in Thesen Island

Find the best Thesen Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Waterfront

Unique features of Waterfront include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Knysna Quays or Knysna Waterfront while you're exploring the area.

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A marina with boats docked, a bridge, and buildings along the waterfront.

Knysna Central

While visiting Knysna Central, you might make a stop by sights like Knysna Quays and Knysna Waterfront.

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A residential area with a swimming pool, houses, and a view of a bay with boats.

Paradise

Paradise is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Knysna Lagoon and Garden Route National Park.

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Rexford

While Rexford isn't home to many top sights, Knysna Golf Club and Leisure Isle are some notable places to visit nearby.

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A coastal landscape with a church, dense greenery, and a clear blue sky.

Belvidere

Travellers like the restaurants in Belvidere, and Knysna Lagoon is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Top Thesen Island 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

"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 clean and has excellent security! We would absolutely stay here again."

Turbine Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was incredible. The location is excellent, the hotel itself is quite interesting and there are many places to explore, the food and drink were excellent - as were the staff who provided them, the room was remarkable. This is a must-stay hotel if you are considering staying in the area. I would return in a heartbeat if travels bring me there - and I would bring as many as I could."

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Our top choices for Thesen Island hotels

1. Turbine Hotel and Spa

2. Protea Hotel by Marriott Knysna Quays

3. Knysna Log-Inn Hotel

4. Aestas Bed & Breakfast

5. Premier Resort The Moorings, Knysna

6. Issaquena Heights Boutique Hotel

7. Guinea Fowl Lodge

8. aha The Rex Hotel

9. Oyster Creek Lodge

10. Chez Pierre

11. Knysna Hollow Country Estate

12. Brenton Haven Beachfront Resort

13. Pezula Nature Retreat

14. Narnia Luxury Self Catering Guest House

15. Simola Hotel, Country Club & Spa

16. Phoenix Lodge and Waterside Accommodation

17. Crown on the heads

18. Pezula Sunny Tranquility CM4

19. Buccara Noetzie - Pezula Castle

20. Enon Heights 5-Star Luxury Stay

Where to stay in Thesen Island

Waterfront

Knysna Central

Paradise

Rexford

Belvidere

Top Thesen Island Hotel Reviews

Sky Villa Boutique Hotel

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