Title: Fairy Knowe 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) # Fairy Knowe Hotel Hotel in Wilderness with bars/lounges and coffee shop/cafe ![Sports facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1560000/1556600/1556546/432380c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bars/lounges, poolside bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1560000/1556600/1556546/e7a8692b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1560000/1556600/1556546/f03aefbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1560000/1556600/1556546/ab43dc0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1560000/1556600/1556546/df72011d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Fairy Knowe Hotel offers a peaceful rural retreat where guests can unwind by the outdoor pool or enjoy drinks at one of two bars. The property provides WiFi for staying connected, a garden for exploring, and an outdoor tennis court for active moments. 6.8 ## Popular amenities - Room service - Bar - Pool - Breakfast available - Housekeeping - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 14 - Oct 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=1556546&PinnedHotelID=1556546&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=1556546&PinnedHotelID=1556546&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 15 - Oct 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=1556546&PinnedHotelID=1556546&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=1556546&PinnedHotelID=1556546&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=1556546&PinnedHotelID=1556546&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=1556546&PinnedHotelID=1556546&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=1556546&PinnedHotelID=1556546&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=1556546&PinnedHotelID=1556546&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1560000/1556600/1556546/084b7cab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### In House Standard Family Room ### Highlights TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - 32 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Lake view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1560000/1556600/1556546/d24bbb08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### In House Standard Double Room ### Highlights TV Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - 22 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1560000/1556600/1556546/88d0cfc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Rondavel ### Highlights TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - 33 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Lagoon view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Double Rondavel | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1560000/1556600/1556546/0af5d0f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Rondavel ### Highlights TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Partial lake view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Riverside Twin | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1560000/1556600/1556546/2ebbd4af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Riverside Twin ### Highlights TV Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - 21 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Lagoon view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Riverside Double | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1560000/1556600/1556546/267d2252.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Riverside Double ### Highlights TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - 31 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Lagoon view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Classic Double Room, River View | 1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1560000/1556600/1556546/264e10cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room, River View ### Highlights TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - 11 sq ft - River view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double 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%2FWilderness-Hotels-Fairy-Knowe-Hotel.h1556546.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWilderness-Hotels-Fairy-Knowe-Hotel.h1556546.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-33.99408%2C22.60104&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-z4pHqnOgjoOainTGcQBKVguAtA=) Dumbleton Road, Wilderness, Western Cape, 6560 #### What's nearby - Wilderness National Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Wilderness Lagoon - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles - Garden Route Trail - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles - Map of Africa View Point - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles - Victoria Bay Beach - 14 min drive - 6.7 miles #### Getting around - George (GRJ) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive - ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Girls - ‬4 min drive - ‪Wimpy - ‬14 min drive - ‪ilali Restaurant - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### Fairy Knowe Hotel Hotel in a rural location A poolside bar, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Fairy Knowe Hotel. In addition to a garden and 2 bars, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court and luggage storage - Barbecues, meeting rooms and a front desk safe Room features All guest rooms at Fairy Knowe Hotel include amenities, such as room service. Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries - Electric kettles and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6270000/6267800/6267784/793cc8ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dolphin Dunes Guest House Wilderness Beach - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews £101 includes taxes & fees 15 Oct - 16 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=6267784&PinnedHotelID=6267784&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 75 for adults and ZAR 45 for children - 2 bars/lounges - A coffee shop/cafe - A poolside bar - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Outdoor pool - Outdoor tennis court ### Family friendly - Outdoor pool - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - 2 floors - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Limited room service ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 75 for adults and from ZAR 45 for children 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 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 This property does not have any lifts No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Fairy Knowe Fairy Knowe Hotel Fairy Knowe Hotel Wilderness Fairy Knowe Wilderness Fairy Knowe Hotel Hotel Fairy Knowe Hotel Wilderness Fairy Knowe Hotel Hotel Wilderness ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Fairy Knowe Hotel have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Fairy Knowe Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Fairy Knowe Hotel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Fairy Knowe Hotel? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Fairy Knowe Hotel? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Where is Fairy Knowe Hotel located? > Situated in a rural location, this hotel is steps away from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Wilderness National Park. Half Collared Kingfisher Trail and Garden Route National Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Fairy Knowe Hotel Reviews 6.8 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 7.2 Staff & service ### 5.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6/10 Okay #### Danial Ronald 8 May 2016 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### A tired old lady First stay at the Fairy Knowe Hotel after 38 years. Lovely to be back in Wilderness the place of my birth 61 years ago in 1955. So the visit was a walk down memory lane in the presence of my oldest brother. Also had an opportunity to visit a project at a primary school in an impoverished part of Hoekwil that is being supported by the Rotary Club of George. Wonderful community service by local Rotarians. Back to Fairy Knowe Hotel. The hotel is a tired old lady and in need of a make-over or an upgrade. Informed a refurbishment exercise has started and saw evidence thereof. Generally the stay was pleasant although the breakfast was a let down. For example other than bland watermelon and peeled citrus no fresh fruit. ##### Danial Ronald ### 6/10 Okay #### Reshen 27 Mar 2020 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### disappointing stay Place is more of a lodge than a hotel. Needs some maintenance... especially the bathrooms, did not feel comfortable! However nice garden setting. Also, I made a booking for 4 rooms to sleep a total of 9 adults and 3 kids two months prior which was paid for already. On the day of my check in I get called so say that I still have to pay for the kids!!! Felt like i was being held to ransom! ##### Reshen Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020 ### 4/10 Poor #### Craig 28 Feb 2020 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Disappointing My room was much more "basic" than I expected from the pictures, and definitely not worth 3-stars as advertised. The hotel had no hot water during my stay, and I wasn't told that at check-in, they waited for me to discover it myself. Breakfast was good, but I won't be going back. ##### Craig Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Mr L R 27 Dec 2019 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Average hotel stay Very run down but huge potential ##### Mr L R Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Nicholas 14 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Happy at Fairy Knowe Enjoy my stay at Fairy Knowe. Lovely atmosphere and conveniently situated for my purposes. Great breakfast! ##### Nicholas Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Danny 8 Oct 2019 Liked: Staff & service ##### Danny Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Lise 22 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Lise Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Pam 17 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Inpressed We enjoyed our overnight stay on the way home. Very impressed with the breakfast, overall good value ##### Pam Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Angus 2 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Good budget hotel with nice breakfast. WIFI is poor. ##### Angus Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Michael 2 Jul 2019 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great for a quick stay! Beautiful location, rooms a bit dated, could have been cleaner, also they were very cold at night. Breakfast was a bit lacking in terms of quality, but was sufficient. The guy who checked us in could have been more welcoming, but the lady who did the checkout was lovely. ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Mark 12 Jun 2019 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort If the manager on duty the evening I booked in, could smile, I felt so unwelcome. At morning breakfast, I got the same cold reception from the lady doing the breakfast. Never again will you see me. ##### Mark Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 5 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Worth a Visit. Staff were very pleasant and accommodating. The building is a bit aged as are some of the rooms, but it is a known historical hotel in the area so this was expected. The Rooms are clean and serviced daily though which was more important to us. Breakfast was great. Area is amazing. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 4 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities All in all very nice accommodation! Especially the free use of the canoes is unique ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Helen 12 Nov 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Budget hotel with potential. This hotel is good for a budget traveller, very basic and value. We were in family room in main building which was tired and a bit drab. Restaurant was excellent value and the wait staff were lovely. Place needs some investment, location fantastic. ##### Helen ### 6/10 Okay #### Craig 14 Sept 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice location but dated room The room was spacious with a balcony looking over the river. The hotel also had canoes free of charge to rent. Sadly the room was dated and smelt very musty though...really in need of a revamp. There was also no heater so we were a little chilly at night. ##### Craig ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Palace-Of-The-Lost-City-At-Sun-City-Resort.h392096.Hotel-Information) > > [Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Touws-River-Hotels-Aquila-Private-Game-Reserve-Spa.h6347327.Hotel-Information) > > [Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Kwa-Maritane-Bush-Lodge.h526966.Hotel-Information) > > [Sebatana Private Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vaalwater-Hotels-Sebatana-Private-Reserve.h32459379.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cascades Hotel at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Cascades-Hotel-At-Sun-City-Resort.h9515.Hotel-Information) > > [Glen Afric Country Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broederstroom-Hotels-Glen-Afric-Country-Lodge.h27136993.Hotel-Information) > > [Gondwana Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mossel-Bay-Hotels-Gondwana-Game-Reserve.h4145102.Hotel-Information) > > [Woodbury Tented Camp - Amakhala Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sidbury-Hotels-Woodbury-Tented-Camp-Amakhala-Game-Reserve.h9642577.Hotel-Information) > > [Botlierskop Private Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Klein-Brak-River-Hotels-Botlierskop-Private-Game-Reserve.h2991039.Hotel-Information) > > [Mabula Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bela-Bela-Hotels-Mabula-Game-Lodge.h1559026.Hotel-Information) > > [Tsala Treetop Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Plettenberg-Bay-Hotels-Tsala-Treetop-Lodge.h1030430.Hotel-Information) > > [Paternoster Dunes Boutique Guesthouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paternoster-Hotels-Paternoster-Dunes-Boutique-Guesthouse.h31911613.Hotel-Information) > > [Kwa Maritane Self-Catering Chalets](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Kwa-Maritane-Self-Catering-Chalets.h22471915.Hotel-Information) > > [Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Breede-River-Hotels-Inverdoorn-Private-Game-Reserve.h3131643.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Polokwane](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Polokwane-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Polokwane.h17771611.Hotel-Information) > > [Hartford House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mooirivier-Hotels-Hartford-House.h27344764.Hotel-Information) > > [Ivory Tree Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Ivory-Tree-Game-Lodge.h5994597.Hotel-Information) > > [Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenton-On-Sea-Hotels-Kariega-Game-Reserve-Main-Lodge.h4576469.Hotel-Information) > > [Margate Beach Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Margate-Hotels-Margate-Beach-Club.h9458217.Hotel-Information) > > [Lush Private Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Lush-Private-Lodge.h24940930.Hotel-Information) > > [Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vaalwater-Hotels-Mhondoro-Safari-Lodge-Villa.h11522151.Hotel-Information) > > [Vuyani River Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Vuyani-Tented-Camp-All-Inclusive.h57157744.Hotel-Information) > > [Vuyani Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Vuyani-Safari-Lodge-All-Inclusive.h36961786.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cabanas Hotel at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Cabanas-Hotel-At-Sun-City-Resort.h9459.Hotel-Information) > > [Sanbona Wildlife Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barrydale-Hotels-Sanbona-Wildlife-Reserve.h1155735.Hotel-Information) > > [Garden Route Game Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Albertinia-Hotels-Garden-Route-Game-Lodge.h2917158.Hotel-Information) > > [Pumba Private Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Grahamstown-Hotels-Pumba-Private-Game-Reserve.h2319463.Hotel-Information) > > [Tshukudu Bush Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Tshukudu-Bush-Lodge.h1201423.Hotel-Information) > > [Sun City Hotel and Casino](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-Soho-Hotel-Casino-At-Sun-City-Resort.h527184.Hotel-Information) > > [The Oyster Box](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Umhlanga-Hotels-The-Oyster-Box.h2939964.Hotel-Information)