Best Hotels in Knysna

Explore Knysna hotels and choose from 165 properties near landmarks, luxury hotels, and top boutiques for the best shopping and dining.

Pezula Nature Retreat
9.2 (65 reviews)

Pezula Nature Retreat ★★★★★

📍 Lagoon View Dr, Sparrebosch, Knysna

"Stay 10 out of 10 Food 10 out 10 Staff service 10 out 10 Views and Pools 10 out of 10 Was my Wifes birthday and we had a really nice time at Pezula Nature Retreat To all staff we will miss you and thanks for making us feel special in our stay. "

Issaquena Heights Boutique Hotel
8.4 (24 reviews)

Issaquena Heights Boutique Hotel ★★★★

📍 4 Bosbou St, Upper Central, Knysna

"The place and the view is amazing. 😊😊. Staff was super friendly. From our arrival, Nico was so welcoming and friendly , the housekeeping ladies were so so so sweet, rooms vert neat and classy. Thank you to Ntombi for giving us a tour around the restaurant and the outside area and also being the best waitress 👏👏. The food was superb... We are definitely coming back again "

Knysna Log-Inn Hotel
8.3 (67 reviews)

Knysna Log-Inn Hotel ★★★★

📍 16 Gray St, Knysna Central, Knysna

"I intend to visit this hotel in the near future. The hotel is near the different shopping centers and waterfront. "

The Lofts Boutique Hotel
9.1 (61 reviews)

The Lofts Boutique Hotel ★★★★

📍 Long St, Thesen Island, Knysna

"We have stayed here for three years in a row and each year we have increased our stay duration by a day. We now stay for four days and thoroughly enjoy the set up at the Lofts. All you need in terms of drinks and food are on hand in the hotel however there is a real openness to have the same at outlets in the immediate vicinity. This is largely achieved by the architecture of the historic building. Each time we arrive we find a new innovation: this years supply of bottles of Corona for sundown was much appreciated!"

St. James of Knysna
9.5 (59 reviews)

St. James of Knysna ★★★★★

📍 Point Close, Eastford St, Knysna

"Superb . The staff is friendly and efficient. The location is very convenient. The view of the Lagoon is the best and a free Boat ride. The Breakfast was good."

Thebloem Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection
9.9 (58 reviews)

Thebloem Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection ★★★★★

📍 10 Watsonia St, Paradise, Knysna

"We spent three nights in room 1 of this fabulous little guest house on a steep hill overlooking the knysna lagoon. Our room had a patio with two sun beds and two chairs and a table. The patio was next to the main one and not private and could be noisy at night when there were other guests back from dinner sitting outside. However the view was perfect and you could see the Knysna heads from your sun bed. Although the room could have been more comfortable ( a sofa instead of two modern chairs, more table space and a bathroom door that reached the floor!) the air conditioning worked well and the staff went over and above to make our stay perfect. They were incredibly attentive and tried to make sure we had everything we could need. Breakfast was amazing - they gave you whatever you wanted. There was complimentary tea and cake at the sister property every day between 4 and 5 and complimentary happy hour for drinks between 7 and 8 which was the perfect start to the evening. The staff cleaned the room while you were out, topped up the complimentary fruit bowl and left chocolates and an after dinner drink for you at turndown for when you returned from dinner. It is possible to walk down the hill into town and although we did walk back up once, a taxi or uber is more sensible! The owners were very friendly and I think they do an amazing job. We really enjoyed our stay and would thoroughly recommend this lovely boutique hotel."

Brenton on Sea Cottages
9.2 (50 reviews)

Brenton on Sea Cottages ★★★★

📍 242 State President C R Swart Rd, Brenton-on-Sea

"Our festive season at Brenton on Sea Cottages was truly a memorable experience. We were welcomed with warmth and care by both the management and the cleaning staff. We felt at home and well looked after throughout our stay. The cottages were spotless, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing environment. The surroundings are nothing short of breathtaking — a perfect blend of natural beauty and tranquillity. Waking up to such views and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere allowed us recharge. Overall, our stay was marked by cleanliness, exceptional service, and the kind of hospitality that makes you want to return December 2026. Brenton on Sea Cottages is a gem, and we left feeling refreshed, grateful, and already looking forward to our next visit."

Turbine Hotel & Spa
9.3 (52 reviews)

Turbine Hotel & Spa ★★★★★

📍 36 Sawtooth Ln, Thesen Island, Knysna

"This is one of the best stays we had in a very long time.Truly amazing The place.The people.The service . Outstanding!10/10"

Knysna Hollow Country Estate
9.2 (56 reviews)

Knysna Hollow Country Estate ★★★★

📍 5 Welbedacht Ln, Kanonkop, Knysna

"We have Been in South Africa a while now. This is by far the best hotel we have stayed in. Beautiful quiet setting. Great rooms. Amazing food and superb staff. We had a problem with our phone and somebody was here within about 30 seconds ! Ordered room Service food which back home in the uk would of been about 4 times the cost and a quarter of the quality. The food is absolutely superb. Everyone of the team here has been friendly smiley and helpful. I can’t recommend this place enough."

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Simbavati Fynbos on Sea Hotels in Knysna

Simbavati Fynbos on Sea

"Fynbos on Sea has a "Bistro" I say this lightly. Described over the phone to me as a Casual dining experience...comedic...I'll get to the 'menu' later. I planned a Valentine Lunch/Late lunch with my hubby on Sunday as our Valentines (we use it as anniversary) couldn't happen - we both were too busy, so in between I found the time to arrange a transfer who could make the latest arrival time I asked about and set by the 'Bistro' (I phoned thinking the Bistro is a full time restaurant) - 3pm- , stupidly unaware and NEVER MADE AWARE of the fact there was an 'emphasized by our waiter' UPON ARRIVAL (obviously feverishly anticipated) KITCHEN-STOPS-WORK time at 3pm and LOCK-SHOP at 4pm. Only an hour before our arrival I was phoned - still unaware of the closing time - REMINDING me that the kitchen closes at 3pm, which in most people's world means.....last orders can still be placed before 3pm. Therefor in order to save on "deciding on what to eat" time, I requested the menu be sent please, I could order over the phone in the car and they could start making it when we arrive? We weren't going for a T-Bone steak or anything that would take more than 15min. to make fresh. We were going for late Lunch, not dinner. Now I had seen pictures of the Lodge and Restaurant on the Net and it looked upmarket, that's how much I knew about what was about to hit me when the 'menu pic' arrived. Three items, two of them with V variations. Burger, Wrap, Pizza, Dessert cup....that was it! One page in a Flip hardcover file menu. And a good assortment of at least 5 pages of drinks. None of these dishes take more than max 15 min. to freshly make...correct me if I'm wrong? One man doing the job. I figured that would be the case on arrival, worst case..... I've never been to Fynbos on Sea, I've only seen the advert when driving through Sedge. When I noticed the sign post and noted it a week before Valentines, thinking it's close, we could stay there even for the night, a solution to our schedule, to get away , eventhough we stay in the most magnificent location in Wilderness, on die Duin. A view over Gericke's might be a change as opposed to Wilderness beach. Weighing it I Eventually decided just a meal at Simbavati, Fynbos on Sea Bistro might also be fine. I was wrong. The MCC was on the table, waiting. The Burgers were brought virtually as we sat down. It was cold, had been made probably the hour of their first phone call to me. Patty was thick in depth but small in circumference, hard, dry ....in a tin plate with a thumbsize bowl of garlic mayo. Fries were cold R150 per Burger R150! daylight....!, Pizza was medium at R120 (shy of 30cm in length absolutely half that in width)....perhaps the BUSH experience they were after. The building matched the plates. The view was oookkaayish with patch windows in the way - you don't actually look out over Gericke's - the dessert cup/jar was caterers icecream....I could go on.....Positively Not the Simbavati experience I was hop"

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Pezula Nature Retreat ★★★★★
"I travelled with a group of golfing friends and stayed in Room 16 from 10 to 14 April 2026. We all thoroughly enjoyed visiting Knysna in general and Pezula in particular. As a returning guest, I noticed management's attention to detail and dedication to maintenance (well done!). It is always great to see so many familiar friendly faces among the staff, which shows that they are well trained and properly looked after. Pezula remains a world-class golfing destination with plenty on offer for non-golfers too. The hotel runs like a well-oiled machine while still retaining a personal touch... and nothing beats those views! A massive thanks to Reinhardt and his team for another wonderful stay. We'll definitely be back soon."
★★★★★
2026-04-17
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Issaquena Heights Boutique Hotel ★★★★
"the place is GREAT! The manager is so friendly and helpful. Our room was so lovely and spacious. The breakfast was superb. The pool looked great too but it was cold so we didn't get a chance to go in. The manager helped us with recommendations which was super helpful. There's free parking and great security."
★★★★★
2024-03-10
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Knysna Log-Inn Hotel ★★★★
"we stayed only overnight first time but we will be back next time.overwhole it was a very enjoyable stay."
★★★★★
2026-02-25
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The Lofts Boutique Hotel ★★★★
"Absolutely lovely Hotel. Clever modern conversion of an old building. Very cool and very ‘hip’. Rooms spacious comfortable spotlessly clean and well equipped. The restaurant was good too. Easily the best of those nearby. Some really nice touches for guests (complementary water and beer, games, library and knitting!) Staff were first class. Friendly helpful and polite."
★★★★★
2025-05-06
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St. James of Knysna ★★★★★
"WE had the luck that we could stay four nights in this fantastic hotel. The location of the hotel directly at the lagoon is extraordinary. The view from the balcony of our room ofer the lagoon was amaizing. The hosptiality was great. The staff always very helpful and super friendly. We felt better than home ;-) This will be dfeinetly our stay when we come back to Knysna"
★★★★★
2025-04-01
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Thebloem Guest Suites by Knysna Paradise Collection ★★★★★
"What a pearl! Thebloem Guest Suites was clearly the best guest house we stayed at for a long time. Beautiful rooms, amazing location and amazing personell. Especially Jossy who is an absolute star! We will clearly come back to Thebloem Guest Suites"
★★★★★
2025-12-26
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Brenton on Sea Cottages ★★★★
"The place is extremely clean and ver welcoming. I will recommend to anyone. the pkace is so serene. the quietness gives peace. The resturant where we had dinner was the best thus far. i will most defenetly visit again with my family."
★★★★★
2025-12-11
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Turbine Hotel & Spa ★★★★★
"I usually stay at the the hotel on business travel and I always receive a warm welcome. Staff know me and they make provision if I need to check in either a bit earlier or check out later."
★★★★★
2026-06-03
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Knysna Hollow Country Estate ★★★★
"After staying at disappointing lodgings in Montagu the previous 2 nights we almost cried with joy when we arrived here. Lovely gardens, a spacious and comfortable room and very friendly staff. We dined at the restaurant both nights and enjoyed the experience along with the service. Only negative is that our room (8) did have a bit of road noise in the mornings so try and avoid that side if possible. Putting that aside we would certainly stay here again if visiting Knysna"
★★★★★
2025-08-01

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CAD 241

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