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The apartment comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with pool views. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some chocolates or cookies. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Everything was beyond perfect during our stay. We got all the instructions from the host to collect the keys, hence our arrival was very smooth. The room exceeded our expectations, it was really perfect in every details. Bed was super comfortable, they have netflix service, a generator which made our stay super comfortable even during load shedding and last but not least, an amazing shower. Moreover there is a coffee place/restaurant in the same building so everything was super functional. Super recommended.

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9.1
Superb
202 reviews
Price from
£45
per night

The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with pool views. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some chocolates or cookies.

One of the best equipped and best value properties we’ve ever stayed in! Great facilities (and selection of teas and coffees!) provide all you'll need for a comfortable stay whatever the Knysna weather. Situated close to town and the main N2 it’s tranquil and complete. Patrick is on hand for any assistance. Very highly recommended.

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9.4
Superb
121 reviews
Price from
£50
per night

The spacious homestay has a flat-screen TV. Guests can take in the views of the garden from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. The homestay offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service.

Michelle was very friendly, welcoming, and helpful. She gave us good advice on where to go for views, birds, and to eat. The guest room was on one side of the house with that portion of the balcony available for use. The rate for the room was very good in comparison to other places we stayed while in South Africa.

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9.1
Superb
166 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with sea views. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the patio, which also has outdoor furniture. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Communication was great, Propperty exceeded our expectation and would love to return for a longer stay

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9
Superb
101 reviews
Price from
£86
per night

The accommodation comes with a TV and a private bathroom with bidet, shower and bathrobes, while the kitchenette features a microwave, a fridge and a minibar. Some units feature a balcony and/or a patio with mountain or lake views. At the guest house, certain units are equipped with a kettle and wine or champagne.

An amazing place to stay in Knysna. The view from our room was outstanding. Wendy is an awesome manageress and hostess- she is so personable and so intent on making each of her guests feel at home. We cannot wait to return to this gem in Knysna.

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9.5
Exceptional
242 reviews
Price from
£68
per night

The White House is situated in Knysna and has a pool with a view and pool views. The property features garden and city views, and is less than 1 km from Coney Glen Beach. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

Panoramic view of Knysna. Private. Large room. Shower + Bath. Balcony access. Lovely Pool downstairs.

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9.2
Superb
113 reviews
Price from
£95
per night

Situated in Knysna and with Simola Golf and Country Estate reachable within 5.5 km, Hudson Manor - Entabeni, Knysna features express check-in and check-out, soundproof rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and an open-air bath. Featuring full-day security, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. The bed and breakfast has family rooms and facilities for disabled guests.

This place is stunning. The views across Knysna are incredible, we felt very welcomed and safe. Simply beautiful.

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9.4
Superb
107 reviews
Price from
£97
per night

Situated in Knysna and only 5.7 km from Knysna Heads, Lagoon View Cottage features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property has lake and garden views, and is 6.7 km from Pezula Golf Club. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the homestay's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax.

Location and view. Access to montane forest, beaches, fynbos. Very nice town, Knysna. The hosts were very kind and friendly..lots of birds and butterflies.

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9.1
Superb
151 reviews
Price from
£47
per night

Featuring garden views, Glenview Heads Apartments offers accommodation with patio, around 700 metres from Coney Glen Beach. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

the property was so beautiful with a view of the gorgeous mountains of Knysna! hosts were amazing and so accommodating to our needs. would definitely go back and highly recommend!

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9.1
Superb
919 reviews
Price from
£64
per night

Chez Pierre in Knysna features free bikes and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Among the various facilities are a garden and a terrace. The guest house features a shared lounge.

At the guest house, every room has a desk and a flat-screen TV. Chez Pierre provides certain units with mountain views, and all rooms are fitted with a coffee machine. All guest rooms have a private bathroom.

We loved how peaceful, friendly and happy Chez Pierre guest house felt.❤️

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9.7
Exceptional
367 reviews
Price from
£78
per night

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  • Turbine Hotel & Spa
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,069 reviews

    This former power station is located in Knysna and offers sunny suites with an iPod docking station and views of the Knysna Lagoon. The spacious sun deck comes with an outdoor pool.

    Thoroughly enjoyed all meals, the whole stay was exceptional

  • Castle On The Heads
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 117 reviews

    Featuring sea views, Castle On The Heads offers accommodation with balcony, around 1 km from Coney Glen Beach. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    No real choice but the food presented was excellent.

  • Friendz Guesthouse
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 260 reviews

    Located within 5.8 km of Knysna Heads and 6.8 km of Pezula Golf Club in Knysna, Friendz Guesthouse features accommodation with seating area.

    The host and staff were so helpful and accommodating

  • bWhale guest house
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 106 reviews

    Set just 4.4 km from Pezula Golf Club, bWhale guest house offers accommodation in Knysna with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

    - amazing breakfast - friendly hosts - clean - great location

  • Somervreug Guesthouse
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 246 reviews

    Offering a bar and city view, Somervreug Guesthouse is set in Knysna, 6.8 km from Knysna Forest and 8.5 km from Knysna Heads.

    The room The view from the room The pool area The staff

  • One on Bollard
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 248 reviews

    Set in Knysna, 30 metres from Bollard Bay Beach, One on Bollard offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a bar and a shared lounge.

    Exceptionally clean, friendly staff, great location

  • Knysna Pearl View Guest House
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 436 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Knysna Pearl View Guest House offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a bar, around a few steps from Knysna Heads.

    Great room, with amazing views across the sea and lagoon.

  • Knys-to-stay
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 324 reviews

    Situated in Knysna, 600 metres from Feathers Gallery, Knys-to-stay features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking. All rooms have a flat-screen TV, fridge and microwave.

    The property was clean and the staff were friendly.

These rooms in Knysna have options with FREE cancellation

  • Pezula Magic Escape - Guest House - No Loadshedding
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 101 reviews

    Offering a terrace and garden view, Pezula Magic Escape - Guest House - No Loadshedding is situated in Knysna, 2.7 km from Sparrebosch Beach and 1.1 km from Pezula Golf Club.

    Amazing hostess and such a beautiful, comfortable space!

  • 210 Gallery Luxury Studio Apartment
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 202 reviews

    Set in the centre of Knysna, 6.7 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate and 7.1 km from Knysna Forest, 210 Gallery Luxury Studio Apartment offers air conditioning.

    The fact that everything was clear and understandable

  • The Garden on Phantom - "Off the grid"
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 121 reviews

    Offering garden views, The Garden on Phantom - "Off the grid" is an accommodation situated in Knysna, 6 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate and 6.5 km from Knysna Forest.

    The rooms were very clean and the beds were comfortable.

  • 9 Summerplace
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 101 reviews

    Situated 6.1 km from Simola Golf and Country Estate and 6.5 km from Knysna Forest in the centre of Knysna, 9 Summerplace features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    everything. Best family environment away from home!!!

  • Armadillo Studios
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 199 reviews

    Located within 5.1 km of Pezula Golf Club and 5.3 km of Knysna Heads in Knysna, Armadillo Studios features accommodation with seating area.

    Lovely apartment, beautiful garden and amazing staff

  • Bollard Bay House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 264 reviews

    Perfectly set in Knysna, Bollard Bay House offers luxury accommodation alongside the Knysna River. The house has an outdoor pool and a bar.

    The location was lovely - right on the lagoon. There we two swimming pools on site too.

  • Strode House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 125 reviews

    Situated high up on the ridge, Strode House offers magnificent views of the Knysna lagoon, the famous Knysna Heads, forests and Outiniqua Mountain Range. It features a private pool with hot tub.

    everything about it especially the pool and Jacuzzi

  • Tides End Manor House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 107 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool, Tides End Manor House is located in Knysna. The accommodation will provide you with 7 en suite bedrooms with showers.

    The property is spacious and exactly like the photos

Highly rated rooms in Knysna

  • Lagoon View Cottage
    8.0+ review score
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 151 reviews

    Situated in Knysna and only 5.7 km from Knysna Heads, Lagoon View Cottage features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Location, view, own parking, hosts, cottage, supplies.

  • Glenview Heads Apartments
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 920 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Glenview Heads Apartments offers accommodation with patio, around 700 metres from Coney Glen Beach.

    Everything was stunning and facility was great Thanks

  • Laguna Grove 14
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 247 reviews

    Well situated in the centre of Knysna, Laguna Grove 14 is a recently renovated apartment, which offers free WiFi, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive.

    Excellent view. Great communication with the owner

  • Waterfront - Knysna Quays Accommodation
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 695 reviews

    Set in Knysna in the Western Cape Region, 4.4 km from Knysna Forest, Waterfront, Knysna Quays Accommodation features a barbecue and views of the river.

    Beautiful, well equipped apartment. Lovely view from lounge

  • Head over Hills
    8.0+ review score
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 151 reviews

    Head over Hills is an exclusive retreat in Knysna. Set on the jagged edge of the famous rocky cliffs of the Knysna Heads, this well-appointed guest house has a heated swimming pool.

    The staff there is very friendly and always helping

  • 6 On Protea
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 183 reviews

    Featuring panoramic views of Knysna Lagoon as well as the Heads, 6 On Protea is located along the Garden Route, just a 5-minute drive from the Knysna town centre.

    Great comfortable stay, good views and lovely staff.

  • Beacon House
    8.0+ review score
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 143 reviews

    Beacon House is located on the Eastern Head of the Knysna Heads within a few metres of the Knysna Lagoon and 10 km from the centre of Knysna.

    Amarille is just the perfect host, very thoughful.

  • Alexander Guest House
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 310 reviews

    The luxurious, 5-star Alexander Guest House offers individually designed rooms and suites. A spacious sun terrace offers guests a place to relax beside the outdoor pool.

    Welcome and friendliness great Breakfast excellent

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Rooms that guests love in Knysna

  • Avg. price/night: £217.73
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 75 reviews
    Professional, warm, and super accommodating staff who went above and beyond to assist with several requests - from restaurant bookings to taxi services, special dietary requirements, and more. Special mention to Liesl and Rico. Stayed in the penthouse suites - superb views over the lagoon; suites are spacious, comfortable, and clean. Complimentary drinks from the mini bar are a nice touch and the gin cocktails mixed by Rico were an added treat. Yay for the staff who found medication I had misplaced and returned it to my room.
    veronica
    Family with young children
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 97 reviews
    Magnificient lagoon and the Heads view from the lounge and balcony. Spacious bedrooms, fully kitted kitchen with washing machine and dish washer. Comfortable like home away from home.
    Peter King Hong Chong
    Family with young children
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 73 reviews
    Was spacious cosy 1 bedroom Unit. Loved the balcony and privacy of the Unit.
    Chery
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £73.15
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 413 reviews
    Beautiful room very welcoming staff & delicious food 😋 Attention to detail was so nice, flowers and chocolates at check in . Stunning flower arrangements from the garden and very spacious accommodation, with a lovely private terrace. Easy to walk into Knysna Town a 10 min walk
    Michelle
    Family with young children
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 107 reviews
    very big apartment with 6 bedrooms (each en suit) a big kitchen and a huge living area, BBQ, terrace, pool. The two bedrooms upstairs have a wonderful view towards the river and there is even a big balcony. The host had great recommendations (fish, hikes, …). There is also a housekeeper which helps cleaning and comes in every day. She also did our laundry. We will definitely come again!! Best price-performance ratio!!
    Melina
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £81.75
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 310 reviews
    Everything about this property was exceptional. We booked the Honeymoon Suite, so we were expecting it to be special, but we were really not prepared for how special it was. The suite was incredibly spacious and luxurious, the view amazing and the hot tub on the terrace was perfect after a gruelling few days of travel. On top of this, the staff were so lovely and incredibly helpful, professional and efficient.
    TC Windsor
    Young couple
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 116 reviews
    outdoor terrace / breakfast area / pool all stunning. bedroom and bathroom spacious and clean. hosts were wonderful. excellent breakfast, good location and beautiful gardens
    Cathy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £54.22
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 336 reviews
    This was our 4th stay at the Waterfront Lodge and Marion and Gavin were as welcoming as ever. The whole place was spotless and immaculate, including our bedroom which was spacious and had a lovely balcony overlooking the lagoon. Breakfast was comprehensive with a good selection of quality cold and hot items. The bar offer was also good with a decent choice of drinks at reasonable prices.
    Kenneth
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £68.42
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 81 reviews
    Wonderful hosts. Beautiful room with a view to die for. Little touches that really warm up your heart including having breakfast in the room balcony.
    Binu
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 23 reviews
    very spacious 2 bedrooms/ 2 shower rooms and huge balcony overlooking the water and the restaurants. great to walkout and have several good restaurants on our doorstep.
    Marion
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £41.57
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 296 reviews
    The bedroom and bathroom were spacious and airy. The bedroom lead onto a big balcony with a nice view over the Knysna lagoon. The coffee bar was very well stocked with coffee, tea, milk etc. There was also a small bar fridge. Distilled water was provided free of charge. Bedlinen was of a good quality. So too were the products (soap etc) supplied by the guesthouse. Parking was open but undercover and safe. This guest house is exceptional good value for money.
    Grey Gables
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £117.90
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 532 reviews
    Superb setting with breathtaking views. Delicious fresh cooked breakfast with a few yummy options. Debbie was very helpful with recommendations and general tips for touring the area. Beautiful room with balcony overlooking the headland, clean, spacious, tea/coffee facilities, warm, modern, secure. Couldn’t have asked for more.
    Jessica
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £81.75
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 207 reviews
    When we arrived Michelle, the owner, upgraded us to the Captain's Quarters, which is their best room with spectacular views of the knysna lagoon, and a huge private balcony to relax on, thank you Michelle! The breakfast was also excellent. We will definitely return. Highly recommended.
    Anette
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £90.79
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 247 reviews
    The view. Conveniently located to restaurants by the harbour. Spacious main bedroom with balcony and en suite.
    Nixidub
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £68.85
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 695 reviews
    Beautiful furnished apartment. The views were lovely from the balcony. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything we needed and more during our stay. Nice to have milk and bottled water in the fridge. The bedroom was spacious and the bed was very comfortable. Nice bathroom with complimentary products. Safe parking and great location to the restaurants. Thank you for a great stay.
    Lesley- Ann
    Young couple
  • 5.2
    Scored 5.2
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 5 reviews
    The hosts, Hein and Gerard were amazing, very hospitable and accommodating. The location of the property is very close to the Knysna Quays. Secured parking is provided and the apartment is very spacious with 2 bedrooms with en-suites each, a balcony located on the 1st floor.
    Ahmad Gangat
    Group

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